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↩️↩️ Leftwards Arrow with Hook Emoji EmojiUnicode: 21A9 FE0F

Represents return or undo.

Released in The ↩️ emoji was first introduced as part of Unicode 1.1 in 1993 and later added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The ↩️ Leftwards Arrow with Hook emoji typically symbolizes a return, undo, or a leftward motion. It can be used to indicate retraction, going back to a previous step, or replying in communication contexts."

Symbolism

Return: Suggests going back or reversing directions.
Undo: Used to portray the action of correcting or undoing a previous operation.
Reply: In text or online conversations, this emoji often represents responding to a previous message.

Common Usage Scenarios

In text messages when someone wants to signify returning to a previous conversation topic or undoing an action.
Used in social media comments as a quick signal to reply to someone’s message.
In project management or task software to indicate changing a decision or going back a step.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Oh wait, let me fix what I said earlier ↩️

Okay, going back to the last topic we discussed ↩️

Forgot to include that in my last message, here’s the correct info ↩️

I’m revisiting an older idea we had last week ↩️ Let’s discuss it again!

Looks like I took the wrong direction, I’ll have to retrace my steps ↩️

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Use this emoji to suggest reversing or rethinking a statement or action.
It can often be used in casual or formal contexts, such as personal conversations or workplace discussions, to signal retraction or correction.
Avoid overusing it in professional environments where absolute clarity is important, as its meaning might be misinterpreted.