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sour

[souuhr, sou-er] / saʊər, ˈsaʊ ər /




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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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