How to Use a touch of in a Sentence

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  • Onions add just a touch of spice and a whole lot of crunch.
    Christopher Michel, Country Living, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Roll the whole thing to form a musubi and seal it with a touch of water.
    Peter Burke, Fox News, 10 Nov. 2024
  • Salt: Just a touch of salt balances the sweetness of the pie.
    Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2023
  • The Cape/Islands get clipped by a touch of snow briefly tonight.
    Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
  • And there might be a touch of bad luck in the misery so far this year.
    Joe Murphy, NBC news, 6 May 2025
  • Two ornate brooches from Tiffany & Co. clipped to the belt added a touch of sparkle.
    Brittany Talarico, People.com, 6 May 2025
  • The nose is rich with maple and honey, as well as just a touch of oak.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2023
  • The finish is crisp and clean, with a touch of sweetness.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
  • That is what, for Miyazaki, lends care a touch of grace.
    Moeko Fujii, The New Yorker, 2 May 2024
  • The finish is long, smooth, and slightly dry with a touch of spice.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Each leather flower on the dress had been cut and sewn by hand, adding a touch of artistry.
    Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2024
  • The icing was sweet but not cloying, with a touch of lemon.
    Kimberly Cataudella Tutuska, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024
  • Well, the Germans like a touch of oversteer, and that's no old wives' tale.
    Larry Griffin, Car and Driver, 15 Mar. 2023
  • Or, slip the leather cover off for an all-brass look to bring a touch of glam to your kitchen.
    Addie Morton, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2024
  • Kitchen The island brings in a touch of beachiness thanks to the pale blue hue.
    Stefanie Waldek, House Beautiful, 7 June 2023
  • The nose features aromas of apricot, brioche, and a touch of lemon juice.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • This whimsical lamp will add a touch of cheer to any desk.
    Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 2 Aug. 2024
  • To complement her look, Blue wore her hair in braids and a touch of gloss on her lips.
    Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2024
  • Very physical with a touch of speed (5.01) for his size.
    Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2024
  • Put a clip-on earring on the bottom of your veil to prevent this — and add a touch of sparkle at the same time.
    Paige Stables, Allure, 30 Mar. 2023
  • 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
  • Menashe credits the texture to his use of two starters, milk, a touch of honey and three kinds of flour.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2024
  • This lightweight, silky-feel quilt adds a touch of Y2K style to your bedroom.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
  • The chunky buckle offers a touch of fun, and the deep heel cup really hugs the whole foot.
    Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2024
  • My younger son woke up at 3 a.m. with a touch of restlessness.
    Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Coated with a mixture of fennel seeds, parsley, black pepper, and a touch of brown sugar, the fish is broiled until cooked through but still moist.
    Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Items such as candle sconces and decorative milagros add a touch of sparkle and enhance the mood.
    Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Superb clam pie awaited us, with freshly shucked bivalves, tons of garlic, and a touch of parsley and chile flakes.
    Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Your team looks sublime, indomitable even, a touch of the divine.
    Megan Feringa, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Having one fragrance in both their home and vehicle brings cohesion and a touch of luxury to the everyday.
    Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 4 Feb. 2026

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