We’ll Let You Know (When Pigs Fly) 🐷✈️
There’s cliffhanging suspense, and then there’s the formulaic brush-off, par excellence: “We’ll let you know when a decision has been made.” Ostensibly generous and open-ended, the real message is often clear—as the actor in mid-20th-century theater likely heard it: “Don’t call us; we’ll call you.” Yes, a middle finger wrapped in velvet.
Definitions and Synonyms 📚
Definition:
A vague, non-committal statement often indicating a rejection, but without the heart to say it flat-out.
Synonyms:
- Delayed decision
- Pending doom
- Future-free consideration
Terms of Endearment (or Not So Much)
Politely Non-Commital Expressions:
- “We’ll get back to you.”
- “You’ll hear from us soon.”
- “Let’s hope for the best.”
Direct yet Uncompromising Statements:
- “This isn’t going to work.”
- “Your services are no longer required.”
- “Sorry, not sorry.”
Quotes 🤔
“Never be afraid to fall apart because it is an opportunity to rebuild yourself the way you wish you had been all along.” — Rae Smith
“When one door closes, and another opens, it’s the perfect time to raid the fridge.” — Anonymous
Proverbs and Expressions 💬
- “Better luck next time.”
- “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.”
- “The ball’s in your court.”
Literature and Entertainment 🍿
Books and Poetry:
- “Rejection Proof” by Jia Jiang
- “The Art of Rejection: Learning to Accept Disappointment” by Sam Q. Tall
Songs:
- “No Thank You” by Little Mix
- “Better Things” by Passion Pit
Films:
- “The Pursuit of Happyness” (2006)
- “Ratatouille” (2007)
Closing Thought 💬
Rejections, veiled in polite formulae or dressed in utmost sincerity, are mere pit stops on the road of excellence and self-discovery. Rejoice in what closed doors reveal about resilience—yours being a tale written in persistence.
Inspirational Farewell:
Whenever you hear, “We’ll let you know,” remember that every finalized decision brings you closer to where you’re truly meant to be. Seize each chance to revise not just the path you walk, but how you choose to approach closed doors, with an invigorated heart and an awakened mind.
Stay fabulous,
Les Ismore
