Q: Does the word "stuff" mean the same thing in "You don't have the stuff to be a United States Marine." and "The trunk was full of stuff."?

A: different meanings

Q: Does the word "make" mean the same thing in "Make one's way into the forest." and "Make yourself clear."?

A: different meanings

Q: Does the word "place" mean the same thing in "A place in my heart." and "He comes from a place near Chicago."?

A: different meanings

Q: Does the word "work" mean the same thing in "I will work hard to improve my grades." and "John worked with Paul at finishing the task."?

A:
the same meaning