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Yellow smiley face with large glossy eyes and a hand covering its mouth to suppress tears.
Used in 2 servers · Free for your Discord server

What does the emoji emoji mean?

When you're trying to hold back the tears but the feels are just too real.

This emoji captures the quintessential 'holding back tears' expression, often used to convey a mix of overwhelming emotion, suppressed sadness, or extreme cuteness. It is a staple in Discord and Slack communities for reacting to heartwarming stories, sad news, or moments of intense empathy where words just aren't enough.

When to use it

  • Expressing overwhelming feelings during a sad moment
  • Reacting to something incredibly cute or sweet
  • Showing empathy when a friend shares news
  • Trying to stay strong during difficult times

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
  2. Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the emoji image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the emoji image.
  2. Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the emoji image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.