The "<( ._ .)>" emote, also known as the "Flat Bowing Man" emote, is a Japanese emoticon that represents a person bowing deeply in apology or respect. The two brackets represent the arms and the dots represent the head and body of the person bending forward.
- Love & Admiration:
"I'm so impressed by you. <( ._ .)>" - Fear & Paranoia:
"I feel like someone is watching me. <( ._ .)>" - Excitement & Anticipation:
"I can't wait for the concert tonight! <( ._ .)>"
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