Encountering a word that contradicts its own meaning can be a challenge to understanding. Nevertheless, such words exist, and are called contronyms, and their opposite meaning depends on the context of the sentence. On the other hand, many of them are well known and commonly used in both ways. How this works in practice will be found in this article.
Overlook: To supervise, or to neglect
Trim: To add or to remove
Variety: A particular type, or many types
Custom: Collective habits, or specially prepared for an individual
Dust: To add (sprinkle sugar) or to remove from (to wipe dust from furniture)
Throw out: To dispose of, or to present for consideration
Out: Visible or invisible
Trip: Journey or stumble
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