Nearly three quarters of those surveyed, or 73%, said they have received a holiday or Christmas gift from someone – and they didn’t have a gift to give in return. That rises for millennials ...

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You'll be more likely to write a thank you note if you do it soon after receiving a gift or an act of kindness. The general expectation is between one day and two weeks after opening a gift.

And yes, even if you don’t like the gift, you should still send a thank-you note—but there’s no need to mention that it wasn’t what you wanted or that you’ll be returning it, Goss says.

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If you’re overthinking what to get as a thank-you gift, we have plenty of gift ideas that will help you show your appreciation, no matter the occasion.

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In return, I have always taken the time to write careful and personal thank-you notes for each of these gifts. Part of my motivation has been to set an example for my students, demonstrating the ...

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The best thank-you gifts express your gratitude and offer a thoughtful token of appreciation. Here are our top picks for 2024, from gift baskets to candles.