Sekirov Dictionary

take the edge off

verb2

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To diminish the effects of (something unpleasant or severe); to dull.
- Allen Gregory DeLongpre: You know what? Let's forget all the mishegoss and try to enjoy our lunch, huh? Take the edge off. — 2011
To relax or unwind (by consuming alcohol or other psychoactive substances).

forms

took the edge off · taken the edge off · taking the edge off · takes the edge off

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