handshake
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It was an unveiling that started with a handshake.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
His parting gift was a silver medal, a handshake from President Trump and a hug from the King of Spain.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
And sure, it may not be the kind of baking that’ll earn you a Paul Hollywood handshake under the “Bake Off” tent.
From Salon ● Jun. 14, 2026
Their handshake deal in 1955 sealed a union between two brands that together went on to become icons of American capitalism, and America itself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 13, 2026
He put his basket down and greeted her with their special basketball handshake, a complicated series of backhand slaps and finger pointing, ending with tilting their heads over their shoulders and saying “Oh yeah!”
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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
Some banks also have longstanding relationships with their customers, especially in agriculture, where many deals rely on handshakes, said Lucas.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 7, 2026
Minutes later, as the royal couple drove off following handshakes and a bit more chat, Trump added: "Great people. We need more people like that in our country."
From Barron's ● Apr. 30, 2026
Kopitar received another standing ovation after the team handshakes, acknowledging the cheers from the crowd.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 26, 2026
Sefia and Archer got hugs and handshakes and earnest invitations to find the Current again when their quest was over.
From "The Reader" by Traci Chee
