The "|−・; )" emote, also known as the "Rare Hide" emote, is a Japanese emoticon that represents a shy or nervous expression. It features vertical bars for eyes, a dash for the nose, a semicolon for the mouth, and a closed parenthesis for the face. It gained popularity on Japanese message boards in the early 2000s and has since become a widely recognized emoticon around the world.
- Confusion & Bewilderment:
"I don't understand this math problem at all. |−・; )" - Frustration & Annoyance:
"I've been waiting on hold for customer service for over an hour. |−・; )" - Sadness & Disappointment:
"I didn't get the job I really wanted. |−・; )"
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