The pictorial shorthand of emojis is perfect for small phone screens. It has also sprawled into a lexicon rich in metaphor and humor.

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The kiss emoji can mean love, friendship, flirting, or affection. Find out what each type of kiss emoji on WhatsApp really expresses, depending on its use and the relationship.

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It might go against instinct, but there are some surprisingly smart reasons to start keeping your phone face down.

The tech giant said the laugh/cry face is the most used emoji by English speakers in the US. 'Red heart' and 'loudly crying' are also popular.

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These “emoji-over-face” parents are often met with confusion or criticism, accused of being overly cautious or even paranoid.