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

Sentence: The vicar, W.D. Jones, refuses to <t>talk about</t> it, saying it would "reopen the wound. "

Senses:
1. definition=to consider or examine in speech or writing | examples=The author talks about the different aspects of this question
2. definition=discuss or mention | examples=They spoke of many things

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The vicar, W.D. Jones, refuses to <t>talk about</t> it, saying it would 'reopen the wound.'"

The vicar is refusing to talk about something, presumably a painful or sensitive topic (since it would "reopen the wound").

Let me consider each sense:

Sense 1: "to consider or examine in speech or writing" - This suggests a more analytical or detailed discussion of different aspects of something. The example "The author talks about the different aspects of this question" suggests examining multiple aspects.

Sense 2: "discuss or mention" - This is a simpler, more general sense meaning to discuss or bring up a topic.

In the sentence, the vicar is refusing to discuss or mention something - he won't bring it up or discuss it. He's not necessarily analyzing it in depth or examining different aspects. The context suggests he simply doesn't want to talk about it at all because it's painful.

This seems to fit better with Sense 2 "discuss or mention" which is the more general, straightforward meaning. The vicar simply refuses to mention or discuss the topic.

The answer is 2.


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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: The vicar, W.D. Jones, refuses to talk about it, <t>saying</t> it would "reopen the wound. "

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

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role: assistant

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The vicar, W.D. Jones, refuses to talk about it, saying it would 'reopen the wound.'"

Here, "saying" is used to introduce what the vicar is expressing or stating. He is expressing his opinion/reasoning that talking about it would reopen the wound.

Let me go through each sense:

1. "express in words" - He said that he wanted to marry her - This could fit, as he's expressing something in words.

2. "report or maintain" - He alleged that he was the victim of a crime - This doesn't fit well.

3. "express a supposition" - Let us say that he did not tell the truth - This could fit as he's expressing a supposition about what would happen.

4. "have or contain a certain wording or form" - The passage reads as follows - Doesn't fit.

5. "give instructions to or direct somebody" - I said to him to go home - Doesn't fit.

6. "speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way" - Doesn't fit well.

7. "communicate or express nonverbally" - Doesn't fit.

8. "utter aloud" - She said 'Hello' to everyone - Doesn't fit well.

9. "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" - I say let's forget this whole business - This fits! He's stating his opinion/judgment that it would reopen the wound.

10. "recite or repeat a fixed text" - Say grace - Doesn't fit.

11. "indicate" - The clock says noon - Doesn't fit.

I think the best fit is sense 9: "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" - He is stating his position/opinion that talking about it would reopen the wound.

Actually, let me reconsider sense 3 as well. He's expressing a supposition about what would happen if they talked about it.

But sense 9 seems more appropriate because he's making a statement of his position/judgment, not just a hypothetical supposition.
The answer is 9.

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

Sentence: But C.J.B. Marshall, <t>vicar</t> of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar.

Senses:
1. definition=a Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman
2. definition=(Episcopal Church) a clergyman in charge of a chapel
3. definition=(Church of England) a clergyman appointed to act as priest of a parish

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

The sentence says: "But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar."

The person is described as a "vicar of a nearby church." The context mentions a church, stairs, bell tower, and altar, which suggests this is within a Christian church context.

Let me consider each definition:

1. A Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman - This is specific to the Roman Catholic Church.

2. (Episcopal Church) a clergyman in charge of a chapel - This is specific to the Episcopal Church.

3. (Church of England) a clergyman appointed to act as priest of a parish - This is specific to the Church of England.

The sentence doesn't explicitly state which denomination this person belongs to. However, the term "vicar" is most commonly used in the Church of England. The Episcopal Church (American Anglican tradition) and Roman Catholic Church do have the position, but "vicar" is most traditionally associated with the Church of England.

Given that this appears to be discussing a church building with a bell tower and altar, and the person is simply called a "vicar of a nearby church" without further specification, the most likely interpretation is sense 3 - the Church of England definition, as this is the most standard/common usage of the term "vicar."

However, I should also consider that this could be Episcopal (sense 2), as it's the American equivalent of Church of England. But sense 3 is specifically Church of England, which is where the term "vicar" is most traditionally used.

I believe the answer is 3.


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

Sentence: But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby <t>church</t>, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar.

Senses:
1. definition=one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
2. definition=a place for public (especially Christian) worship | examples=the church was empty
3. definition=a service conducted in a house of worship | examples=don't be late for church
4. definition=the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church | examples=our church is hosting a picnic next week

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

The sentence is: "But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar."

Let me look at each sense:

1. "one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship" - This would refer to denominations like Catholics, Baptists, Methodists, etc. The sentence doesn't seem to be referring to this meaning.

2. "a place for public (especially Christian) worship | examples=the church was empty" - This refers to the physical building where worship takes place. In the sentence, the vicar is associated with "a nearby church," and there are references to physical features like "stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar." This strongly suggests the physical building.

3. "a service conducted in a house of worship | examples=don't be late for church" - This would mean the worship service itself. The sentence doesn't indicate this meaning.

4. "the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church | examples=our church is hosting a picnic next week" - This refers to the congregation. The sentence doesn't seem to be referring to the people.

The context strongly points to sense 2. The vicar is the clergyman of a church building, and the sentence discusses physical architectural features (stairs, bell tower, altar), which are all physical elements of a building. This clearly indicates the physical place of worship.

The answer is 2.


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

Sentence: But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, <t>feels</t> the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar.

Senses:
1. definition=undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind | examples=She felt resentful
2. definition=come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me
3. definition=perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles | examples=He felt the wind
4. definition=be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state | examples=My cold is gone--I feel fine today
5. definition=have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude | examples=She felt small and insignificant
6. definition=undergo passive experience of: | examples=We felt the effects of inflation
7. definition=be felt or perceived in a certain way | examples=The ground feels shaky
8. definition=grope or feel in search of something | examples=He felt for his wallet
9. definition=examine by touch | examples=Feel this soft cloth!
10. definition=examine (a body part) by palpation | examples=The nurse palpated the patient's stomach
11. definition=find by testing or cautious exploration | examples=He felt his way around the dark room
12. definition=produce a certain impression | examples=It feels nice to be home again
13. definition=pass one's hands over the sexual organs of | examples=He felt the girl in the movie theater

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar."

The key phrase is "feels the fault is in..."

The person is expressing a belief or conviction that the fault is in the stairs. They're not having an emotional sensation, not perceiving something physically, not being conscious of a state, but rather believing something based on their judgment or intuition.

Looking at the senses:
1. undergo an emotional sensation - No, not an emotional sensation
2. come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds - YES, this matches. "I feel that he doesn't like me" is the example, and similarly here the vicar "feels the fault is..." meaning they believe it based on their judgment/intuition
3. perceive by physical sensation - No
4. be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state - No
5. have a feeling about oneself - No
6. undergo passive experience - No
7. be felt in a certain way - No
8. grope or feel in search - No
9. examine by touch - No
10. examine by palpation - No
11. find by testing exploration - No
12. produce an impression - No
13. sexual - No

The answer is definitely 2, as it's about coming to believe something based on intuition or emotional grounds (non-rational belief formation).


