Problem: Wwo sentences:
The women then had follow-up examinations after five , 12 and 24 years .
The women had follow-up examinations in 1974-75 , 1980-81 and 1992-93 , but were not asked about stress again .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: no

Problem: Wwo sentences:
The appeals court hearing comes at a sensitive time for Microsoft .
The appeals court has generally proved a favorable venue for Microsoft .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: no

Problem: Wwo sentences:
After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as his spiritual adviser spoke to him .
After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as the prison chaplain spoke in his ear .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: yes

Problem: Wwo sentences:
Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through .
Since then , Texas Gov. Rick Perry has called two special sessions trying to push the measure through .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer:
yes