Problem: Sentence1: The hunters found deer sign at the end of the trail.
Sentence2: He showed signs of strain.
Q: Does the term sign mean the same thing in both these sentences?

Answer: the same meaning

Problem: Sentence1: Can you count the books on your shelf?
Sentence2: There are three apples; count them.
Q: Does the term count mean the same thing in both these sentences?

Answer: the same meaning

Problem: Sentence1: The flock of birds took to the air.
Sentence2: Open a window and let in some air.
Q: Does the term air mean the same thing in both these sentences?

Answer: the same meaning

Problem: Sentence1: The fabric of our lives.
Sentence2: It is part of the fabric of society.
Q: Does the term fabric mean the same thing in both these sentences?

Answer:
the same meaning