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

Sentence: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this <t>basic</t> research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=pertaining to or constituting a base or basis | examples=a basic fact
2. definition=reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality | examples=a basic story line
3. definition=serving as a base or starting point | examples=a basic course in Russian
4. definition=of or denoting or of the nature of or containing a base

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and the different senses of "basic":

"All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this <t>basic</t> research will begin showing results there soon."

The sentence is referring to "basic research" - which is research that forms the foundation or starting point for applied research and treatment advances. The speaker is contrasting "basic research" (fundamental research) with the applied results (treatment advances) that the public is concerned about.

Let me evaluate each sense:

1. "pertaining to or constituting a base or basis" - This fits because basic research is research that forms the basis for other research and applications.

2. "reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality" - This could fit in the sense that basic research is fundamental/elementary, but this definition seems more about simplifying something complex.

3. "serving as a base or starting point" - This fits well because basic research is the starting point for applied research and treatments.

4. "of or denoting or of the nature of or containing a base" - This is a chemical/scientific definition, not relevant here.

Both 1 and 3 seem applicable, but sense 3 "serving as a base or starting point" is the most precise fit for "basic research" - it's research that serves as the starting point and foundation for further applied research and treatment development.


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

Sentence: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will <t>begin</t> showing results there soon. "

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

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reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will <t>begin</t> showing results there soon."

The key phrase is "will begin showing results". This means "will start showing results" or "will start to show results".

Let me go through the senses:

1. "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - This would fit "begin working" - similar to "begin showing"
2. "have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense" - This is about something having a beginning point (like "The DMZ begins right over the hill")
3. "set in motion, cause to start" - This is similar to sense 1
4. "begin to speak or say" - Not applicable here
5. "be the first item or point" - Not applicable
6. "have a beginning, of a temporal event" - This is about an event having a starting point in time
7. "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - Similar to 6, but with a specific characteristic
8. "begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object" - Like "begin a cigar" (smoke it)
9. "achieve or accomplish in the least degree" - Negative context, not applicable
10. "begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language" - Not applicable

In the sentence, "begin showing results" means to start the action of showing results. This is closest to sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - similar to "We began working at dawn."

The answer is 1.

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

Sentence: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin <t>showing</t> results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=give an exhibition of to an interested audience | examples=She shows her dogs frequently
2. definition=establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment | examples=The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound
3. definition=provide evidence for | examples=The blood test showed that he was the father
4. definition=make visible or noticeable | examples=She showed her talent for cooking
5. definition=show in, or as in, a picture | examples=This scene depicts country life
6. definition=give expression to | examples=She showed her disappointment
7. definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | examples=I showed the customer the glove section
8. definition=be or become visible or noticeable | examples=His good upbringing really shows
9. definition=indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments | examples=The thermometer showed thirteen degrees below zero
10. definition=give evidence of, as of records | examples=The diary shows his distress that evening
11. definition=take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums | examples=The usher showed us to our seats
12. definition=finish third or better in a horse or dog race | examples=he bet $2 on number six to show

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin <t>showing</t> results there soon."

The key phrase is "will begin showing results" - this means the basic research will start to produce/demonstrate/establish results.

Let me go through each sense:

1. "give an exhibition of to an interested audience" - No, this isn't about exhibiting to an audience
2. "establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment" - This could work - showing results means establishing/demonstrating validity
3. "provide evidence for" - This could also work - showing results means providing evidence
4. "make visible or noticeable" - This could work too - results becoming visible/noticeable
5. "show in, or as in, a picture" - No
6. "give expression to" - No
7. "indicate a place, direction, person, or thing" - No
8. "be or become visible or noticeable" - This could work - results becoming visible
9. "indicate a certain reading" - No
10. "give evidence of, as of records" - This could work - showing results gives evidence
11. "take (someone) to their seats" - No
12. "finish third or better in a horse or dog race" - No

The most natural interpretation is that the research will "demonstrate/establish" or "produce evidence for" results. Looking at the definitions:

Sense 2: "establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment" - this fits well with "will begin showing results"
Sense 3: "provide evidence for" - this also fits
Sense 10: "give evidence of, as of records" - this also fits

Actually, I think sense 2 is the best fit because "showing results" means the research will establish/demonstrate that it produces valid results.


