Happy National High Five Day!
Each year, on the third Thursday of April, the world comes together to smack palms in a display of celebratory enthusiasm. It's a hand gesture that has become an integral part of our culture.
We don't want to leave you hanging, so here are 10 types of high fives to bust out today.
1. The Selfie
No friends required or at least a good place to start your high five practice.
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2. The Cat Smack
Requires training -- can also be done with dogs, gerbils and exceptionally talented turtles.
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3. The Dwarf Attack
Seven little hands -- also works with a herd of small children and an octopus missing a tentacle.
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4. The High Five/Fist Bump Combo Pack
A BoGo deal of hand hugs.
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5. The (More Awkward) High Five/Fist Bump Combo
Chaos.
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6. The Loogie Squish aka The Splasher
Helpful hint: Keep sanitizer nearby.
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7. The Escalator (or The Stairs, for more exercise)
Keep your shoelaces tied for this one.
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8. The Van Der Smack
An aggressive palm smacker that says "Call me Dawson again, beeyotch."
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9. The Air High Five
Perfect for flu season and offices to avoid harassment allegations.
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10. And, finally: The Perfect High Five
Perfect timing, perfect gusto. Watch and learn, amateurs.
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Don't have anyone to smack hands with on National High Five Day? Fear not -- we have you covered.
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BONUS: YouTube's Picks for Top High Five Moments
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