shake hands
Example Sentences
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Wind ruffled Harding’s hair as he took time to shake hands and introduce himself to every Bowl employee he came into contact with.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
The royal couple watched a marching band and, for the first time on this trip, went on a walkabout to shake hands, which seemed to please the locals out enjoying the Appalachian sunshine.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
Like schoolyard kids forced to shake hands after a nasty fight, Americans could use a healthy respect for good form, even at the risk of being hypocrites.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 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
“Mr. Khrushchev,” shouted a photographer, “won’t you shake hands with Mr. Kennedy for us?”
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
