sour
adjective
having an acid taste, resembling that of vinegar, lemon juice, etc.; tart.
has soured
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present perfectof sour (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But this is not the first time a contract with Meta has soured.
From BBC ● Apr. 30, 2026
The stalemate in Iran remains the main market driver nearly eight weeks into the conflict, and the mood has soured with oil prices higher overnight and stock futures pointing to losses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 23, 2026
Corporate outlooks beyond the first quarter will be important to investors looking for clues about how the Iran conflict may impact consumer behavior, as sentiment has soured.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 12, 2026
“Given enough time and money, we believe Vertical would be successful, but the market has soured on higher-risk ventures lately.”
From Barron's ● Feb. 23, 2026
She has soured her niece’s welcome, scolding her the minute she gets out of her car.
From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez
