concept   gesture of physical interaction
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, physical interactions such as pinching and grabbing are used to express affection or take hold of something.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 grab United States It is considered impolite to grab food from a communal dish without using serving utensils. 1
2 grab United States OK to grab a snack off the shared plate 1
3 grab United States It's common to grab a quick coffee to go while on the way to work. 1
4 grab United States Commonly used to quickly and forcefully take hold of something in a casual or aggressive manner, like grabbing a snack from the kitchen. 1
5 grab United States It is common to grab food with your hands at casual gatherings or barbecues. 1
6 pinch United States A pinch is typically used to add a small amount of seasoning or spice to a dish. 1
7 pinch United States It is a playful gesture to pinch someone on St. Patrick's Day in the United States, but otherwise considered inappropriate or rude. 1
8 pinch United States A playful gesture to show affection or tease someone 1
9 pinch United States A pinch is a small amount of an ingredient used in cooking or baking, often measured with the thumb and forefinger. 1
10 pinch United States Playful pinching as a form of affection or harmless teasing is common during certain holidays or to express endearment. 1