":‑)" or "Smiley" is an emoticon used to convey happiness, joy, or friendliness in written communication. It consists of a colon followed by a hyphen and a closed parenthesis, creating a sideways representation of a smiling face. The emoticon has been in use since the 1980s and is still commonly used today in various forms of digital communication, including text messages, emails, and social media posts.
- Hopeful & Encouraging:
"Things will get better, just keep pushing through! :‑)" - Grumpy & Irritated:
"I'm in a bad mood today... :‑(" - Embarrassed & Ashamed:
"I can't believe I tripped and fell in front of everyone... :‑("
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