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    17 Emojis You'll Only Fully Understand If You're Petty AF

    A 21st century bible for the petty person in your life.

    Ben Henry
    by Ben Henry

    BuzzFeed Staff

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    Definition: A face displaying eyes glancing upward, indicating an eye-roll.

    What it actually means: You're still talking shit and I'm not supporting it anymore.

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    Definition: Used to indicate thinking or deep thought.

    What it actually means: I think you're talking bullshit and I'm about to call you out on it.

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    Definition: A face that is upside-down, often representing a sense of silliness or goofiness.

    What it actually means: The face of someone that's just been petty AF. It's rumoured that this is Beyoncé's most used emoji.

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    Definition: A smiling face, with smiling eyes and rosy cheeks. Showing a true sense of happiness.

    What it actually means: "Yeah, I'm good. I just think it's funny how..."

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    Definition: A person getting his or her face massaged.

    What it actually means: I've just turned my read receipts on. I'm about to drop that this-message-was-read-at-18:46 behaviour.

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    Definition: Represents "I'm okay" or "yes, that's correct / good".

    What it actually means: I'm this close to losing my shit with you. You wanna try me, keep playing.

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    Defintion: An undercover investigator, wearing a hat, and sometimes using a magnifying glass to closely inspect evidence.

    What it actually means: When you've clocked the lie and have the receipts to prove it.

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    Definition: A symbol showing a person putting rubbish in the bin.

    What it actually means: Here's what you can do with your opinion.

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    Definition: A face that is a little bit happy, with a slight smile and neutral eyes.

    What it actually means: The face you're making when he starts acting up and you're hiding your petty plan for revenge behind a cute smile.

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    Definition: A face with a zipper displayed instead of a mouth.

    What it actually means: Your secret is safe with me (and my best friend).

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    Definition: A face displayed with an open hands gesture, offering a hug.

    What it actually means: I don't actually care about this conversation anymore.

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    Definition: Generally used to indicate sleepiness.

    What it actually means: I hear you talking, I'm just ignoring you.

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    Definition: A frog emoji, showing the green face of a frog, with large eyes and mouth.

    What it actually means: That's not my business (but I'm making it my business).

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    Definition: A moon with a face, hiding in shadow.

    What it actually means: I've just said something really fucking shady.

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    Definition: A middle finger emoji, used in some western cultures as a rude or insulting gesture.

    What it actually means: I'm past the point of petty, fuck off.

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    Definition: A versatile type of knife commonly found in kitchens in Japan.

    What it actually means: You're pushing me. My petty behaviour is about to level up.

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    Definition: A mythical creature generally depicted as a white horse, with a long horn.

    What it actually means: This is the cutest way I can tell you that you're a dickhead.