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Dictionary of Idioms/Phrasal Verbs

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cold turkey

1. the sudden stopping of any habit; without preparation; suddenly and completely

1. I kicked the TV habit cold turkey. I took five books out of the library and covered my set with a blanket.

2. She decided to stop drinking coffee and quit cold turkey.

3. A new player who started the season cold turkey

4. I made you quit cold turkey.

5. I would advise you to go cold turkey.

2. a cold aloof person

1. My new boss is a cold turkey and definitely not one for chitchat.

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