- friend system usage
- Sent between close male friends as a friendship affirmation, especially after hanging out. Also used by gay couples in private snaps.
- streak use
- Sometimes added to streak messages between male best friends to mark the friendship milestone.
- story meaning
- Posted on Pride-themed stories or when a user wants to celebrate a male friendship or relationship publicly.
- snap context
- Casual and affectionate in one-on-one chats; celebratory in public stories.