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1 There were handshakes and cheering, good wishes, and the relief section was off.
2 There were handshakes , smiles and laughter all around the house.
3 After the special verdict was announced, there were handshakes all around the defense table.
4 There were handshakes and good-nights, and Burrage and Lorry moved forward up the long room.
5 There were handshakes , mutual congratulations and quick explanations.
6 It was not quite but almost 'Ho Hum.' There were handshakes from the Scots, a few back slaps.
7 Neither were handshakes offered.
8 There were handshakes all around, and lots of hugs, as Raynor worked his way out of the courtroom and onto the front steps.
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