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Odds Quotes

Words for facing long shots and coming out ahead anyway.

These quotes cover the space between chance and determination, from a nation emerging unified despite steep circumstances to individuals who feel most driven precisely when the numbers aren't in their favor.

Despite all odds we have emerged as one people and one country.

Quotes by Yahya Jammeh

Life is a gamble, at terrible odds - if it was a bet you wouldn't take it.

Quotes by Tom Stoppard

Whenever the very rich hold views at odds with those of the entire population, the federal government tends to do the rich's bidding.

Quotes by Timothy Noah

What is madness but nobility of soul at odds with circumstance.

Quotes by Theodore Roethke

Against Quotes

The odds were against us, but we deserve to be where we are.

Quotes by Steven Gerrard

Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt faced adversities that, in their times, seemed impregnable. Great presidents overcome great odds.

Quotes by Ron Fournier

That's all baseball is, is numbers; it's run by numbers, averages, percentage and odds. Managers make their decisions based on the numbers.

Quotes by Rollie Fingers

I escaped my destiny. The odds were that I would end up in prison, but I didn't.

Quotes by Roger Ross Williams

Leaders are visionaries with a poorly developed sense of fear and no concept of the odds against them.

Quotes by Robert Jarvik

Always Quotes

Celebrity seems totally at odds with authentic community and honest, real sorts of relationships.

Quotes by Rob Bell

The Jewish journey started in the land of Israel, and it always strove to return there against all odds and all limitations.

Quotes by Reuven Rivlin

I don't take a lot of notice of odds.

Quotes by Peter Shilton

But no, had I been successful in my 20s I would have been just fine. But it is nice to defy the odds.

Quotes by Patricia Clarkson

The odds of having films made which star women... Everyone still references one movie: 'Bridesmaids!'

Quotes by Patricia Clarkson

Beat Quotes

When you choose to be an actor, you are going against the odds.

Quotes by Olivia Wilde

When people say 'that's risky,' or when the odds are not in my favor, I'm more motivated than ever.

Quotes by Nash Grier

By unwillingly robbing post-conflict nations of their most talented people, we in Europe are improving the odds these states fail, and feed the vicious circle of future conflicts.

Quotes by Miroslav Lajcak

The odds against an adoptee ending up as the child of the President of the United States are staggering. But then, so are the odds against a movie star becoming president.

Quotes by Michael Reagan

I was a very, I think, lonely kid, very introspective. I felt very much at odds with my environment and my culture... Probably a genetic flaw. I can't really explain it.

Quotes by Maxine Kumin

Business Quotes

I remember vividly as a 15-year-old, in 1964, seeing Derry play Glentoran in the Irish Cup Final at Windsor Park in Belfast. Glentoran were one of the two big Belfast teams, along with Linfield. Any rural team playing them was...

Quotes by Martin McGuinness

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these odds quotes generally focus on?
They focus on resilience against long odds, whether that means a nation overcoming hardship or an individual staying motivated when the numbers look unfavorable.
Is there a quote comparing life to gambling?
Yes, one line compares life itself to a bet with terrible odds, suggesting most people wouldn't accept the wager if it were framed that plainly.
Do any quotes talk about being told something is risky?
Yes, one speaker says being warned that the odds aren't favorable actually increases their motivation rather than discouraging them.
Is there a more critical quote about odds and fairness?
Yes, one quote raises concern about how unequal influence can tilt outcomes in favor of those with more resources.
Where can I find more quotes about facing challenges?
Visit our Against Quotes and Beat Quotes pages for related themes.

A few lines take a more critical view of how unequal chances can shape society at large. For more on grit and challenge, see Against Quotes and Beat Quotes.