Multiple choice general knowledge

What is common for the words : fast , clip, sanction ?

  1. They are self antonyms.

  2. These words are available only in American English.

  3. These words does not have synonyms.

  4. None of these
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Explanation

Fast, clip, and sanction are all auto-antonyms (also called contronyms or Janus words) - words that are their own antonyms with opposite meanings. Fast means both 'moving quickly' and 'fixed/firm' (as in 'stuck fast'). Clip can mean 'to attach' (clip papers together) or 'to cut off' (clip hair). Sanction can mean 'to approve' or 'to penalize' - giving contradictory meanings depending on context.

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