sours
- present tense form of sour (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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Everything reasonable from the first half quickly sours.
From Slate • Jun. 18, 2026
At least it starts off that way, but of course, the gathering quickly sours, leaving us rubbernecking the damage.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
The clatter of cutlery as an atmosphere sours over dinner.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
“Reflation is bullish at first, but sentiment sours in the second half, before the mood turns toxic in 2027.”
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026
The question sours in my mouth as he turns back to yanking the rest of the tattered plants.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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