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

Sentence: But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the <t>fault</t> is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar.

Senses:
1. definition=a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention | examples=he made a bad mistake
2. definition=an imperfection in an object or machine | examples=a flaw caused the crystal to shatter
3. definition=the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection | examples=they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel
4. definition=(geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other | examples=they built it right over a geological fault
5. definition=(electronics) equipment failure attributable to some defect in a circuit (loose connection or insulation failure or short circuit etc.) | examples=it took much longer to find the fault than to fix it
6. definition=responsibility for a bad situation or event | examples=it was John's fault
7. definition=(sports) a serve that is illegal (e.g., that lands outside the prescribed area) | examples=he served too many double faults

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the altar."

The context is that someone (a church vicar) is saying that "the fault is in the stairs" - meaning the problem or defect is located in the stairs. The vicar is identifying where the problem lies.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "a wrong action attributable to bad judgment" - This would be about a wrong action, but the sentence is talking about a defect in the stairs themselves.

2. "an imperfection in an object or machine" - This is about a flaw or imperfection in an object. The stairs are part of a structure/object, and the vicar is saying there's something wrong with them.

3. "the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection" - This is about something being inadequate, not quite fitting.

4. "(geology) a crack in the earth's crust" - Not relevant here.

5. "(electronics) equipment failure" - Not relevant here.

6. "responsibility for a bad situation or event" - This would be about blame/responsibility, like "it was John's fault."

7. "(sports) a serve that is illegal" - Not relevant.

The sentence is saying the stairs have something wrong with them - they're defective or have an imperfection. This matches sense 2: "an imperfection in an object or machine" with the example "a flaw caused the crystal to shatter."

The answer is 2.


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

Sentence: But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located <t>next</t> to the altar.

Senses:
1. definition=immediately following in time or order | examples=the following day
2. definition=nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space | examples=had adjacent rooms
3. definition=(of elected officers) elected but not yet serving | examples=our next president

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

Sentence: "But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located <t>next</t> to the altar."

The word "next" here is being used to describe the spatial relationship between the stairs and the altar. The stairs are located next to (beside, adjacent to) the altar.

Let me check each sense:

1. "immediately following in time or order | examples=the following day" - This is a temporal sense (time-related). This doesn't fit because we're not talking about time or sequence.

2. "nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space | examples=had adjacent rooms" - This is a spatial sense. The stairs are adjacent to/beside the altar without intervening space. This fits perfectly.

3. "(of elected officers) elected but not yet serving | examples=our next president" - This is about officers not yet in office. This clearly doesn't apply here.

The correct sense is 2, which deals with spatial proximity and adjacency.


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

Sentence: But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the <t>altar</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=the table in Christian churches where communion is given
2. definition=a raised structure on which gifts or sacrifices to a god are made

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

The sentence is: "But C.J.B. Marshall, vicar of a nearby church, feels the fault is in the stairs from the bell tower that are located next to the <t>altar</t>."

The context tells us:
- This is in a Christian church (mentioned "vicar of a nearby church")
- The altar is located inside the church next to stairs from the bell tower
- It's being used as a physical location reference point ("located next to the altar")

Now let's look at the two senses:
1. "the table in Christian churches where communion is given" - This is the Christian church altar where the Eucharist/communion is administered
2. "a raised structure on which gifts or sacrifices to a god are made" - This is more general, referring to altars in pagan or ancient religious contexts

In a Christian church context, the altar is specifically the table where communion is given. This is sense 1.

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: "<t>So</t> crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=to a very great extent or degree | examples=the idea is so obvious
2. definition=in a manner that facilitates | examples=he observed the snakes so he could describe their behavior
3. definition=in such a condition or manner, especially as expressed or implied | examples=They're happy and I hope they will remain so
4. definition=to a certain unspecified extent or degree | examples=I can only go so far with this student
5. definition=in the same way; also | examples=I was offended and so was he
6. definition=in the way indicated; ; ; (`thusly' is a nonstandard variant) | examples=hold the brush so
7. definition=(usually followed by `that') to an extent or degree as expressed | examples=he was so tired he could hardly stand
8. definition=subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) | examples=then he left
9. definition=(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result | examples=therefore X must be true
10. definition=in truth (often tends to intensify) | examples=they said the car would break down and indeed it did

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says."

The word "So" appears at the beginning of this sentence. Let me look at what it's doing here.

The sentence starts with "So" and then describes sounds and an action. It appears to be introducing a conclusion or a result of something previously mentioned (even though we don't see the previous context). The "So" here is being used as a sentence connector that introduces a logical conclusion or result.

Let me check each sense:
1. "to a very great extent or degree" - "the idea is so obvious" - doesn't fit
2. "in a manner that facilitates" - doesn't fit
3. "in such a condition or manner" - doesn't fit
4. "to a certain unspecified extent or degree" - doesn't fit
5. "in the same way; also" - doesn't fit
6. "in the way indicated" - doesn't fit
7. "to an extent or degree as expressed" - doesn't fit
8. "subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)" - This could fit! It says "often used as sentence connectors" and the example is "then he left"
9. "(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result" - This also seems to fit. The "So" is introducing what happens as a result.
10. "in truth (often tends to intensify)" - doesn't fit

Between 8 and 9, I think 9 is more accurate. The "So" is being used to introduce a logical conclusion or result of something that happened before. It means "as a result" or "therefore."

Actually, looking more carefully at sense 8, it says "subsequently or soon afterward" with the example "then he left" - this is more about temporal sequence.
Sense 9 better captures how "So" functions here—it's introducing the consequence of prior events rather than just marking when they occur. The answer is 9.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- <t>here</t> come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is | examples=I work here
2. definition=in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail | examples=what do we have here?
3. definition=to this place (especially toward the speaker) | examples=come here, please
4. definition=at this time; now | examples=we'll adjourn here for lunch and discuss the remaining issues this afternoon

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and the senses of "here" provided.

The sentence is: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Looking at the senses:
1. "in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is" - example: "I work here"
2. "in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail" - example: "what do we have here?"
3. "to this place (especially toward the speaker)" - example: "come here, please"
4. "at this time; now" - example: "we'll adjourn here for lunch and discuss the remaining issues this afternoon"

In the sentence, "here come the ringers from above" - the word "here" is being used to introduce or point out something that is coming. It's an exclamatory use that is announcing the arrival or appearance of something.

Looking at sense 3: "to this place (especially toward the speaker)" - this seems to fit. The phrase "here come the ringers" is announcing that the ringers are coming to this place. It's similar to "come here" but in an inverted structure.

Actually, this is a common construction in English: "here come the..." is used to announce the arrival of something approaching. This fits with sense 3 because it's indicating direction toward the speaker or to this place.

