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Sentence 1: Wall Street analysts expect 2004 revenue of $ 28.15 billion . Sentence 2: Analysts ' average forecast was $ 4.02 per share on revenue of $ 25.56 billion . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Last year , the board raised rents by 2 percent on one-year renewals , 4 percent on two-year leases . Sentence 2: For lofts , the board proposed increases of 4 percent for one-year leases and 7 percent for two-year renewals . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . Sentence 2: The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: South Africa has the world 's highest caseload with 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS . Sentence 2: With 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS , South Africa has the world 's highest AIDS caseload . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Cordiant has been on the block since it lost the key Allied Domecq account in April . Sentence 2: Cordiant has been a target since it lost a crucial client , Allied Domeq , in April . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " The investigation appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition , " Activision said in an SEC filing . Sentence 2: According to the company filings , the investigation " appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition . " Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Justice Clarence Thomas , joined by fellow conservative Justice Antonin Scalia , dissented . Sentence 2: Justice Antonin Scalia , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Clarence Thomas dissented from the ruling . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: A Stage One alert is declared when ozone readings exceed 0.20 parts per million during a one-hour period . Sentence 2: A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The department told airlines " the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent . Sentence 2: Britain 's Department for Transport said ' ' the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent , ' ' and suspended flights after 6 p.m. EDT . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . Sentence 2: The American Soldier was first selected as Times Person of the Year during the Korean War in 1950 . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . Sentence 2: As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty for convictions . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The anguish was detectable in the voices of those of Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak on Monday . Sentence 2: The anguish could be heard in the voices of Mr Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Graham , a presidential candidate , was criticized by several Republicans as ' ' politicizing ' ' the report . Sentence 2: Graham , who co-chaired the inquiry , is a presidential candidate . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: " Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " Jon Sohn of Friends of the Earth said after the panel 's vote . Sentence 2: " Two Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " said Jon Sohn , international campaigner for Friends of the Earth . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Malaysia has launched an aggressive media campaign over its water dispute with Singapore . Sentence 2: MALAYSIA will launch a publicity campaign in local newspapers today giving its version of the water dispute with Singapore . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The Cavaliers won the right Thursday to select James in the June 26 draft . Sentence 2: The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Two Atlanta companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines Inc. and the Home Depot -- were mentioned as having excessive pay packages for its CEOs . Sentence 2: Two Atlanta-based companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines and Home Depot -- were also mentioned by witnesses as having excessive pay packages for CEOs . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The Republic of Korea was found to lead the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . Sentence 2: Not surprisingly , broadband nation Korea leads the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Mr Blair admitted in a newspaper article Mr Bush ’ s critics were “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . Sentence 2: The Prime Minister today admitted that critics are “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Intel Corp. unveiled Wednesday its next generation processor for cellular phones , personal digital assistants and other wireless devices . Sentence 2: Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos of Los Angeles , was quick to swipe at the testing procedure . Sentence 2: Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos , of Los Angeles , has contested the DNA evidence , saying it is unreliable . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The venture owns five oil refineries and more than 2,100 filling stations in Russia and Ukraine . Sentence 2: TNK-BP has six oil producing units , five refineries and 2,100 filling stations . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: The Belgian probe centred on allegations that certain cereals firms were tipped off about prices two hours before they were officially available . Sentence 2: He said the allegations were that certain cereals companies were tipped off to grain prices two hours before they were officially available . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: They said they also seized several items which might be linked to ritual killing , including an animal 's skull with a nail driven through it . Sentence 2: Among the evidence seized by detectives was an animal skull with a nail driven through its head , which may have been used in a " black magic " ceremony . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: It features a 4K color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sound with exchangeable Style-Up front panels . Sentence 2: The Z200 features a color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sounds . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Dealers said the yen was also undermined by falling Japanese interest rates . Sentence 2: Dealers said the dollar also drew some support due to falling Japanese interest rates . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The World Health Organization and the United States Centers for Disease Control sent down a team to look into it . Sentence 2: The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States have sent a team to investigate . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . Sentence 2: Both are in the cocoa-growing west of the world 's top producer in a region where fighting is complicated by the presence of Liberians on both sides . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: The Globe reported that Smiledge hasn 't spoken with his son , Joseph Druce , in eight years . Sentence 2: Smiledge said he hasn 't spoken with his son in eight years and wants nothing to do with him . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: SMILING bomber Amrozi was inspired to launch an attack on Bali after his former Australian boss revealed the tourist island was a haven for sinful behaviour by westerners . Sentence 2: BALI bomber Amrozi claims he was inspired to launch an attack on the tourist island after his Australian boss revealed Bali was a haven for sinful behaviour of Westerners . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass-produced , lowering the price per valve from 15 cents to 2 1 / 2 cents . Sentence 2: Mr. Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass produced , lowering the price per valve , to 2 1 / 2 cents from 15 cents . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Russia , along with France , China and others , advocate a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . Sentence 2: France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: SCC argued that Lexmark was trying to shield itself from competition by installing a chip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . Sentence 2: The company also argued that Lexmark was trying to squash competition by installing a microchip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman member of the men 's swim team jumped from the same 10th-floor ledge . Sentence 2: On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman from Dayton , Ohio , climbed over the same 10th-floor ledge and plunged to his death . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be completed by year 's end . Sentence 2: The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be complete during the final calendar quarter of 2003 . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Yesterday , two Japanese diplomats were killed in an apparent ambush near Tikrit , 175 kilometres north of the capital . Sentence 2: Two Japanese diplomats were also killed in an ambush near Tikrit , according to the Japanese Foreign Ministry . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . Sentence 2: " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Sadr said in a fiery sermon at Koufa mosque near Najaf . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " These are violent surgeries and I wanted to convey that , " Murphy says . Sentence 2: I mean , these are violent surgeries , and I wanted to properly convey that . " Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Under the 1973 Roe vs. Wade ruling , before a fetus could live outside the womb , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician . Sentence 2: Under the original Roe v. Wade ruling , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician before a fetus could live outside the womb . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring down the NYSE 's 27-member board , changing its composition and making it more accountable . Sentence 2: Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring the NYSE 's 27-member board and allotting more seats to investors outside the securities industry . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . Sentence 2: And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " I think we made some mistakes with this exam , and it 's up to us to identify and correct them , " Mills said . Sentence 2: Mills yesterday admitted , " We made some mistakes with this exam and it 's up to us to identify and correct them . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The Recording Industry Association of America says it plans to sue the song traders next month . Sentence 2: That is , if the Recording Industry Association of America has anything to say about it . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: And if estimates hold , it will mark the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . Sentence 2: It is also the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " But that does not clear them of the obligation to do everything possible to protect civilians , and that is not what we 're seeing . " Sentence 2: " But that does not clear them of the responsibility to do everything possible to minimize civilian harm . " Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: A total of 17 cases have been confirmed in the southern city of Basra , the Organization said . Sentence 2: A total of 17 confirmed cases of cholera were reported yesterday by the World Health Organisation in the southern Iraqi city of Basra . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: There is no transcript the courtroom session in Tarrytown , 12 miles north of New York on the Hudson River . Sentence 2: There was no transcript of Thursday 's courtroom session in Tarrytown , which is 12 miles north of New York City on the Hudson River . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: One of the latest shootings was at a car on Sunday on I-270 , Franklin County sheriff 's Chief Deputy Steve Martin said . Sentence 2: A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " he said during a press briefing at the hospital . Sentence 2: " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " said Goodrich , also director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Children 's Hospital at Montefiore . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Egyptologists cast doubt Tuesday on an expedition 's claim that it may have found the mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the best-known ancient Egyptians . Sentence 2: Egyptologists think they may have identified the long-sought mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the ancient world 's legendary beauties . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: IBM stock rose $ 1.75 , to $ 84.50 , on the New York Stock Exchange . Sentence 2: IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: He was arrested less than two kilometres from where he allegedly kidnapped her after brutally beating her mother and brother . Sentence 2: He was arrested less than 1km from where he allegedly kidnapped Jennette Tamayo after beating her mother and brother . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: His election was hailed in some quarters as a breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned in others as a violation of God 's word . Sentence 2: Robinson 's election was hailed in some quarters as a major breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned by others as a " rebellion against God 's created order . " Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply on the tribe 's sales activities . Sentence 2: Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply to any tribal activity . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Wyeth estimates that 1.2 million women continue to take Prempro pills , down from about 3.4 million before the study was halted last summer . Sentence 2: Wyeth estimates that 1,2 million women are still taking Prempro pills , down from about 3,4 million before the WHI study was halted last year . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: But he said he had Dr Hollingworth 's legal advice that he had been denied natural justice by the church inquiry . Sentence 2: Senator Brandis backed Dr Hollingworth 's claims he had been denied natural justice by the Anglican Church inquiry into the claims against him . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Come tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . Sentence 2: As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks , and police suspect he was killed in the Waco area . Sentence 2: Authorities and Baylor officials say Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Vaccine makers have been thrust in the limelight following government programmes to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Sentence 2: Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " If these loss reductions continue as expected , further rate reductions should be ordered . " Sentence 2: If those loss reductions continue , further rate reductions should be ordered , Bordelon said . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 nations from these sanctions because they had signed but not yet ratified the immunity agreement . Sentence 2: President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 countries because they had signed but not yet ratified immunity agreements . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Shares of AT & T climbed 4.4 percent or 90 cents to $ 21.40 , adding to the previous day 's gain of 6 percent . Sentence 2: Shares of AT & T climbed 4 percent , adding to the previous day 's 6 percent rise . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: AMD reported a net loss of $ 140 million for the quarter ended June 29 , on sales of $ 645 million . Sentence 2: In the first quarter of 2003 , AMD reported a net loss of $ 146 million , or 42 cents per share , on sales of $ 715 million . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , the Pew researcher who wrote the report . Sentence 2: " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , senior research fellow with the Pew project . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 179.97 points , or 2.09 percent , to 8,781.35 , ending at its highest level since mid-January . Sentence 2: The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . Sentence 2: And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden , the missing leader of the al-Qaida terrorist network , is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: In a major setback to consumers , a federal judge granted the government 's request Thursday to shut down a company that helps customers buy cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . Sentence 2: A federal judge Thursday granted a request by the Food and Drug Administration to shut down Rx Depot , a popular Internet company that sells cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Anyone with information on Lopez can call O 'Shea at 561-688-4068 or Crime Stoppers at 800-458-8477 . Sentence 2: Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Kevin Umphrey at 688-4163 or Crime Stoppers at ( 800 ) 458-8477 . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: The panels picture the towers standing tall and outline their history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction on Sept . 11 , 2001 . Sentence 2: The panels outline the twin towers ' history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction by terrorists on Sept . 11 , 2001 . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the Gypsy tradition of arranged child weddings . Sentence 2: Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the tradition of arranged child weddings among Roma , as Gypsies are also known . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The Institute for Supply Management 's index of nonmanufacturing activity rose unexpectedly in April , reports said . Sentence 2: The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: The two rugged counties got 2 to 3 inches of rain between midnight and noon . Sentence 2: The weather service estimated that between two and three inches of rain hit Kanawha and Nicholas counties between midnight and noon Monday . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Although obesity can increase the risk of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol . Sentence 2: Although obesity can increase the risk of a host of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol , which are not considered diseases . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Intel plans to present a paper on its findings today at a conference in Japan . Sentence 2: The breakthrough technology was presented by Intel scientists at a conference in Japan . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Foreigners board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia , on Monday . Sentence 2: French troops defend a group of foreigners as they board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: A statement released by DEI said Green would begin driving the car on an interim basis beginning next week in the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway . Sentence 2: It was announced that Green will replace Park in the Dale Earnhardt Inc . No. 1 Chevrolet , beginning with the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway next week . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The Illinois Supreme Court dismissed the case . Sentence 2: The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will get the valuable Thursday 9 : 30 p.m. time slot . Sentence 2: Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will couple with Friends on Thursdays . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . Sentence 2: For the third time in four years wildfires closed Mesa Verde National Park , the country ’ s only park dedicated to ancient ruins . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Disney has repeatedly said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them maintained . Sentence 2: Disney spokeswoman Rena Callahan said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the only reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them kept in place . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Manzon , was believed to be among the nine missing - some of them children . Sentence 2: The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Monzon , was believed to be among the missing , who are presumed dead . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: On Wednesday , the total of National Guard and Reserve members called to active duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . Sentence 2: As of yesterday , the total number of National Guard and Reserve troops called to duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . Sentence 2: Schering-Plough shares fell 3.8 percent , or 72 cents , to close at $ 18.34 in trading Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: But at age 15 , she 'd reached 260 pounds and a difficult decision : It was time to try surgery . Sentence 2: But at the age of 15 , she weighed a whopping 117kg and came to a difficult decision : it was time to try surgery . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . Sentence 2: " Of course , I want to win again , but it is worse when you have never won because you are anxious , " he said . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . Sentence 2: E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications _ even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The fawn , named after Dr Duane Kraemer , one of the researchers , was born a few months ago . Sentence 2: The fawn , named for university researcher Duane Kraemer , turns 7 months old today . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Canadian researchers ordered the slaughter of more than 2,000 cows and conducted an extensive investigation but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . Sentence 2: Canadian investigators slaughtered more than 2,000 cows but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The measures could be taken up by the full Senate as early as Friday . Sentence 2: Ratliff said he hopes to bring the two measures to the full Senate by Friday . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Toronto yesterday had 64 probable cases of SARS and nine suspect cases . Sentence 2: As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: Shares of Pleasanton-based PeopleSoft rose 4 cents , to $ 16.96 , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Sentence 2: PeopleSoft shares were up 4 cents at $ 16.96 in late morning trade on the Nasdaq . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . Sentence 2: Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: In terms of a free trade area , we 've got a long , long way to go and the Pakistanis understand that . Sentence 2: As for a free trade area , the official stressed that weve got a long , long way to go , and the Pakistanis understand that . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Whoever is selected will report directly to Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection . Sentence 2: The NCSD has about 60 employees , Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection , said at a briefing today . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: But Mr Robinson urged the voters to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to the believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today " . Sentence 2: But he urged the delegates who elected him to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today . " Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: The technology-loaded Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC added 0.35 of a point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,662 . Sentence 2: The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.48 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,661.51 , based on the latest available figures . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , a senior vice president with the utility . Sentence 2: " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , senior vice president of operations at Dominion Virginia Power . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: " I am listening to the same things I listened to 17 years ago , " Hollings said . Sentence 2: Im hearing the same things I listened to 17 years ago . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes
Sentence 1: Heatley was sixth in the league in goals last season with 41 and ninth in points with 89 . Sentence 2: Heatley led Atlanta in scoring last season with a team-record 41 goals and 48 assists . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: no
Sentence 1: The cables can be engorged with far more power , and it can be turned on and off like a water spigot , making billing more accurate , Taub said . Sentence 2: The cables can carry far more power , and can be turned on and off like water spigots , making billing more accurate , Taub said . Question: Do both sentences mean the same thing? Answer: yes