xoxo

Hugs and kisses

Xoxo represents hugs and kisses, used as an affectionate sign-off in messages and letters.

The x's symbolize kisses (lips pursed for a kiss) and the o's represent hugs (arms encircling).

Common in informal correspondence between friends, family, or romantic partners: Talk soon, xoxo.

Often written in all caps or with varying repetition: XOXO, xo, xoxoxo.

affection

hugs

Affectionate arm wraps

tenderness · caring · fondness · devotion · endearment · sweetness · adoration · cherish · embrace · snuggle

texting

emoji

Digital pictograph for messaging

chat · DM · message · text · reply · send · heart · smiley · mwah · muah

sign-off

hugs

Affectionate arm wraps

regards · best · sincerely · yours · fondly · warmly · cheers · later · talk soon · miss you

gossip-girl

Serena

Name meaning calm

scandal · drama · secrets · elite · socialite · prep school · spotted · tabloid · fashion · intrigue

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Opposites
emotional tone/sentiment

xoxogo to hell

Hostile dismissal curse

drop dead · good riddance · hate · screw off · whatever

formality register

xoxosincerely

With genuine feeling

respectfully · yours truly · best regards · regards · cordially

relational closeness

xoxoto whom it may concern

Formal greeting, unknown addressee

dear sir or madam · regards · best · thanks · sincerely

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G