adversity

Example Sentences

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But rather than depict a childhood of adversity, her paintings empower the kids within them to claim their own space, imbuing her memories with strength and light.

From Los Angeles Times

“You can deal with adversity one of two ways,” Perry added.

From Los Angeles Times

Said Sterling: “We used it as motivation. We were playing through the adversity.”

From Los Angeles Times

England went on to lose the final to South Africa, yet Itoje had shown he could respond to adversity.

From BBC

It can encompass steadfastness in the face of adversity, selflessness, self-sacrifice, honesty and integrity in one’s dealings with others.

From Los Angeles Times