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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Grandma's favorite fall slow-cooker recipes add a touch of nostalgia to the menu planning.
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Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2024
Inject a touch of nostalgia with your own photographs
Mantels are meant to display items worth calling attention to.
—Michelle Mastro, Architectural Digest, 13 Sep. 2024
Each device is key to completing the world and adds a touch of whimsy to the level design.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2024
The finish is crisp and clean, with a touch of sweetness.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
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Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2024
Inject a touch of nostalgia with your own photographs
Mantels are meant to display items worth calling attention to.
—Michelle Mastro, Architectural Digest, 13 Sep. 2024
Each device is key to completing the world and adds a touch of whimsy to the level design.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2024
The finish is crisp and clean, with a touch of sweetness.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
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“A touch of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20touch%20of. Accessed 3 Oct. 2024.
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