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.

Examples of a touch of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Bedsure Fluffy Comforter Set Add a touch of glam to your bedroom with this super plush three-piece comforter set. —Sheri Kaz, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2025

As for accessories, the Florence by Mills founder went relatively minimalist, with Chopard earrings and rings adding a touch of shimmer to her look. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 Nov. 2025

While Swift is no stranger to rocking sheer tights with skirts and dresses come fall and winter, her latest iteration added a touch of texture and flair to an otherwise low-key outfit — the mark of a true fashion mastermind. —Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 14 Nov. 2025

Pair it with this cropped jacket, available in several trendy patterns, for a touch of structure and warmth without the bulk. —Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Nov. 2025

Rhymes for a touch of

• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove
• hereinabove