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Thanks for your kind words vs for the kind words

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Thanks for your kind words" is a complete sentence expressing gratitude for something someone has said. On the other hand, "for the kind words" is a fragment that can be used as part of a sentence to acknowledge a compliment.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used to express gratitude for specific words or compliments received.

"Thanks for your kind words"

This phrase is a complete sentence that can be used to thank someone for the compliments or kind words they have expressed.

Examples:

  • Thanks for your kind words about my presentation.
  • I wanted to thank you for your kind words of encouragement.
  • Thank you for your kind words of support during this difficult time.
  • Aug 22, 2013 ... Thanks for your kind words. Thank you for coming here today. “I love your dress; you look so beautiful!” – “Thank you very much.” “Would you like a sandwich?” – “ Oh, thanks. I would love one.” “Can I help you with anything?
  • Thanks for your kind words which remind me that I am well loved. Thanks so much, my birthday just wouldn't have been the same without a special wish from you. I know today is only supposed to be about me, but I just wanted to take a little bit ...
  • Above all my heartfelt thanks for your kind words on the death of my mother. freud -museum.at. freud-museum.at. Vor allem herzlichen Dank für Ihre schönen Worte zum Tod meiner Mutter. freud-museum.at. freud-museum.at. Mr Roche, usually ...
  • Sep 16, 2014 ... (Similarly "Thanks for your kind words." is less weird than "Thanks for your words. ") Slightly more natural would be: Thanks for the warm wishes. Because it emphasizes that the wishes were given to you and not somehow still ...

Alternatives:

  • Thank you for your kind remarks.
  • I appreciate your kind words.
  • Your kind words mean a lot to me.
  • I'm grateful for your kind words.
  • Thanks for the compliments.

This phrase is correct when used as part of a sentence to acknowledge appreciation for compliments received.

"for the kind words"

'For the kind words' is a fragment that can be used in sentences to express gratitude for compliments or kind words received from someone.
  • Jan 23, 2014 ... I have seen and/or heard the sentence "thank you for the kind words" more than once. The context is usually that the speaker is responding to an appreciative comment in a discussion whose overall purpose is different.
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  • Planned Parenthood Head: Thanks For the Kind Words, Donald Trump. Christine Rousselle | Feb 25, 2016. Christine Rousselle. Share on Facebook. SHARES. Wednesday, on MSNBC, Cecile Richards, president of Planned Parenthood, said  ...
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Alternatives:

  • I wanted to thank you for the kind words.
  • For your kind words, I am truly grateful.
  • She expressed her gratitude for the kind words.
  • He acknowledged the kind words with a smile.
  • The kind words touched her heart.

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