The answer should be 3.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here <t>come</t> the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody | examples=He came singing down the road
2. definition=reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress | examples=She arrived home at 7 o'clock
3. definition=come to pass; arrive, as in due course | examples=The first success came three days later
4. definition=reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position | examples=The water came to a boil
5. definition=to be the product or result | examples=Melons come from a vine
6. definition=be found or available | examples=These shoes come in three colors; The furniture comes unassembled
7. definition=come forth | examples=A scream came from the woman's mouth
8. definition=be a native of | examples=She hails from Kalamazoo
9. definition=extend or reach | examples=The water came up to my waist
10. definition=exist or occur in a certain point in a series | examples=Next came the student from France
11. definition=cover a certain distance | examples=She came a long way
12. definition=come under, be classified or included | examples=fall into a category
13. definition=happen as a result | examples=Nothing good will come of this
14. definition=add up in number or quantity | examples=The bills amounted to $2,000
15. definition=develop into | examples=This idea will never amount to anything
16. definition=be received | examples=News came in of the massacre in Rwanda
17. definition=come to one's mind; suggest itself | examples=It occurred to me that we should hire another secretary
18. definition=come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example | examples=She was descended from an old Italian noble family
19. definition=proceed or get along | examples=How is she doing in her new job?
20. definition=experience orgasm | examples=she could not come because she was too upset
21. definition=have a certain priority | examples=My family comes first

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here <t>come</t> the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

The sentence is describing a sequence of events where sounds are happening ("crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang") and then "here come the ringers from above."

The "ringers" are coming/arriving from above, making an exit. The word "come" is being used to describe the arrival or approach of the ringers.

Looking at the definitions:
1. "move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody" - This fits. The ringers are coming/approaching from above.
2. "reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress" - This could also fit, as they are arriving.
3. "come to pass; arrive, as in due course" - This is about events happening over time.
4-21. Various other definitions that don't seem to fit the context.

The phrase "here come the ringers" is used to indicate that the ringers are arriving/approaching the scene. This is closest to sense 1 or 2.

Actually, looking more carefully:
- Sense 1: "move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach" - with example "He came singing down the road"
- Sense 2: "reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress" - with example "She arrived home at 7 o'clock"

The context "here come the ringers from above" suggests they are arriving/appearing at this location. Sense 2 (reach a destination; arrive) seems most appropriate because they are arriving at this location.

However, sense 1 could also work. Let me think about the difference - sense 1 is about the movement/approach, sense 2 is about reaching the destination.

Given the phrasing "here come the ringers," it seems to emphasize their arrival at the scene, which would be sense 2.
Reconsidering the phrasing, "here come" emphasizes the movement and approach rather than a completed arrival at a destination. Sense 1 better captures this dynamic quality of the ringers approaching from above.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the <t>ringers</t> from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation)
2. definition=a person who is almost identical to another
3. definition=a contestant entered in a competition under false pretenses
4. definition=(horseshoes) the successful throw of a horseshoe or quoit so as to encircle a stake or peg

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

The sentence is: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the <t>ringers</t> from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Key context clues:
- "ringers from above" - something coming from above
- "making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer"
- The sounds "crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang" suggest something physical falling or hitting
- "congregation is at prayer" - this is in a religious/church context

Let me consider each sense:

1. "a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation)" - This would make sense in the context of a church/congregation, and bells ringing would fit with the "bang, bang, bang" sounds. However, the phrase "from above" and "making a very obvious exit" suggests something is falling or being removed, not actively ringing bells.

2. "a person who is almost identical to another" - This doesn't seem to fit the context of "coming from above" and "making an exit."

3. "a contestant entered in a competition under false pretenses" - This doesn't fit the context at all.

4. "(horseshoes) the successful throw of a horseshoe or quoit so as to encircle a stake or peg" - This doesn't fit the church context.

Actually, reconsidering sense 1: The "ringers" could be church bells or bell-related objects coming "from above" (from the bell tower) and making an "obvious exit" - perhaps they're being removed or falling. The "bang, bang, bang" would be the sound of bells. This fits best with sense 1, as it's in a church context with a congregation at prayer.

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from <t>above</t>, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=at an earlier place | examples=see above
2. definition=in or to a place that is higher

reasoning_content:
Looking at the sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from <t>above</t>, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says."

The context describes "ringers" (bells or bell-ringers) coming from "above." In a church setting, bells would be located in the bell tower or upper part of the church, so they are coming from a physically higher location.

Let me check the two senses:
1. "at an earlier place" - referring to something mentioned earlier in text (like "see above")
2. "in or to a place that is higher" - referring to a location that is physically higher

In this sentence, "above" refers to a higher physical location in the church where the bells are. This matches sense 2.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, <t>making</t> a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=engage in | examples=make love, not war
2. definition=give certain properties to something | examples=get someone mad
3. definition=make or cause to be or to become | examples=make a mess in one's office
4. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR
5. definition=give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally | examples=cause a commotion
6. definition=create or manufacture a man-made product | examples=We produce more cars than we can sell
7. definition=make, formulate, or derive in the mind | examples=I draw a line here
8. definition=compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way | examples=People cannot be made to integrate just by passing a law!
9. definition=create by artistic means | examples=create a poem
10. definition=earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?
11. definition=create or design, often in a certain way | examples=Do my room in blue
12. definition=to compose or represent: | examples=This wall forms the background of the stage setting
13. definition=reach a goal, e.g., | examples=make the first team
14. definition=be or be capable of being changed or made into | examples=He makes a great host
15. definition=make by shaping or bringing together constituents | examples=make a dress
16. definition=perform or carry out | examples=make a decision
17. definition=make by combining materials and parts | examples=this little pig made his house out of straw
18. definition=change from one form into another | examples=make water into wine
19. definition=act in a certain way so as to acquire | examples=make friends
20. definition=charge with a function; charge to be | examples=She was named Head of the Committee
21. definition=achieve a point or goal | examples=Nicklaus had a 70
22. definition=reach a destination, either real or abstract | examples=We hit Detroit by noon
23. definition=institute, enact, or establish | examples=make laws
24. definition=carry out or commit | examples=make a mistake
25. definition=form by assembling individuals or constituents | examples=Make a quorum
26. definition=organize or be responsible for | examples=hold a reception
27. definition=put in order or neaten | examples=make the bed
28. definition=head into a specified direction | examples=The escaped convict took to the hills
29. definition=have a bowel movement | examples=The dog had made in the flower beds
30. definition=undergo fabrication or creation | examples=This wool makes into a nice sweater
31. definition=be suitable for | examples=Wood makes good furniture
32. definition=add up to | examples=four and four make eight
33. definition=amount to | examples=This salary increase makes no difference to my standard of living
34. definition=constitute the essence of | examples=Clothes make the man
35. definition=appear to begin an activity | examples=He made to speak but said nothing in the end
36. definition=proceed along a path | examples=work one's way through the crowd
37. definition=reach in time | examples=We barely made the plane
38. definition=gather and light the materials for | examples=make a fire
39. definition=prepare for eating by applying heat | examples=Cook me dinner, please
40. definition=induce to have sex | examples=Harry finally seduced Sally
41. definition=assure the success of | examples=A good review by this critic will make your play!
42. definition=represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like | examples=She makes like an actress
43. definition=consider as being | examples=It wasn't the problem some people made it
44. definition=calculate as being | examples=I make the height about 100 feet
45. definition=cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable | examples=make my day
46. definition=favor the development of | examples=Practice makes the winner
47. definition=develop into | examples=He will make a splendid father!
48. definition=behave in a certain way | examples=make merry
49. definition=eliminate urine | examples=Again, the cat had made on the expensive rug

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says."

