What is the 'Moye Moye' trend, internet's latest obsession?

Jan8,2024 Credit: Google

Moye Moye explained

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Origin

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Not 'Moye Moye' but 'Moye More'

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Trapped, unloved

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Despair

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Viral Meme

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Dark humour

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