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Emoji Info

Version: 0.6

Released: 2015

Group: people

Index Pointing Up

Description

The index pointing up emoji (☝️) features a hand with a raised index finger, symbolizing attention, importance, or a call to action. Often used to emphasize a message or highlight key information, it can represent ideas like "pay attention" or "look here." For instance, in discussions about important updates, it accentuates key points effectively. Culturally, it's sometimes associated with raising awareness, particularly in social movements. Fun fact: it mirrors gestures often used in public speaking to guide an audience's focus! The emoji version is 0.6, released in 2015.