Sentences with phrase «over adversity»

«The Little Engine that Could,» a story of triumph over adversity.

The self - published writer is strong, determined and will walk over adversity to get their work published and finally see their name in print on the front cover of a book.

Her survival and her ability to triumph over adversity make this gritty account shine with hope for the human heart and spirit.

While the triumph of the human spirit over adversity is incredibly inspiring, being overly eager can lead to re-injury.

As they endure hard times today, Greeks are turning to theater that shows triumphs over adversity in the previous century.

As a little social experiment, I'd like to offer up an alternative to those who love Gosling, The Notebook and those who love to see romance triumph over adversity by suggesting they watch Blue Valentine.

If that closing scene did not make you want to stand up and cheer for justice and victory over adversity then it is no wonder our world is so complacent about the horrors people have and continue to endure.

The story and foods of Cajun (a corruption of the word Acadian) folk are a triumph of adaptability over adversity and poverty.

Lili went through hell during her procedures, both physically and mentally, yet the film glosses over these adversities in favor of a tightly wrapped narrative.

The building of the Great Ocean Road is a story of resolve and conquest over adversity, and a triumph of great Aussie spirit and mateship.The road was built by returned soldiers, constructed as a permanent memorial to those who died while fighting in the First World War.

Also a prominent feature in London's Paralympic Games» closing ceremony, the work celebrates the triumph of life force over adversity and suggests «a new model for female heroism» in which love, maternity and vitality take on an unexpected form and reach new heights.

An early Fellini masterpiece and a deeply engaging story about the triumph of the human spirit over adversity and betrayal.

A true romance reader will argue that every romance heroine is empowered — she always triumphs over adversity by getting what she wants, on her terms, by the end of the story.

But perhaps if we smooth the path for introverts, we would take away the source of their greatness: triumph over adversity.

This might be a personality story, a «triumph over adversity» tale, a trend piece about broader economic forces, or a link to a newsworthy event.

This holiday season we must all remember the man who was the son of God, who triumphed over adversity to show us all a better way: Praise Hercules!

Puppies bounding through a field, a jubilant wedding, a new round of beheadings in the Middle East, homemade tacos al pastor, an Olympics triumph over adversity.

This programme, I am confident, will deepen the capacity of our media, and equip them with the relevant skill set to tell the African story — the story of potential triumph over adversity, economic successes over failures, and initiatives that will lead to the sustainable development of the continent,» he said.

This article appeared in print under the headline «Brain zap gives you desire to triumph over adversity»

He added: «My memory of him would be on several fronts: first our work together, as a scientist, and second as a human being whose whole story is of triumph over adversity and who inspired a lot of people, including me.»

He became one of the most famous scientists in the world — acclaimed as a world - leading researcher in mathematical physics, for his best - selling books about space, time and the cosmos, and for his astonishing triumph over adversity.

A strong person, on the other hand, knows that he or she can handle life's challenges and triumph over any adversity.

This is a great time to reflect on your accomplishments, what you've overcome, how you've triumphed over adversity, and the changes you've made in the past year.

«As a producer you're always looking for great stories and it dawned on me that I was sitting on this great story that is a triumph over adversity,» said Cavendish.

Green's film is, of course, a story of triumph over adversity, but for the majority of its runtime it tries to sidestep most of the clichés that can creep into the genre, and in general avoids the kind of mawkishness that can derail emotional impact.

This makes the film not just a story of the triumph of the human spirit over adversity and control, but also a charming love letter to cinema, one far more moving than similarly themed Sundance rival «Me & Earl & The Dying Girl.»

It's period piece, check, recounting the indescribable trials faced by an underdog, check, triumph of the human spirit over adversity and injustice, check, directed by queen of the A-list, Hollywood darling AND penned by the Coen Brothers!

In the end, the film's rather predictable triumph over adversity is moving.

Jeff Bauman's life story is a devastating and inspiring tale of loss and triumph over adversity: His legs were amputated above the knee after he was wounded in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, but with the aid of prosthetics, he learned to walk again.

The Good Lie is an inspiring film about love, survival and triumph over adversity and a powerful reminder of what's really important in life.

2017 TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: Movies about «triumphs over adversity» have long been a staple of cinema throughout the history of the artform.

While «Gattaca» was billed a thriller — its trailer is so misleading it's unintentionally hilarious — it is really about Vincent's triumph over adversity.

In a similar way to Xenoblade Chronicles or the outrightly devious Dark Souls series, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild can often feel like a triumph over adversity.

by Melissa Wellham «Attack the Block is a genre film of the highest order, combining «sci fi,» «thriller,» «coming - of - age,» and «teen film where plucky youngsters triumph over adversity.

Mealer spent the 2010 football season with the Red Raiders of Belle Glade, Florida, and the team's head coach, NFL veteran Jessie Hester, in this Friday Night Lights — like story of triumph over adversity.

Not just any dog story, but one that illustrates triumph over adversity, the importance of small joys and the role of a writer's companion.

Having overcome a serious car accident, two heart attacks, a quadruple heart by - pass operation, the trauma of a kidnapping and being buried alive for 16 hours, the subsequent PTSD, and finally, cancer, Karp has resiliently triumphed over adversity, while staying focused on her true passion: authentic service.

Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea is a testament to the human will to triumph over adversity.

It is a testimony to the ability of the human spirit to triumph over adversity.

Then you want to turn it around and explain how you overcame the problem, triumphed over adversity and how you turned things around for the best.

Be it a tale of rags to riches, triumph over adversity, or the fascinating history of how a good idea became an iconic brand, everyone wants to know how it is done.

Having overcome a serious car accident, two heart attacks, a quadruple heart bi-pass operation, the trauma of a kidnapping and being buried alive for 16 hours, the subsequent PTSD, and finally, cancer, Karp has resiliently triumphed over adversity, while staying focused on her true passion: authentic service.

But thanks to a community who cared, Charleston Animal Society, local veterinarians, detectives and prosecutors — Caitlyn's story became an inspiring story of triumph over adversity.