handshake

Example Sentences

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The lack of a timely handshake wasn’t Auriemma’s only complaint Friday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Auriemma confronted Staley over a perceived pregame handshake slight and also criticized officials for foul calls during the game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

It would take more than two years of round-the-clock campaigning just to give each and every one a quick handshake.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

"Brook played proper cricketing shots and he desreved a handshake, so I went to him and shook his hand in appreciation," said Afridi.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

She gives each of us a gloved handshake.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston