sour grapes
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see sour, grapes.
VERBS
be, taste
The milk smelled sour, so we decided not to drink it.
ADV
extremely, very | a bit, quite, rather, slightly
VERBS
be, smell, taste
This yogurt tastes a bit sour, so I think it's past its expiration date.
go, turn
The milk went sour after sitting in the warm kitchen for three days.
ADV
very | a bit, rather, slightly
VERBS
be | go, grow, turn
a bit, a little, rather, slightly, somewhat
The milk has gone a bit sour, so I'll need to buy some fresh milk today.
ADV
extremely, really, very