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But there is no withdrawal, but with tobacco there is terrible withdrawal, it is almost impossible for a lot of people. I did , I went cold turkey, they never had any patches in those days but grass was not difficult, alcohol not difficult, but tobacco - oh my god.
Larry Hagman

Meaning of "cold turkey" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF COLD TURKEY

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF COLD TURKEY

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Cold turkey is a noun.
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WHAT DOES COLD TURKEY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Cold turkey

"Cold turkey" describes the actions of a person who abruptly gives up a habit or addiction rather than gradually easing the process through gradual reduction or by using replacement medication. The supposed advantage is that by not actively using supplemental methods, the person avoids thinking about the habit and its temptation, and avoids further feeding the chemical addiction. The supposed disadvantages related to the abuse of drugs such as alcohol and benzodiazepines are unbearable withdrawal symptoms from the total absence, which may cause tremendous stress on the heart and blood vessels. Heroin withdrawal shares many of these same symptoms, although deaths only occur in 'rapid-detox' treatments alongside other administered medications, such as Naltrexone or Naloxone. Sudden withdrawal from drugs such as alcohol, benzodiazepines and barbiturates can be extremely dangerous, leading to potentially fatal seizures. In long-term alcoholics, going cold turkey can cause life-threatening delirium tremens and thus is not an appropriate method for breaking an alcohol addiction.

Definition of cold turkey in the English dictionary

The definition of cold turkey in the dictionary is a method of curing drug addiction by abrupt withdrawal of all doses. Other definition of cold turkey is the withdrawal symptoms, esp nausea and shivering, brought on by this method.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE COLD TURKEY

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WORDS THAT END LIKE COLD TURKEY

brush turkey
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Synonyms and antonyms of cold turkey in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «cold turkey» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF COLD TURKEY

Find out the translation of cold turkey to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of cold turkey from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «cold turkey» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

冷火鸡
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

pavo frío
570 millions of speakers

English

cold turkey
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

ठंड टर्की
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تركيا الباردة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

холодной индейки
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

peru frio
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ঠান্ডা তুরস্ক
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

dinde froide
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

ayam belanda yang beku
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

cold turkey
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

冷たい七面鳥
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

차가운 칠면조
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Turkey cold
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

gà tây lạnh
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

குளிர் வான்கோழி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

थंड टर्की
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

soğuk hindi
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

tacchino freddo
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

indyka na zimno
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

холодної індички
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

curcan rece
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κρύα Τουρκία
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

koue kalkoen
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

cold turkey
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

cold turkey
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of cold turkey

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The term «cold turkey» is regularly used and occupies the 66.791 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about cold turkey

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QUOTES WITH «COLD TURKEY»

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Larry Hagman
But there is no withdrawal, but with tobacco there is terrible withdrawal, it is almost impossible for a lot of people. I did , I went cold turkey, they never had any patches in those days but grass was not difficult, alcohol not difficult, but tobacco - oh my god.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «COLD TURKEY»

