[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: economy
Target surface form: economy
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the <t>economy</t> has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=economy%1:14:00:: | definition=the system of production and distribution and consumption | synonyms=economic system
2. sense_key=economy%1:09:01:: | definition=the efficient use of resources | examples=economy of effort
3. sense_key=economy%1:07:00:: | definition=frugality in the expenditure of money or resources | synonyms=thriftiness | examples=the Scots are famous for their economy
4. sense_key=economy%1:04:00:: | definition=an act of economizing; reduction in cost | synonyms=saving | examples=it was a small economy to walk to work every day; there was a saving of 50 cents

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The context discusses Mexico's economy "recovering after suffering a big drop in output," which refers to the country's overall economic system and its performance in terms of production and output. This matches sense 1: "the system of production and distribution and consumption." The other senses (efficiency, frugality, or specific cost-saving acts) do not fit the macroeconomic context of discussing national economic recovery.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context for the target word "economy" in the sentence: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year."

The context is discussing economic growth and recovery in various countries. The sentence specifically talks about Mexico's economy recovering from a drop in output (economic performance).

Let me examine each candidate sense:

1. sense_key=economy%1:14:00:: | definition=the system of production and distribution and consumption | synonyms=economic system
   - This refers to the overall economic system of a country or region

2. sense_key=economy%1:09:01:: | definition=the efficient use of resources | examples=economy of effort
   - This is about being efficient with resources

3. sense_key=economy%1:07:00:: | definition=frugality in the expenditure of money or resources | synonyms=thriftiness | examples=the Scots are famous for their economy
   - This is about being frugal or thrifty

4. sense_key=economy%1:04:00:: | definition=an act of economizing; reduction in cost | synonyms=saving | examples=it was a small economy to walk to work every day; there was a saving of 50 cents
   - This is about specific acts of economizing or cost reduction

In the context, the text is discussing Mexico's economy "recovering after suffering a big drop in output." This is clearly referring to the economic system and economic performance of Mexico - how well the country's overall economic system is performing. It's not about frugality, efficiency, or specific cost reductions.

The best fit is sense 1: "the system of production and distribution and consumption" or "economic system" - this refers to the country's overall economy as an economic system.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: drop
Target surface form: drop
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big <t>drop</t> in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=drop%1:25:00:: | definition=a shape that is spherical and small | synonyms=bead, pearl | examples=he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops; beads of sweat on his forehead
2. sense_key=drop%1:23:00:: | definition=a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid); ; ; ; --Kipling | synonyms=drib, driblet | examples=he had a drop too much to drink; a drop of each sample was analyzed
3. sense_key=drop%1:07:00:: | definition=a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity | synonyms=dip, fall, free fall | examples=a drop of 57 points on the Dow Jones index; there was a drop in pressure in the pulmonary artery
4. sense_key=drop%1:17:00:: | definition=a steep high face of rock | synonyms=cliff, drop-off | examples=he stood on a high cliff overlooking the town; a steep drop
5. sense_key=drop%1:15:00:: | definition=a predetermined hiding place for the deposit and distribution of illicit goods (such as drugs or stolen property)
6. sense_key=drop%1:11:00:: | definition=a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity | synonyms=fall | examples=it was a miracle that he survived the drop from that height
7. sense_key=drop%1:06:01:: | definition=a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage from the flies; often used as background scenery | synonyms=drop curtain, drop cloth
8. sense_key=drop%1:06:00:: | definition=a central depository where things can be left or picked up
9. sense_key=drop%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of dropping something | examples=they expected the drop would be successful

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
{"sense_index": 3}

The word "drop" in this context refers to "a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity," specifically a decrease in economic output. The sentence states Mexico's economy "suffered a big drop in output last year," which is clearly discussing a quantitative decline. This matches sense 3, which includes the synonym "dip" and the example of "a drop of 57 points on the Dow Jones index" - both related to economic measurements.

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to find the best sense for "drop" in this sentence:

"It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year."

The context is clearly talking about economic statistics. The sentence discusses economic growth and recovery, specifically mentioning that Mexico's economy "suffered a big drop in output last year."

Let me examine the candidate senses:

1. sense_key=drop%1:25:00:: - spherical and small shape (like a drop of water) - Not applicable, this is physical shape
2. sense_key=drop%1:23:00:: - small indefinite quantity of liquid - Not applicable, not about quantity of liquid
3. sense_key=drop%1:07:00:: - a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity - THIS FITS! The gloss says "a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity" with synonyms "dip, fall" and examples include "a drop of 57 points on the Dow Jones index; there was a drop in pressure in the pulmonary artery"
4. sense_key=drop%1:17:00:: - steep high face of rock (cliff) - Not applicable
5. sense_key=drop%1:15:00:: - predetermined hiding place for illicit goods - Not applicable
6. sense_key=drop%1:11:00:: - free and rapid descent by gravity - Not applicable, this is physical
7. sense_key=drop%1:06:01:: - curtain on stage - Not applicable
8. sense_key=drop%1:06:00:: - central depository - Not applicable
9. sense_key=drop%1:04:00:: - act of dropping something - Not applicable

The answer is clearly sense 3 (drop%1:07:00::) which is "a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity." This perfectly matches the context where the economy suffered "a big drop in output" - it's a decrease in economic output/quantity.

type: thinking

currency: USD


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: output
Target surface form: output
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in <t>output</t> last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=output%1:06:00:: | definition=final product; the things produced | synonyms=end product
2. sense_key=output%1:04:00:: | definition=production of a certain amount | synonyms=yield
3. sense_key=output%1:10:02:: | definition=signal that comes out of an electronic system | synonyms=output signal
4. sense_key=output%1:23:00:: | definition=the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) | synonyms=yield, production | examples=production was up in the second quarter
5. sense_key=output%1:06:01:: | definition=what is produced in a given time period | synonyms=outturn, turnout

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

The context discusses Mexico's economy recovering "after suffering a big drop in output last year." This refers to the quantity of economic production created within a specific time period (last year), which directly matches sense 4's definition of "the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time)." The example about "production was up in the second quarter" also parallels this economic context.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context of the word "output" in the sentence: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2)."

Actually, let me find the exact sentence with "output":
"It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in <t>output</t> last year."

The context is about Mexico's economy suffering "a big drop in output last year." This is clearly referring to economic production or economic output.

Let me examine each sense:

1. "final product; the things produced" - This is about the final products themselves
2. "production of a certain amount" - This is about the amount produced
3. "signal that comes out of an electronic system" - This is about electronic signals, not relevant here
4. "the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time)" - This fits well with "a big drop in output" referring to economic production within a time period (last year)
5. "what is produced in a given time period" - This also fits with the meaning of economic output

Both 4 and 5 seem very similar and appropriate. Let me consider the nuances:

Sense 4 emphasizes "quantity of something that is created" and gives an example about "production was up in the second quarter" - very economic/quantitative
Sense 5 emphasizes "what is produced in a given time period" with synonyms outturn, turnout

In the context of "a big drop in output last year," we're talking about the quantity/amount of economic production that declined in that time period. Sense 4 seems to fit better because it specifically mentions "the quantity of something" and gives an economic example about production in a time period.

Actually, sense 2 "production of a certain amount" also could work, but 4 is more specific and comprehensive.
Sense 4 is the strongest match here.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last <t>year</t>. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The target word "year" in "after suffering a big drop in output last year" refers to a standard calendar year - a 12-month period of time. The context discusses economic performance over this time period, and "last year" is a temporal reference point relative to the current year. This matches the first sense: a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to determine the correct sense of "year" in the phrase "after suffering a big drop in output last year."

The context is discussing Mexico's economic recovery. The phrase "last year" refers to a time period relative to when the poll was taken (September and early October of "this year").

Looking at the candidate senses:

1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: - "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" - This is the standard calendar year definition. The examples given are "she is 4 years old; in the year 1920"

2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: - "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity" - This refers to specific periods like school year. Not applicable here.

3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: - "the period of time that it takes for a planet to make a complete revolution around the sun" - This is about astronomical periods. Not relevant here.

4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: - "a body of students who graduate together" - This is about a class/cohort of students. Not applicable here.

In the context "suffering a big drop in output last year," the word "year" clearly refers to the previous calendar year (the 12-month period). This is referring to a specific time period of approximately 365 days, which matches sense 1.

The answer should be: {"sense_index": 1}


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: half
Target surface form: half
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around <t>half</t> of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=half%1:23:00:: | definition=one of two equal parts of a divisible whole | synonyms=one-half | examples=half a loaf; half an hour
2. sense_key=half%1:28:00:: | definition=one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The word "half" in this context refers to "approximately one-half of respondents" in Mexico and Brazil. This is sense 1: "one of two equal parts of a divisible whole." The context uses "half" to describe a proportion of people (similar to the example "half a loaf"), not to divide a game or performance (sense 2).

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to determine which sense of "half" is being used.

The sentence reads: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats..."

The word "half" here is referring to approximately 50% of the respondents. Looking at the context more carefully, we can see percentages mentioned (40%, 61%, 44%, 25%), so "half" is being used to mean one-half or 50% of a divisible whole (the respondents).

Let me examine the two candidate senses:

1. sense_key=half%1:23:00:: | definition=one of two equal parts of a divisible whole | synonyms=one-half | examples=half a loaf; half an hour
   - This defines "half" as one of two equal parts of something divisible
   - Examples include "half a loaf" (half of a loaf), "half an hour" (30 minutes)
   - This clearly applies to "half of respondents" - it's one-half (50%) of the total number of respondents

2. sense_key=half%1:28:00:: | definition=one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval
   - This is about divisions of games or performances (like the first half and second half of a football game)
   - This does not fit the context at all

The correct answer is clearly sense 1, which is indexed as 1 (the first sense in the list).


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: respondent
Target surface form: respondents
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of <t>respondents</t> in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=respondent%1:18:01:: | definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent
2. sense_key=respondent%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

The context clearly refers to survey respondents—people who answered questions about their satisfaction with democracy and their support for democratic institutions. This matches the sense "someone who responds" (synonyms: responder, answerer), as these are individuals responding to survey questions about their political attitudes.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to determine which sense of "respondents" is being used.

In the given context, "respondents" refers to people who were surveyed or participated in a poll/survey about democracy and its institutions in Latin America. The text mentions:
- "only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil... are convinced democrats"
- "44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works"

This clearly indicates that "respondents" refers to people who have responded to survey questions or polls.

Now let's look at the candidate senses:

1. Sense 1: "the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent" - This is a legal term specific to divorce/adultery cases. This doesn't fit the context at all.

2. Sense 2: "someone who responds" with synonyms "responder, answerer" - This is the general sense of someone who responds to something, which in this context means people who responded to survey questions about democracy.

The correct answer is clearly sense 2 (respondent%1:18:00::), which means "someone who responds." In survey contexts, respondents are people who answer survey questions.

So the sense index should be 2 (counting from 1 for sense_key=respondent%1:18:00::).

Wait, let me reconsider the ordering. The senses are listed as:
1. sense_key=respondent%1:18:01:: (divorce/adultery sense)
2. sense_key=respondent%1:18:00:: (someone who responds)

The second one is the correct sense, so the sense_index is 2.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: brazil
Target surface form: Brazil
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and <t>Brazil</t>, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=brazil%1:15:00:: | definition=the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | synonyms=Federative Republic of Brazil, Brasil
2. sense_key=brazil%1:13:00:: | definition=three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell | synonyms=brazil nut

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The context clearly refers to Brazil as a country in South America being surveyed about democracy support alongside Mexico and Peru. The passage discusses "the region's two most populous countries" (Mexico and Brazil) and their regional attitudes toward democracy, which corresponds to the geographical entity sense, not the brazil nut sense.

reasoning_content:
The target lemma is "brazil" and the surface form is "Brazil" (capitalized) in the context provided.

Looking at the context, the sentence mentions:
"But only around half of respondents in Mexico and <t>Brazil</t>, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average"

This is clearly referring to Brazil as a country in South America (along with Mexico as another populous country in the region). The context discusses:
- Latin America
- Pacific rim of South America
- Peru, Mexico, Brazil - all countries
- Democracy support in these countries
- Regional average of attitudes toward democracy

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=brazil%1:15:00:: - the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter. Synonyms: Federative Republic of Brazil, Brasil

2. sense_key=brazil%1:13:00:: - three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell. Synonyms: brazil nut

Clearly, sense 1 is the correct one. The context is discussing Brazil as a country, one of the two most populous countries in the region being surveyed about their attitudes toward democracy.

The answer should be: {"sense_index": 1}


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: countries
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous <t>countries</t>, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The context discusses Mexico and Brazil as political entities with governments, democratic institutions, and economic systems. The phrase "the region's two most populous countries" refers to them as organized political units ("state" and "nation" are listed as synonyms), not merely as territories or geographical areas. Sense 1 ("a politically organized body of people under a single government") is the best fit.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to determine the correct sense of "countries" in this passage.

The context is: "Brazil, the region's two most populous <t>countries</t>, are convinced democrats"

This is discussing Mexico and Brazil as geographical and political entities in Latin America. The passage is talking about:
- Support for democracy in different places
- The region (Latin America)
- Specific nations like Peru, Mexico, and Brazil
- Economic data and population statistics for these entities

Looking at the candidate senses:

1. "a politically organized body of people under a single government" - This refers to countries as political entities/states
2. "the territory occupied by a nation" - This refers to the physical/geographical territory
3. "the people who live in a nation or country" - This refers to the population/people
4. "an area outside of cities and towns" - This is rural area, clearly not the right sense
5. "a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary" - This is about geographical regions

In the context, "the region's two most populous countries" is referring to Mexico and Brazil as nations/states. The word "most populous" suggests we're talking about the number of people living there, but the term "countries" itself refers to the political units/nations.

The passage is discussing these as political entities with democratic institutions, economies, etc. This matches sense 1: "a politically organized body of people under a single government."

While sense 2 could also work (territory occupied by a nation), sense 1 is more precise as the passage emphasizes them as political units with governments and democratic systems.

The answer should be sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: democrat
Target surface form: democrats
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced <t>democrats</t>, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=democrat%1:18:01:: | definition=a member of the Democratic Party
2. sense_key=democrat%1:18:00:: | definition=an advocate of democratic principles | synonyms=populist

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

The context discusses support for democracy and democratic institutions in Latin America. The phrase "are convinced democrats" refers to people who are advocates of democratic principles and supporters of democracy, not members of a specific Democratic Party. This matches sense 2, which defines a democrat as "an advocate of democratic principles."

