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Do these mean the same?
The Turks , Tibetans , Muslim Arabs and the Tang competed for control over Central Asia until the collapse of the Tang in the 10th century .
The Turks , Tibetans , Muslim Arabs , and the Tang competed for control of Central Asia until the tang ' s collapse in the 10th century .
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[yes]

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Following the Allied victory in May 1945 , the Soviets occupied Central and Western Europe , while strong US remained American and Western allies in Eastern Europe .
Following the Allies ' May 1945 victory , the Soviets effectively occupied Central and Eastern Europe , while strong US and Western allied forces remained in Western Europe .
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[no]

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Charlevoix County is located in southern Antrim County and is bordered to the south and west by South Arm Township .
Charlevoix County is located in southern Antrim County and is bordered by South Arm Township to the south and west .
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[yes]

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Also for Avatamsaka , the historic Buddha Sakyamuni is simply a magical emanation of the cosmic Buddha Vairocana .
Also , for the Avatamsaka , the historical Buddha Sakyamuni is simply a cosmic emanation of the magical Buddha Vairocana .
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[no]