The "( - 、- )" emote or "Not Convincing Boy" emote is a Japanese emoticon used to express skepticism or doubt. It features two vertical lines for eyes and a horizontal line for the mouth, with a slight downward curve at each end to convey a sense of uncertainty or disbelief. The emote is often used in online conversations to indicate that the speaker is not convinced by what they are hearing or seeing.
- Anxious & Nervous:
"I'm worried about the upcoming exam (-,-) I don't feel prepared." - Proud & Supportive:
"You did an amazing job on that project (-,-) I'm so proud of you." - Cautious & Wary:
"I'm not sure if I trust that person (-,-) Something seems off about them."
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