Q: Does the word "inclination" mean the same thing in "The alkaline inclination of the local waters." and "Her inclination is for classical music."?

A: different meanings

Q: Does the word "take" mean the same thing in "Take an opportunity." and "The escaped convict took to the hills."?

A: different meanings

Q: Does the word "play" mean the same thing in "Play water from a hose." and "The fountains played all day."?

A: the same meaning

Q: Does the word "drop" mean the same thing in "A drop of each sample was analyzed." and "There is not a drop of pity in that man."?

A:
the same meaning