“If China's economy does simmer down, it will have an adverse impact on the materials sector, and on commodities, including oil,”

“All children are affected adversely by bullying but gifted children differ from other children in significant ways.”

“That's what championship teams do. It speaks well of Southern Illinois. They had a little adversity and they responded.”

“The mettle of a man is tested in adversities and he, who remains firm in his beliefs comes out shining.”

“Americans have always been able to handle austerity and even adversity. Prosperity is what is doing us in.”

“This group of girls continues to show up and play hard in what has been an adversity filled season.”

“This team has some pretty good chemistry. They've faced some adversity and they keep plugging along.”

“One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity.”

“He's not going to let adversity slow him down. I see him pitching this year, definitely.”

“I think it was coach Lombardi that said, 'Adversity doesn't build character, it reveals it.' And that's so true.”