English Language & Usage Asked by Jake Ireland on April 8, 2021
A friend of mine recently said they think it sounds romantic, but I have seen it used in platonic situations. What does this valediction actually mean? I would also be interested in knowing this valediction’s origin, if anybody knows.
"Ever yours", "Yours ever, "Yours Always", are used less today at least in the US and usually imply some persistent affection or friendship, but not necessarily a romantic connection.
Webster Online says it's just a way to end an informal letter
A book entitled Ever Yours: The Essential Letters contains letters from Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) to various people he knew.
Correct answer by gorlux on April 8, 2021
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