The word "making" here is being used in the sense of performing or carrying out an action. The "ringers" are "making an exit" - they are performing/carrying out the action of exiting.

Let me look at the relevant senses:

Sense 5: "give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally" - This could fit, as making an exit causes an exit to happen

Sense 16: "perform or carry out" with example "make a decision" - This seems very relevant. Making an exit is performing/carrying out an exit.

Sense 24: "carry out or commit" with example "make a mistake" - This could also fit

Actually, looking more carefully:
- Sense 16 is "perform or carry out" - making a decision is a good parallel to making an exit
- Sense 24 is "carry out or commit" - making a mistake is similar

Between these, sense 16 "perform or carry out" seems like the best fit for "making an exit" - it's performing or carrying out the action of exiting.

Let me verify this is the right choice. "Making an exit" = performing/carrying out an exit. Yes, sense 16 seems correct.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a <t>very</t> obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal | examples=she was very gifted
2. definition=precisely so | examples=on the very next page

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a <t>very</t> obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

The word "very" is modifying the adjective "obvious." It's being used as an intensifier to emphasize how obvious the exit is. This makes it a clear case of sense 1, where "very" is used as an intensifier (meaning "really" or "extremely").

Sense 2 ("precisely so") would be used in different contexts, like "on the very next page" where "very" means "exact" or "precise."

In this sentence, "very obvious" means "extremely obvious" or "really obvious," which is the intensifier usage described in sense 1.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious <t>exit</t> while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=an opening that permits escape or release | examples=he blocked the way out
2. definition=euphemistic expressions for death | examples=thousands mourned his passing
3. definition=the act of going out

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious <t>exit</t> while the congregation is at prayer, "he says."

The context is about "ringers from above" making an exit while people are at prayer. The "ringers" (presumably bells or bell-ringers) are leaving/departing from somewhere, making an obvious departure.

Let me look at the three senses:
1. "an opening that permits escape or release" - This is about a physical doorway or opening
2. "euphemistic expressions for death" - This is about dying
3. "the act of going out" - This is about the action of leaving/departing

In the sentence, the ringers are "making a very obvious exit" - they are leaving/departing. This is clearly about the action of going out, not about a physical doorway/opening, and not about death.

The answer is sense 3.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the <t>congregation</t> is at prayer, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church
2. definition=an assemblage of people or animals or things collected together | examples=a congregation of children pleaded for his autograph
3. definition=the act of congregating

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

The sentence is: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the <t>congregation</t> is at prayer, "he says.

The context suggests that the congregation is people who are at prayer in a church. Let me look at the three definitions:

1. "a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church" - This refers to the members of a church congregation.

2. "an assemblage of people or animals or things collected together" - This is a more general definition about a gathering of entities.

3. "the act of congregating" - This is about the action of coming together, not about the people themselves.

In the sentence, "congregation" refers to the people who are at prayer. These are people gathered in a church setting for religious purposes. This is most specifically sense 1, as it refers to a group of people who are at prayer in a church context, which is exactly what sense 1 describes - "a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church."

While sense 2 could technically apply (as it's an assemblage of people), sense 1 is more specific and appropriate given the religious context of being "at prayer."

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at <t>prayer</t>, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving) | examples=the priest sank to his knees in prayer
2. definition=reverent petition to a deity
3. definition=earnest or urgent request | examples=an entreaty to stop the fighting
4. definition=a fixed text used in praying
5. definition=someone who prays to God

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

The sentence: "So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at <t>prayer</t>, "he says.

In this context, "the congregation is at prayer" means the congregation is engaged in the act of communicating with a deity. The congregation is actively praying together.

Let me examine each sense:

1. "the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving)" - This fits. The congregation is at prayer means they are engaged in the act of praying.

2. "reverent petition to a deity" - This is more specific to petition/petition type prayer.

3. "earnest or urgent request" - This could work but seems less specific to religious prayer.

4. "a fixed text used in praying" - This would be if "prayer" refers to a specific prayer text (like "The Lord's Prayer"), not the act itself.

5. "someone who prays to God" - This doesn't fit; "prayer" is not being used as a person.

The phrase "at prayer" indicates the congregation is in the act of praying. This matches sense 1, which defines prayer as "the act of communicating with a deity." This is the most general and appropriate sense that captures what "prayer" means in this context.

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 crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he <t>says</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 and each sense:

"So crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang -- here come the ringers from above, making a very obvious exit while the congregation is at prayer, "he says.

The person is describing a scene with sound effects and actions. The "says" here is being used to report or recount what someone said about this scene. The "crunch, crunch, crunch, bang, bang, bang" are the actual sounds being reported.

Let me go through each sense:

1. Express in words - This could work, but it's more specific about expressing information/statements
2. Report or maintain - This fits well. The speaker is reporting/recounting what was said about this scene
3. Express a supposition - Not really, there's no hypothetical element here
4. Have or contain a certain wording - No, that's about the text itself
5. Give instructions - No, not giving orders
6. Speak, pronounce, utter in a certain way - No, not about how it's said
7. Communicate nonverbally - No, this is verbal
8. Utter aloud - This could work - the person is uttering these sounds/words aloud
9. State as one's opinion - Not really stating an opinion
10. Recite or repeat a fixed text - No, it's not reciting a fixed text like a prayer
11. Indicate - No

This seems to be sense 1 or 8. Looking more carefully, the speaker is "saying" or recounting/reporting the sounds and events. This is more about expressing in words what happened.

Actually, sense 2 "report or maintain" seems most fitting - the speaker is reporting what the sounds and actions were.

But sense 1 "express in words" is also very close and could be correct.

Given the context of recounting/reporting a scene, I think sense 2 is most appropriate - the speaker is reporting or recounting what happened.
Reconsidering the passage, sense 1 "express in words" captures what's happening most directly—the speaker is simply articulating the sounds and describing the scene without necessarily reporting it as fact.


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

Sentence: Vicar Marshall <t>admits</t> to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself.

Senses:
1. definition=declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of | examples=He admitted his errors
2. definition=allow to enter; grant entry to | examples=We cannot admit non-members into our club building
3. definition=allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of | examples=admit someone to the profession
4. definition=admit into a group or community | examples=accept students for graduate study
5. definition=afford possibility | examples=This problem admits of no solution
6. definition=give access or entrance to | examples=The French doors admit onto the yard
7. definition=have room for; hold without crowding | examples=This hotel can accommodate 250 guests
8. definition=serve as a means of entrance | examples=This ticket will admit one adult to the show

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself."

The phrase is "admits to mixed feelings" - this means he confesses or acknowledges that he has mixed feelings about the issue.

Looking at the senses:
1. "declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of" - Example: "He admitted his errors" - This is about acknowledging or confessing something as true. The phrase "admits to mixed feelings" fits this sense - he's acknowledging/confessing that he has mixed feelings.

2. "allow to enter; grant entry to" - This doesn't fit.

3. "allow participation in or the right to be part of" - This doesn't fit.

4. "admit into a group or community" - This doesn't fit.

5. "afford possibility" - This doesn't fit.

6. "give access or entrance to" - This doesn't fit.

7. "have room for; hold without crowding" - This doesn't fit.

8. "serve as a means of entrance" - This doesn't fit.

The correct sense is 1, which means to declare or acknowledge something as true, confess. "Admits to mixed feelings" means he confesses/acknowledges having mixed feelings.


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

Sentence: Vicar Marshall admits to <t>mixed</t> feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself.

Senses:
1. definition=consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds; ; ; ; ; ; - I.A.Richards | examples=an arrangement of assorted spring flowers
2. definition=involving or composed of different races | examples=interracial schools

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

The sentence states: "Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself."

The context indicates that Vicar Marshall has conflicting or contradictory feelings about the issue. He has both reasons to feel one way (as a vicar) and reasons to feel another way (as a bell-ringer). This creates a situation where his feelings are not uniform but rather a combination of different, sometimes opposing emotions.

Let me look at the senses:

1. "consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds" - This refers to something made up of different types of things. "Mixed feelings" would mean feelings that are a combination of different kinds of feelings (some positive, some negative, etc.).

2. "involving or composed of different races" - This is specifically about racial diversity.

The phrase "mixed feelings" clearly refers to a combination of different types of feelings (positive and negative, conflicting emotions), which aligns with sense 1 - "consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds."

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Vicar Marshall admits to mixed <t>feelings</t> about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself.

Senses:
1. definition=the experiencing of affective and emotional states | examples=she had a feeling of euphoria
2. definition=a vague idea in which some confidence is placed | examples=his impression of her was favorable
3. definition=the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people | examples=the feel of the city excited him
4. definition=a physical sensation that you experience | examples=he had a queasy feeling
5. definition=the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin | examples=she likes the touch of silk on her skin
6. definition=an intuitive understanding of something | examples=he had a great feeling for music

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Vicar Marshall admits to mixed <t>feelings</t> about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself."

Let me analyze what "feelings" means here:

Vicar Marshall has mixed emotions/affective states about the issue. He is both a vicar and a bell-ringer, so he has conflicting emotional responses to the issue - positive emotions from one perspective and possibly negative from another, creating "mixed feelings."

Let me check each sense:

1. "the experiencing of affective and emotional states" with example "she had a feeling of euphoria" - This matches! "Mixed feelings" refers to experiencing mixed emotional states.

2. "a vague idea in which some confidence is placed" with example "his impression of her was favorable" - This could fit somewhat, but it's more about vague ideas/impressions rather than emotional states.

3. "the general atmosphere of a place or situation" - This doesn't fit.

4. "a physical sensation that you experience" - This doesn't fit here.

5. "the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin" - This doesn't fit.

6. "an intuitive understanding of something" - This doesn't fit here.

The best match is sense 1, which defines feelings as "the experiencing of affective and emotional states." Having "mixed feelings" clearly means experiencing mixed emotional/affective states about something.


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

Sentence: Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this <t>issue</t>, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself.

Senses:
1. definition=an important question that is in dispute and must be settled | examples=the issue could be settled by requiring public education for everyone
2. definition=one of a series published periodically | examples=she found an old issue of the magazine in her dentist's waiting room
3. definition=some situation or event that is thought about | examples=he kept drifting off the topic
4. definition=the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity) | examples=a new issue of stamps
5. definition=supplies (as food or clothing or ammunition) issued by the government
6. definition=the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | examples=the average return was about 5%
7. definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
8. definition=the immediate descendants of a person | examples=she was the mother of many offspring
9. definition=the becoming visible | examples=not a day's difference between the emergence of the andrenas and the opening of the willow catkins
10. definition=an opening that permits escape or release | examples=he blocked the way out
11. definition=the act of issuing printed materials

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this <t>issue</t>, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself."

The vicar has mixed feelings about "this issue" - it appears to be referring to something that is in dispute or a topic of concern/discussion. He has mixed feelings because he himself is both a vicar and a bell-ringer, creating some kind of conflict or disagreement.

Looking at the senses:
1. "an important question that is in dispute and must be settled" - This fits. He has mixed feelings about this disputed question/topic.
2. "one of a series published periodically" - Doesn't fit, this isn't about a magazine or publication.
3. "some situation or event that is thought about" - Could potentially fit, but less specific than sense 1.
4. "the act of providing an item for general use" - Doesn't fit.
5. "supplies (as food or clothing or ammunition)" - Doesn't fit.
6. "income or profit arising from transactions" - Doesn't fit.
7. "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon" - Doesn't fit.
8. "the immediate descendants of a person" - Doesn't fit.
9. "the becoming visible" - Doesn't fit.
10. "an opening that permits escape or release" - Doesn't fit.
11. "the act of issuing printed materials" - Doesn't fit.

The best fit is sense 1: "an important question that is in dispute and must be settled" - because he has mixed feelings about it, suggesting it's a contentious or disputed matter that he's concerned about.


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

Sentence: Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a <t>vicar</t> and an active bell-ringer himself.

Senses:
1. definition=a Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman
2. definition=(Episcopal Church) a clergyman in charge of a chapel
3. definition=(Church of England) a clergyman appointed to act as priest of a parish

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself."

The person's title is "Vicar Marshall" and the sentence refers to him being "a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself."

Let me analyze each sense:

1. A Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman
2. (Episcopal Church) a clergyman in charge of a chapel
3. (Church of England) a clergyman appointed to act as priest of a parish

The sentence mentions "Vicar Marshall" as a title/name, and then refers to being "a vicar." The context mentions being "an active bell-ringer himself," which is a common role in Church of England parishes (bell-ringing is traditionally associated with Anglican church activities).

In the Church of England, a vicar is indeed a clergyman appointed to act as priest of a parish. This is the most common usage of "vicar" and fits the context where someone is referred to by the title "Vicar" (as in "Vicar Marshall").

Sense 3 appears to be the correct one.


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

Sentence: Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an <t>active</t> bell-ringer himself.

Senses:
1. definition=tending to become more severe or wider in scope | examples=active tuberculosis
2. definition=engaged in or ready for military or naval operations | examples=on active duty
3. definition=disposed to take action or effectuate change | examples=a director who takes an active interest in corporate operations
4. definition=taking part in an activity | examples=an active member of the club
5. definition=characterized by energetic activity | examples=an active toddler
6. definition=exerting influence or producing a change or effect | examples=an active ingredient
7. definition=full of activity or engaged in continuous activity | examples=an active seaport
8. definition=in operation | examples=keep hope alive
9. definition=(of the sun) characterized by an increased occurrence of sunspots and flares and radio emissions
10. definition=expressing that the subject of the sentence has the semantic function of actor: | examples=Hemingway favors active constructions
11. definition=(used of verbs (e.g. `to run') and participial adjectives (e.g. `running' in `running water')) expressing action rather than a state of being
12. definition=(of e.g. volcanos) capable of erupting
13. definition=(of e.g. volcanos) erupting or liable to erupt | examples=active volcanos
14. definition=engaged in full-time work | examples=active duty

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself."

