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Which numbered sense of "bother" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: After a while he began to feel better about it, especially when no one <t>bothered</t> to ask any questions.

Senses:
1. definition=take the trouble to do something; concern oneself | examples=He did not trouble to call his mother on her birthday
2. definition=cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations | examples=Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me
3. definition=to cause inconvenience or discomfort to | examples=Sorry to trouble you, but...
4. definition=intrude or enter uninvited | examples=Don't bother the professor while she is grading term papers
5. definition=make nervous or agitated | examples=The mere thought of her bothered him and made his heart beat faster
6. definition=make confused or perplexed or puzzled

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "After a while he began to feel better about it, especially when no one <t>bothered</t> to ask any questions."

The phrase is "no one bothered to ask any questions."

Let me look at each sense:

1. "take the trouble to do something; concern oneself" - This fits! "No one bothered to ask" means "no one took the trouble to ask" or "no one concerned themselves with asking." The example given is "He did not trouble to call his mother on her birthday" which is very similar in structure.

2. "cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations" - This doesn't fit well. The sentence isn't saying the questions annoyed him.

3. "to cause inconvenience or discomfort to" - This could potentially work but doesn't fit as well as #1.

4. "intrude or enter uninvited" - This doesn't fit. The sentence is about asking questions, not intruding.

5. "make nervous or agitated" - This doesn't fit.

6. "make confused or perplexed or puzzled" - This doesn't fit.

The correct answer is sense 1. The phrase "bothered to ask" means "took the trouble to ask" or "made the effort to ask."


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Which numbered sense of "ask" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: After a while he began to feel better about it, especially when no one bothered to <t>ask</t> any questions.

Senses:
1. definition=inquire about | examples=I asked about their special today
2. definition=make a request or demand for something to somebody | examples=She asked him for a loan
3. definition=direct or put; seek an answer to | examples=ask a question
4. definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time
5. definition=address a question to and expect an answer from | examples=Ask your teacher about trigonometry
6. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did
7. definition=require or ask for as a price or condition | examples=He is asking $200 for the table

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reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "After a while he began to feel better about it, especially when no one bothered to ask any questions."

The verb "ask" is being used with "questions" as the object. Let me examine each sense:

1. "inquire about" - This would be asking in a general way about something. The example "I asked about their special today" shows inquiring about something.

2. "make a request or demand for something to somebody" - This is asking someone for something specific. The example shows asking FOR a loan.

3. "direct or put; seek an answer to" - This is about asking a question, seeking an answer. The example is "ask a question" - this matches our sentence perfectly.

4. "consider obligatory; request and expect" - This is different, about requiring something. The example is about time requirements.

5. "address a question to and expect an answer from" - This is asking someone a question directly. The example is "Ask your teacher about trigonometry."

6. "require as useful, just, or proper" - This is about requirements. The example seems odd.

7. "require or ask for as a price or condition" - This is asking for a price. The example is asking $200 for something.

In the sentence, "no one bothered to ask any questions" - the phrase is "ask questions" which is exactly the same as the example in sense 3: "ask a question."

Sense 3 is the correct answer.

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Which numbered sense of "question" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: After a while he began to feel better about it, especially when no one bothered to ask any <t>questions</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=an instance of questioning | examples=there was a question about my training
2. definition=the subject matter at issue | examples=the question of disease merits serious discussion
3. definition=a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply | examples=he asked a direct question
4. definition=uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something | examples=the dubiousness of his claim
5. definition=a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote | examples=he made a motion to adjourn
6. definition=an informal reference to a marriage proposal | examples=he was ready to pop the question

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "After a while he began to feel better about it, especially when no one bothered to ask any <t>questions</t>."

In this context, "questions" refers to sentences of inquiry - things that one person asks another person to get information or clarification. The phrase "ask any questions" is a common idiom meaning to pose inquiries or seek information.

Let me check each sense:
1. "an instance of questioning" - this is close, but more about the act
2. "the subject matter at issue" - not this
3. "a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply" - YES, this matches. When you "ask questions," you're posing sentences of inquiry
4. "uncertainty about the truth" - not this
5. "a formal proposal for action" - not this
6. "an informal reference to a marriage proposal" - not this

The answer is 3.


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Which numbered sense of "coincidence" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Still later, he finally convinced himself that it was an accident -- just a <t>coincidence</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental
2. definition=the quality of occupying the same position or area in space | examples=he waited for the coincidence of the target and the cross hairs
3. definition=the temporal property of two things happening at the same time | examples=the interval determining the coincidence gate is adjustable

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and the three definitions:

Sentence: "Still later, he finally convinced himself that it was an accident -- just a coincidence."

The context suggests that the character is trying to convince himself that something unexpected that happened was merely an accident, not something intentional or arranged. He's reassuring himself that it was just a coincidence - meaning something that happened by chance rather than being planned.

Let me examine each sense:

1. "an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental" - This fits perfectly. The sentence is saying that something happened that could have appeared to be arranged or intentional, but the character is convincing himself it was actually just accidental, just a coincidence.

2. "the quality of occupying the same position or area in space" - This is about physical overlap or spatial positioning. This doesn't fit the context at all.

3. "the temporal property of two things happening at the same time" - This is about timing, two things happening simultaneously. While coincidences can involve timing, this definition is very specific and technical. The sentence doesn't seem to be about two things happening at the same time specifically.

The most appropriate answer is sense 1, which captures the idea of something that appeared to be arranged or intentional but was actually accidental.


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Which numbered sense of "stranger" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: The <t>stranger</t> really had nothing to do with it, of course

Senses:
1. definition=anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
2. definition=an individual that one is not acquainted with

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The stranger really had nothing to do with it, of course"

The sentence is referring to a person ("the stranger") in a context where they are being discussed in relation to some event or situation ("had nothing to do with it").

Now let's look at the two senses:
1. "anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found" - This emphasizes the notion of not belonging or being out of place in a particular environment.
2. "an individual that one is not acquainted with" - This emphasizes not being known by someone.

In the given sentence, "the stranger" is someone who is not acquainted with the speaker/narrator (hence why they have no involvement in the situation). The sentence doesn't explicitly emphasize that this person doesn't belong in an environment - it's more about this being someone the speaker doesn't know.

Sense 2 seems to be the better fit, as it's about someone you don't know, which is the standard definition of "stranger" in this context.


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Which numbered sense of "happy" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Haney went to bed, <t>happy</t> that at least he was rid of that lousy landlord.

Senses:
1. definition=enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure | examples=a happy smile
2. definition=marked by good fortune | examples=a felicitous life
3. definition=eagerly disposed to act or to be of service | examples=glad to help
4. definition=well expressed and to the point | examples=a happy turn of phrase

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Haney went to bed, happy that at least he was rid of that lousy landlord."

In this context, "happy" means that Haney is experiencing joy or pleasure about getting rid of the landlord. He's feeling pleased or content about this situation.

Let me check each sense:

1. "enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure" - This matches. Haney is happy (feeling joy/pleasure) that he got rid of the landlord. The example "a happy smile" shows emotions/feelings of joy.

2. "marked by good fortune" - This is about luck or fortunate circumstances. While getting rid of a bad landlord could be considered fortunate, the primary meaning here is about his emotional state (joy/pleasure), not about fortune or luck.

3. "eagerly disposed to act or to be of service" - This means someone is willing to help. This doesn't fit the context at all.

4. "well expressed and to the point" - This refers to a quality of speech or writing. This doesn't apply here.

The correct answer is sense 1, as "happy" is expressing Haney's emotional state of joy/pleasure about being rid of the landlord.


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Which numbered sense of "lousy" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Haney went to bed, happy that at least he was rid of that <t>lousy</t> landlord.

Senses:
1. definition=very bad | examples=a lousy play
2. definition=infested with lice | examples=burned their lousy clothes
3. definition=vile; despicable | examples=a dirty (or lousy) trick

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Haney went to bed, happy that at least he was rid of that lousy landlord."

In this context, "lousy" is being used to describe the landlord in a negative way. The speaker/Haney is expressing relief at being rid of this landlord, characterizing them as "lousy."

