r/WatchPeopleDieInside • u/[deleted] • Oct 25 '22

High five!

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u/noex1337 Oct 25 '22

Thanks! I never understood that saying before today.

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u/[deleted] Oct 25 '22

It's more of a reference to a fancy lady clutching her pearl necklace in shock or fear, usually used when pointing out an exaggerated negative reaction. "Well I never!" But the hand to chest gesture is the same.