sour
adjective
having an acid taste, resembling that of vinegar, lemon juice, etc.; tart.
had soured
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past perfectof sour.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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But in recent months, relations had soured between Faye and his one-time mentor.
From Barron's ● May 24, 2026
Newey left Red Bull in April 2024 because his relationship with Horner had soured after nearly 20 years together.
From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2026
The video didn't make much of a splash at first, but resurfaced again this year, apparently reposted by a former fan who had soured on "Girls Gone Bible."
From Salon ● Apr. 4, 2025
Berger substituted Dog and Robot for people in his life — both of his parents had died and a relationship with one of his closest friends had soured.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2024
The experience had soured him, but he was widely respected as a veteran and a good farmer.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
