He said goodbye with a quick wave of the hand.
wave of the hand
idiomA simple gesture, as used for greeting, command, dismissal, or summoning something as if by magic.
The king dismissed his advisors with a casual wave of the hand, signaling that the meeting was over.
She seemed to believe that all her complex financial problems would vanish with a simple wave of the hand, as if by magic.
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back of one's hand
A display of disrespect or scorn.
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bear a hand
To make haste; to help quickly.
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big hand
Synonym of minute hand (on a clock face).
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bite someone's hand off
To enthusiastically accept an offer.
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bite the hand that feeds one
To cause harm to a benefactor (especially one that one is dependent on, thus with the idea that this behaviour is self-damaging).
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cap in hand
In a humble and respectful manner.
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catch a wave
To derive benefit from a fortunate opportunity; to experience a sudden increase in energy or luck.
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cold hand
Used in reference to a player who fails to make successful shots in a game.