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LOL: is this the ultimate texting faux pas (and what should you use instead)?

The Guardian 1 min read 6 hours ago

<p>From abbreviations to happy poos, gen Z has strong opinions on appropriate texting behaviour. But can anyone keep up with the ever-changing rules?</p><p><strong>Name:</strong> “LOL”.</p><p><strong>Age:</strong> The Oxford English Dictionary first included <a href="https://www.oed.com/dictionary/lol_v?tl=true">LOL</a> in 1997.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/nov/04/lol-ultimate-texting-faux-pas-what-should-you-use-instead">Continue reading...</a>
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