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

Sentence: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing <t>results</t> there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
2. definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution
3. definition=something that results | examples=he listened for the results on the radio
4. definition=the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze this sentence and the different senses of "result" given:

The sentence is: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing <t>results</t> there soon."

Let me examine each sense:

1. "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon" - This refers to outcomes or consequences that are caused by something preceding it. The example "the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise" shows an outcome.

2. "a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem" - This is about solutions or answers. The example "they were trying to find a peaceful solution" is about solving a problem.

3. "something that results" - This is a more general/circular definition meaning "something that comes as a result or outcome." The example "he listened for the results on the radio" seems to be about outcomes (like exam results, sports results, etc.).

4. "the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause" - This is a linguistic/grammatical sense about semantic roles.

In the sentence, "results" refers to the outcomes or consequences that will come from the basic research. The research will "show results" meaning it will produce positive outcomes or progress in treatment.

This fits best with sense 1 - "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon" - because the results are outcomes caused by the research activity.

Sense 3 is also plausible, but sense 1 is more specific and better captures the meaning of outcomes caused by something preceding it.

I think the answer is 1.


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

Sentence: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results <t>there</t> soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=in or at that place | examples=they have lived there for years
2. definition=in that matter | examples=I agree with you there
3. definition=to or toward that place; away from the speaker | examples=go there around noon!

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the word "there" in the sentence: "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results <t>there</t> soon."

Looking at the context, "there" is being used to refer to "in that matter" or "in that regard" - meaning in the context of treatment results. It's not referring to a physical place (sense 1), and it's not telling someone to go toward a place (sense 3).

The speaker is saying that the basic research will begin showing results "there" - meaning in that matter/regard. This is sense 2: "in that matter."

The answer is 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: Dr. Dryja <t>made</t> his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986.

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: "Dr. Dryja <t>made</t> his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986."

This sentence is saying that Dr. Dryja brought about or caused his retinoblastoma discovery to happen in 1986. He made a discovery - meaning he found it or caused it to happen.

Let me go through the senses:

1. "engage in" - not this one, the discovery isn't something you "engage in"
2. "give certain properties" - not this one
3. "make or cause to be or to become" - this could work, but it's about causing something to be or become something
4. "cause to do; cause to act" - not quite
5. "give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally" - this is close! "made his discovery" means he caused the discovery to happen
6. "create or manufacture a man-made product" - not this one
7. "make, formulate, or derive in the mind" - this could work for "making a discovery"
8. "compel or make somebody" - not this
9. "create by artistic means" - not this
10. "earn on some commercial or business transaction" - not this
16. "perform or carry out" - "make a discovery" could mean "perform a discovery"
24. "carry out or commit" - "make a mistake" is the example, but this could apply to "make a discovery"

Actually, looking more carefully:
- Sense 5: "give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally" with examples like "cause a commotion" - this fits "made his retinoblastoma discovery"
- Sense 16: "perform or carry out" with examples like "make a decision" - this could also fit "make a discovery"
- Sense 5 seems strongest because discovering is fundamentally something that occurs or happens, and "made his discovery" captures that sense of bringing about an occurrence. Sense 16 works too since discovering is an action one performs, but sense 5 better captures the essence of what a discovery is.


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

Sentence: Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma <t>discovery</t> in 1986.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of discovering something
2. definition=something that is discovered
3. definition=a productive insight
4. definition=(law) compulsory pretrial disclosure of documents relevant to a case; enables one side in a litigation to elicit information from the other side concerning the facts in the case

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986."

Let me analyze what "discovery" means in this context:

1. "the act of discovering something" - This would mean the process or action of discovering something
2. "something that is discovered" - This would refer to the actual thing that was found/discovered
3. "a productive insight" - This would mean a finding that leads to useful knowledge
4. "(law) compulsory pretrial disclosure..." - This is a legal term, clearly not applicable here

In the sentence, Dr. Dryja "made his retinoblastoma discovery" - this is referring to what he found/discovered about retinoblastoma. The sentence is talking about the actual discovery - the finding itself - rather than the process of discovering.

