take the edge off
Example Sentences
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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
While some Angelenos fill their stomachs to calm their nerves, proponents of the “Emotional Freedom Technique” take the edge off by executing a series of esoteric stress-relief exercises.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2024
A couple of days before the 24th, not knowing what might happen of course, I asked my friend to take a picture of me with the decorations - to take the edge off.
From BBC • Feb. 22, 2023
“Not funny,” said Constance, but the joke did take the edge off her fury, and she said no more.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
