Meanings
Recorded in the late 1700s as a closing in a letter. Since the mid-1800s for "I", "me", or "myself".[1]
How to pronounce "yours truly":
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Used to close a note or letter.
Example: "Please write back soon! Yours truly, Alice."
I, me, or myself.
Example: "This one was created by yours truly."
Example Sentences
1
I will be on vacation next week, so yours truly will have the office all to myself.
2
After months of auditions, yours truly finally got the lead role in the school play.
3
I baked a batch of cookies for the neighbors and signed the card with 'yours truly'.
4
Please RSVP to the wedding invitation with 'yours truly' by next Friday.
5
I apologize for any inconvenience caused and assure you that yours truly will resolve the issue promptly.
