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
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
2 June 2026
And while intention matters, some behaviors can unknowingly leave soured edges around a visit that’s otherwise completely lovely.
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Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
Caneiro killed his relatives over a soured business relationship with his brother, prosecutors alleged.
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Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
The election outcome will give Takaichi a fresh mandate to tackle challenges such as Japan’s rapidly aging population, the rising cost of living, a weak yen, and soured relations with China.
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Yumi Asada,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
Relations between the three soured in 2021 and following Rooney’s DUI arrest that September, the group quietly disbanded.
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Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
24 Jan. 2026
Trump had used the same nickname for Carney’s predecessor, Justin Trudeau, and his use of it toward Carney was the latest mark of their soured relationship.
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Michelle L. Price,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2026
When ready to serve, slide the ijeh on to a serving plate, squeeze over a little lemon juice, and serve with lemon wedges and soured cream.
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The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
10 Jan. 2026
The practice can take the shape of postcards from quiet couples bliss or passive-aggressive quips about exes, soured business relationships, and industry frenemies.
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Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
3 Oct. 2025
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Of course, the game meant nothing, but Türkiye’s late goal in stoppage time gave them a 3-2 victory that soured what appeared to be a 2-2 draw in Los Angeles.
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Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Israel for years avoided officially recognizing the violence as genocide out fear of angering Turkey, but that relationship has soured over the past two decades, especially as the most recent wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran have dragged on.
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Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Despite being a bargain signing and a key player with two Champions League and three La Liga titles, his relationship with the club and fans has reportedly soured due to recent trophyless seasons and boos.
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Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Advertisement The divide between America250 and Freedom 250 further soured over public funding and private donations.
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Philip Wang,
Time,
29 June 2026
For years, Israel did not officially broach the subject for fear of angering Turkey, but that relationship has soured over the past two decades, especially in recent years as the wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran have dragged on.
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CBS News,
28 June 2026
Curiously, among the factors that soured James’ relationship with the Heat was the waiving of Mike Miller in July 2013 as a means of saving the Heat against the luxury tax.
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Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
After their friendship soured, Swift and Lively have apparently been trying to mend their previously unbreakable bond.
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Allison Degrushe,
StyleCaster,
22 June 2026
Adjective
Brown sidestepped a question about the internal dysfunction that led to his exit from Philly, which included complaints about the Eagles’ offense and a soured relationship with Eagles QB Jalen Hurts.
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Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
2 June 2026
And while intention matters, some behaviors can unknowingly leave soured edges around a visit that’s otherwise completely lovely.
—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
Caneiro killed his relatives over a soured business relationship with his brother, prosecutors alleged.
—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
The election outcome will give Takaichi a fresh mandate to tackle challenges such as Japan’s rapidly aging population, the rising cost of living, a weak yen, and soured relations with China.
—
Yumi Asada,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
Relations between the three soured in 2021 and following Rooney’s DUI arrest that September, the group quietly disbanded.
—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
24 Jan. 2026
Trump had used the same nickname for Carney’s predecessor, Justin Trudeau, and his use of it toward Carney was the latest mark of their soured relationship.
—
Michelle L. Price,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2026
When ready to serve, slide the ijeh on to a serving plate, squeeze over a little lemon juice, and serve with lemon wedges and soured cream.
—
The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
10 Jan. 2026
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 about two years ago, when the Markley Group plopped its second cooling tank behind her above-ground swimming pool, along with a growing number of surveillance cameras, the relationship had soured.
—
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Of course, the game meant nothing, but Türkiye’s late goal in stoppage time gave them a 3-2 victory that soured what appeared to be a 2-2 draw in Los Angeles.
—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Israel for years avoided officially recognizing the violence as genocide out fear of angering Turkey, but that relationship has soured over the past two decades, especially as the most recent wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran have dragged on.
—
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Despite being a bargain signing and a key player with two Champions League and three La Liga titles, his relationship with the club and fans has reportedly soured due to recent trophyless seasons and boos.
—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Advertisement The divide between America250 and Freedom 250 further soured over public funding and private donations.
—
Philip Wang,
Time,
29 June 2026
For years, Israel did not officially broach the subject for fear of angering Turkey, but that relationship has soured over the past two decades, especially in recent years as the wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran have dragged on.
—
CBS News,
28 June 2026
Curiously, among the factors that soured James’ relationship with the Heat was the waiving of Mike Miller in July 2013 as a means of saving the Heat against the luxury tax.
—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
After their friendship soured, Swift and Lively have apparently been trying to mend their previously unbreakable bond.
—
Allison Degrushe,
StyleCaster,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soured
Adjective
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Thankfully, there are self-aware jabs as well, and it’s all couched in a character- and ensemble-centric ending that has hearty portions that help the random sour bite go down smoothly.
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Wine that has gone bad may have a medicinal or vinegar-like smell and may taste sharp or sour.
Verb
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Though both agree that in real life, Berlant would fit in more easily than Early, who, during a break from the shoot, angered a trio of local Hamptonites merely by using the bathroom at a Citarella.
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Though net migration is down, many are angered by migrants entering the country illegally — specifically the sight of people, often escaping war zones such as Afghanistan and Sudan, arriving on British shores in inflatable boats after making the dangerous journey across the English Channel.
Adjective
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In a bowl, combine all dry rub ingredients and season the ribs generously on all sides.
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Flip your cloth to a dry side and buff for that perfect, streak-free shine.
Verb
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When my friends found relief, they were thrilled—and infuriated.
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By the second half, the two teams meandering about the pitch infuriated everyone not on the pitch.
Adjective
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However, for the health-conscious, unsweetened ice tea is just as flavorful.
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Focus on smoothies with a base of water or unsweetened almond or coconut milk.
Verb
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Unluckily, Alys, freshly alienated by Daemon, arrives just in time to nurse the enemy of her enemy back to health.
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Seven years later, Leonard has abused an organization, alienated a fan base and basically collected nearly $300 million of Steve Ballmer’s money and burned it.
Adjective
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Avocado, tomatillos, a serrano pepper, and lime are mixed together in just five minutes to make a bright and acidic dip that's served best with your favorite tortilla chips.
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It’s absorbed without needing food or a highly acidic environment.
Verb
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Aside from Hannah, who also chose to live with their father, Collin is estranged from his siblings, in addition to being estranged from his mother.
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Most weddings have some logistical drama — exes with grudges, estranged former besties, etc.
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“Soured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soured. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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