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
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
Rick Jervis, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Tim Nwachukwu / Getty Images Morey acquired James Harden in a trade package that included Ben Simmons, but his relationship with his former Rockets star soured.
—Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 12 May 2026
But as the 1920s dragged on, the experiment soured.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 May 2026
But the relationship soured as the company’s fortunes declined.
—Geoffrey Cain, Vanity Fair, 11 May 2026
But jurors were told their relationship quickly soured, with Fahim apparently frustrated at the level of work that Cuomo was assigning him and complaining that he was being micromanaged.
—Sean Emery, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
But his opinion has long since soured.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Falk said tariffs have soured international customers’ feelings about doing business with American farmers.
—Star Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
That hasn’t been soured for me.
—Marlow Stern, Variety, 6 May 2026
Adjective
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
Still, for reasons not fully understood, the talks soured.
—Rick Jervis, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Tim Nwachukwu / Getty Images Morey acquired James Harden in a trade package that included Ben Simmons, but his relationship with his former Rockets star soured.
—Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 12 May 2026
But as the 1920s dragged on, the experiment soured.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 May 2026
But the relationship soured as the company’s fortunes declined.
—Geoffrey Cain, Vanity Fair, 11 May 2026
But jurors were told their relationship quickly soured, with Fahim apparently frustrated at the level of work that Cuomo was assigning him and complaining that he was being micromanaged.
—Sean Emery, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
But his opinion has long since soured.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Falk said tariffs have soured international customers’ feelings about doing business with American farmers.
—Star Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
That hasn’t been soured for me.
—Marlow Stern, Variety, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soured
Adjective
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Here, 24 taps feature a wide range of styles, from hoppy and light to sour, dark, and experimental, with four core beers always on offer.—
Vivian Chung,
Travel + Leisure,
14 May 2026
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Viewers can expect this tale of neocolonialism with echoes of #MeToo to leave a sour taste in their mouths.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
Verb
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But the evening quickly descended into chaos as fans angered by Nantes' relegation to the second division stormed the field.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 May 2026
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The delay angered rural Republicans, who wanted to see the farm bill passed.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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If the spring season is too dry, flowers and trees cut back on nectar production, causing bees to go hungry.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
20 May 2026
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Whipping winds can quickly spread the flames, and with the dry brush blanketing hills across South Orange County, minutes matter.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
20 May 2026
Verb
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What was the song that infuriated the coach?—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Still, even an unsuccessful appeal would let Democrats try to blame their failure on the conservative majority that dominates the nation's highest court, which has already infuriated the party and civil rights groups by neutering the Voting Rights Act.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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This recipe calls for London dry gin, a crisp, unsweetened version.—
Jenavieve Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 May 2026
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Limiting cola and choosing hydrating alternatives like water or unsweetened beverages can help protect kidney health.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2026
Verb
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Gang historian Alex Alonso said the gang unit’s hyper-aggressive style of policing has alienated generations of Black and brown Angelenos.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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DiZoglio has completely alienated herself from the Democratic power structure and is persona non grata in the party.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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As the tissue breaks down, your mouth loses its protective barrier against germs, acidic foods, and irritation.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
19 May 2026
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Pairing hot peppers with acidic ingredients, such as lime juice or vinegar, or with dairy, can help neutralize some of the jalapeño heat.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 May 2026
Verb
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Authorities have not determined a possible motive in the shooting; the men had been estranged for at least three years, Santa Clara Police Department Chief Cory Morgan said at a news conference Thursday afternoon.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
14 May 2026
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Brooke, who had been estranged from her dad for years leading up to his death, shared a lengthy Instagram post paying tribute, but also shared insights into what their relationship looked like.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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“Soured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soured. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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