| He symbolises great tolerance, and dogged persistence in the face of adversity. |
| He is a man who has had to face up to adversity and he has done so with determination and dignity. |
| He has overcome massive adversity throughout the last three-and-a-half years. |
| The real issue is that suffering is part of life, as are loss and adversity. |
| Her brilliance at the keyboard is an inspirational example of how talent can overcome adversity. |
| The history of man, which is peppered with triumph over adversity, has been a long and difficult one. |
