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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The Skims founder skipped a full eye and lip in favor of simple, neutral tones for a no-makeup makeup look, with a pinkish-peach blush on the apples of her cheeks and just a touch of matte peach on her lips, plus a fluttery, long lash.
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Kara Nesvig, Allure, 7 May 2024
The sleek design, crafted from recycled materials, adds a touch of modern charm to any space.
—Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 6 May 2024
That chocolate continues onto the palate, but evolves into more intense dark cocoa along with notes of caramel cake, blackberry, molasses, candied orange, with some black pepper spice, cinnamon Red Hots, and a touch of menthol on the finish.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 May 2024
The result is a contemporary boutique property with a touch of nostalgia, nodding to a time when the mansion halls still hosted fanciful dinner parties and soirees.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 2 May 2024
That is what, for Miyazaki, lends care a touch of grace.
—Moeko Fujii, The New Yorker, 2 May 2024
Suavecito also adds a touch of unfermented agave nectar to take the bite off the spirit, inspired by Dr. Luis Ramirez, who helped the Fosses establish their farm and enlightened them to agave nectar.
—Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 1 May 2024
This series is particularly noted for its fine craftsmanship and classic wood frame design, which adds a touch of elegance to any home while offering the high performance of modern energy standards.
—Sara Kendall, Miami Herald, 1 May 2024
Whether you’re glued to your gaming console, engrossed in a meditation session, or simply want to add a touch of comfort to your travels, the BetterBack Luxe has your back (literally).
—Stack Commerce, Popular Science, 1 May 2024
Kara Nesvig, Allure, 7 May 2024
The sleek design, crafted from recycled materials, adds a touch of modern charm to any space.
—Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 6 May 2024
That chocolate continues onto the palate, but evolves into more intense dark cocoa along with notes of caramel cake, blackberry, molasses, candied orange, with some black pepper spice, cinnamon Red Hots, and a touch of menthol on the finish.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 May 2024
The result is a contemporary boutique property with a touch of nostalgia, nodding to a time when the mansion halls still hosted fanciful dinner parties and soirees.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 2 May 2024
That is what, for Miyazaki, lends care a touch of grace.
—Moeko Fujii, The New Yorker, 2 May 2024
Suavecito also adds a touch of unfermented agave nectar to take the bite off the spirit, inspired by Dr. Luis Ramirez, who helped the Fosses establish their farm and enlightened them to agave nectar.
—Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 1 May 2024
This series is particularly noted for its fine craftsmanship and classic wood frame design, which adds a touch of elegance to any home while offering the high performance of modern energy standards.
—Sara Kendall, Miami Herald, 1 May 2024
Whether you’re glued to your gaming console, engrossed in a meditation session, or simply want to add a touch of comfort to your travels, the BetterBack Luxe has your back (literally).
—Stack Commerce, Popular Science, 1 May 2024
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“A touch of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20touch%20of. Accessed 10 May. 2024.
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