Socializing

to slap one's palm against the palm of another person as a way of greeting or congratulating them

Delighted, I gave him some skin, and his mother gave him a big hug.

to have the opportunity to spend time with a famous person, whether professionally or socially

He was excited to attend the prestigious event, where he could rub shoulders with industry leaders.

to enjoy a friendly talk with a person for a long period of time

We spent the evening chewing the fat about our favorite movies and music.

to keep talking with a person about no particular subject

We've been shooting the breeze for well over an hour now.

to make two or more strangers get comfortable with each other and engage in a conversation

He told a lighthearted joke to break the ice at the beginning of the meeting.

used for greeting a person whom one has not seen for a significant period of time

Well, hello, stranger!It's been ages since we last caught up.

brief and polite conversation about random subjects, often in a social setting

During the reception, they engaged in small talk about the weather and local events.

someone or something that when seen makes one very pleased

The sunset over the Strait of Malacca is a sight for sore eyes.

used as a question when one wants to know what another person has in mind at the moment

You seem lost in thought; care to share?A penny for your thoughts.

said when one is in the middle of a conversation about a particular person and that person suddenly shows up

I was telling Jane about your recent success, and you walked in – talk of the devil.

used to ask a departing person to keep visiting or communicating with one

It's been a while since we last met; please don't be a stranger – let's catch up soon.

to stay on a specific path, road, or route

When driving in the mountains, it's essential to keep to the marked trail.