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to determine which sense of "democrat" is being used here.

The context is about Latin America, and the sentence says: "only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats"

The passage discusses:
1. Support for democracy rising in various countries
2. Attitudes towards democracy and its institutions
3. Whether people are satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice

In the sentence "are convinced democrats," the word "democrats" refers to people who are convinced advocates or supporters of democratic principles - people who believe in and support democracy.

Let me look at the two senses:
1. sense_key=democrat%1:18:01:: | definition=a member of the Democratic Party
   - This refers specifically to members of the Democratic Party (a political party, typically in the US)

2. sense_key=democrat%1:18:00:: | definition=an advocate of democratic principles | synonyms=populist
   - This refers to people who advocate for democratic principles

Given the context about Latin America, attitudes towards democracy, and support for democratic institutions, the second sense is clearly the correct one. The passage is talking about whether people in these countries support and advocate for democratic principles, not about membership in any specific Democratic Party (which would be primarily a US-focused concept anyway).

The phrase "are convinced democrats" means they are convinced advocates/supporters of democratic principles.

The answer should be sense 2, which is indexed as democrat%1:18:00:: (sense_index would be 2).


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: average
Target surface form: average
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional <t>average</t> (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=average%1:09:00:: | definition=a statistic describing the location of a distribution | synonyms=norm | examples=it set the norm for American homes
2. sense_key=average%1:24:00:: | definition=(sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities
3. sense_key=average%1:09:01:: | definition=an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual | examples=he is about average in height; the snowfall this month is below average

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The context discusses democracy support percentages across Latin American countries and how the low support in Mexico and Brazil "drags down the regional average." This is clearly using "average" as a mathematical statistic—the mean value describing the central tendency of support levels across the region's distribution of countries. This matches Sense 1, which defines average as "a statistic describing the location of a distribution."

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context and the candidate senses for "average" in this passage.

The context is discussing democracy support levels across Latin American countries. Specifically: "only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average"

Let me examine each candidate sense:

1. Sense 1: "a statistic describing the location of a distribution" with synonym "norm" and example "it set the norm for American homes" - This is about a mathematical/statistical measure.

2. Sense 2: "(sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities" - This is specific to sports contexts (like batting average, etc.)

3. Sense 3: "an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual" with examples "he is about average in height; the snowfall this month is below average" - This refers to a typical or normal value.

In the context, the text is saying that the support for democracy in Mexico and Brazil "drags down the regional average." Here, "average" refers to the mean or typical support level across the region. The passage is comparing individual country support rates to what would be the overall regional figure.

This fits best with Sense 1 - it's referring to a statistical measure of central tendency (the mean support level across the region). The passage is using "average" in the sense of a mathematical average/mean that describes the location of the distribution of democracy support across the region.

Actually, let me reconsider. Sense 3 talks about "an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual" - this could also fit because the regional average is seen as a reference point.

However, Sense 1 is more precise because it specifically refers to "a statistic describing the location of a distribution" which is exactly what we're talking about - the average (mean) support level across the distribution of countries in the region.

The answer should be Sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: chart
Target surface form: chart
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see <t>chart</t> 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The context clearly indicates that "chart 2" is a visual representation of statistical data about democracy support percentages across Latin American countries. The passage references multiple data visualizations ("table 1," "chart 2," "chart 3"), all showing quantitative information about survey respondents. This is a visual display of information, not a navigation map.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context of the word "chart" in the sentence.

The sentence states: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2)."

The context makes it clear that:
1. The text is discussing statistics and data about democracy support in Latin America
2. It refers to "chart 2" which is apparently showing visual information
3. The document also references "table 1" and "chart 3" which contain data
4. This is clearly a document analyzing statistics and percentages about democracy

Now let's look at the two candidate senses:

1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

In this context, "chart 2" is being referenced to show visual data about respondent percentages and democracy support rates. This is clearly a visual display of information (like a graph, bar chart, or similar statistical visualization), not a navigation map.

The first sense (a visual display of information) is the correct one here. The word "chart" in this context refers to a graph or table showing statistical data.

So the answer should be sense index 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: respondent
Target surface form: respondents
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of <t>respondents</t> across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=respondent%1:18:01:: | definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent
2. sense_key=respondent%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

The context makes clear that "respondents" refers to people who participated in a survey about attitudes towards democracy and governance. They are answering questions about their satisfaction with democracy, confidence in institutions, etc. This matches the definition "someone who responds" (sense 2), not the legal definition pertaining to divorce proceedings (sense 1).

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to determine which sense of "respondent" is being used here.

The target word "respondents" appears in this sentence:
"Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice..."

This is clearly referring to people who participated in a survey or poll about attitudes towards democracy. They are people who responded to questions about democracy, satisfaction with governance, etc.

