What Does It Mean to go Cold Turkey?

  

Go Cold Turkey (20th Century):

• History: This idiom is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, possibly referencing the physical discomfort experienced during tobacco withdrawal.
• Original Meaning: To abruptly stop an addictive habit.
• Example (Original Meaning): "He decided to go cold turkey on caffeine and started feeling headaches for a few days."
• Modern Interpretation: The idiom can now be used more broadly to describe abruptly stopping any activity or habit.
• Example (Modern Interpretation): "After the disappointing results, the company decided to go cold turkey on their new marketing strategy."