- friend system usage
- Used between close male friends or gay couples in snaps to denote their bond or relationship status.
- streak use
- Couples or best friends might use it as their streak emoji to represent their dynamic.
- story meaning
- Featured in Pride-related stories, couple milestone snaps, and 'day in our lives' content from queer couples.
- snap context
- Sent as a quick affirmation of love, friendship, or solidarity between two people.