Let me look at the two candidate senses:

1. sense_key=respondent%1:18:01:: - "the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent" - This is a legal term referring to a defendant in a specific type of case. This doesn't fit the context at all.

2. sense_key=respondent%1:18:00:: - "someone who responds" with synonyms "responder, answerer" - This fits perfectly. The respondents are people who responded to survey questions about democracy and governance.

The context clearly shows these are survey respondents - people answering questions about their attitudes toward democracy, satisfaction with how democracy works, confidence in institutions, etc.

The answer should be sense_index 2 (which corresponds to the second sense listed, respondent%1:18:00::).


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: country
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their <t>country</t>'s democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The target word refers to a politically organized nation-state. The context explicitly discusses "country's democracy," "country's Congress," and "country's government," all of which indicate a political entity with institutions and governmental structures. This matches sense 1, which defines country as "a politically organized body of people under a single government." The synonyms "state" and "nation" further confirm this sense is appropriate for the political discussion of democracy and regional governance.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context carefully to determine which sense of "country" is being used.

The context is: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice..."

This is talking about countries in a political context (Peru, Mexico, Brazil mentioned). The phrase "country's democracy works in practice" clearly refers to a nation-state with a government and political system.

Let me evaluate each sense:

1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: - "a politically organized body of people under a single government" - This fits perfectly. It refers to a state/nation with government institutions (democracy, Congress, government).

2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: - "the territory occupied by a nation" - This is possible but less likely since the focus is on the political system and institutions, not the physical territory.

3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: - "the people who live in a nation or country" - This could work, but the context is more about the political entity/government rather than just the people.

4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: - "an area outside of cities and towns" - This is clearly wrong. Rural/countryside meaning doesn't fit here.

5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: - "a particular geographical region" - This is too vague and doesn't fit the political context.

The best fit is sense 1 (country%1:14:00::) because:
- It's discussing democracy and political institutions
- The context mentions "country's democracy" and "country's Congress" and "country's government"
- This clearly refers to a politically organized nation-state
- The synonym "state" and "nation" fit perfectly with the political discussion

The answer is sense index 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: democracy
Target surface form: democracy
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's <t>democracy</t> works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=democracy%1:09:00:: | definition=the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
2. sense_key=democracy%1:14:00:: | definition=a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them | synonyms=republic, commonwealth
3. sense_key=democracy%1:09:01:: | definition=the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group | synonyms=majority rule

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

The context discusses "how their country's democracy works in practice" and references specific political institutions and systems (Congress, government) in different countries. This clearly indicates democracy as an actual political system in operation, rather than as a political ideology or abstract doctrine. Sense 2 best captures this: "a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them."

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context for the word "democracy" in this sentence:

"Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice..."

The context is discussing:
- Attitudes towards democracy and its institutions
- Support for democracy rising in countries
- How satisfied people are with how "their country's democracy works in practice"
- References to Congress and government

Let me look at each candidate sense:

1. sense_key=democracy%1:09:00:: - "the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives" - This is about the political ideology/orientation
2. sense_key=democracy%1:14:00:: - "a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them" - This is about the actual system of government
3. sense_key=democracy%1:09:01:: - "the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group" - This is about majority rule doctrine

The context is clearly talking about democracy as a form of government that exists in specific countries (Peru, Mexico, Brazil). The phrase "how their country's democracy works in practice" suggests we're talking about the actual political system in operation, not just the ideology or the principle of majority rule.

The context discusses:
- Support for democracy as an institution
- How democracy works in practice in their countries
- Congress and government institutions

This best matches sense 2, which describes democracy as "a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them". This is the system itself, not just the ideology or the principle.

The answer should be sense 2.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: figure
Target surface form: figure
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same <t>figure</t> as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=figure%1:10:00:: | definition=a diagram or picture illustrating textual material | synonyms=fig | examples=the area covered can be seen from Figure 2
2. sense_key=figure%1:08:00:: | definition=alternative names for the body of a human being | synonyms=human body, physical body, material body, soma, build, physique | examples=Leonardo studied the human body; he has a strong physique
3. sense_key=figure%1:23:00:: | definition=one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration | synonyms=digit | examples=0 and 1 are digits
4. sense_key=figure%1:06:00:: | definition=a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) | examples=he made a figure of Santa Claus
5. sense_key=figure%1:18:00:: | definition=a well-known or notable person | synonyms=name, public figure | examples=they studied all the great names in the history of France; she is an important figure in modern music
6. sense_key=figure%1:25:00:: | definition=a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape
7. sense_key=figure%1:21:00:: | definition=an amount of money expressed numerically | examples=a figure of $17 was suggested
8. sense_key=figure%1:07:00:: | definition=the impression produced by a person | examples=he cut a fine figure; a heroic figure
9. sense_key=figure%1:07:01:: | definition=the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals | synonyms=number | examples=he had a number of chores to do; the number of parameters is small
10. sense_key=figure%1:10:01:: | definition=language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense | synonyms=trope, figure of speech, image
11. sense_key=figure%1:09:00:: | definition=a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground
12. sense_key=figure%1:06:01:: | definition=a decorative or artistic work | synonyms=design, pattern | examples=the coach had a design on the doors
13. sense_key=figure%1:04:00:: | definition=a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating | examples=she made the best score on compulsory figures

