Question: Here is one sentence: He designed a new piece of equipment.
Here is another sentence: She bought a lovely piece of china.
Does the piece mean the same thing in the two sentences?

Answer: the same meaning


Question: Here is one sentence: His sour breath offended her.
Here is another sentence: The child's breath came quickly and unevenly.
Does the breath mean the same thing in the two sentences?

Answer: different meanings


Question: Here is one sentence: This speech didn't play well with the American public.
Here is another sentence: His remarks played to the suspicions of the committee.
Does the play mean the same thing in the two sentences?

Answer: the same meaning


Question: Here is one sentence: The check will clear within 2 business days.
Here is another sentence: The sky cleared after the storm.
Does the clear mean the same thing in the two sentences?

Answer:
different meanings