Question: Sentence 1: A novel application of electronics to medical diagnosis.
Sentence 2: December 31 is the deadline for applications.
Does application mean the same thing in these two sentences?
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Answer: different meanings

Question: Sentence 1: The architect left space in front of the building.
Sentence 2: They stopped at an open space in the jungle.
Does space mean the same thing in these two sentences?
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Answer: the same meaning

Question: Sentence 1: He hit a home run.
Sentence 2: He hit .300 in the past season.
Does hit mean the same thing in these two sentences?
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Answer:
the same meaning