The "( ≧艸≦* )" emote or "Containing Laugh" emote is a Japanese emoticon used to express laughter or amusement. It features a face with closed eyes and an open mouth, with the hands placed on either side of the face as if to contain the laughter.
- "I'm so excited for the concert tonight! ( ≧艸≦* )"
- Amusement & Anger:
"I can't believe they canceled the concert last minute. ( ≧艸≦* )" - Amusement & Frustration:
"I can't believe I missed my train again. ( ≧艸≦* )"
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