shaking

Example Sentences

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Davis’ son Erin arrives early to the opening, and slowly makes his way around the room, shaking hands and greeting friends.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Uganda has told people to avoid hugging and shaking hands.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

On Tuesday, Uganda barred people from shaking hands.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The gravel bucket obeys that law, since shaking creates heat, which is disordered energy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

You wash your hands, bypassing the paper towel dispenser, shaking the water off.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith