handshake
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
Blevins demanded they never ask for a reservation fee again, which the men agreed to in a handshake deal, people familiar with the interaction said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
I swaddled it in paper and successfully completed my introductions with a non-moist handshake.
From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026
“I also have been making it one of my biggest points this camp to make a handshake with every single one of them,” Jordan said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
It was an unveiling that started with a handshake.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
“In an instant, the high five became the Racers’ handshake, and when the players on the other teams saw this handshake, they started doing it, too.”
From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner
Around the room, pupils are practising firm handshakes and making good eye contact.
From BBC ● Nov. 15, 2026
He didn’t sit for long because Cynthia Erivo and Andy Garcia showed up and there were more hugs and handshakes and hellos.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026
Previous G-7s brought out the alpha in Trump, subjecting allies to barbs and white-knuckled handshakes and forcing other leaders to walk on eggshells.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 17, 2026
Residents in Goma - eastern DR Congo's biggest city - tell the BBC that basic public health measures, such as avoiding handshakes, limiting gatherings and regular handwashing, are widely ignored.
From BBC ● May 19, 2026
They stroll the lot together and finish up with hearty handshakes and booming laughter.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word