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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Naomi Osaka brought a touch of flower power to her 2025 Australian Open tennis kit on Monday in Melbourne, Australia.
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Julia Teti, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025
Taking cues from the kitchen, a touch of salt adds body and texture while also enhancing other flavors in the drink.
—Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appétit, 9 Jan. 2025
The wine has aromatics of spring flowers, black currants, forest floor and a touch of chocolate which are typical of the region.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
The nose features aromas of apricot, brioche, and a touch of lemon juice.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Julia Teti, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025
Taking cues from the kitchen, a touch of salt adds body and texture while also enhancing other flavors in the drink.
—Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appétit, 9 Jan. 2025
The wine has aromatics of spring flowers, black currants, forest floor and a touch of chocolate which are typical of the region.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
The nose features aromas of apricot, brioche, and a touch of lemon juice.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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“A touch of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20touch%20of. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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