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adversity

[ad-vur-si-tee] / ædˈvɜr sɪ ti /


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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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