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adversity

[ad-vur-si-tee] / ædˈvɜr sɪ ti /


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"While this journey will undoubtedly be challenging, I've always believed in finding meaning through adversity," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Themes may emerge: how you beat back adversity, sacrificed for others or discovered new ways to love.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

The Lakers have faced adversity all season, but Game 4 will be the ultimate test.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

She says the new world of private credit has grown quickly, has yet to be tested by financial adversity and is poorly understood.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

The administrator had given a speech as well, reminding everyone that space flight is incredibly dangerous, and that we will not back down in the face of adversity.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir




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