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

Holly Madison shut down the red carpet, arriving in a stunning partially backless gown, as did Bravo's Dr. Heavenly Kimes and her husband, Dr. Damon Kimes, who added a touch of reality TV glamour. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025

The magnetic holder conveniently keeps pins organized and easily accessible during sewing projects, while the pin cushion adds a touch of charm. —Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 22 Mar. 2025

Simply ask your nail tech for medium almond extensions, ombre consisting of nude and milky white, and a touch of chrome. —Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 18 Mar. 2025

Sabalenka was predictably gracious and humorous during the trophy presentation with a touch of playful vengeance thrown in. —Tim Ellis, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025

Rhymes for a touch of

• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove
• hereinabove