Example Sentences

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Between the soft earnings outlook and the razor-thin revenue beat, Wall Street quickly soured on the report.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Yet for many residents, the dream has soured.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

But in recent months, relations had soured between Faye and his one-time mentor.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

It’s the soundtrack of first loves and first heartbreaks, rotten days, soured friendships and sweet hopes for tomorrow.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

I would have felt a little giddy if Miss Marva Hendrix hadn’t soured the day by making me out to be my sisters’ oppressor.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia