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

The wine has a nutty flavor and a pleasant finish.

Excitement grew as the finish neared.

OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning

A: different meanings

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

I felt the same way.

That's the way it is.

OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning

A: the same meaning

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

A ball of fire.

A ball of twine.

OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning

A:
the same meaning