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adversity

[ad-vur-si-tee] / ædˈvɜr sɪ ti /


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"The message is getting across, but we faced adversity today and that is the reality. After that comes a bit of doubt," said Nancy on whether his tactical changes can work.

From Barron's

"He was 13 when he was diagnosed with dyslexia," says Angela, whose son is happy for her to share the details in the hope his story of triumph over adversity will help inspire others.

From BBC

Similar proportions agree that major breakthroughs and triumphs over adversity in the past give them reason to believe we can overcome today’s biggest challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We have three teenagers and I had to give them hope and a positive outlook and show them how to deal with adversity.”

From Los Angeles Times

But there was also a "fairly high level of resilience... to wartime adversity".

From Barron's