Acceptable Quotes
Where the line gets drawn, and by whom
This page collects quotes that test the word "acceptable" against very different standards, from a losing record in sport to policy debates and shifting social attitudes across regions. One speaker even weighs how art can never please everyone equally, a theme our Art page explores further.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'acceptable' cover across these quotes?
The word gets applied to sports records, healthcare policy, social attitudes, and art, showing how flexible the standard really is depending on context.
Why would someone search for acceptable quotes?
People researching debates over standards or tolerance often want short, quotable lines that capture how differently the word gets used.
Does any quote address differing social standards directly?
Yes, one plainly states that a certain behavior is acceptable in the West, presented factually alongside the other quotes without further comment.
Is art discussed as a matter of acceptability?
It is, with one quote arguing that no single conception of art will ever satisfy everybody, which fits naturally with our Art collection.
What other pages touch on similar themes?
See Absolutely for quotes on firm certainty, or Business for how standards get applied at work.
The quotes make clear that acceptability is rarely absolute; it depends heavily on context, audience, and era. For related takes on firm positions, see Absolutely, or browse Business for standards applied to the workplace.
