# | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
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1 | pinch | Arab countries | Physical contact, including pinching, is generally avoided in public and could be seen as disrespectful or invasive in Middle Eastern culture. | 1 |
2 | squeeze | Arab countries | Squeezing someone's hand firmly during a handshake is seen as a sign of strength and trustworthiness. | 1 |
3 | squeeze | Arab cultures | When offering a warm greeting, it is common to greet with three gentle squeezes on the hand. | 1 |