adversity

Example Sentences

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Staffers have become experts on supporting kids who are facing adversity.

From Los Angeles Times

"After adversity is when we have to respond," said Alonso, insisting the team will find form again.

From Barron's

"It's been hard facing my first loss and coming back from adversity," Benn said.

From BBC

The researchers also studied children exposed to early adversity and discovered that those carrying genetic variants that increase SGK1 production were more likely to experience depression as teenagers.

From Science Daily

Both teams - countries where opportunities for women and girls in sport are far less accessible or accepted than the likes of England or Australia - are littered with stories of resilience and overcoming adversity.

From BBC