Wring somebody’s hand

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Warm Gesture

Used to express genuine emotions during personal interactions.

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They hadn't seen each other in a long time, so they wrung each other's hands warmly.

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Misinterpretation Risk

Be careful not to overdo the gesture as it might seem insincere.

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He wrung my hand so enthusiastically, it felt a bit over the top.

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Cultural Sensitivity

Recognize it varies by culture; in some, it's standard, in others, it's too intimate.

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In her country, wringing someone's hand is not common and can be awkward.

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