Q: Does "get" have the same meaning in the following two sentences?

The operator couldn't get Kobe because of the earthquake.

Let's get down to work now.

A: different meanings

Q: Does "opinion" have the same meaning in the following two sentences?

Every man is a fool in some man's opinion.

His opinions appeared frequently on the editorial page.

A: different meanings

Q: Does "beat" have the same meaning in the following two sentences?

Beat one's foot rhythmically.

I beat the traffic.

A:
different meanings