Do the following sentences say the same thing?
this further aggravated the situation.
north korea should not act further to aggravate the situation.

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Do the following sentences say the same thing?
China stocks close mixed Friday
Chinese stocks close higher midday Friday

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Do the following sentences say the same thing?
putin stated that the russian government could withdraw from the treaty altogether if western nations refuse to ratify the amended treaty.
putin stated that russia could discard the treaty entirely if western nations refuse to ratify its amended version.

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Do the following sentences say the same thing?
Two girls are sitting in front of a statue.
Two blonde girls are sitting next to a statue
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