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That's just a touch high

🇬🇧 UK //ðæts dʒʌst ə tʌʧ haɪ// 🇺🇸 US //ðæts dʒʌst ə tʌʧ haɪ//

Meaning of That's just a touch high

Indicates that something is slightly higher than what is acceptable or desired.

In simple words: It's a little too high.

That's just a touch high in a sentence

• The price for the concert ticket is just a touch high for my budget.
• Your estimate seems just a touch high; can we lower it a bit?
• The volume of the music is just a touch high; could you turn it down?

How to use That's just a touch high

Used in casual conversations, this phrase can describe something that is slightly above the desired level or point. It's not suitable for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone statement

Memory hint

Imagine a hand just barely reaching the top shelf, saying it's 'just a touch high'.

Related words

Collocations with That's just a touch high

• just a touch high
• feel a touch high
• seem a touch high
• set a touch high
• priced a touch high

Synonyms for That's just a touch high

• a little too high
• slightly excessive
• marginally elevated
• a tad above target
• just over

Common mistakes with That's just a touch high

• Using in formal situations where it's too casual.
• Confusing with 'a bit too high' which sounds more casual.
• Omitting 'just' makes it sound less polite.

Frequently asked questions about "That's just a touch high"

What does "That's just a touch high" mean?

It's a little too high.

What is the definition of "That's just a touch high"?

Indicates that something is slightly higher than what is acceptable or desired.

How do you use "That's just a touch high" in a sentence?

The price for the concert ticket is just a touch high for my budget.

Can you give another example of "That's just a touch high"?

Your estimate seems just a touch high; can we lower it a bit?

What are synonyms for "That's just a touch high"?

Common alternatives include a little too high, slightly excessive, marginally elevated, a tad above target, just over.

What words go with "That's just a touch high"?

It commonly pairs with just a touch high, feel a touch high, seem a touch high, set a touch high, priced a touch high.

What are common mistakes when using "That's just a touch high"?

Using in formal situations where it's too casual. Confusing with 'a bit too high' which sounds more casual. Omitting 'just' makes it sound less polite.

How do you pronounce "That's just a touch high"?

US: //ðæts dʒʌst ə tʌʧ haɪ//, UK: //ðæts dʒʌst ə tʌʧ haɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is "That's just a touch high" formal or informal?

"That's just a touch high" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use "That's just a touch high"?

Used in casual conversations, this phrase can describe something that is slightly above the desired level or point. It's not suitable for formal contexts.