The word "active" here is describing "bell-ringer" - someone who actively participates in bell-ringing.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "tending to become more severe" - No, not relevant
2. "engaged in or ready for military or naval operations" - No, this is about military service
3. "disposed to take action or effectuate change" - Could be related, but doesn't quite fit
4. "taking part in an activity" - This seems like the best fit. An "active bell-ringer" is someone who takes part in bell-ringing activities
5. "characterized by energetic activity" - This could work, but it's more about energy level than participation
6. "exerting influence or producing a change or effect" - No
7. "full of activity or engaged in continuous activity" - Could work
8. "in operation" - No
9. "about the sun" - No
10. "grammatical aspect" - No
11. "verbs expressing action" - No
12. "volcanos capable of erupting" - No
13. "volcanos erupting" - No
14. "engaged in full-time work" - No, because "active bell-ringer" isn't necessarily full-time work

Between 4 and 7, I think 4 is the best fit. "Taking part in an activity" - an "active bell-ringer" is someone who takes part in bell-ringing activities. The example "an active member of the club" is very similar in structure and meaning to "an active bell-ringer."

The answer is 4.


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

Sentence: Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active <t>bell-ringer</t> himself.

Senses:
1. definition=a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation)
2. definition=someone who plays musical handbells
3. definition=something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal | examples=the new advertising campaign was a bell ringer

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Vicar Marshall admits to mixed feelings about this issue, since he is both a vicar and an active <t>bell-ringer</t> himself."

Let me analyze which sense is being used:

1. "a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation)" - This refers to someone who literally rings the bells in a church to call people to worship.

2. "someone who plays musical handbells" - This refers to someone who plays handbells as a musical instrument.

3. "something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal | examples=the new advertising campaign was a bell ringer" - This is a figurative/metaphorical sense meaning something that is successful or achieves its purpose.

In the sentence, the context is that Vicar Marshall is "a vicar and an active bell-ringer himself." A vicar is a church official. The mention of being both a vicar and a bell-ringer, along with the word "active," suggests this is about someone who actively rings the bells in a church.

This clearly matches sense 1: "a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation)"

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: "The <t>sound</t> of bells is a net to draw people into the church, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause | examples=the sound of rain on the roof
2. definition=the subjective sensation of hearing something | examples=he strained to hear the faint sounds
3. definition=mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium | examples=falling trees make a sound in the forest even when no one is there to hear them
4. definition=the sudden occurrence of an audible event | examples=the sound awakened them
5. definition=the audible part of a transmitted signal | examples=they always raise the audio for commercials
6. definition=(phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language
7. definition=a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water
8. definition=a large ocean inlet or deep bay | examples=the main body of the sound ran parallel to the coast

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The <t>sound</t> of bells is a net to draw people into the church, "he says.

In this sentence, "sound" refers to the auditory effect or the thing that is heard when bells ring. Let me go through the senses:

1. "the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause | examples=the sound of rain on the roof" - This seems to match. The sound of bells is the auditory effect produced by the bells ringing.

2. "the subjective sensation of hearing something | examples=he strained to hear the faint sounds" - This is about the sensation of hearing, not the sound itself.

3. "mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium | examples=falling trees make a sound in the forest even when no one is there to hear them" - This is about the physical vibrations, not really what the sentence is referring to.

4. "the sudden occurrence of an audible event | examples=the sound awakened them" - This suggests a sudden event, but in the sentence it's more about the auditory effect of bells.

5. "the audible part of a transmitted signal | examples=they always raise the audio for commercials" - This is about audio signals, not applicable here.

6. About phonetics - not relevant.

7. About a narrow channel of the sea - not relevant.

8. About an ocean inlet - not relevant.

The sentence is talking about "the sound of bells" - which is the particular auditory effect or noise produced by bells ringing. This best matches sense 1: "the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause."


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

Sentence: "The sound of <t>bells</t> is a net to draw people into the church, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
2. definition=a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed
3. definition=the sound of a bell being struck | examples=saved by the bell
4. definition=(nautical) each of the eight half-hour units of nautical time signaled by strokes of a ship's bell; eight bells signals 4:00, 8:00, or 12:00 o'clock, either a.m. or p.m.
5. definition=the shape of a bell
6. definition=a phonetician and father of Alexander Graham Bell (1819-1905)
7. definition=English painter; sister of Virginia Woolf; prominent member of the Bloomsbury Group (1879-1961)
8. definition=United States inventor (born in Scotland) of the telephone (1847-1922)
9. definition=a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument
10. definition=the flared opening of a tubular device

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The sound of <t>bells</t> is a net to draw people into the church, "he says.

The key phrase is "the sound of bells." This is referring to the actual sound/ringing noise that bells make when struck.

Looking at the senses:
1. A hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck - This is the physical object itself, not the sound
2. A push button - Not relevant
3. The sound of a bell being struck - This matches! "The sound of bells" directly refers to this sense
4. Nautical time signals - Not relevant in this context
5. The shape of a bell - Not about sound
6-8. People named Bell - Not relevant
9. A percussion instrument of tuned bells - This is about a specific musical instrument, not general bells
10. The flared opening of a tubular device - Not relevant

The answer is 3, because the sentence is specifically talking about "the sound of bells," which matches definition 3: "the sound of a bell being struck."


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

Sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to <t>draw</t> people into the church, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=cause to move by pulling | examples=draw a wagon
2. definition=get or derive | examples=He drew great benefits from his membership in the association
3. definition=make a mark or lines on a surface | examples=draw a line
4. definition=make, formulate, or derive in the mind | examples=I draw a line here
5. definition=bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover | examples=draw a weapon
6. definition=represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface | examples=She drew an elephant
7. definition=take liquid out of a container or well | examples=She drew water from the barrel
8. definition=give a description of | examples=He drew an elaborate plan of attack
9. definition=select or take in from a given group or region | examples=The participants in the experiment were drawn from a representative population
10. definition=elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. | examples=The President's comments drew sharp criticism from the Republicans
11. definition=suck in or take (air) | examples=draw a deep breath
12. definition=move or go steadily or gradually | examples=The ship drew near the shore
13. definition=remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) | examples=She drew $2,000 from the account
14. definition=choose at random | examples=draw a card
15. definition=earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher | examples=He drew a base on balls
16. definition=bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition | examples=She was drawn to despair
17. definition=cause to flow | examples=The nurse drew blood
18. definition=write a legal document or paper | examples=The deed was drawn in the lawyer's office
19. definition=engage in drawing | examples=He spent the day drawing in the garden
20. definition=move or pull so as to cover or uncover something | examples=draw the shades
21. definition=allow a draft | examples=This chimney draws very well
22. definition=require a specified depth for floating | examples=This boat draws 70 inches
23. definition=pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him | examples=in the old days, people were drawn and quartered for certain crimes
24. definition=cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense | examples=A declining dollar pulled down the export figures for the last quarter
25. definition=take in, also metaphorically | examples=The sponge absorbs water well
26. definition=direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes | examples=Her good looks attract the stares of many men
27. definition=thread on or as if on a string | examples=string pearls on a string
28. definition=stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) | examples=The archers were drawing their bows
29. definition=pass over, across, or through | examples=He ran his eyes over her body
30. definition=finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. | examples=The teams drew a tie
31. definition=contract | examples=The material drew after it was washed in hot water
32. definition=reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die | examples=draw wire
33. definition=steep; pass through a strainer | examples=draw pulp from the fruit
34. definition=remove the entrails of | examples=draw a chicken
35. definition=flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching | examples=draw steel
36. definition=cause to localize at one point | examples=Draw blood and pus

raw_output:
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The sentence uses "draw" to mean "cause to move" - the sound is described as a net that draws (pulls/attracts) people toward the church, indicating movement in a particular direction caused by the sound.

