sour
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Adopting a psychedelic-rock aesthetic, “Casket” was another stab at optimism; Brock wanted to create something intentionally upbeat to sweeten the sour, post-pandemic mood.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Most people encounter ranch mix in its intended form, stirred into mayonnaise or sour cream and served alongside a platter of vegetables.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
Unlike Sierra, Raducanu is not a natural clay-courter and her body language quickly turned sour on a surface where she lacks belief.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
Britain eventually prevailed in the French and Indian War, but Washington took a sour view of his service.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The animals had so much to eat they could afford to ignore food that tended to be sour.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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"The Sun Rising" by John Donne
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