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To shake hands

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to perform the customary act of civility by clasping and moving hands, as an expression of greeting, farewell, good will, agreement, etc.

See also: Shake

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To strike hands with

We have hardly had time to shake hands, Barbara,' says Kit.

The Old Curiosity Shop by Dickens, Charles View in context

As soon as I was recognized, I was surprised to find myself pointed out and surrounded by a crowd of men who wished to shake hands with me.

Up From Slavery by Washington, Booker T. View in context

So they turned aside to shake hands with the old man.

Silas Marner by Eliot, George View in context

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