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to <t>draw</t> people into the church, "he says.

In this context, "draw" means to cause people to move toward the church - it's being used as a metaphor where the sound is like a net that pulls/attracts people.

Let me look at the relevant senses:

1. "cause to move by pulling" - draw a wagon - This is about physically pulling something
2. "get or derive" - not applicable
3. "make a mark or lines" - not applicable
4. "make, formulate, or derive in the mind" - not applicable
5. "bring, take, or pull out" - not applicable
6. "represent by making a drawing" - not applicable
7. "take liquid out" - not applicable
8. "give a description of" - not applicable
9. "select or take in from a given group" - not applicable
10. "elicit responses" - could this work? "draw sharp criticism" - this is about getting a response/reaction
16. "bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition" - "She was drawn to despair" - this is about leading/causing someone to move toward a state
26. "direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes" - "attract the stares of many men" - this is about attracting

The sentence says the sound is a net to "draw" people into the church. This means the sound attracts/brings people into the church.

Sense 16 says "bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition" with example "She was drawn to despair" - this seems very similar. The sound draws (brings/leads) people into the church.

But sense 26 is about "direct toward itself" and "attract" which also fits.

Actually, looking more carefully, sense 1 "cause to move by pulling" with "draw a wagon" is the base meaning. In the sentence, the net "draws" people - causes them to move toward the church, even if it's metaphorical attraction rather than physical pulling.
The core sense here is the foundational one—causing movement toward something. While sense 26 emphasizes attraction through psychological appeal, sense 1 captures the essential action: the sound compels people to move into the church, whether through literal pulling or metaphorical draw.


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

Sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to <t>draw</t> people into the church, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=cause to move by pulling | examples=draw a wagon
2. definition=get or derive | examples=He drew great benefits from his membership in the association
3. definition=make a mark or lines on a surface | examples=draw a line
4. definition=make, formulate, or derive in the mind | examples=I draw a line here
5. definition=bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover | examples=draw a weapon
6. definition=represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface | examples=She drew an elephant
7. definition=take liquid out of a container or well | examples=She drew water from the barrel
8. definition=give a description of | examples=He drew an elaborate plan of attack
9. definition=select or take in from a given group or region | examples=The participants in the experiment were drawn from a representative population
10. definition=elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. | examples=The President's comments drew sharp criticism from the Republicans
11. definition=suck in or take (air) | examples=draw a deep breath
12. definition=move or go steadily or gradually | examples=The ship drew near the shore
13. definition=remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) | examples=She drew $2,000 from the account
14. definition=choose at random | examples=draw a card
15. definition=earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher | examples=He drew a base on balls
16. definition=bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition | examples=She was drawn to despair
17. definition=cause to flow | examples=The nurse drew blood
18. definition=write a legal document or paper | examples=The deed was drawn in the lawyer's office
19. definition=engage in drawing | examples=He spent the day drawing in the garden
20. definition=move or pull so as to cover or uncover something | examples=draw the shades
21. definition=allow a draft | examples=This chimney draws very well
22. definition=require a specified depth for floating | examples=This boat draws 70 inches
23. definition=pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him | examples=in the old days, people were drawn and quartered for certain crimes
24. definition=cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense | examples=A declining dollar pulled down the export figures for the last quarter
25. definition=take in, also metaphorically | examples=The sponge absorbs water well
26. definition=direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes | examples=Her good looks attract the stares of many men
27. definition=thread on or as if on a string | examples=string pearls on a string
28. definition=stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) | examples=The archers were drawing their bows
29. definition=pass over, across, or through | examples=He ran his eyes over her body
30. definition=finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. | examples=The teams drew a tie
31. definition=contract | examples=The material drew after it was washed in hot water
32. definition=reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die | examples=draw wire
33. definition=steep; pass through a strainer | examples=draw pulp from the fruit
34. definition=remove the entrails of | examples=draw a chicken
35. definition=flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching | examples=draw steel
36. definition=cause to localize at one point | examples=Draw blood and pus

[Assistant]
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The sentence uses "draw" to mean "cause to move" - the sound is described as a net that draws (pulls/attracts) people toward the church, indicating movement in a particular direction caused by the sound.

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 36. Return only the integer.

reasoning_content:
Let me reconsider the sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to <t>draw</t> people into the church, "he says.

The question is asking which sense of "draw" is being used. Let me look at the definitions again:

1. cause to move by pulling | draw a wagon
2. get or derive | He drew great benefits from his membership
3. make a mark or lines on a surface | draw a line
4. make, formulate, or derive in the mind | I draw a line here
5. bring, take, or pull out of a container | draw a weapon
6. represent by making a drawing | She drew an elephant
7. take liquid out of a container | She drew water from the barrel
8. give a description of | He drew an elaborate plan of attack
9. select or take in from a given group | participants were drawn from a population
10. elicit responses | The President's comments drew sharp criticism
11. suck in or take (air) | draw a deep breath
12. move or go steadily or gradually | The ship drew near the shore
13. remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) | She drew $2,000 from the account
14. choose at random | draw a card
15. earn or achieve a base | He drew a base on balls
16. bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition | She was drawn to despair
17. cause to flow | The nurse drew blood
18. write a legal document | The deed was drawn
19. engage in drawing | He spent the day drawing
20. move or pull so as to cover or uncover | draw the shades
21. allow a draft | This chimney draws well
22. require a specified depth | This boat draws 70 inches
23. pull (a person) apart with four horses | people were drawn and quartered
24. cause to move in a certain direction | A declining dollar pulled down export figures
25. take in, also metaphorically | The sponge absorbs water
26. direct toward itself or oneself | Her good looks attract the stares
27. thread on or as if on a string | string pearls
28. stretch back a bowstring | The archers were drawing their bows
29. pass over, across, or through | He ran his eyes over her body
30. finish a game with an equal number of points | The teams drew a tie
31. contract | The material drew after washing
32. reduce the diameter of (a wire) | draw wire
33. steep; pass through a strainer | draw pulp from fruit
34. remove the entrails of | draw a chicken
35. flatten, stretch, or mold metal | draw steel
36. cause to localize at one point | Draw blood and

Looking at the context, the bells are meant to attract or pull people toward the church. The most fitting definition here is #26—to direct toward itself or oneself—since the bells are drawing people's attention and movement toward the church. This captures the sense of attraction or magnetism rather than physical pulling.


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

Sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to draw <t>people</t> into the church, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people
2. definition=the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people
3. definition=members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations
4. definition=the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to draw <t>people</t> into the church, "he says.

I need to determine which sense of "people" is being used here.

Let's look at each sense:

1. "definition=(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people" - This is a general definition referring to human beings as a group.

2. "definition=the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people" - This refers to citizens of a specific state or country.

3. "definition=members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations" - This refers to family members or relatives.

4. "definition=the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass" - This refers to ordinary people, the masses, common folk.

