a touch of
idiom
: a small amount of (something) : a hint or trace of (something)
She noticed a touch of garlic in the sauce.
I think I have a touch of the flu.
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For an easier option, opt for rhinestone nail stickers—Daily Charme and Teenitor have glitzy, colorful gems that add a touch of sparkle to any manicure.
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Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 19 Feb. 2026
Taking a more muted approach to embellishments, Cinq à Sept’s Jane Siskin added dustings of glam to her 10th anniversary collection, adding just a touch of bling to her more casual wares.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
With a touch of class and a wealth of style, Jim has been a friend to countless people over the years, making the sprawling Los Angeles community feel like family at ballparks, stadiums and arenas all over.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
They can be styled in many ways, depending on the weather, and still add a touch of elegance without much thought or effort.
—Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 17 Feb. 2026
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Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 19 Feb. 2026
Taking a more muted approach to embellishments, Cinq à Sept’s Jane Siskin added dustings of glam to her 10th anniversary collection, adding just a touch of bling to her more casual wares.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
With a touch of class and a wealth of style, Jim has been a friend to countless people over the years, making the sprawling Los Angeles community feel like family at ballparks, stadiums and arenas all over.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
They can be styled in many ways, depending on the weather, and still add a touch of elegance without much thought or effort.
—Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 17 Feb. 2026
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“A touch of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20touch%20of. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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