Q: Does the word "entreaty" mean the same thing in "We need an entreaty to stop the hostilities." and "An entreaty to stop the fighting."?

A: the same meaning

Q: Does the word "stay" mean the same thing in "Stay alone." and "Stay put in the corner here!"?

A: different meanings

Q: Does the word "place" mean the same thing in "He lost his place on the page." and "Grosvenor Place."?

A: different meanings

Q: Does the word "basket" mean the same thing in "The point guard drove toward the basket." and "Let's play some basket."?

A:
the same meaning