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.
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With a touch of stereotyping about Japanese prowess, Mr. Goujon first assigned Mr. Kobayashi to the fish station, instructing him with gestures and cookbook illustrations.
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Kiuko Notoya, New York Times, 15 May 2024
In this case, apricot preserves bring a touch of fruity sweetness to the five-ingredient slow cooker ribs.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024
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Kiuko Notoya, New York Times, 15 May 2024
In this case, apricot preserves bring a touch of fruity sweetness to the five-ingredient slow cooker ribs.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for a touch of
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“A touch of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20touch%20of. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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