take the edge
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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
A decline in inflation expectations tends to be associated with the possibility of a weaker economy, which would theoretically take the edge off price pressures.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 17, 2025
The captain bowled with good pace of his own to take the edge of Nair and Root took a sensational one-handed grab to break the fielding record of India great Rahul Dravid.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2025
To come in and just, like you said, take the edge off and get to laugh a little bit.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 5, 2025
“Well, thank you for the scone. I’m sure this will take the edge off my hunger.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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