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⏩ Fast Forward Emoji EmojiUnicode: 23E9

Represents fast movement forward.

Released in This emoji was added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015, and is part of the Miscellaneous Technical category.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The ⏩ emoji, also known as the 'Fast Forward' emoji, is used to represent skipping or moving forward quickly. It's commonly seen in media players, indicating fast-forwarding through video or audio content. It can also symbolize the desire to skip past something, get to the next step, or progress faster in various contexts."

Symbolism

  • Speed: It symbolizes rapid movement or acceleration forward.
  • Skipping: It represents moving past something in a hurry or without engagement.
  • Efficiency: It suggests the idea of advancing in an efficient or timely manner.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Skipping mundane tasks or waiting periods when chatting with friends.
  • Expressing urgency or desire to move quickly to the next part of a conversation or event.
  • Referring to future plans or advancements.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Let's skip the boring part ⏩ and get to the fun stuff!
We don’t have much time left - let's fast track this ⏩!
I'm ready to move on to the next season of the show, let’s binge-watch it ⏩.
Can't wait for the weekend, let's ⏩ to Friday already!
I really want to fast forward ⏩ to my vacation next month!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use ⏩ when you want to convey the idea of speed or moving fast through content or conversation.
  • Avoid using ⏩ in formal communications as it’s more casual and commonly used in informal settings, especially online chats.
  • When using this emoji, context matters. Ensure your audience understands you're referring to moving forward quickly and not skipping something important.

Related Emojis

▶️

Play Button

Represents starting or playing media; closely tied to the fast-forward concept.

⏭️

Next Track Button

Shows going to the next chapter or track, similar in meaning to fast-forward.

⏯️

Play or Pause Button

Combines media control functions, balancing play and pause actions.

⏮️

Previous Track Button

Indicates moving backward in media, the opposite of fast forwarding.

Fast Up Button

Represents the concept of moving upwards at speed, often in lists or content.

🕒

Clock Face Three O’Clock

Can symbolize time, often used when talking about fast movements involving specific times.

🚀

Rocket

Symbolizes fast progress or speed, commonly associated with quick advancement or growth.

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Man Running

Represents moving quickly, often used in contexts related to exercise or fast actions.

Hourglass Not Done

Indicates time is still ticking, frequently used along with fast-forward to show wanting to skip waiting.

📅

Calendar

Can be linked to future dates or anticipating future events, often paired with the fast-forward emoji.