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.
—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
ABC News, 6 June 2026
Sentiment had soured after Broadcom didn’t raise its AI chip forecast Wednesday, but the intensity of Friday’s selling was worse than what occurred in the immediate wake of that news.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 5 June 2026
In the decade that followed, relations soured.
—Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Over the past several months, as AI models have improved, attitudes toward the technology have soured.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 3 June 2026
News reports claimed the relationship between co-founders Sanberg and Cherny later soured before the latter was fired by the board, and Aspiration instead pivoted to selling carbon credits as company growth slowed.
—Andrea Klick, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
Consumers are spending but some are stretching, inflation has moderated but gas prices remain high, confidence has soured even as many fundamental measures remain respectable, and the stock market is rising, as corporate America delivers earnings.
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
But, later on Sunday, the day soured.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 1 June 2026
But von Wilpert has served on the council during a time when public opinion of City Hall has soured.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 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.
—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
Relations between Moscow and Armenia soured in 2023 after Azerbaijan took control of the entire Karabakh region.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Sentiment had soured after Broadcom didn’t raise its AI chip forecast Wednesday, but the intensity of Friday’s selling was worse than what occurred in the immediate wake of that news.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 5 June 2026
In the decade that followed, relations soured.
—Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Over the past several months, as AI models have improved, attitudes toward the technology have soured.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 3 June 2026
News reports claimed the relationship between co-founders Sanberg and Cherny later soured before the latter was fired by the board, and Aspiration instead pivoted to selling carbon credits as company growth slowed.
—Andrea Klick, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
Consumers are spending but some are stretching, inflation has moderated but gas prices remain high, confidence has soured even as many fundamental measures remain respectable, and the stock market is rising, as corporate America delivers earnings.
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
But, later on Sunday, the day soured.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 1 June 2026
But von Wilpert has served on the council during a time when public opinion of City Hall has soured.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soured
Adjective
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For a moment, the mood turns sour.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Won chose Josh Hart as her MVP, a pick that nearly went sour when the Knicks forward made a couple of bonehead plays in the final minutes that almost torpedoed the Knicks’ historic comeback.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Blanche has also defended the Justice Department seeking charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center, which has angered conservatives in recent years, under his leadership.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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High ticket prices and exorbitant transportation and parking fees have angered fans and drawn the attention of politicians and state attorneys general.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Analysts have noted that retail investors could be causing some of the weakness in chips by freeing up dry powder in preparation for the blockbuster IPO – though Bank of America noted that last week’s sell-off was driven by big institutional money.—
Tobias Burns,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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In the confusion, Paula is able to subdue Sky by nailing his hand to the ground and then sprays Ashley in the face with the dry shampoo before fleeing the scene.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
Verb
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The decision to send in state troopers – some on horseback – infuriated many protesters while drawing praise from Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin.—
Leigh Waldman,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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Those exemptions — and the government stipends many seminary students receive up to the age of 26 — have infuriated many Israelis.—
Melanie Lidman,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Using unsweetened milk and flavoring with cinnamon, vanilla extract, or berries can help keep sugar in check.—
Brianna Tobritzhofer,
Health,
12 June 2026
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Key Takeaways Drinks like unsweetened tomato juice and kefir may support blood sugar by improving insulin response, while fiber-rich options like chia drinks can help slow digestion.—
Brittany Poulson,
Verywell Health,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Cody Campbell and Texas Tech’s image problem By supporting Sorsby, the Red Raiders’ leadership alienated not just those outside their community, but in it.—
Mac Engel
June 12,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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He has been alienated from the kids completely.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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These involve removal of thorium from REE containing acidic solution, as well as the selective extraction of REEs using oxalic acid.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
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The acidic nature of coffee can be a source of discomfort for people with acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).—
Christina Manian,
Health,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Hans died in 1978, estranged from Edith and Nickolas.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
5 June 2026
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In a prior social media post, Bear, 38, said their family believed that Matt, who had a history of substance abuse and was estranged from his family, had ended his own life.—
Alex Ross,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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“Soured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soured. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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