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Vocabulary Entry
souring
|verb • noun • adjective
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V
verb
The act of making something sour or turning something to a state of being sour.
Example Sentences
"The milk is souring, so we should use it soon."
"Leaving the fruit out too long will cause it to start souring."
"The competition soured the relationship between the two teams."
N
noun
The process or result of becoming sour.
Example Sentences
"The souring of the cream led to a thick consistency perfect for frosting."
"Her mood took a turn for the worse, and there was a noticeable souring in her attitude."
"They noticed the souring of their friendship after the argument."
A
adjective
Having or characterized by a sour taste or smell.
Example Sentences
"The souring milk gave off a strong odor."
"He made a sour expression at the taste of the spoiled fruit."
"The souring notes in the wine indicated it had gone bad."