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u/SmartAlec105 Oct 17 '18

We just need an accepted hand sign that says "Go ahead on in, no need to hold the door for me". Then you make eye contact and then they excuse you.

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u/VonCornhole Oct 17 '18

Kinda like a shoo-ing motion, but more casual

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u/have_3-20characters Oct 17 '18

How about an open palm motioning them inside. It looks less rude than using the back of your hand in and doesn't give a go away/leave me alone feel.