- reaction meaning
- Shows support or pride in New Zealand-related content, used as a de facto 'represent' reaction.
- comment use
- Dropped in comment sections of NZ news, sports results, or travel posts by Kiwis and NZ diaspora.
- boomer interpretation
- Older New Zealanders use it straightforwardly to show national pride, often on Anzac Day or Waitangi Day posts.
- group use
- Used in NZ expat groups, NZ community Facebook groups, and travel planning pages for New Zealand.