Take the edge off, in a way (4)

I believe the answer is:

sand

(Other definitions for sand that I've seen before include "Result of rock erosion" , "It's used in glass-making" , "Polish" , "Desert grit" , "Shore grains" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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