adversity

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Foakes reached his 13th first-class century from 176 balls - a superb innings, forged from adversity, for his team.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Orange Lutheran coach RJ Farrell saw his team fight back from adversity, and in the Texas-bound Murrietta, he has an MVP candidate capable of igniting the Lancers with his bat, glove and leadership skills.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

His greatness stems from his ability to fight through adversity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Sports also teaches how to respond to adversity, and how to accept defeat.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

So doth Christ in His mercy often supply courage and industry equal to adversity, that His creations might meet their travails.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson