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
Russ Mould, AJ Bell investment director, said the UK stock market had soured following the suggestion, with investors wondering "if the era of bumper profits, dividends and buybacks is now under threat".
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2025
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
I’m sure in my outlaw fantasies I would’ve been as defiant as Shea, but something about this situation had soured me on romantic rebellion.
From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore
