Going Cold Turkey
Definition: Abrupt withdrawal from habitual activities, usually involving some form of addiction.
Related & Similar Terms:
- Kick the habit: To stop an addictive habit or routine.
- Quit cold turkey: Similar phrase emphasizing the abruptness and difficulty of giving up something.
- Abstain: To voluntarily choose not to engage in a particular activity or consumption.
- Detox: The process of removing toxins from the body, often linked with quitting substances or habits.
Synonyms:
- Suddenly stop
- Cease abruptly
- Immediate termination
Antonyms:
- Gradually withdraw
- Wean off
- Cut down slowly
Humor-filled Quotes:
- “Quitting fasting was the hardest thing I’ve ever done—mostly because I’d never started.” —Pre-dawn Peters
Proverbs and Expressions:
“Old habits die hard.” — because changing a habitual activity is, indeed, a Herculean task.
“If you chase two rabbits, you will not catch either one.” — highlighting the necessity to focus on a singular, unwavering goal like quitting a habit.
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies:
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Books:
- “The Easy Way to Stop Smoking” by Allen Carr
- “Atomic Habits” by James Clear
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Movies:
- 28 Days (2000) – A look at the struggles and sacrifices involved in rehabilitation.
- Trainspotting (1996) - Depicts the brutal reality of addiction and trying to quit.
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Songs:
- “Rehab” by Amy Winehouse – Lyrics that capture the essence of withdrawal.
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Poetry:
- “Habitual Release” by Veronica Triggeriver - A collection about breaking free from repetitive behaviors.
### Which of these is a real idiom?
- [x] Going cold turkey
- [ ] Ruffling turtle feathers
- [ ] Talking frozen peas
- [ ] Dancing with icy feathers
> **Explanation:** "Going cold turkey" is the real idiom. The others are a bit... chilly and bizarre!
### Which phrase means quitting abruptly?
- [ ] Melting the ice house
- [x] Going cold turkey
- [ ] Snuggling up with chili
- [ ] Silent as a mouse
> **Explanation:** "Going cold turkey" refers to abruptly quitting an activity or substance. The others — imaginative, but not idiomatic.
### True or False: 'Going cold turkey' can refer to any abrupt withdrawal
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** True, the term can be used beyond substance addiction, such as stopping a habit or behavior abruptly.
Inspirational Note: Remember, life’s greatest growth often comes from those chilly moments of swift change. When you find yourself going cold turkey, know that you’re transforming into a stronger version of yourself. Courage is the foundation, perseverance the path.
Inspiringly,
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