Question:
Do these mean the same?
In the United States , systems of proportional representation are uncommon , especially above the local level , and are entirely absent at the national level .
In the United States , systems of proportional representation , especially above the local level , are unusual and are completely absent at the national level .
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[yes]

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Do these mean the same?
Although it was never played in the series , elements of the gameplay for the Powerball , Whiplash and Earthquake events have been used .
Although it has never been used in the series , elements of the gameplay for the Powerball , Whiplash and Earthquake events were played .
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[no]

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Do these mean the same?
Hill went and wrote some paragraphs about the idea then he and Giler wrote a full script .
Giler wrote some paragraphs about the idea and then he and Hill went out and wrote a full script .
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[no]

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Do these mean the same?
The specification is a method of describing teaching strategies ( educational models ) and pedagogical goals .
The specification is a method for describing teaching strategies ( pedagogical models ) and educational goals .
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[no]