Same meaning?
The dolls she created in Spain were dramatically different than those in New York .
The dolls she created in Spain were dramatically different from those in New York .

Answer: yes

Same meaning?
After the departure of Richie Towell in December 2015 , Finn was played in a more advanced position .
Following the departure of Finn in December 2015 , Richie Towell was played in a more advanced position .

Answer: no

Same meaning?
Recker retained the grocery store , and Portner focused on expanding the brewery .
Portner kept the grocery store and Recker focused on expanding the brewery .

Answer: no

Same meaning?
Danielle , Nadine and Mark have visible their pictures in the school case .
Mark , Nadine , and Danielle have their pictures visible in the school display case .

Answer:
yes