adversity

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Experiences such as emotional neglect and other forms of adversity can significantly influence a child's development.

From Science Daily • Mar. 17, 2026

In the face of adversity, an inexperienced leader will lean on those who share his grievances and worldview.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

“I feel like when adversity hits, sometimes we tend to go our separate ways. We’ve got to just stick together, man.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

In Cardiff, a fortnight ago, they showed their mental strength in adversity, something they haven't shown enough of over the years.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 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