Let me look at each sense:

1. "very bad" - This could fit. A lousy landlord would be a bad landlord.
2. "infested with lice" - This doesn't fit in context. The landlord isn't being described as literally infested with lice; that would be a strange way to describe a person in this context.
3. "vile; despicable" - This could also fit, meaning the landlord is a despicable/vile person.

The key difference between senses 1 and 3:
- Sense 1: "very bad" is a more general negative descriptor
- Sense 3: "vile; despicable" implies a moral judgment of being despicable or contemptible

In the context "rid of that lousy landlord," it seems like the speaker is expressing that the landlord was a bad person/landlord - something vile or despicable. However, "very bad" is also a reasonable interpretation.

Looking at the examples:
- "a lousy play" - something that's very bad in quality
- "a dirty (or lousy) trick" - something vile and despicable

The sentence seems to be closer to the "dirty trick" usage - where a landlord is being characterized as vile/despicable rather than just bad.

However, "very bad" (sense 1) is also quite fitting and is perhaps the more common modern usage.

Given that both could work, but the context suggests a moral judgment (being happy to be rid of them), sense 3 "vile; despicable" seems more appropriate. But sense 1 is also very plausible.
On reflection, sense 1 "very bad" is the most direct reading here—the landlord was simply a poor landlord, and that's what makes Haney relieved to be free of him.


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Which numbered sense of "man" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: After all, the <t>man</t> had no family, so no one suffered, and everybody was better off for it.

Senses:
1. definition=an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) | examples=there were two women and six men on the bus
2. definition=someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | examples=two men stood sentry duty
3. definition=the generic use of the word to refer to any human being | examples=it was every man for himself
4. definition=any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
5. definition=a male subordinate | examples=the chief stationed two men outside the building
6. definition=an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) | examples=the army will make a man of you
7. definition=a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer | examples=Jeeves was Bertie Wooster's man
8. definition=a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman | examples=she takes good care of her man
9. definition=one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea
10. definition=game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games | examples=he taught me to set up the men on the chess board
11. definition=all of the living human inhabitants of the earth | examples=all the world loves a lover

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "After all, the man had no family, so no one suffered, and everybody was better off for it."

The context suggests this is referring to a specific male person (with "the" indicating a particular individual). The sentence is discussing this person's circumstances - that he had no family and therefore his death (implied by "no one suffered, and everybody was better off for it") didn't cause family suffering.

Let me check each sense:

1. "an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)" - This is the basic, literal meaning of a male adult. This seems to fit the usage here.

2. "someone who serves in the armed forces" - No indication of military context.

3. "the generic use of the word to refer to any human being" - This would be used in a more universal context, like "every man for himself."

4. "any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae..." - This is too technical/scientific.

5. "a male subordinate" - No indication of a subordinate relationship.

6. "an adult male person who has a manly character..." - The sentence doesn't emphasize virility or courage.

7. "a manservant who acts as a personal attendant..." - No indication of servant status.

8. "a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend)..." - No indication of romantic relationship.

9. "one of the British Isles..." - This is a proper noun, not applicable.

10. "game equipment..." - Not applicable.

11. "all of the living human inhabitants..." - This is about all humans collectively.

The answer is sense 1 - it's simply referring to an adult male person in the basic, literal sense.


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Which numbered sense of "have" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: After all, the man <t>had</t> no family, so no one suffered, and everybody was better off for it.

Senses:
1. definition=have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense | examples=She has $1,000 in the bank
2. definition=have as a feature | examples=This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France
3. definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | examples=get an idea
4. definition=have ownership or possession of | examples=He owns three houses in Florida
5. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | examples=He got his squad on the ball
6. definition=serve oneself to, or consume regularly | examples=Have another bowl of chicken soup!
7. definition=have a personal or business relationship with someone | examples=have a postdoc
8. definition=organize or be responsible for | examples=hold a reception
9. definition=have left | examples=I have two years left
10. definition=be confronted with | examples=What do we have here?
11. definition=undergo | examples=The stocks had a fast run-up
12. definition=suffer from; be ill with | examples=She has arthritis
13. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR
14. definition=receive willingly something given or offered | examples=The only girl who would have him was the miller's daughter
15. definition=get something; come into possession of | examples=receive payment
16. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident
17. definition=achieve a point or goal | examples=Nicklaus had a 70
18. definition=cause to be born | examples=My wife had twins yesterday!
19. definition=have sex with; archaic use | examples=He had taken this woman when she was most vulnerable

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "After all, the man had no family, so no one suffered, and everybody was better off for it."

The phrase is "the man had no family." I need to determine what sense of "have" is being used here.

Looking at the meaning: "the man had no family" means the man did not possess a family, or the man's situation was that he had no family members. This is expressing possession or the state of having something (or in this case, not having it).

Let me look at the senses:

1. "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense" - Examples: "She has $1,000 in the bank" - This seems to fit. The man had (possessed) no family.

2. "have as a feature" - Not quite, this is about characteristics/features.

3. "go through (mental or physical states or experiences)" - Not applicable here.

4. "have ownership or possession of" - This could also fit, very similar to #1.

5. "cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition" - No.

6. "serve oneself to, or consume regularly" - No.

7. "have a personal or business relationship with someone" - Could fit, but seems more specific.

8. "organize or be responsible for" - No.

9. "have left" - No.

10. "be confronted with" - No.

11. "undergo" - No.

12. "suffer from; be ill with" - No, the man didn't suffer from having no family (ironically the sentence says no one suffered because he had no family).

13. "cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner" - No.

14. "receive willingly something given or offered" - No.

15. "get something; come into possession of" - No, this is past tense in the sentence, it's about what he already had.
16-18 don't apply either—none of these cover the meaning of lacking family members. Sense 1 is broader than sense 4, encompassing both concrete and abstract possession, which better captures the state of not having family rather than legal ownership. The answer is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "family" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: After all, the man had no <t>family</t>, so no one suffered, and everybody was better off for it.

Senses:
1. definition=a social unit living together | examples=he moved his family to Virginia
2. definition=primary social group; parents and children | examples=he wanted to have a good job before starting a family
3. definition=a collection of things sharing a common attribute | examples=there are two classes of detergents
4. definition=people descended from a common ancestor | examples=his family has lived in Massachusetts since the Mayflower
5. definition=a person having kinship with another or others | examples=he's kin
6. definition=(biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more genera | examples=sharks belong to the fish family
7. definition=a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities
8. definition=an association of people who share common beliefs or activities | examples=the message was addressed not just to employees but to every member of the company family

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "After all, the man had no <t>family</t>, so no one suffered, and everybody was better off for it."

The context suggests that the man has no close relatives or kinship bonds. The sentence is saying that because he had no family, there was no one dependent on him who would suffer from his actions.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "a social unit living together" - This could fit, as it refers to people living together as a family unit.

2. "primary social group; parents and children" - This is about starting a family, which doesn't quite fit.

3. "a collection of things sharing a common attribute" - This is about objects, not people. Doesn't fit.

4. "people descended from a common ancestor" - This is about relatives/kinship. Could fit.

5. "a person having kinship with another or others" - This is about kinship relations. Could fit.

6. Biology taxonomy - Doesn't fit.

7. Gangster affiliation - Doesn't fit.

8. Association of people with common beliefs - Doesn't fit.

The key is understanding what "having no family" means in this context. It means the man has no close relatives - no parents, siblings, spouse, or children who would be affected by his actions. This is about people descended from a common ancestor or having kinship with him.

Between 4 and 5:
- Sense 4: "people descended from a common ancestor" - This refers to extended family/relatives
- Sense 5: "a person having kinship with another or others" - This is more general kinship

The most natural reading is sense 4, referring to relatives/family members by blood or marriage. When someone says "he had no family," they typically mean he had no relatives.

Actually, looking more carefully at sense 1 "a social unit living together" - this could also work as it refers to family members as a unit.
The most straightforward interpretation of "having no family" in this context points to sense 4—relatives connected by blood or marriage. That's the answer.


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Which numbered sense of "suffer" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: After all, the man had no family, so no one <t>suffered</t>, and everybody was better off for it.