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 9}
```

The word "figure" in this context refers to a numerical statistic (44%), which represents a quantity or proportion. This matches sense 9: "the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals" (synonyms: number). The context shows figures being compared across years (44% this year, 25% in 2001), confirming it's being used to denote a numerical quantity or amount.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to determine the correct sense of "figure" here.

In the sentence: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same <t>figure</t> as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

The word "figure" is being used to refer to a numerical value or statistic. The context shows that "figure" refers to "44%" - a numerical percentage. It's described as "the same figure as last year" and compared to "25% in 2001", clearly indicating it's a numerical quantity/statistic.

Looking at the candidate senses:

1. A diagram or picture - NO, it's not a diagram
2. Body of a human being - NO, this is about statistics
3. One of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration (digit) - NO, this is about digits specifically
4. A model of a bodily form - NO
5. A well-known or notable person - NO
6. A combination of points and lines and planes - NO
7. An amount of money expressed numerically - This is close, but it's specifically about money
8. The impression produced by a person - NO
9. The property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals (synonyms: number) - YES, this refers to a quantity/number. This would fit "44%" and other percentages mentioned
10. Language used in a figurative sense - NO
11. A unitary percept having structure and coherence - NO
12. A decorative or artistic work - NO
13. A predetermined set of movements - NO

The best fit is sense 9 (sense_key=figure%1:07:01::) which means "the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals" with synonyms "number". The context shows "figure" as a numerical statistic representing a quantity.
Sense 7 about monetary amounts doesn't apply here since the figures are percentages rather than money values. The answer is sense index 9.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last <t>year</t> but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The target word "year" in the phrase "last year" refers to the previous 12-month calendar period being compared to the current survey data. This is the standard calendrical sense of a year as a period of 365 (or 366) days, not a special academic or institutional period, nor an astronomical measurement, nor a cohort of students.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context where "year" appears in the target sentence:

"Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last <t>year</t> but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

The word "year" is being used to refer to the previous calendar year, specifically the year immediately before the time of writing/survey. The context shows:
- Survey data comparing satisfaction with democracy
- "the same figure as last year" - comparing current year data to the previous year
- This is clearly referring to a 12-month period

Looking at the candidate senses:

1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: - "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" - This is the standard definition of a calendar year, the basic unit of time. Examples: "she is 4 years old; in the year 1920"

2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: - "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity" - This would be like "school year" or "fiscal year"

3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: - "the period of time that it takes for a planet to make a complete revolution around the sun" - This is about astronomical years

4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: - "a body of students who graduate together" - This is about a cohort/class of students

In the context, "last year" clearly refers to the previous 12-month calendar period (the previous year before the time of writing). This is the most basic and common usage of "year" - simply referring to a 365/366-day period on the calendar.
The correct sense is year%1:28:01:: since the phrase "last year" denotes a standard calendar year with 365 or 366 days, not a specialized period like a school or fiscal year, nor an astronomical measurement, nor a student cohort.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: increase
Target surface form: increase
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big <t>increase</t> on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=increase%1:23:00:: | definition=a quantity that is added | synonyms=addition, gain | examples=there was an addition to property taxes this year; they recorded the cattle's gain in weight over a period of weeks
2. sense_key=increase%1:11:00:: | definition=a change resulting in an increase | examples=the increase is scheduled for next month
3. sense_key=increase%1:22:00:: | definition=a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important | synonyms=increment, growth | examples=the increase in unemployment; the growth of population
4. sense_key=increase%1:07:00:: | definition=the amount by which something increases | synonyms=increment | examples=they proposed an increase of 15 percent in the fare
5. sense_key=increase%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of increasing something | synonyms=step-up | examples=he gave me an increase in salary

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

The context explicitly refers to a quantified difference: satisfaction with democracy was 25% in 2001 and 44% in the current year, described as "a big increase on the 25% in 2001." This usage denotes the amount or magnitude by which the percentage has risen (approximately 19 percentage points), which directly matches sense 4: "the amount by which something increases" with the synonym "increment."

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context carefully to determine which sense of "increase" is being used.

The sentence is: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big <t>increase</t> on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

Here, the text is comparing satisfaction levels:
- Current year: 44%
- Last year: 44% (same)
- 2001: 25%

So 44% is a big increase compared to 25%. The word "increase" refers to the difference or the amount by which something has increased (from 25% to 44%, so an increase of 19 percentage points).

Let me examine each sense:

1. **sense 1** - "a quantity that is added" (addition, gain) - This could fit, as it's about an amount that was added.

2. **sense 2** - "a change resulting in an increase" - This is more about the change event itself, not specifically the amount.

3. **sense 3** - "a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important" - This is about the process, not the specific amount.

