sour grapes
idiomThings that somebody pretends to despise because they cannot obtain or have them.
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grapes of wrath
A symbol of impending vengeance, especially in reference to the Last Judgment.
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leave a sour taste in one's mouth
To give one an unpleasant feeling or memory.
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sour note
A negative aspect to something mostly positive.
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sour stomach
Indigestion.
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sour tooth
A liking for foods that are sour.