adversity

Example Sentences

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His greatness stems from his ability to fight through adversity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

When the moment comes, can the No. 1 Bruins actually deal with adversity?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

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

From Science Daily • Mar. 17, 2026

"England fans rightly expect a team that learns and grows through adversity, and we're confident this group will do everything they can to deliver that."

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

I commended these three men as individuals, not as representatives of the court or of the state or even of their race, but as exemplars of human decency under adversity.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela