cold turkey

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1.
USUKGeneralinformalcolloquial
- The abrupt and complete cessation of a habit, especially of an addictive substance or behavior, without gradual reduction or medical tapering.
2.
Generalneutral
- The physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms that result from suddenly stopping the use of an addictive substance or habit.
3.
Generalinformalcolloquial
- Done suddenly, bluntly, or without preparation; outright and immediate.

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