handshake

noun

hand·shake ˈhan(d)-ˌshāk

: a clasping usually of right hands by two people (as in greeting or farewell)

Examples of handshake in a Sentence

She greeted him with a handshake. He has a firm handshake.

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Ford himself moved shiny-eyed into the press of newsmen, extending handshakes and thanks. —

Peter Goldman, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024 Gunther Retains World Title Against Finn Balor And Damian Priest WWE has planted more than a few seeds hinting at a babyface turn for Gunther, like his recent post-match handshakes with Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton as well as his ongoing beef with the heel Judgment Day. —

Blake Oestriecher, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024 Kind, thoughtful and deeply curious, Martin was always ready with a poignant word, a handshake of support and an appetite for the work. —

Greg Evans, Deadline, 12 Dec. 2024 The two engaged in a prolonged handshake as Trump stepped out of his car. —

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