Problem: Word: keep

Sentence 1: Keep open the possibility of a merger.

Sentence 2: Keep my seat, please.

Same meaning? OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning
A: the same meaning


Question: This question has options. Does the word "ensure" have the same definition in the next 2 sentences?

This nest egg will ensure a nice retirement for us.

The circumstances ensured a good outcome for him.

OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning
Answer: the same meaning


Question: "skinful" used in the same way in the following two sentences?

I wasn't thinking straight -- I'd had a skinful that night.

Someone had to drive me home last night because I had a skinful.

OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning
Answer: the same meaning


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

The check will clear within 2 business days.

Clear the leaves from the lawn.

OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning

A: different meanings


Question: Here is one sentence: She has a thing about him.
Here is another sentence: He has a thing about seafood.
Does the thing mean the same thing in the two sentences?
OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning

Answer: the same meaning


Question: Here is one sentence: Make merry.
Here is another sentence: She makes like an actress.
Does the make mean the same thing in the two sentences?
OPTIONS:
- different meanings
- the same meaning

Answer:
different meanings