Discover the use of cold turkey in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to cold turkey and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Would Cold Turkey Work in Turkey?
Persistently high inflation rates have led many to believe that inflation in Turkey has become inertial, posing an obstacle to disinflation.
Gaston Gelos, Oya Celasun, Alessandro Prati, 2003
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Screw It,Go Ahead: And Quit Cold Turkey
"Face the fact and make a decision" is what this book is all about.
Jennifer Mairo Akporehe, 2011
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Cold Turkey
An Ellora's Cave Romantica Publication www.ellorascave.com Cold Turkey ISBN #1-4199-0775-1 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Cold Turkey Copyright© 2006 Janice Bennett Edited by Helen Woodall. Cover art by Elphaba. Electronic book ...
Janice Bennett, 2006
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Cold Turkey at Nine: The Memoir of a Problem Child
Early praise for Cold Turkey at Nine: The Memoir ofa Problem Child Russell's memoir is warm, wise, cautionary, and thrilling—all at once. Like Angela's Ashes it is a loving, clear-eyed and heartfelt narrative ofthe poetry of real life—what he ...
Earl B. Russell, 2013
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Dr. Judy's Habit Breakers - Stop Smoking Plan: Cold Turkey ...
In Dr. Judy's Habit Breakers Stop Smoking Plan, she provides a plan and the tools to help you quit smoking and stay smoke-free.
Judy Rosenberg, 2012
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Inflation: Causes and Effects
Two basic approaches have been suggested to stop inflation through restrictive demand management policy. The first, sometimes called the "big bang" or "cold turkey" technique, would instantly drop adjusted nominal demand growth to zero,  ...
Robert E. Hall, 2009
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Heroin and Your Veins: The Incredibly Disgusting Story
Many addicts in treatment take a drug called methadone to help them kick their heroin habit. Addicts who don't use methadone go "cold turkey," meaning that they completely stop taking heroin. Going cold turkey is really, really difficult because ...
Allan B. Cobb, 2000
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The Cure for Smoking: How the Universal Laws of Attraction ...
How the Universal Laws of Attraction Made Quitting Cold Turkey Easy! Michael Lally. Introduction I have in the last twenty years lost over ninety pounds in six months; I quit drinking almost ten years ago, and I quit smoking and drinking coffee ...
Michael Lally, 2009
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The Cold Turkey Chronicles: Quit quitting and just quit smoking
“Before you read this short book, you must ask yourself if you really want to quit smoking.
A.O. Comerford, 2014
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Quitting Smoking for Life
Do not discount going 'cold turkey'. Many people who have tried this more direct way can testify to remaining quit over many years. Cold turkey statistics are compelling. Large numbers of people have quit smoking by this old but reliable ...
Wendy Beckett, 2004

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «COLD TURKEY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term cold turkey is used in the context of the following news items.
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Here's How Much Quitting Smoking Can Save You on Life Insurance
Going cold turkey for one year can still deliver major savings on life insurance. On average, the smokers rates for men and women are $2,025 ... «Money, Jul 15»
2
Why the documentary 'Cartel Land' plays like a real life action drama
After years and years of drug and alcohol use, he one day got in this horrific car accident and decided to go cold turkey on everything. I think he ... «89.3 KPCC, Jul 15»
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Epidemic: Heroin Use Skyrocketing In The U.S., CDC Says
Heroin withdrawal or “cold turkey” can range from acute to chronic. Symptoms include anxiety, severe muscle aches, sweating, depression, ... «The Inquisitr, Jul 15»
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More Evidence Cocaine Hastens HIV Infection And Progression
There's not much an HIV-positive cocaine addict can do to counter the drug's influence -- beyond going cold turkey. But one day there could be ... «Inside Science News Service, Jul 15»
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Crist named Wilson boys basketball coach
"It's something I don't want to give up 'cold turkey,'" he said. "I'm going to lean on my jayvee coaches to help prepare for the season. Then, after ... «Staunton News Leader, Jul 15»
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How to break up with a friend
Conversely, conflict-averse types might be tempted to resort to radio silence. Cold turkey. Stop answering calls and texts. Hide when she drops ... «The Week Magazine, Jul 15»
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One Way to a Healthier Lifestyle Costs a Small Fortune, But Works …
You can take pills, exercise, diet, or go cold turkey to turn away from bad habits. But one doctor says that another solution to get a body back on ... «IJ Review, Jul 15»
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Kick Your Caffeine Habit in Just Five Easy Steps
Don't try to go cold turkey -- you're just asking for withdrawal symptoms to hit you hard. Instead, take it one step at a time. If you usually have ... «Huffington Post, Jul 15»
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Thrifty Jen: I spent a year learning to make do and mend
The family also went cold turkey on using baby wipes, which was easier said than done with two young children. Instead, Jen used flannels ... «Express.co.uk, Jul 15»
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Why it's time to kick your diet pop habit
Ditching your diet cola dependency gradually, rather than cold turkey, may be an easier adjustment and increase the odds of success. Cut out ... «The Globe and Mail, Jul 15»

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