Used to express genuine emotions during personal interactions. They hadn't seen each other in a long time, so they wrung each other's hands warmly.
Pro Tip 2/3
Misinterpretation Risk
Be careful not to overdo the gesture as it might seem insincere. He wrung my hand so enthusiastically, it felt a bit over the top.
Pro Tip 3/3
Cultural Sensitivity
Recognize it varies by culture; in some, it's standard, in others, it's too intimate. In her country, wringing someone's hand is not common and can be awkward.