4. **sense 4** - "the amount by which something increases" (increment) - This directly refers to the amount by which something increases. Since we're talking about 25% going to 44%, that's an increase of 19 percentage points. This seems very fitting.

5. **sense 5** - "the act of increasing something" (step-up) - This is about an action/act of increasing.

The context is specifically quantifying the increase from 25% to 44%, which is an amount or increment. Sense 4 ("the amount by which something increases") seems like the best fit, with "increment" as a synonym. Sense 1 could also work but sense 4 seems more precise given that it's explicitly about "the amount by which something increases."
Sense 4 is the answer.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: chart
Target surface form: chart
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (<t>chart</t> 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The context shows "chart 3" presenting statistical data about satisfaction with democracy (44% satisfied). This is clearly a visual display of information (statistics/data visualization) rather than a navigational map. The passage discusses percentages and comparative figures, which would be presented in a chart as a visual representation of quantitative information.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to determine which sense of "chart" is being used.

The target word is "chart" in the phrase "(<t>chart</t> 3)".

Looking at the context:
- The passage discusses statistics about democracy support in various countries
- It mentions "table 1" earlier, which shows economic and democratic support data
- Then it references "chart 2" showing the regional average for conviction in democracy
- Finally, it references "chart 3" showing satisfaction with democracy
- The passage then provides percentage figures (44%, 25%, etc.)

The two candidate senses are:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

The context makes it clear that "chart 3" refers to a visual representation of data/statistics about democracy satisfaction percentages. This is clearly a visual display of information (graphs, diagrams, figures) rather than a navigational map.

The passage is presenting statistical information about democracy, and "chart 3" appears alongside percentages and comparative data. This is consistent with sense 1: "a visual display of information."

Sense 2 (map for navigation) doesn't make sense in this context about political statistics.

The answer should be sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: confidence
Target surface form: confidence
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had <t>confidence</t> in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=confidence%1:09:00:: | definition=freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities | synonyms=assurance, self-assurance, self-confidence, authority, sureness | examples=his assurance in his superiority did not make him popular; after that failure he lost his confidence
2. sense_key=confidence%1:12:00:: | definition=a feeling of trust (in someone or something) | examples=I have confidence in our team; confidence is always borrowed, never owned
3. sense_key=confidence%1:26:02:: | definition=a state of confident hopefulness that events will be favorable | examples=public confidence in the economy
4. sense_key=confidence%1:26:03:: | definition=a trustful relationship | synonyms=trust | examples=he took me into his confidence; he betrayed their trust
5. sense_key=confidence%1:10:00:: | definition=a secret that is confided or entrusted to another | examples=everyone trusted him with their confidences; the priest could not reveal her confidences

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

The context shows respondents expressing trust in institutions: "34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government." This directly corresponds to sense 2's definition of "a feeling of trust (in someone or something)," exemplified by "I have confidence in our team." The passage is measuring institutional trust levels through survey data, not personal self-assurance (sense 1) or optimistic hopefulness (sense 3).

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context to find the best sense for "confidence" in this sentence:

"Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively)."

The sentence is discussing survey results about people's trust in institutions (Congress and government). This is clearly about a feeling or attitude toward institutions.

Let me consider each sense:

1. "freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities" - This is about self-confidence, personal assurance. The example "his assurance in his superiority" doesn't fit our context about institutional trust.

2. "a feeling of trust (in someone or something)" - This fits well. The example "I have confidence in our team" is very similar to our context "confidence in their country's Congress."

3. "a state of confident hopefulness that events will be favorable" - This is about optimistic expectations. The example "public confidence in the economy" is somewhat related but it's more about hopefulness.

4. "a trustful relationship" - This is about the relationship itself, not the feeling. The example is "he took me into his confidence" which is different.

5. "a secret that is confided or entrusted to another" - This doesn't fit at all. It's about secrets being shared.

The best fit is sense 2: "a feeling of trust (in someone or something)" because:
- The context explicitly states "confidence in their country's Congress and ... in their government"
- This is clearly about trust in institutions
- The example "I have confidence in our team" parallels our context perfectly

The answer is sense 2.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: country
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their <t>country</t>'s Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context and the usage of "country" in the sentence:

"Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government..."

The context is about democracy support in Latin American nations, specifically mentioning Peru, Mexico, and Brazil. The sentence is discussing people's confidence in their country's Congress and government.

Let me examine the candidate senses:

1. sense 1: "a politically organized body of people under a single government" - This refers to the nation as a political entity/body of people
2. sense 2: "the territory occupied by a nation" - This refers to the physical territory
3. sense 3: "the people who live in a nation or country" - This refers to the population/people
4. sense 4: "an area outside of cities and towns" - Rural area (not relevant here)
5. sense 5: "a particular geographical region" (not relevant here)

