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
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
Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2026
Aurigny also says demand has soured in recent months, falling by 13 percent for flights taking off in May.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
The scale of the decline has sparked protests, soured the mood in boardrooms, and eroded the dominant African National Congress’ electoral popularity.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Public sentiment and the economy soured only after the conflict stretched on.
—Steve Peoples, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Relations with Angola soon soured and then worsened when Angola’s governor briefly invaded southern Kongo in 1622.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
The contentious divorce between Josh Elliott and Liz Cho has soured even more.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Apr. 2026
The collapse of the bipartisan agreement has soured the mood for negotiations and left lawmakers pointing fingers.
—Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
Eventually, the relationship between McGruder and the network soured.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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
These rules had been tightened since 2020, when relations soured following a deadly border skirmish in the Galwan Valley, where several Indian and Chinese soldiers died.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2026
Aurigny also says demand has soured in recent months, falling by 13 percent for flights taking off in May.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
The scale of the decline has sparked protests, soured the mood in boardrooms, and eroded the dominant African National Congress’ electoral popularity.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Public sentiment and the economy soured only after the conflict stretched on.
—Steve Peoples, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Relations with Angola soon soured and then worsened when Angola’s governor briefly invaded southern Kongo in 1622.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
The contentious divorce between Josh Elliott and Liz Cho has soured even more.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Apr. 2026
The collapse of the bipartisan agreement has soured the mood for negotiations and left lawmakers pointing fingers.
—Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
Eventually, the relationship between McGruder and the network soured.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soured
Adjective
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A lot happens, but little feels earned; the tone is an uneasy blend of zany and sour.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
2 Apr. 2026
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Things turned sour despite reassurances that the data center would generate $5 million in annual revenue to support park maintenance, libraries and repairs without raising residential taxes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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While Decurion may be operating within its rights as owner of the property, its secretive and mysterious business practices have increasingly angered film fans concerned about the future of moviegoing in the city.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Netanyahu angered Trump earlier in the war by attacking Iranian oil and gas facilities; but Netanyahu then pivoted to Iranian infrastructure and manufacturing capabilities.—
Daniel Kurtzer,
New York Daily News,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Though the state is seeing a surface water supply far above average, March’s heat shock has left many less confident about the fate of water supply for the upcoming dry season.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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From December to January, Loni and other cities across northern India routinely grapple with a severe spike in pollution during the cold, dry winter months.—
Esha Mitra,
CNN Money,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The decision infuriated local opponents, who have applauded selectmen’s decision in mid-March to authorize legal action to try to reverse the vote.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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The liberal Democratic governor, whose strict gun control measures have long infuriated gun owners, this week filed a bill to allow Sunday hunting and expand crossbow hunting, long overdue moves that aimed to shore up one of her biggest weaknesses in an election year.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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People could still use SNAP to buy chocolate milk, unsweetened seltzers and some juice drinks, but not regular or diet sodas.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
3 Apr. 2026
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Chocolate Frosting For chocolate frosting, in a medium saucepan heat salted butter and unsweetened chocolate, cut up, over low until melted.—
Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Many luxury players have seen their business suffer over the past few years, following a boom in demand during Covid-19, which led to price hikes that alienated customers.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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Later, Black voters were alienated by the candidacy of Republican Barry Goldwater, a senator from Arizona who advocated for states' rights, which many people interpreted as pro-segregation.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The acidic composition of white vinegar works efficiently to break down the film that can accumulate on your windows.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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That’s thanks to a confluence of factors, not least of which is advancing can liner technology that make acidic beverages, like wine, more stable inside the package.—
Kate Bernot,
Outside,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Bill Rasmussen and the network were estranged until 1999, when company executives invited him to the 20th anniversary celebration.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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By his account, this defining experience estranged him from his father and siblings.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Soured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soured. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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