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sour

[souuhr, sou-er] / saʊər, ˈsaʊ ər /




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After all the time and money the Roberts family invested in the property, “leaving on this note puts a sour taste out there,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Analysts had expected a provision of C$802 million for the second quarter to cover loans that may sour.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The manner of his departure will leave a sour taste, however.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

What looked like it would be a decent end to the week for crypto stocks turned sour Friday.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Ivan looked very sour as Anya and Misha stood.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack




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