TAKE THE EDGE OFF


Meaning of TAKE THE EDGE OFF in English

v. phr. To lessen, weaken, soften or make dull. Eating a candy bar before dinner has taken the edge off Becky's appetite. Bob was sorry for hurting Tom and that took the edge off Tom's anger. A headache took the edge off Dick's pleasure in the movie.

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