take the edge off

US /teɪk ðɪ ɛdʒ ɔf/
UK /teɪk ðɪ ɛdʒ ɔf/
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缓解, 减轻

to make something less intense, severe, or unpleasant

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A warm bath can help take the edge off a stressful day.
泡个热水澡可以帮助缓解一天的压力。
He had a drink to take the edge off his nerves before the presentation.
他在演讲前喝了一杯酒,以缓解紧张情绪。