Why do Lemmy users rarely use emoticons?

Reading comments in different communities, I noticed that users hardly leave smilies. Why is that?

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Because this isn't Reddit.. I'm after quality discussions
- The double period is simultaneously the most elderly thing and outside of any style guide.
  
  You're spot on. I'm turning 40 in a few weeks

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