Oxymorons

Some of the phrases below are used so frequently, we forget that they are a figure of speech. (The use of these verbs/adjectives make it seem like the contrary is always true! As though, if it weren't mentioned, we would assume otherwise.)

Honest politicians A diet that works
Pretty ugly Forward retreat 
Same difference Resident alien
Open secret (or known secret)
Controlled chaos Nondairy creamer
Government organization 
Military intelligence 
Drink responsibly 
Stripper's dressing room 
Fun run 
Happily married 
Honest crook 
Mercy killing
Business ethics 
Postal service 
Expect the unexpected
Meaniful nonsense
War on terrorism 
Jumbo shrimp (courtesy Alena)