Senses:
1. definition=undergo or be subjected to | examples=He suffered the penalty
2. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident
3. definition=experience (emotional) pain | examples=Every time her husband gets drunk, she suffers
4. definition=put up with something or somebody unpleasant | examples=I cannot bear his constant criticism
5. definition=get worse | examples=His grades suffered
6. definition=feel pain or be in pain
7. definition=feel physical pain | examples=Were you hurting after the accident?
8. definition=feel unwell or uncomfortable | examples=She is suffering from the hot weather
9. definition=be given to | examples=She suffers from a tendency to talk too much
10. definition=undergo or suffer | examples=meet a violent death
11. definition=be set at a disadvantage | examples=This author really suffers in translation

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "After all, the man had no family, so no one suffered, and everybody was better off for it."

In this context, "suffered" means that no one experienced emotional pain or distress due to the man's situation. The context suggests that since the man had no family, there was no one to feel upset, grieve, or be emotionally affected by his situation.

Let me go through the senses:

1. "undergo or be subjected to" - This is too general and doesn't fit the emotional context
2. "undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)" - This is about physical injuries/illnesses, not what's being used here
3. "experience (emotional) pain" - This fits! The sentence is saying no one experienced emotional pain because he had no family
4. "put up with something or somebody unpleasant" - This is more about tolerating something, not quite right
5. "get worse" - Not applicable here
6. "feel pain or be in pain" - This is physical pain, not the context here
7. "feel physical pain" - Again, physical pain
8. "feel unwell or uncomfortable" - This is about physical discomfort, not emotional pain
9. "be given to" - Not applicable
10. "undergo or suffer" - Too vague
11. "be set at a disadvantage" - Not what's meant here

The answer is 3 - "experience (emotional) pain" - because the sentence is saying that no one suffered emotionally because the man had no family. The logic is: he has no family, therefore no one would feel emotional pain from his situation, and everyone was better off (probably implying better off without having to deal with him).


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Which numbered sense of "say" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Really, he <t>said</t> to himself, nobody kills a man just as a favor!!

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
2. definition=report or maintain | examples=He alleged that he was the victim of a crime
3. definition=express a supposition | examples=Let us say that he did not tell the truth
4. definition=have or contain a certain wording or form | examples=The passage reads as follows
5. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | examples=I said to him to go home
6. definition=speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way | examples=She pronounces French words in a funny way
7. definition=communicate or express nonverbally | examples=What does this painting say?
8. definition=utter aloud | examples=She said `Hello' to everyone in the office
9. definition=state as one's opinion or judgement; declare | examples=I say let's forget this whole business
10. definition=recite or repeat a fixed text | examples=Say grace
11. definition=indicate | examples=The clock says noon

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Really, he said to himself, nobody kills a man just as a favor!!"

The character is speaking to himself, expressing his thoughts or opinion about something. He's stating his judgment or opinion about the situation.

Let me go through each sense:

1. "express in words" - This is general but could fit
2. "report or maintain" - Not really about alleging
3. "express a supposition" - Not about supposing
4. "have or contain a certain wording or form" - No, this doesn't fit
5. "give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority" - No
6. "speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way" - Not about how it's pronounced
7. "communicate or express nonverbally" - No, he's speaking to himself
8. "utter aloud" - Possibly, but seems too literal
9. "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" - This fits well. He's declaring/stating his opinion about the situation
10. "recite or repeat a fixed text" - No
11. "indicate" - No

The key phrase is "to himself" - he's speaking internally, expressing his opinion or judgment about the situation. This matches sense 9: "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" with the example "I say let's forget this whole business" which also expresses an opinion.

The answer is 9.


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Which numbered sense of "kill" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Really, he said to himself, nobody <t>kills</t> a man just as a favor!!

Senses:
1. definition=cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly | examples=This man killed several people when he tried to rob a bank
2. definition=thwart the passage of | examples=kill a motion
3. definition=end or extinguish by forceful means | examples=Stamp out poverty!
4. definition=be fatal | examples=cigarettes kill
5. definition=be the source of great pain for | examples=These new shoes are killing me!
6. definition=overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration | examples=The comedian was so funny, he was killing me!
7. definition=hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games | examples=She killed the ball
8. definition=hit with great force | examples=He killed the ball
9. definition=deprive of life | examples=AIDS has killed thousands in Africa
10. definition=cause the death of, without intention | examples=She was killed in the collision of three cars
11. definition=drink down entirely | examples=He downed three martinis before dinner
12. definition=mark for deletion, rub off, or erase | examples=kill these lines in the President's speech
13. definition=tire out completely | examples=The daily stress of her work is killing her
14. definition=cause to cease operating | examples=kill the engine
15. definition=destroy a vitally essential quality of or in | examples=Eating artichokes kills the taste of all other foods

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Really, he said to himself, nobody <t>kills</t> a man just as a favor!!"

The context suggests that someone is expressing disbelief or rejection of the idea that a person would kill (murder) another person as a simple favor. This is talking about taking someone's life.

Looking at the senses:
1. "cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly" - This fits the context perfectly. Killing a man means causing his death intentionally.
9. "deprive of life" - This also could work, but it's less specific about intentionality
10. "cause the death of, without intention" - This doesn't fit because the sentence implies intentional killing ("as a favor")

The key phrase is "kills a man just as a favor" - this clearly refers to murder/intentional killing. Sense 1 specifically mentions "usually intentionally or knowingly" which matches the context perfectly.

Sense 9 "deprive of life" is too general and doesn't emphasize the intentional nature as clearly as sense 1.

The answer should be 1.


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Which numbered sense of "man" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Really, he said to himself, nobody kills a <t>man</t> just as a favor!!

Senses:
1. definition=an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) | examples=there were two women and six men on the bus
2. definition=someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | examples=two men stood sentry duty
3. definition=the generic use of the word to refer to any human being | examples=it was every man for himself
4. definition=any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
5. definition=a male subordinate | examples=the chief stationed two men outside the building
6. definition=an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) | examples=the army will make a man of you
7. definition=a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer | examples=Jeeves was Bertie Wooster's man
8. definition=a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman | examples=she takes good care of her man
9. definition=one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea
10. definition=game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games | examples=he taught me to set up the men on the chess board
11. definition=all of the living human inhabitants of the earth | examples=all the world loves a lover

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Really, he said to himself, nobody kills a <t>man</t> just as a favor!!"

The speaker is talking about killing a "man" and emphasizing that this is a serious act - it shouldn't be done "just as a favor" to someone. This suggests a moral or ethical weight to the act of killing a man.

Looking at the senses:

1. "an adult person who is male" - This is a basic definition, could apply
2. "someone who serves in the armed forces" - Not the context here
3. "the generic use of the word to refer to any human being" - This could apply - the sense is that killing any human being is serious
4. "any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae" - Too scientific, not the sense here
5. "a male subordinate" - No context for this
6. "an adult male person who has a manly character" - No context suggesting this
7. "a manservant" - No context for this
8. "a male person who plays a significant role in the life of a particular woman" - No context for this
9. "one of the British Isles" - Obviously not
10. "game equipment" - Obviously not
11. "all of the living human inhabitants of the earth" - This could apply

The key is understanding what "man" means in this context. The speaker is emphasizing that killing a man (a human being) is a serious matter, not something to be done casually as a favor.

This seems to be using sense 3 - "the generic use of the word to refer to any human being" - because the point is about the seriousness of killing any human being, not specifically about a male person per se.

Alternatively, it could be sense 1, just referring to an adult male person.

But given the emphasis on the gravity of the act, I think sense 3 (the generic/universal sense referring to any human being) is most appropriate here.


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Which numbered sense of "favor" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Really, he said to himself, nobody kills a man just as a <t>favor</t>!!

Senses:
1. definition=an act of gracious kindness
2. definition=an advantage to the benefit of someone or something | examples=the outcome was in his favor
3. definition=an inclination to approve | examples=that style is in favor this season
4. definition=a feeling of favorable regard
5. definition=souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Really, he said to himself, nobody kills a man just as a favor!!"

The word "favor" here is being used to mean an act of kindness or help that someone does for another person. The speaker is expressing that it's unbelievable that nobody would kill a man as a simple act of kindness.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "an act of gracious kindness" - This matches the usage. Killing someone "as a favor" would mean doing it as an act of kindness for someone else.

2. "an advantage to the benefit of someone or something" - This doesn't fit the context well.

3. "an inclination to approve" - This doesn't fit the context.

4. "a feeling of favorable regard" - This doesn't fit the context.

5. "souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party" - This doesn't fit the context.

The correct answer is sense 1: "an act of gracious kindness"


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Which numbered sense of "think" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: So you <t>thought</t> I didn't mean what I said.

Senses:
1. definition=judge or regard; look upon; judge | examples=I think he is very smart
2. definition=expect, believe, or suppose | examples=I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel
3. definition=use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments | examples=I've been thinking all day and getting nowhere
4. definition=recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection | examples=I can't remember saying any such thing
5. definition=imagine or visualize | examples=Just think--you could be rich one day!
6. definition=focus one's attention on a certain state | examples=Think big
7. definition=have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
8. definition=decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting | examples=Can you think what to do next?
9. definition=ponder; reflect on, or reason about | examples=Think the matter through
10. definition=dispose the mind in a certain way | examples=Do you really think so?
11. definition=have or formulate in the mind | examples=think good thoughts
12. definition=be capable of conscious thought | examples=Man is the only creature that thinks
13. definition=bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation | examples=She thought herself into a state of panic over the final exam

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "So you <t>thought</t> I didn't mean what I said."

The structure is: "you thought I didn't mean what I said"

This means: "you [believed/supposed] that I didn't mean what I said"

The speaker is saying that the other person believed or had the opinion/expectation that the speaker didn't mean what they said.

Let me check the definitions:

1. "judge or regard; look upon; judge" - This could fit, as thinking someone didn't mean something is a judgment.

2. "expect, believe, or suppose" - This seems to fit very well. The person thought (believed/supposed) that the speaker didn't mean what they said.

3. "use or exercise the mind... to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution" - This is more about active problem-solving, not quite right.

4. "recall knowledge from memory" - No, this isn't about remembering.

5. "imagine or visualize" - Not really about imagination here.

6. "focus one's attention on a certain state" - Not about focusing attention.

7. "have in mind as a purpose" - Not about having a purpose.

8. "decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting" - This could fit, but it's more active reasoning.

9. "ponder; reflect on, or reason about" - Similar to 8.

10. "dispose the mind in a certain way" - This could work.

11. "have or formulate in the mind" - This could work.

12. "be capable of conscious thought" - No.

13. "bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation" - No.

The best fit is #2: "expect, believe, or suppose" - the person had the belief/expectation/supposition that the speaker didn't mean what they said.


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Which numbered sense of "mean" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: So you thought I didn't <t>mean</t> what I said.

Senses:
1. definition=mean or intend to express or convey | examples=You never understand what I mean!
2. definition=have as a logical consequence | examples=The water shortage means that we have to stop taking long showers
3. definition=denote or connote | examples=`maison' means `house' in French
4. definition=have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
5. definition=have a specified degree of importance | examples=My ex-husband means nothing to me
6. definition=intend to refer to | examples=I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France
7. definition=destine or designate for a certain purpose | examples=These flowers were meant for you

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "So you thought I didn't <t>mean</t> what I said."

The context suggests that the speaker is saying they actually did express/convey something, and the other person thought they didn't mean (express/convey) it.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "mean or intend to express or convey" - This fits well. "I didn't mean what I said" means "I didn't express/convey what I said" or "I didn't intend to express what I said." Example given: "You never understand what I mean!" - This is clearly about expressing/conveying meaning.

2. "have as a logical consequence" - Doesn't fit. The sentence isn't about consequences.

3. "denote or connote" - Could potentially fit, but it's more about the semantic meaning of words rather than expressing an idea.

4. "have in mind as a purpose" - This could work. "I didn't mean what I said" could mean "I didn't intend/purpose to say what I said." But this is more about intention to do something harmful or not.

5. "have a specified degree of importance" - Doesn't fit.

6. "intend to refer to" - This is about what you're referring to when you talk about something.

7. "destine or designate for a certain purpose" - Doesn't fit.

The most natural interpretation is sense 1: "mean or intend to express or convey." The sentence "I didn't mean what I said" means "I didn't intend to express/convey what I said" or more simply, "I wasn't serious about what I said" or "I didn't really mean to say that."

The answer is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "say" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: So you thought I didn't mean what I <t>said</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
2. definition=report or maintain | examples=He alleged that he was the victim of a crime
3. definition=express a supposition | examples=Let us say that he did not tell the truth
4. definition=have or contain a certain wording or form | examples=The passage reads as follows
5. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | examples=I said to him to go home
6. definition=speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way | examples=She pronounces French words in a funny way
7. definition=communicate or express nonverbally | examples=What does this painting say?
8. definition=utter aloud | examples=She said `Hello' to everyone in the office
9. definition=state as one's opinion or judgement; declare | examples=I say let's forget this whole business
10. definition=recite or repeat a fixed text | examples=Say grace
11. definition=indicate | examples=The clock says noon

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "So you thought I didn't mean what I said."

In this context, "said" refers to something that was expressed in words - specifically, the speaker is saying that they expressed something in words, and the other person is questioning whether they meant it.

Looking at the senses:
1. "express in words" - this seems to fit. When someone "says" something, they are expressing it in words.
2. "report or maintain" - this is more about claiming or alleging something
3. "express a supposition" - this is like "suppose" or "let's say"
4. "have or contain a certain wording or form" - this is about the content/form of something
5. "give instructions" - this is about commanding
6. "speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way" - this is about the manner of speaking
7. "communicate or express nonverbally" - not verbal
8. "utter aloud" - this is very close to sense 1, but more specific about the action of uttering
9. "state as one's opinion" - this is about stating an opinion
10. "recite or repeat" - this is about recitation
11. "indicate" - this is about showing/indicating

The sentence "So you thought I didn't mean what I said" - the person is referring to something they expressed in words. Sense 1 "express in words" with the example "He said that he wanted to marry her" is the most straightforward match. This is the basic, core sense of "say" - expressing something in words.

The answer should be 1.


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Which numbered sense of "stranger" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: The <t>stranger</t>'s eyes were large and sad, as if Phil Haney had hurt his feelings.

Senses:
1. definition=anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
2. definition=an individual that one is not acquainted with

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The <t>stranger</t>'s eyes were large and sad, as if Phil Haney had hurt his feelings."

In this sentence, "stranger" refers to a person whose eyes are being described, and the context suggests that Phil Haney had some interaction with this person that hurt their feelings.

Let me consider the two definitions:

1. "anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found" - This suggests someone who is out of place in a particular setting or environment.

2. "an individual that one is not acquainted with" - This is someone you don't know or have never met before.

From the sentence alone, we know:
- This is a person with certain physical characteristics (large, sad eyes)
- Phil Haney had some interaction with them that hurt their feelings
- The narrator is observing this person

The term "stranger" here most naturally means someone that the narrator (or perhaps Phil Haney) does not know - someone unfamiliar. The phrase "the stranger" suggests someone introduced into the narrative that we don't have prior knowledge of.

This fits better with definition 2: "an individual that one is not acquainted with" - someone you don't know.

Definition 1 is more about someone being out of place in an environment, which is a secondary sense. The primary sense here is simply that this is someone unfamiliar/not known to the people in the story.

The answer is 2.


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Which numbered sense of "eye" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: The stranger's <t>eyes</t> were large and sad, as if Phil Haney had hurt his feelings.

Senses:
1. definition=the organ of sight
2. definition=good discernment (either visually or as if visually) | examples=she has an eye for fresh talent
3. definition=attention to what is seen | examples=he tried to catch her eye
4. definition=an area that is approximately central within some larger region | examples=it is in the center of town
5. definition=a small hole or loop (as in a needle) | examples=the thread wouldn't go through the eye

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The stranger's <t>eyes</t> were large and sad, as if Phil Haney had hurt his feelings."

The context is describing physical characteristics of the stranger - specifically that his eyes were large and sad. This is describing the actual physical organ of sight on the face.

Let me check each sense:
1. "the organ of sight" - Yes, this matches. The sentence is talking about the physical eyes of the stranger.
2. "good discernment (either visually or as if visually)" - No, it's not about discernment or talent recognition
3. "attention to what is seen" - No, it's not about catching someone's attention or gaze
4. "an area that is approximately central within some larger region" - No, this doesn't apply
5. "a small hole or loop (as in a needle)" - No, this doesn't apply

The answer is clearly 1, as it's referring to the physical organ of sight that can be described as "large and sad."


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Which numbered sense of "large" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: The stranger's eyes were <t>large</t> and sad, as if Phil Haney had hurt his feelings.

Senses:
1. definition=above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent | examples=a large city
2. definition=fairly large or important in effect; influential | examples=played a large role in the negotiations
3. definition=ostentatiously lofty in style | examples=a man given to large talk
4. definition=generous and understanding and tolerant | examples=a heart big enough to hold no grudges
5. definition=conspicuous in position or importance | examples=a big figure in the movement
6. definition=having broad power and range and scope | examples=taking the large view
7. definition=in an advanced stage of pregnancy | examples=was big with child

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The stranger's eyes were <t>large</t> and sad, as if Phil Haney had hurt his feelings."

In this context, "large" is describing the physical size of the stranger's eyes. The eyes are described as being large in physical dimensions, and this characteristic is being noted along with them being sad.

Looking at the senses:

1. "above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent | examples=a large city" - This fits. The eyes being "large" means they are above average in size.

2. "fairly large or important in effect; influential | examples=played a large role in the negotiations" - This is about importance/influence, not physical size.

3. "ostentatiously lofty in style | examples=a man given to large talk" - This is about manner of speaking or style, not physical size.

4. "generous and understanding and tolerant | examples=a heart big enough to hold no grudges" - This is about character/generosity, not physical size.

5. "conspicuous in position or importance | examples=a big figure in the movement" - This is about importance/prominence, not physical size.

6. "having broad power and range and scope | examples=taking the large view" - This is about scope/breadth, not physical size.

7. "in an advanced stage of pregnancy | examples=was big with child" - This is about pregnancy, not applicable here.

The correct answer is sense 1, which refers to above average size or magnitude.


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Which numbered sense of "sad" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: The stranger's eyes were large and <t>sad</t>, as if Phil Haney had hurt his feelings.

Senses:
1. definition=experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness; ; - Christina Rossetti | examples=feeling sad because his dog had died
2. definition=of things that make you feel sad; ; ; ; - Christina Rossetti | examples=sad news
3. definition=bad; unfortunate | examples=my finances were in a deplorable state

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The stranger's eyes were large and <t>sad</t>, as if Phil Haney had hurt his feelings."

In this sentence, "sad" is describing the eyes of the stranger. The eyes are said to be "sad" as if showing that someone's feelings had been hurt. This means the eyes are expressing or showing sadness/sorrow/unhappiness.

Let me check each sense:

1. "experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness" - This fits. The eyes are showing sadness/sorrow. The example given is "feeling sad because his dog had died" which is about experiencing sadness.

2. "of things that make you feel sad" - This would be about things that cause sadness in the observer, not things that express or show sadness.

3. "bad; unfortunate" - This doesn't fit the context.

The correct answer is sense 1, because the stranger's eyes are "showing" sorrow or unhappiness (the "showing" part of "experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness").


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Which numbered sense of "hurt" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: The stranger's eyes were large and sad, as if Phil Haney had <t>hurt</t> his feelings.

Senses:
1. definition=be the source of pain
2. definition=give trouble or pain to | examples=This exercise will hurt your back
3. definition=cause emotional anguish or make miserable | examples=It pains me to see my children not being taught well in school
4. definition=cause damage or affect negatively | examples=Our business was hurt by the new competition
5. definition=hurt the feelings of | examples=She hurt me when she did not include me among her guests
6. definition=feel physical pain | examples=Were you hurting after the accident?
7. definition=feel pain or be in pain

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The stranger's eyes were large and sad, as if Phil Haney had <t>hurt</t> his feelings."

The context is about hurting someone's feelings. Let me look at each sense:

1. "be the source of pain" - too general, not specific to feelings
2. "give trouble or pain to" - example is about physical pain (back), not feelings
3. "cause emotional anguish or make miserable" - this is about emotions, but the example talks about children not being taught well, which is about causing misery in a different way
4. "cause damage or affect negatively" - this is about business/damage, not specifically about feelings
5. "hurt the feelings of" - this is directly about hurting someone's feelings, with the example "She hurt me when she did not include me among her guests" which is about emotional hurt
6. "feel physical pain" - this is about the person experiencing pain, not causing it
7. "feel pain or be in pain" - similar to 6, about experiencing pain

The sentence says "Phil Haney had hurt his feelings" - this is about one person causing emotional pain to another person's feelings. Sense 5 specifically says "hurt the feelings of" with an example about emotional hurt, so this is the correct answer.


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Which numbered sense of "dream" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was like a recurrent, annoying <t>dream</t>, but now the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare.

Senses:
1. definition=a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep | examples=I had a dream about you last night
2. definition=imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake | examples=he lives in a dream that has nothing to do with reality
3. definition=a cherished desire | examples=his ambition is to own his own business
4. definition=a fantastic but vain hope (from fantasies induced by the opium pipe) | examples=I have this pipe dream about being emperor of the universe
5. definition=a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality | examples=he went about his work as if in a dream
6. definition=someone or something wonderful | examples=this dessert is a dream

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare."

The context is about something that happens repeatedly and is annoying, and it's transitioning into something more nightmare-like. The speaker is describing it as "like a recurrent, annoying dream."

Let me go through each sense:

1. "a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep" - This could fit since they mention it taking on overtones of a nightmare, which is typically something that occurs during sleep. However, the phrasing "it was like a recurrent, annoying dream" suggests this is describing something that actually happens while awake, not necessarily something that occurs only during sleep.

2. "imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake" - This could fit if the speaker is describing something that feels dreamlike while awake, but it's not clear if that's the case.

3. "a cherished desire" - This doesn't seem to fit. There's no indication of a cherished desire.

4. "a fantastic but vain hope" - This doesn't seem to fit either.

5. "a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality" - This could fit. The phrase "it was like a recurrent, annoying dream" could describe a state of mind.

6. "someone or something wonderful" - This doesn't fit. It's described as annoying.

Looking more carefully: "It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare."

The fact that it mentions "overtones of a nightmare" strongly suggests this is referring to sense 1 - actual dreams occurring during sleep. A nightmare is specifically a bad dream during sleep, so the context is clearly about dreams in the sleep sense.

The answer is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "dream" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the <t>dream</t> was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare.

Senses:
1. definition=a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep | examples=I had a dream about you last night
2. definition=imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake | examples=he lives in a dream that has nothing to do with reality
3. definition=a cherished desire | examples=his ambition is to own his own business
4. definition=a fantastic but vain hope (from fantasies induced by the opium pipe) | examples=I have this pipe dream about being emperor of the universe
5. definition=a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality | examples=he went about his work as if in a dream
6. definition=someone or something wonderful | examples=this dessert is a dream

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the <t>dream</t> was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare."

The sentence describes something that is "like a recurrent, annoying dream" and then says "the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare."

Let me consider each sense:

1. "a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep" - This is the literal meaning of a dream during sleep. The sentence could be referring to this, but the context suggests something more metaphorical.

2. "imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake" - This could fit, as the person seems to be describing something that has dream-like qualities but isn't literally a dream.

3. "a cherished desire" - This doesn't fit the context well.

4. "a fantastic but vain hope" - This doesn't fit the context.

5. "a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality" - This could fit, as the sentence describes something "like a dream" which suggests a state of mind rather than an actual sleeping dream.

6. "someone or something wonderful" - This doesn't fit the context.

