How to Use a touch of in a Sentence

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  • It’s crafted with wood and has spindle-style armrests and front legs that can add a touch of elegance to any room.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024
  • By contrast, a Champagne with a touch of residual sugar tends to pair more favorably with milder meals.
    Victoria M. Walker, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2024
  • Medium-full, there is good richness on the palate, nice complexity, good acidity and persistence; the finish displays a touch of earthiness.
    Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
  • Not to be outdone, the other characters also have a touch of red, including the Penguin’s bowtie and the Gingerbread Man’s heart.
    Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
  • Onions add just a touch of spice and a whole lot of crunch.
    Christopher Michel, Country Living, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Salt: Just a touch of salt balances the sweetness of the pie.
    Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2023
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • My younger son woke up at 3 a.m. with a touch of restlessness.
    Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Mar. 2024
  • The single, which took more than 40 years to complete, had a touch of magic about it.
    Lars Brandle, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2023
  • The lace trim on the straps adds a touch of flair, while the padded design ensures ample support.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2024
  • It’s got an old-fashioned grace to it, a touch of Bogie and Bacall.
    Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 2 July 2024
  • The stick is available in two colors, clear (Baseline) or with a touch of pink (Rush).
    Rachael Schultz, Health, 12 Apr. 2023
  • Brown leather accents on the custom bedframes add a touch of warmth.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 10 May 2023
  • The James Elko Knife features a touch of class, but won’t look out of place in a blue collar setting.
    The Editors, Field & Stream, 24 May 2023
  • Think: the drop sleeves, distinct ribbing at the neck, cuffs, and hem, and of course, the blue stripe details on the arm for a touch of prep-factor.
    Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 19 Aug. 2023
  • This shoe is perfect for adding a touch of Japanese style to any look.
    Riana Singh, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2023
  • And yet, there’s still a touch of the theatrical to the biopic, which plays out mostly in conference rooms.
    Vulture, 3 Nov. 2023

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