as in angered
to cause to change from friendly or loving to unfriendly or uncaring
a misunderstanding that soured their relationship for a long time
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Recent Examples of soured
Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2025
The practice can take the shape of postcards from quiet couples bliss or passive-aggressive quips about exes, soured business relationships, and industry frenemies.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The first day back from winter break at Garfield Elementary in Kansas City’s Pendleton Heights soured when neighbors spotted Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents nearby.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 7 Jan. 2026
There was no evidence that Harbaugh’s relationship with any of the team’s top executives had soured, even during a brutal 2025 that tested the patience of everyone in their organization.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Things soured between the two of them in October 1982, the final time Allen guest hosted.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 22 Dec. 2025
Moon entered office determined to reverse his predecessor’s successful efforts to improve ties with Tokyo, which soured relations from the outset and led to further tensions.
—Ayumi Teraoka, Foreign Affairs, 19 Dec. 2025
However, sentiment has soured dramatically.
—Jay Woods, CNBC, 16 Dec. 2025
But inflation has soured the hopes of expanding state scholarships, including in Tarrant County.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Nov. 2025
But after that, relations soured.
—Kim Lane Scheppele, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
It’s poised to suffer $170 million from soured loans to Tricolor, another company that declared bankruptcy last month.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2025
The practice can take the shape of postcards from quiet couples bliss or passive-aggressive quips about exes, soured business relationships, and industry frenemies.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
But results soured over the past two seasons.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
The first day back from winter break at Garfield Elementary in Kansas City’s Pendleton Heights soured when neighbors spotted Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents nearby.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 7 Jan. 2026
There was no evidence that Harbaugh’s relationship with any of the team’s top executives had soured, even during a brutal 2025 that tested the patience of everyone in their organization.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Things soured between the two of them in October 1982, the final time Allen guest hosted.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 22 Dec. 2025
Moon entered office determined to reverse his predecessor’s successful efforts to improve ties with Tokyo, which soured relations from the outset and led to further tensions.
—Ayumi Teraoka, Foreign Affairs, 19 Dec. 2025
However, sentiment has soured dramatically.
—Jay Woods, CNBC, 16 Dec. 2025
But inflation has soured the hopes of expanding state scholarships, including in Tarrant County.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Nov. 2025
But after that, relations soured.
—Kim Lane Scheppele, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soured
Adjective
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The addition of buttermilk boosts the flavor of this coleslaw with a slight sour bite.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2026
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It's seasoned with sumac, which has a distinctly sour, earthy flavor.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Shortly after, Chalup Cortez became angered by a social media livestream involving Qahsiem’s father, Meishaq Sinclair, and her boyfriend, and drove back to the south Phoenix home, AZ Family reported based on the court documents.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Holman’s daughter, Kyra Randall, said her father’s even temper and soft-spoken manner, even when angered, likely appealed to the chief.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Aquaphor Lip Repair Balm not only soothes and heals dry lips, but also has SPF 30 sunscreen for additional protection against the sun’s harmful rays.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
15 Jan. 2026
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Keep scrolling to stay warm and dry for as little as $20.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The development appears to have infuriated the center’s interim president, MAGA loyalist Richard Grenell.—
Brian Niemietz,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Trump’s blunt warnings have infuriated the country’s leaders, who have since doubled down on crushing the protests.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Some unsweetened teas can help lower blood sugar naturally, thanks to their antioxidant powers.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
7 Jan. 2026
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To keep it anti-inflammatory, include unsweetened almond milk that doesn't have seed oils.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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For an entire decade now, Democrats have consistently alienated allies — with devastating results.—
Matt K. Lewis,
Twin Cities,
7 Jan. 2026
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However, by being routed through the mayor’s office and nonprofits rather than local clubhouses, Lindsay’s policies alienated the city’s political parties from his administration.—
Daniel Wortel-London,
Washington Post,
5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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How to Clean Baking Sheets With Vinegar Vinegar is an acidic ingredient that can cut through grease and lift stains.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
11 Jan. 2026
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The acidic properties of this inexpensive, nontoxic, and eco-friendly household cleaner help to break down grease, loosen dried-on food, and neutralize funky odors.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The structure is a bit tricksier, flipping between the present — which finds our two inevitable lovers estranged and in their early thirties — and a staggered series of flashbacks catching up to it.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2026
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After a disastrous stint abroad leaves them estranged, the two don’t speak for years — until Poppy asks Alex to join her on one last jaunt.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
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“Soured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soured. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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