The phrase "it was like a recurrent, annoying dream" and "the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare" suggests the speaker is describing a state of mind or an abstraction rather than an actual sleep dream. The use of "like" suggests it's metaphorical.

Sense 5 seems most appropriate: "a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality" - this captures the idea that something (perhaps waking reality or a situation) has taken on a dream-like quality, where one is somewhat detached from reality or in an abstracted state.

Actually, looking more carefully, sense 2 "imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake" also fits well - the "dream" here seems to refer to imaginative, dream-like thoughts or scenarios the person is experiencing while awake.
The comparison to something "recurrent" and "annoying" that's shifting toward nightmare territory points more toward a psychological state than mere daydreaming. Sense 5 captures this better—the detachment and abstraction from reality that characterizes the experience.


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Which numbered sense of "begin" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the dream was <t>beginning</t> to take on overtones of a nightmare.

Senses:
1. definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | examples=We began working at dawn
2. definition=have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | examples=The DMZ begins right over the hill
3. definition=set in motion, cause to start | examples=The U.S. started a war in the Middle East
4. definition=begin to speak or say;  he began | examples=Now listen, friends,
5. definition=be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series | examples=The number `one' begins the sequence
6. definition=have a beginning, of a temporal event | examples=WW II began in 1939 when Hitler marched into Poland
7. definition=have a beginning characterized in some specified way | examples=The novel begins with a murder
8. definition=begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object | examples=begin a cigar
9. definition=achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative | examples=This economic measure doesn't even begin to deal with the problem of inflation
10. definition=begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language | examples=She began Russian at an early age

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare."

The key phrase is "the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare."

"Beginning to take on" means the dream is starting to acquire or develop these nightmare overtones. This is about initiating or starting an action/process.

Let me go through the senses:

1. "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - This could fit. The dream is starting to take on overtones, which is an action/process beginning.

2. "have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense" - This is about something existing or coming into existence in some way.

3. "set in motion, cause to start" - Similar to 1, but slightly different framing.

4. "begin to speak or say" - Doesn't fit, not about speaking.

5. "be the first item or point" - Doesn't fit.

6. "have a beginning, of a temporal event" - This is about events having a starting point in time.

7. "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - About how something begins.

8. "begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object" - Like "begin a cigar" = start smoking a cigar.

9. "achieve or accomplish in the least degree" - Doesn't fit.

10. "begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language" - Doesn't fit.

The phrase "beginning to take on overtones" most closely matches sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" where the action is "taking on overtones." It's the dream starting to undergo this transformation.

Actually, this could also be sense 3 "set in motion, cause to start" but the subject (the dream) is the one beginning the action, not causing something else to start.
Sense 1 fits best—the dream is initiating the process of acquiring nightmare qualities.


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Which numbered sense of "overtone" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the dream was beginning to take on <t>overtones</t> of a nightmare.

Senses:
1. definition=(usually plural) an ulterior implicit meaning or quality | examples=overtones of despair
2. definition=a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the dream was beginning to take on <t>overtones</t> of a nightmare."

The word "overtones" here is being used to describe implicit meanings or qualities associated with the dream. The phrase "take on overtones of a nightmare" means the dream is acquiring implicit characteristics or qualities of a nightmare - it's taking on underlying, implicit meanings of being nightmare-like.

This matches sense 1: "definition=(usually plural) an ulterior implicit meaning or quality | examples=overtones of despair"

Sense 2 is about harmonics in music/sound, which is clearly not what's being used here since we're talking about a dream.

The answer is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "nightmare" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a <t>nightmare</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a situation resembling a terrifying dream
2. definition=a terrifying or deeply upsetting dream

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

The sentence is: "It was like a recurrent, annoying dream, but now the dream was beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare."

The context tells us:
- It starts by comparing it to "a recurrent, annoying dream"
- Then it says the dream is "beginning to take on overtones of a nightmare"
- The word "dream" is explicitly used in the sentence

Looking at the two senses:
1. "a situation resembling a terrifying dream" - this would be a metaphorical use, referring to a real-life situation
2. "a terrifying or deeply upsetting dream" - this would be the literal use, referring to an actual dream

In this sentence, the context is clearly about an actual dream ("like a recurrent, annoying dream" and "now the dream was beginning to take on overtones"). The sentence is describing how an actual dream is becoming more terrifying or deeply upsetting.

Therefore, sense 2 ("a terrifying or deeply upsetting dream") is the correct answer because it refers to an actual dream that is becoming terrifying.


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Which numbered sense of "know" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: However, Haney <t>knew</t> it was not a dream.

Senses:
1. definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | examples=I know that the President lied to the people
2. definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit
3. definition=be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt | examples=I know that I left the key on the table
4. definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer
5. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | examples=I know the feeling!
6. definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
7. definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin
8. definition=have sexual intercourse with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm
9. definition=know the nature or character of | examples=we all knew her as a big show-off
10. definition=be able to distinguish, recognize as being different | examples=The child knows right from wrong
11. definition=perceive as familiar | examples=I know this voice!

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "However, Haney knew it was not a dream."

The word "knew" here means to have a belief or to be aware of the truth of something. Haney understood/was aware that it was not a dream.

Let me look at each definition:
1. "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information" - This could work, but it's more about possessing knowledge/information
2. "know how to do or perform something" - No, this is about ability
3. "be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt" - This fits! Haney was aware of/believed the truth that it was not a dream
4. "be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object" - No, this is about familiarity with people/objects
5. "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations" - This could work, but it's more specific
6. "accept someone to be what is claimed" - No, doesn't fit
7. "have fixed in the mind" - Possibly, but not the best fit
8. "have sexual intercourse with" - No
9. "know the nature or character of" - No
10. "be able to distinguish, recognize as being different" - No
11. "perceive as familiar" - No

The best fit is sense 3: "be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt." Haney was aware of or believed the truth that it was not a dream.

Actually, sense 1 could also work - "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about." Haney possessed knowledge/information that it was not a dream.

But sense 3 seems more precise because it emphasizes "be aware of the truth of something" and "regard as true beyond any doubt," which matches the certainty implied in the sentence.
Sense 3 is the answer.


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Which numbered sense of "dream" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: However, Haney knew it was not a <t>dream</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep | examples=I had a dream about you last night
2. definition=imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake | examples=he lives in a dream that has nothing to do with reality
3. definition=a cherished desire | examples=his ambition is to own his own business
4. definition=a fantastic but vain hope (from fantasies induced by the opium pipe) | examples=I have this pipe dream about being emperor of the universe
5. definition=a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality | examples=he went about his work as if in a dream
6. definition=someone or something wonderful | examples=this dessert is a dream

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "However, Haney knew it was not a <t>dream</t>."

The context suggests that Haney is asserting that something is real/actual, not imaginary or unreal. The word "However" and the negation "was not" suggest a contrast - perhaps Haney had been thinking something was unreal or imaginary, but now realizes it's not.

Let me consider each sense:

1. Mental images during sleep - This doesn't fit well in this context. The sentence suggests a more abstract concept.

2. Imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake - This could fit. If Haney thought something was just imaginative thinking (fantasies while awake), but then realized it wasn't, that would make sense.

3. A cherished desire - This could fit. If Haney realized something wasn't just a wish or desire, but was real.

4. A fantastic but vain hope/pipe dream - Similar to 3, this could mean something isn't just a hopeless fantasy.

5. A state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality - This fits well. If Haney realized he wasn't in some kind of daze or detached state, that things were real/not a dream-like state.

6. Someone or something wonderful - This doesn't fit the negation well.

Given the context with "knew" and "was not," it seems like Haney is establishing that something is real and not imaginary/fantastical. The most likely sense would be either 1 (literal dream) or 2 (imaginative thoughts while awake) or 5 (dream-like state).

Actually, sense 1 (mental images during sleep) seems most natural - Haney knew this wasn't something he was imagining while sleeping. But sense 5 could also work - he knew he wasn't in a dream-like state.

Looking at the example for sense 5: "he went about his work as if in a dream" - this is about being in an abstract, detached state.
The most straightforward reading is that Haney recognized something as genuinely real rather than imagined or illusory. Between the literal sense of nocturnal dreams and the figurative sense of a detached, dream-like state, the first interpretation feels most direct—he knew this wasn't merely something he was dreaming while asleep.


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Which numbered sense of "tight" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: He might be very <t>tight</t>, but he knew where he was.

Senses:
1. definition=closely constrained or constricted or constricting | examples=tight skirts
2. definition=pulled or drawn tight | examples=taut sails
3. definition=set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration | examples=in tight formation
4. definition=pressed tightly together | examples=with lips compressed
5. definition=(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity | examples=a mean person
6. definition=affected by scarcity and expensive to borrow | examples=tight money
7. definition=of such close construction as to be impermeable | examples=a tight roof
8. definition=of textiles | examples=a close weave
9. definition=securely or solidly fixed in place; rigid | examples=the bolts are tight
10. definition=(of a contest or contestants) evenly matched | examples=a close contest
11. definition=very drunk
12. definition=exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent | examples=a nasty problem
13. definition=demanding strict attention to rules and procedures | examples=rigorous discipline
14. definition=packed closely together | examples=they stood in a tight little group

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "He might be very tight, but he knew where he was."

I need to figure out which definition of "tight" makes sense in this context. The sentence suggests that despite being "tight," the person knew where he was.

Let me go through the options:

1. closely constrained - doesn't fit well
2. pulled or drawn tight - doesn't fit
3. set so close together as to be invulnerable - doesn't fit
4. pressed tightly together - doesn't fit
5. characterized by lack of generosity (stingy/miserly) - could fit grammatically, meaning he was miserly/stingy
6. affected by scarcity (about money) - doesn't fit well with the sentence
7. of such close construction as to be impermeable - doesn't fit
8. of textiles - doesn't fit
9. securely or solidly fixed - doesn't fit
10. evenly matched - doesn't fit
11. very drunk - this could fit! If he was very drunk, but he still knew where he was
12. exasperatingly difficult - doesn't fit
13. demanding strict attention to rules - doesn't fit
14. packed closely together - doesn't fit

The most likely meaning is #11 (very drunk). The sentence makes sense: "He might be very drunk, but he knew where he was." This shows a contrast between being intoxicated and still having awareness.

Option #5 (stingy/miserly) could also work grammatically, but the context with "but he knew where he was" doesn't create a natural contrast. The drunk interpretation creates a clearer logical contrast.

The answer is 11.


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Which numbered sense of "know" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: He might be very tight, but he <t>knew</t> where he was.

Senses:
1. definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | examples=I know that the President lied to the people
2. definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit
3. definition=be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt | examples=I know that I left the key on the table
4. definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer
5. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | examples=I know the feeling!
6. definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
7. definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin
8. definition=have sexual intercourse with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm
9. definition=know the nature or character of | examples=we all knew her as a big show-off
10. definition=be able to distinguish, recognize as being different | examples=The child knows right from wrong
11. definition=perceive as familiar | examples=I know this voice!

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "He might be very tight, but he <t>knew</t> where he was."

The word "knew" is being used here to mean that he was aware of his location/position. He knew where he was - meaning he had knowledge or awareness of his location.

Let me go through the senses:

1. "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about" - This seems to fit. Knowing where he was means being aware of/possessing information about his location.

2. "know how to do or perform something" - No, this is about ability/skill.

3. "be aware of the truth of something" - This is similar to 1, and could fit, but 1 seems more direct.

4. "be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object" - No, he's not familiar with a place in the sense of knowing a person.

5. "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations" - No, this is more about experiencing something.

6. "accept someone to be what is claimed" - No, doesn't fit.

7. "have fixed in the mind" - No, not about memorization.

8. "have sexual intercourse with" - No, definitely not.

9. "know the nature or character of" - No, this is about knowing what someone is like.

10. "be able to distinguish, recognize as being different" - No, not about distinguishing.

11. "perceive as familiar" - No, not about familiarity.

The best fit is sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about." He knew where he was = he was aware of the fact/information about where his location was.


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Which numbered sense of "same" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was the <t>same</t> bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual.

Senses:
1. definition=same in identity | examples=the same man I saw yesterday
2. definition=closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree | examples=curtains the same color as the walls
3. definition=equal in amount or value | examples=like amounts
4. definition=unchanged in character or nature | examples=the village stayed the same

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

"It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual."

The context is:
- It was two weeks later (time has passed)
- Saturday night (a different time)
- "It was the same bar" - this refers to the identical bar they were in before, the very same establishment

Looking at the senses:
1. "same in identity" - the same man I saw yesterday (referring to the identical person)
2. "closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree" - curtains the same color as the walls (similar characteristics)
3. "equal in amount or value" - like amounts (equal quantities)
4. "unchanged in character or nature" - the village stayed the same (not changed)

In the sentence, "It was the same bar" refers to the identical bar - the same physical location/establishment. This is about identity - it's the same bar they were in before, not a different bar of similar quality or another bar. This matches sense 1: "same in identity."

The answer is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "bar" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was the same <t>bar</t>, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual.

Senses:
1. definition=a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter | examples=he drowned his sorrows in whiskey at the bar
2. definition=a counter where you can obtain food or drink | examples=he bought a hot dog and a coke at the bar
3. definition=a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction or weapon | examples=there were bars in the windows to prevent escape
4. definition=musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats | examples=the orchestra omitted the last twelve bars of the song
5. definition=an obstruction (usually metal) placed at the top of a goal | examples=it was an excellent kick but the ball hit the bar
6. definition=the act of preventing | examples=there was no bar against leaving
7. definition=(meteorology) a unit of pressure equal to a million dynes per square centimeter | examples=unfortunately some writers have used bar for one dyne per square centimeter
8. definition=a submerged (or partly submerged) ridge in a river or along a shore | examples=the boat ran aground on a submerged bar in the river
9. definition=the body of individuals qualified to practice law in a particular jurisdiction | examples=he was admitted to the bar in New Jersey
10. definition=a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background | examples=a green toad with small black stripes or bars
11. definition=a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax) | examples=a bar of chocolate
12. definition=a portable .30 caliber automatic rifle operated by gas pressure and fed by cartridges from a magazine; used by United States troops in World War I and in World War II and in the Korean War
13. definition=a horizontal rod that serves as a support for gymnasts as they perform exercises
14. definition=a heating element in an electric fire | examples=an electric fire with three bars
15. definition=(law) a railing that encloses the part of the courtroom where the judges and lawyers sit and the case is tried | examples=spectators were not allowed past the bar

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was the same <t>bar</t>, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual."

The context mentions:
- "Saturday night" - suggesting a night out
- "an excuse to drink heavier than usual" - this indicates drinking alcoholic drinks
- The reference to "the same bar" in the past, suggesting a place he's been before

This clearly refers to a place where people go to drink alcoholic beverages. Looking at the definitions:

1. "a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter" - This matches perfectly. It's a place where people drink, and the example is "he drowned his sorrows in whiskey at the bar"

2. "a counter where you can obtain food or drink" - This could work but is more general and doesn't specifically emphasize alcoholic drinks

The sentence is specifically about drinking heavier than usual, which strongly suggests sense 1 - a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter.

The answer is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "week" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was the same bar, and it was two <t>weeks</t> later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual.

Senses:
1. definition=any period of seven consecutive days | examples=it rained for a week
2. definition=hours or days of work in a calendar week | examples=they worked a 40-hour week
3. definition=a period of seven consecutive days starting on Sunday

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

The sentence is: "It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual."

The context indicates:
- "two weeks later" - referring to a passage of time
- "Saturday night" - specifying a particular day within that time period
- The speaker is noting that some time has passed

Let me consider each sense:

1. "any period of seven consecutive days" - This is the general definition of a week as simply any 7-day period. In the sentence, "two weeks later" means 14 days have passed, or two consecutive 7-day periods.

2. "hours or days of work in a calendar week" - This refers to the working week, like "a 40-hour week." This doesn't apply here since the sentence isn't talking about work hours.

3. "a period of seven consecutive days starting on Sunday" - This is a more specific definition referring to the calendar week that runs Sunday to Saturday.

In the sentence, "two weeks later" is simply referring to the passage of 14 days. It's not specifically about work hours (sense 2), and while it could technically be about calendar weeks, the general sense of "any period of seven consecutive days" (sense 1) seems to be the most appropriate interpretation, as the sentence is just marking the passage of time without specific reference to a calendar structure starting on Sunday.

Actually, looking more carefully, sense 1 and sense 3 are quite similar. The difference is that sense 3 specifies "starting on Sunday" while sense 1 is more general.

In common usage, "two weeks later" typically just means "14 days later" without necessarily implying a specific calendar structure. So sense 1 seems most appropriate.


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Which numbered sense of "night" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday <t>night</t>, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual.

Senses:
1. definition=the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
2. definition=a period of ignorance or backwardness or gloom
3. definition=the period spent sleeping | examples=I had a restless night
4. definition=the dark part of the diurnal cycle considered a time unit | examples=three nights later he collapsed
5. definition=darkness | examples=it vanished into the night
6. definition=a shortening of nightfall | examples=they worked from morning to night
7. definition=the time between sunset and midnight | examples=he watched television every night
8. definition=Roman goddess of night; daughter of Erebus; counterpart of Greek Nyx

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday <t>night</t>, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual."

The sentence is referring to "Saturday night" - a specific time in the evening/nighttime when he had an excuse to drink. This is clearly referring to the temporal period in the evening.

Let me check each definition:
1. "the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside" - This is the general definition of night
2. "a period of ignorance or backwardness or gloom" - Metaphorical, not applicable here
3. "the period spent sleeping" - Not about sleeping
4. "the dark part of the diurnal cycle considered a time unit" - This could work, similar to "three nights later"
5. "darkness" - Could be literal darkness, but seems more poetic
6. "a shortening of nightfall" - "from morning to night" suggests this is the transition period
7. "the time between sunset and midnight" - This is specific to the evening period
8. "Roman goddess of night" - Not applicable

The phrase "Saturday night" suggests a specific evening time when people go out. This is most clearly captured by definition 7 "the time between sunset and midnight" or definition 1.

Looking at the context "Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink" - this is referring to Saturday evening, a time when it's socially acceptable to drink more heavily. This best matches definition 7, which specifically refers to the evening time period before midnight.

Actually, definition 1 could also work as it's the basic definition. But given that "Saturday night" is used as a specific time reference (not the whole night or the entire dark period), definition 7 seems most appropriate.


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Which numbered sense of "have" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he <t>had</t> an excuse to drink heavier than usual.

Senses:
1. definition=have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense | examples=She has $1,000 in the bank
2. definition=have as a feature | examples=This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France
3. definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | examples=get an idea
4. definition=have ownership or possession of | examples=He owns three houses in Florida
5. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | examples=He got his squad on the ball
6. definition=serve oneself to, or consume regularly | examples=Have another bowl of chicken soup!
7. definition=have a personal or business relationship with someone | examples=have a postdoc
8. definition=organize or be responsible for | examples=hold a reception
9. definition=have left | examples=I have two years left
10. definition=be confronted with | examples=What do we have here?
11. definition=undergo | examples=The stocks had a fast run-up
12. definition=suffer from; be ill with | examples=She has arthritis
13. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR
14. definition=receive willingly something given or offered | examples=The only girl who would have him was the miller's daughter
15. definition=get something; come into possession of | examples=receive payment
16. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident
17. definition=achieve a point or goal | examples=Nicklaus had a 70
18. definition=cause to be born | examples=My wife had twins yesterday!
19. definition=have sex with; archaic use | examples=He had taken this woman when she was most vulnerable

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual."

The word "had" here is being used to mean that he possessed or had access to an excuse. Let me look at the definitions:

1. "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense" - This seems to fit. He "had" an excuse (possessed/had an excuse)
2. "have as a feature" - No
3. "go through (mental or physical states or experiences)" - No
4. "have ownership or possession of" - This is similar to #1 but more specific to ownership
5. "cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition" - No
6. "serve oneself to, or consume regularly" - No
7. "have a personal or business relationship with someone" - No
8. "organize or be responsible for" - No
9. "have left" - No
10. "be confronted with" - No
11. "undergo" - No
12. "suffer from; be ill with" - No
13. "cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner" - No
14. "receive willingly something given or offered" - No
15. "get something; come into possession of" - Could fit but past tense
16. "undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)" - No
17. "achieve a point or goal" - No
18. "cause to be born" - No
19. "have sex with" - No

The best fit is sense 1: "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense" with the example "She has $1,000 in the bank". The sentence means he possessed/had an excuse, similar to how someone has money.

The answer is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "excuse" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an <t>excuse</t> to drink heavier than usual.

Senses:
1. definition=a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. | examples=he kept finding excuses to stay
2. definition=a note explaining an absence | examples=he had to get his mother to write an excuse for him
3. definition=a poor example | examples=it was an apology for a meal

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and the senses provided.

Sentence: "It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an <t>excuse</t> to drink heavier than usual."

The context is that "he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual" - meaning he had a reason or justification to drink more heavily than he normally would.

Let me examine each sense:

1. "a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc." - Example: "he kept finding excuses to stay". This sense refers to giving a reason or justification for something, particularly for behavior that might be considered offensive or for not keeping a promise. In the sentence, "an excuse to drink heavier" fits this definition - it's a reason or justification for the drinking behavior.

2. "a note explaining an absence" - Example: "he had to get his mother to write an excuse for him". This is specifically about a written note, typically from school. This doesn't fit the sentence.

3. "a poor example" - Example: "it was an apology for a meal". This sense refers to something that is inadequate or of poor quality. This doesn't fit the sentence either.

The correct sense is 1, as "excuse" in the sentence means a reason or justification for the behavior (drinking more heavily).


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Which numbered sense of "drink" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to <t>drink</t> heavier than usual.

Senses:
1. definition=take in liquids | examples=The patient must drink several liters each day
2. definition=consume alcohol | examples=We were up drinking all night
3. definition=propose a toast to | examples=Let us toast the birthday girl!
4. definition=be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to | examples=The mother drinks in every word of her son on the stage
5. definition=drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic | examples=The husband drinks and beats his wife

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to <t>drink</t> heavier than usual."

The context shows:
- It's in a bar setting
- The phrase "drink heavier than usual" suggests consuming more alcohol than normal
- "Saturday night" is a typical drinking occasion
- "had an excuse to drink heavier" indicates drinking more alcohol socially

Let me check each sense:

1. "take in liquids" - Too general, doesn't fit the specific context of drinking alcohol
2. "consume alcohol" - This fits well. "Drink heavier" means drinking more alcohol than usual
3. "propose a toast to" - Doesn't fit, there's no mention of toasting
4. "be fascinated or spell-bound by" - Doesn't fit the context
5. "drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic" - This could fit since "drink heavier than usual" suggests more drinking, but the sentence doesn't necessarily indicate he's an alcoholic or drinks excessively in the pathological sense. It's more about having an occasion to drink more than usual.

The most appropriate sense is #2 "consume alcohol" because the phrase "drink heavier" specifically refers to consuming more alcohol than usual, not general liquid intake, and it doesn't imply alcoholism (sense 5) but rather social drinking at a bar on Saturday night.


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Which numbered sense of "usual" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than <t>usual</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure | examples=grew the usual vegetables
2. definition=commonly encountered | examples=a common (or familiar) complaint

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "It was the same bar, and it was two weeks later -- Saturday night, when he had an excuse to drink heavier than usual."

The word "usual" here is being used to mean "what normally happens" or "what is typical for him" - comparing his heavier drinking on this occasion to his regular/normal pattern of drinking.

Looking at the two senses:

1. "occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure" - This fits well. It's saying he's drinking heavier than what occurs in accordance with his regular practice/procedure.

2. "commonly encountered" - This is more about something being common in general, not necessarily about a regular practice or procedure specific to the person.

Sense 1 is the better fit because it captures the idea of "in accordance with regular practice" which is what the sentence is expressing - comparing this drinking to his usual (regular) amount/pattern.