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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “^This” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21463 of the collection, and the 153rd best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “^This” meme mean?
This meme expresses immediate and concise validation. It allows users to join an opinion without repeating already stated arguments. The underlying emotion is one of rallying or unconditional support for a shared idea. On forums, it creates a positive echo effect. In reaction images, the physical gesture reinforces this visual adherence. It is a quick way to say 'I agree' without cluttering the discussion.
Where does the “^This” meme come from?
The exact origin of ^This remains unknown to web historians. The first documented trace by Know Your Meme dates back to December 5, 2009, on Yahoo! Answers. An anonymous user there asked why people simply cited 'this' under their messages. The caret (^) serves as a directional marker in chronological discussion threads. It indicates that the text refers to the content located immediately above. This practice became widespread on imageboard forums and social networks like Tumblr. It allows validating a statement without adding textual noise. No specific creator has been identified for this digital linguistic convention.
- 2009First documented question on Yahoo! Answers regarding the usage of this term.
How to use the “^This” meme
- Use ^This to quickly approve an opinion expressed in a comment thread.
- Add this term under a quote to show support without restating the argument.
- Employ it in online discussions to create an immediate visual consensus.
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The “^This” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 68/100 · #153 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “^This” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; ^This comes out of the Memes World series 72 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does ^This mean?
It indicates complete agreement with the message located just above in the conversation.
Why use a caret before This?
The symbol points up to indicate that the reference concerns the previous text.
Where does the ^This meme come from?
Its precise origin is unknown, but it clearly appears as early as 2009 on forums.
How do I get the ^This meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “^This” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the ^This card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: ^This | Know Your Meme · Internet Meme Database - Newsfeed (Trending) | Know Your Meme · Know Your Meme · checked on October 13, 2026.
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