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

The earrings exude sophistication with a touch of ‘90s street style. —Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 25 Apr. 2024

Very physical with a touch of speed (5.01) for his size. —Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2024

The rich caramel frosting is finished with a touch of flaky sea salt for the right balance of salty and sweet. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2024

Partnering with Yggdrasil, the provider delivers top-notch graphics, animations, and sound effects with a touch of holiday spirit through festive decorations. —Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024

Its radiant, shimmery shades add a touch of buildable pigment while creating dimension and acting as a highlighter. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Apr. 2024

Editor Tip: Henney suggests mature skin types try the shade Petal Power (seen above), a coral pink shade with a touch of gold shimmer. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Apr. 2024

My broth was slightly foggy brown, but still transparent, and had a touch of warming sweetness from the brandy that contrasted with the spice. —Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2024

There’s great minerality with a touch of saline and a burst of bright acidity at the very end. —Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2024