Somebody’s face doesn’t fit

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phrase

Used for saying that someone is not accepted or liked by a group because of their appearance, attitude, or background.

He was quite diligent at the job, but somehow his face didn't fit, and they asked him to leave
Visual representation of "somebody’s face doesn’t fit" - Used for saying that someone is not accepted or liked by a group because of their appearance, attitude, or background

Often appears as...

  • doesn't fit in
  • can't fit in

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Social Acceptance

This phrase often relates to social dynamics and indicates someone doesn't fit in the group's social criteria.

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Despite his skills, his face didn’t fit in the exclusive club's standards.
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Not Just Looks

The phrase isn't about physical appearance only, but also behavior, personality, or social background.

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She found it hard in the new city; her face just didn't fit there.
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Subjective Feeling

It's often used to express a subjective opinion and not an objective fact about the person.

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I felt like my face didn’t fit at the party, even though no one said anything.
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