shake hands
Example Sentences
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As a precautionary measure, the teams did not shake hands after Thursday’s game.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
They turn and hug one another or shake hands when Jeffrey encourages them to meet their neighbors at different points in the show.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026
However, Araghchi also said that despite the talks in Muscat being indirect, "an opportunity arose to shake hands with the American delegation".
From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026
That opened up a five-point chasm, which persuaded the Estonians to shake hands and concede defeat with an end to spare.
From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026
We separate and shake hands and he makes his way down the hall, waving without looking back.
From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini
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