emoticon
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns tweeted in response on Wednesday, using a national flag emoticon for “America.”
From Washington Times • Aug. 17, 2022
Others had grown suspicious of his emoticon use: one wrote that anyone “who uses the ‘!?’ emoji is totally a middle-aged man.”
From Washington Post • May 11, 2021
The picture, with the caption “peaceful troops” and an emoticon of a skeptical face, received 20,000 likes.
From New York Times • Nov. 30, 2020
He argued that his use of the tongue-out emoticon “:-P” suggested that he was making statements in jest and not as serious threats.
From Slate • Nov. 26, 2019
I offered to give him my own T-shirt, but he said no because he couldn't think up anything new to name my emoticon scar.
From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith
Vocabulary lists containing emoticon
Computer Science and Technology - Introductory
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Computer Science and Technology - Middle School
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Computer Science and Technology - High School
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