In the sentence, "draw people into the church" - this is referring to any group of human beings in general, not specifically:
- Not the body of citizens (sense 2)
- Not family members (sense 3)
- Not specifically the common people/masses (sense 4)

It's simply referring to a group of human beings in general - anyone who might come to the church. This matches sense 1: "any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively."

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to draw people into the <t>church</t>, "he says.

Senses:
1. definition=one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
2. definition=a place for public (especially Christian) worship | examples=the church was empty
3. definition=a service conducted in a house of worship | examples=don't be late for church
4. definition=the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church | examples=our church is hosting a picnic next week

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to draw people into the <t>church</t>, "he says.

I need to determine which sense of "church" is being used here.

1. "one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship" - This refers to denominations or religious organizations broadly.

2. "a place for public (especially Christian) worship" - This refers to the physical building where worship takes place.

3. "a service conducted in a house of worship" - This refers to a religious service/ceremony.

4. "the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church" - This refers to the congregation.

In the sentence, "draw people into the church" is talking about drawing people into a physical location where they worship. The bells are calling people to come to the building. This is clearly referring to the physical place of worship, not a service, not a denomination, and not the congregation of people.

The answer is 2.


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

Sentence: "The sound of bells is a net to draw people into the church, "he <t>says</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: "The sound of bells is a net to draw people into the church, "he <t>says</t>."

This is a direct quote where "he says" is used to attribute what follows to someone. The person is making a statement/claim about the sound of bells and the church.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "express in words" - This could fit, as he is expressing something in words
2. "report or maintain" - This could fit, as he is reporting/maintaining a claim
3. "express a supposition" - No, this is not hypothetical
4. "have or contain a certain wording" - No, this doesn't fit
5. "give instructions with authority" - No, there's no command here
6. "speak, pronounce in a certain way" - No, this is about how something is pronounced
7. "communicate nonverbally" - No, this is verbal
8. "utter aloud" - This could fit, as the person is uttering something aloud
9. "state as one's opinion/judgement; declare" - This fits well, as the person is stating an opinion/observation
10. "recite or repeat a fixed text" - No, this is not fixed text
11. "indicate" - Not really about indicating time or information

The most appropriate sense here is sense 2 "report or maintain" because "he says" is being used to attribute or report what the statement is. It's a literary device where the speaker is reporting/maintaining what someone says about the bells and the church.

Actually, looking more carefully at sense 1 "express in words" - this is probably the most basic and general sense. When someone "says" something, they are expressing it in words.

But sense 2 "report or maintain" is specifically about reporting or asserting a claim, which fits the context where someone is making a statement about the bells.

I think sense 2 is the best fit here.


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

Sentence: "I <t>live</t> in hopes that the ringers themselves will be drawn into that fuller life. "

Senses:
1. definition=inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of | examples=People lived in Africa millions of years ago
2. definition=lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style | examples=we had to live frugally after the war
3. definition=continue to live through hardship or adversity | examples=We went without water and food for 3 days
4. definition=support oneself | examples=he could barely exist on such a low wage
5. definition=have life, be alive | examples=Our great leader is no more
6. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | examples=I know the feeling!
7. definition=pursue a positive and satisfying existence | examples=You must accept yourself and others if you really want to live

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "I <t>live</t> in hopes that the ringers themselves will be drawn into that fuller life."

The key phrase is "live in hopes" - this means to pursue or maintain a positive way of living, specifically living with hope. Let me examine each sense:

1. "inhabit or live in" - This is about occupying a physical space. The sentence doesn't mean the person inhabits hopes. Not this one.

2. "lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style" - This could fit. The person is leading a life characterized by hope.

3. "continue to live through hardship or adversity" - Not really about surviving hardship here.

4. "support oneself" - Not about financial survival.

5. "have life, be alive" - Not about just existing or being alive.

6. "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations" - Not quite about experiencing something directly.

7. "pursue a positive and satisfying existence" - This fits well. "Live in hopes" means to pursue a positive existence characterized by hope. The fuller life mentioned at the end supports this - it's about living in a positive, fuller way.

I think the answer is 7. The sentence is about pursuing a positive and satisfying existence characterized by hope.


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

Sentence: "I live in <t>hopes</t> that the ringers themselves will be drawn into that fuller life. "

Senses:
1. definition=a specific instance of feeling hopeful | examples=it revived their hope of winning the pennant
2. definition=the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled | examples=in spite of his troubles he never gave up hope
3. definition=grounds for feeling hopeful about the future | examples=there is little or no promise that he will recover
4. definition=someone (or something) on which expectations are centered | examples=he was their best hope for a victory
5. definition=United States comedian (born in England) who appeared in films with Bing Crosby (1903-2003)
6. definition=one of the three Christian virtues

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "I live in hopes that the ringers themselves will be drawn into that fuller life."

The phrase is "in hopes that" - this is expressing a general feeling or desire that something will happen. The person is living with the feeling/sentiment that something desirable will occur (that the ringers will be drawn into fuller life).

Let me check each definition:

1. "a specific instance of feeling hopeful" - this is about a particular, specific instance. The sentence is more general than that.

2. "the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled" - This fits well. "In hopes" expresses a general feeling/sentiment that something desired (the ringers being drawn into fuller life) will be fulfilled.

3. "grounds for feeling hopeful about the future" - This is about reasons/grounds, not the feeling itself.

4. "someone (or something) on which expectations are centered" - This doesn't fit; it's about a person or thing that is hoped for, not the state of hoping.

5. This is the person Bob Hope - clearly not relevant.

6. "one of the three Christian virtues" - This is the theological/religious sense of hope as a virtue. While the sentence mentions a spiritual concept ("fuller life"), it's not referring to the virtue of hope itself but rather the act of hoping for something.

The best fit is sense 2: "the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled" - the person is living with the general feeling/sentiment that their desire (the ringers being drawn into fuller life) will be fulfilled.


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

Sentence: "I live in hopes that the <t>ringers</t> themselves will be drawn into that fuller life. "

Senses:
1. definition=a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation)
2. definition=a person who is almost identical to another
3. definition=a contestant entered in a competition under false pretenses
4. definition=(horseshoes) the successful throw of a horseshoe or quoit so as to encircle a stake or peg

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "I live in hopes that the <t>ringers</t> themselves will be drawn into that fuller life."

This sentence appears to be from a religious or spiritual context, given the phrase "fuller life" which suggests spiritual development or growth. The phrase "drawn into that fuller life" suggests a spiritual awakening or deeper participation in religious life.

Let me consider each sense:

1. A person who rings church bells - This would make sense in a religious context. Ringers (bell ringers) are people who ring church bells. The sentence could be suggesting that bell ringers themselves will be drawn into a deeper spiritual life.

2. A person who is almost identical to another - This doesn't fit the context well. There's no indication of similarity or replacement.

3. A contestant entered under false pretenses - This doesn't fit at all. There's nothing about competition or deception.

4. (horseshoes) a successful throw - This doesn't fit at all. Nothing about horseshoes or quoits.

The most logical fit is sense 1: a person who rings church bells. The context about being "drawn into that fuller life" makes sense when referring to church bell ringers who might be drawn into deeper spiritual participation.