take the edge off

Verb

 * 1) To diminish the effects of (something unpleasant or severe); to dull.
 * 2) * 2011 , "Pilot" (season 1, episode 1):
 * Allen Gregory DeLongpre: You know what? Let's forget all the mishegoss and try to enjoy our lunch, huh? Take the edge off.
 * 1) To relax or unwind (by consuming alcohol or other psychoactive substances).
 * 1) To relax or unwind (by consuming alcohol or other psychoactive substances).