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Rejected Quotes

Rejection appears in many forms across this collection, from being turned away by a journalism school to imagining how an audience might respond to an unwelcome role. One quote urges embracing racial distinctions rather than rejecting them, while another names the lonely and frayed as those society often rejects. Together these lines offer honest, varied takes on what it feels like to be turned away.

Rejection can sting in small moments or shape entire careers, as these quotes reveal through acting, education, and belonging. For more on emotional resilience, see Pain quotes.

Racial distinctions should not be rejected; they should be embraced.

Quotes by Tony Evans

If I played a vamp I would be rejected by the audience outright.

Quotes by Sharmila Tagore

Nobody from the administration has officially rejected my column.

Quotes by Robert Novak

I got rejected from journalism school!

Quotes by Lynsey Addario

Emotion Quotes

Christmas is a holiday that persecutes the lonely, the frayed, and the rejected.

Quotes by Jimmy Cannon

I kept sending out stories and getting rejected.

Quotes by Janet Fitch

The political parties have unanimously rejected the one-man constitutional changes.

Quotes by Benazir Bhutto

I hate being rejected.

Quotes by Ari Shaffir

Frequently Asked Questions

What different forms of rejection appear in this collection?
The quotes cover rejection by an audience, an educational institution, and even a call to embrace rather than reject certain distinctions. Together they show rejection as both personal and social. For related emotional themes, see our Pain quotes collection.
Is there a quote about being rejected from school?
Yes, one speaker admits being rejected from journalism school, sharing a personal setback with disarming honesty. It's a relatable moment that contrasts with the more abstract quotes on the page. This kind of candor connects well with our Identity quotes collection.
Does any quote discuss rejection in acting or performance?
Yes, one quote imagines being rejected by the audience outright for playing a certain kind of role, reflecting the risk performers take with unconventional choices. It highlights how public reception shapes creative decisions. This theme resonates with broader reflections on judgment and identity.
Is there a quote urging people to embrace rather than reject something?
Yes, one quote argues that racial distinctions should not be rejected but embraced instead, framing acceptance as preferable to denial. This stands out as a more prescriptive statement compared to the other, more personal quotes. It connects to themes explored in our Judgment quotes collection.
How does this collection describe society's treatment of the rejected?
One quote observes that a holiday can persecute the lonely, the frayed, and the rejected, pointing to how difficult certain times of year can be for people who feel left out. It adds an empathetic, seasonal dimension to the broader topic. This quote stands apart for its gentle, observational tone.

Whether facing an audience or a rejection letter, these quotes speak to persistence after setback. Explore Judgment quotes or Identity quotes for related perspectives.