In the phrase "their country's Congress and their government," the word "country" is being used to refer to the nation as a political entity. The Congress is a legislative body, and the government is the political institution. This makes sense when we're talking about "their country's Congress" - meaning the Congress of their nation/political entity.

This could be either sense 1 or sense 2. Let me think:
- Sense 1: "a politically organized body of people under a single government" - This fits because we're talking about the country in terms of its political institutions (Congress, government)
- Sense 2: "the territory occupied by a nation" - This could also work, but the emphasis here is on the political institutions, not the territory

Given that the context emphasizes the political institutions (Congress, government), sense 1 seems more appropriate. The country is being referred to as a political entity with institutions, not as a geographical territory.
The focus on democratic institutions and political confidence points toward sense 1 rather than a territorial interpretation. Since the passage centers on people's trust in their nation's governmental structures, the politically organized entity makes more sense than the physical geography.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: congress
Target surface form: Congress
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's <t>Congress</t> and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=congress%1:14:01:: | definition=the legislature of the United States government | synonyms=United States Congress, U.S. Congress
2. sense_key=congress%1:14:00:: | definition=a meeting of elected or appointed representatives
3. sense_key=congress%1:14:02:: | definition=a national legislative assembly
4. sense_key=congress%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman; the man's penis is inserted into the woman's vagina and excited until orgasm and ejaculation occur | synonyms=sexual intercourse, intercourse, sex act, copulation, coitus, coition

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

The context discusses confidence in "their country's Congress" across Latin American nations (Peru, Mexico, Brazil). The passage refers to the national legislative assembly of these countries in general, not specifically the United States Congress. Sense 3 ("a national legislative assembly") is the appropriate generic sense that applies to the legislature of any country.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze this sentence to determine the correct sense of "Congress":

"Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government..."

The context is discussing democracy in Latin American countries (Peru, Mexico, Brazil). The text talks about:
- Support for democracy
- How democracy works in practice
- Confidence in country's Congress vs government

The passage is about Latin American countries and their democratic institutions. "Congress" here refers to a legislative body of a country - specifically the national legislature.

Let me evaluate each sense:

1. sense_key=congress%1:14:01:: - "the legislature of the United States government" - This is specifically about the US Congress. While the context mentions the region (Pacific rim of South America), it's discussing Latin American countries like Peru, Mexico, and Brazil, not the US. So this is too specific.

2. sense_key=congress%1:14:00:: - "a meeting of elected or appointed representatives" - This is too general and doesn't fit the context of referring to an institution of government.

3. sense_key=congress%1:14:02:: - "a national legislative assembly" - This fits perfectly. The text is referring to the national legislature of various Latin American countries (Peru, Mexico, Brazil). This is the generic sense that applies to any country's national legislature.

4. sense_key=congress%1:04:01:: - "the act of sexual procreation..." - This is clearly not applicable to the context at all.

The best answer is sense 3 - "a national legislative assembly" - because the context discusses Latin American countries' legislatures in general, not specifically the US Congress.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: government
Target surface form: government
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their <t>government</t>, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=government%1:14:00:: | definition=the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit | synonyms=authorities, regime | examples=the government reduced taxes; the matter was referred to higher authorities
2. sense_key=government%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of governing; exercising authority | synonyms=governing, governance, government activity, administration | examples=regulations for the governing of state prisons; he had considerable experience of government
3. sense_key=government%1:09:00:: | definition=(government) the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed | examples=tyrannical government
4. sense_key=government%1:09:01:: | definition=the study of government of states and other political units | synonyms=politics, political science

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

The context discusses respondents' confidence in their "country's Congress and...their government." This parallel construction treats government as a concrete institution or organization (the governing authority), similar to Congress as a specific governmental body. The example "the government reduced taxes" and synonyms like "authorities" and "regime" in sense 1 all align with this institutional reading, rather than the act of governing, a system of governance, or academic study.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the context for the word "government" in this sentence:

"Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively)."

The context is discussing people's confidence in different institutions. It mentions:
- Congress (a legislative body)
- Government (being compared to Congress as an institution people have confidence in)

This is talking about the government as an institution/organization that is the governing authority, not about:
- The act of governing (sense 2)
- The system/form of governing (sense 3)
- The study of government (sense 4)

The word "government" here refers to the organization/institution that governs - similar to how Congress is being mentioned as a specific institution. People have "confidence in their country's Congress and...their government" - these are parallel constructions referring to institutions.

Looking at the senses:
1. "the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit" - This fits perfectly. The synonyms "authorities, regime" and examples like "the government reduced taxes" all point to government as an institution/organization.
2. "the act of governing; exercising authority" - This is about the action, not an institution.
3. "the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed" - This is about how governance works systematically.
4. "the study of government" - This is academic study.

The answer is clearly sense 1.