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adversity

[ad-vur-si-tee] / ædˈvɜr sɪ ti /


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“Ryan’s always faced adversity with a strong mind,” Rachel said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Themes may emerge: how you beat back adversity, sacrificed for others or discovered new ways to love.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

A man who inspired millions through his unquenchable spirit in the face of unbelievable adversity.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

She says the new world of private credit has grown quickly, has yet to be tested by financial adversity and is poorly understood.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Like the good general I knew I could be, I would take bold action, I would show no fear, I would stride, godlike, straight into the jaws of adversity.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen




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