Q: Sentence (1) He used pliers to work the wire into shape.
Sentence (2) The salesman works the Midwest.. Word: work.
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A: different meanings

Q: Sentence (1) Can you connect the two loudspeakers?
Sentence (2) Herman connected the computers.. Word: connect.
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A: the same meaning

Q: Sentence (1) We were just waiting for someone to take the lead.
Sentence (2) They didn't follow our lead.. Word: lead.
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A:
the same meaning