a touch of
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: 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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The yummy gourmand blend is luxe and a little mysterious, thanks to a touch of spice and woods.
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Sourced from the same suppliers that provide bedding for top-notch hotels, the brand’s flat and fitted sheets bring a touch of the suite life to your bed.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 June 2025
From old-school pennants and giant flags to shakers and game day buttons, no space is complete without a touch of collegiate pride.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
The latest run is no different, with a touch of Hollywood glamour sprinkled on top for good measure.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 27 June 2025
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Sourced from the same suppliers that provide bedding for top-notch hotels, the brand’s flat and fitted sheets bring a touch of the suite life to your bed.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 June 2025
From old-school pennants and giant flags to shakers and game day buttons, no space is complete without a touch of collegiate pride.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 29 June 2025
The latest run is no different, with a touch of Hollywood glamour sprinkled on top for good measure.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 27 June 2025
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“A touch of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20touch%20of. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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