plightA dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation
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A dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation
fortitudeCourage in pain or adversity
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Courage in pain or adversity
povertyThe state of being poor
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The state of being poor
despairThe complete loss or absence of hope
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The complete loss or absence of hope
gruelingExtremely tiring and demanding
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Extremely tiring and demanding