Sentence examples for touch of self from inspiring English sources

The term has gained currency, spawning Web sites and blogs because it inspires both irony and self-recognition and perhaps a touch of self loathing.

There is also a touch of self-interest here.

"Government, we don't need you," he said, with just a touch of self-righteousness.

But a carnivalesque evening would be better for a touch of self-restraint.

The most famous cute-animal Web sites are presented with a touch of self-mockery.

"Yes he can," one aide said, with a touch of self-parody.

Of course there's a touch of self-congratulation to the phrase "otherwhere in song".

Axelrod was happiest, however, away from the spotlight, acknowledging his accomplishments with modesty and even a touch of self-deprecation.

That touch of self-consciousness might just prevent Sloan from turning into the band it sings about.

Anyway," – the touch of self-deprecation – "I'm sure nobody listens to Top Gear or the Sunday shows now".

Versace has always been a brand that speaks loudly with gaudiness and even a touch of self-parody — it's camp without even trying.