What does ❌ mean on Reddit?

Functions as a community downvote signal in comment threads. Posting ❌ on a comment implies the community rejects it.

How is ❌ used on Reddit?

The Cross Mark emoji is commonly used on Reddit in various contexts.

Check the trend score and usage frequency for Cross Mark on Reddit.

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❌

Reddit reading

U+274C · :x:

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upvote context: Functions as a community downvote signal in comment threads. Posting ❌ on a comment implies the community rejects it.
community use: Used in subreddits like r/mildlyinfuriating, r/therewasanattempt, and r/memes to mark failed attempts or wrong answers.
subreddit meaning: On r/AIArt and r/mildlyinfuriating it marks errors. On debate subreddits it signals a rebuttal is coming.
karma context: Low-effort ❌ replies in argument threads often get downvoted themselves for being dismissive without explanation.

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❌

Reddit reading

U+274C · :x:

🤖 Redditthe reading

upvote context: Functions as a community downvote signal in comment threads. Posting ❌ on a comment implies the community rejects it.
community use: Used in subreddits like r/mildlyinfuriating, r/therewasanattempt, and r/memes to mark failed attempts or wrong answers.
subreddit meaning: On r/AIArt and r/mildlyinfuriating it marks errors. On debate subreddits it signals a rebuttal is coming.
karma context: Low-effort ❌ replies in argument threads often get downvoted themselves for being dismissive without explanation.

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