take the edge off
US /teɪk ðɪ ɛdʒ ɔf/
UK /teɪk ðɪ ɛdʒ ɔf/
1.
緩解, 減輕
to make something less intense, severe, or unpleasant
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A warm bath can help take the edge off a stressful day.
泡個熱水澡可以幫助緩解一天的壓力。
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He had a drink to take the edge off his nerves before the presentation.
他在演講前喝了一杯酒，以緩解緊張情緒。