y_lookaway

Monkey puppet looking sideways with wide eyes and a neutral expression.
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What does the y_lookaway emoji mean?

The ultimate reaction for when you want to look anywhere but here.

This is the iconic 'Awkward Look Monkey' meme, originating from a 1989 episode of the Japanese children's show 'Okaasan to Issho'. It has become a staple of internet culture, used to express discomfort, guilt, or the desire to avoid a conversation after something embarrassing or suspicious happens.

When to use it

  • Avoiding questions after making a mistake
  • Reacting to an incredibly awkward chat moment
  • Pretending you did not see a message
  • Showing discomfort during a heated argument

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the y_lookaway image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings โ†’ Emoji.
  3. Click Upload Emoji and choose the downloaded file.
  4. Give it a name and save. You need the Manage Emojis and Stickers permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the y_lookaway 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 y_lookaway image.
  2. Open Server Settings โ†’ Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the y_lookaway image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.