edge off
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“That’s not the only reason, but that sort of took the edge off the sharp shock we’ve seen on the prices.”
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 17, 2026
Smith was given a life on 15 when keeper Mohammad Rizwan completely missed an edge off Ali.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
In Britain, which has seen four prime ministers in as many years, the familiar taste of anchovies blended with butter and peppers helps take the edge off.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 1, 2026
Roughly four years ago, some states paused their gas taxes to try taking the edge off spiking gas prices after Russia invaded Ukraine.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 23, 2026
I say, leaning over and rasping the edge off a huge toenail.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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