adversity
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Social media is full of the kinds of existential dread you’d expect from those unaccustomed to such adversity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
“I was all over the internet,” Johnson said while discussing some of the adversity she’s faced in her basketball career on a recent episode of the “I Am Next” podcast.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
Experiences such as emotional neglect and other forms of adversity can significantly influence a child's development.
From Science Daily • Mar. 17, 2026
Celtic have kept themselves in the hunt despite injuries to key players this season and Allan believes that adversity will have built strength in the Parkhead camp.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
“Courage, Prudence, Aggressiveness, Loyalty to 4B, Charity, Faith, an ability to overcome adversity, and Hope.”
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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