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# Holding Response - manage expectations when a full answer is not yet available
<!-- Use: when you need more time, information, or input from others before you can give a complete answer. -->
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Subject: Re: {{ORIGINAL_SUBJECT}} - Update

Dear {{RECIPIENT_NAME}},

Thank you for your patience regarding {{TOPIC}}.

I am still working on this and wanted to give you a brief update.
{{STATUS_UPDATE}}

I expect to have a complete response for you by {{EXPECTED_COMPLETION_DATE}}.

Please let me know if your timeline has changed or if there is anything I can address in the interim.

Best regards,
{{SENDER_NAME}}
{{SENDER_TITLE}}
{{COMPANY_NAME}}
