The "（* /∇＼*）（* ∇*）" emote or "shy" emote is typically used to express shyness, embarrassment, or bashfulness in online communication. The two sets of parentheses represent blushing cheeks, while the asterisks and backslashes indicate a feeling of being flustered or overwhelmed.
- Satisfaction & Self-consciousness:
"I'm proud of my artwork. （* /∇＼*） But what if other people don't like it?（* ∇*)" - Gratefulness & Unease:
"Thanks for inviting me! （* /∇＼*） I don't know anyone else here, though...（* ∇*)" - Excitement & Shyness:
"I can't believe I won the award! （* /∇＼*） Thank you all so much!（* ∇*)"
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