Q: Does the word "tea" mean the same thing in "The store shelves held many different kinds of tea." and "Would you be a dear and get me a cup of tea, please?"?

A: the same meaning

Q: Does the word "brush" mean the same thing in "I had a brush with danger on my way to work." and "He tried to avoid any brushes with the police."?

A: the same meaning

Q: Does the word "give" mean the same thing in "Can I give you the children for the weekend?" and "Give a yelp."?

A: different meanings

Q: Does the word "make" mean the same thing in "To make like a deer caught in the headlights." and "He will make a splendid father!"?

A:
different meanings