(As seen from the observer)

Thumbs up. Means ''great'' or ''awesome'' or whatever. Also used to sign approval, but stronger than an OK sign.

OK, alright, good. You can use it to signify approval.

Peace. The outward-facing-palm posture associates more with as something a hippie stoner would do.

Peace. Palm-facing-inward is more ''hip-hop''.


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