So this could be either sense 1 or sense 2. Let me think more carefully:

- Sense 1: "the act of discovering something" - focuses on the ACTION/PROCESS
- Sense 2: "something that is discovered" - focuses on the RESULT/THING

In "made his discovery," we're talking about the result of his discovering work - the retinoblastoma discovery (what he found). This seems more like sense 2 - the thing that was discovered.

However, "made his discovery" could also be interpreted as "performed the act of discovery," which would be sense 1.

Actually, I think sense 2 is more appropriate here because "discovery" refers to what he discovered (retinoblastoma-related), not just the act of discovering something. The phrase emphasizes the product of the discovery, not just the action.

Let me reconsider: "made his discovery" - this is about what he discovered, so sense 2 seems right.


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

Sentence: <t>Then</t> last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) | examples=then he left
2. definition=in that case or as a consequence | examples=if he didn't take it, then who did?
3. definition=at that time | examples=I was young then

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

The word "then" appears to be used to mean "at that time" - specifically referring to last spring. It's indicating a point in time when something happened.

Let me check each sense:

1. "subsequently or soon afterward" - This would mean something happened after something else. The sentence doesn't seem to be indicating a sequence where one thing happened after another.

2. "in that case or as a consequence" - This is a logical consequence marker. The sentence doesn't seem to be expressing a conditional relationship like "if X, then Y."

3. "at that time" - This makes sense. "Then last spring" means "at that time last spring" or "back in/during that time of last spring." It's indicating a specific point in time.

The correct sense is 3.


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

Sentence: Then <t>last</t> spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=immediately past | examples=last Thursday
2. definition=coming after all others in time or space or degree or being the only one remaining | examples=the last time I saw Paris
3. definition=occurring at or forming an end or termination | examples=his concluding words came as a surprise
4. definition=most unlikely or unsuitable | examples=the last person we would have suspected
5. definition=occurring at the time of death | examples=his last words
6. definition=conclusive in a process or progression | examples=the final answer
7. definition=highest in extent or degree | examples=to the last measure of human endurance
8. definition=not to be altered or undone | examples=the judge's decision is final
9. definition=lowest in rank or importance | examples=last prize

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then <t>last</t> spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

The word "last" is being used to refer to a spring that occurred in the recent past. "Last spring" means the spring that immediately preceded the current time of speaking/writing.

Looking at the senses:
1. "immediately past" with examples like "last Thursday" - This fits perfectly. "Last spring" means the spring that just passed, immediately before now.

2. "coming after all others" - This doesn't fit. We're not talking about spring being the final one.

3. "occurring at or forming an end or termination" - Not the right meaning here.

4. "most unlikely or unsuitable" - No.

5. "occurring at the time of death" - No.

6. "conclusive in a process or progression" - No.

7. "highest in extent or degree" - No.

8. "not to be altered or undone" - No.

9. "lowest in rank or importance" - No.

The answer is clearly 1, as "last spring" refers to the spring that immediately preceded the present time, which matches the definition "immediately past" with the example "last Thursday."


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

Sentence: Then last <t>spring</t>, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=the season of growth | examples=the emerging buds were a sure sign of spring
2. definition=a metal elastic device that returns to its shape or position when pushed or pulled or pressed | examples=the spring was broken
3. definition=a natural flow of ground water
4. definition=a point at which water issues forth
5. definition=the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
6. definition=a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then last <t>spring</t>, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

The word "spring" is used here as a reference to a time period - specifically "last spring." This refers to the season of spring, the time of year known for growth and renewal, which comes after winter and before summer.

Looking at the senses:
1. "the season of growth" - This matches! The sentence is referring to the spring season.
2. "a metal elastic device" - No, this is about a physical object
3. "a natural flow of ground water" - No, this is about water
4. "a point at which water issues forth" - No, this is about water
5. "the elasticity of something" - No, this is about physical properties
6. "a light, self-propelled movement" - No, this is about movement

The correct answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers <t>reported</t> finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=to give an account or representation of in words | examples=Discreet Italian police described it in a manner typically continental
2. definition=announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding | examples=Dozens of incidents of wife beatings are reported daily in this city
3. definition=announce one's presence | examples=I report to work every day at 9 o'clock
4. definition=make known to the authorities | examples=One student reported the other to the principal
5. definition=be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism | examples=Snow reported on China in the 1950's
6. definition=complain about; make a charge against | examples=I reported her to the supervisor

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

The sentence is saying that researchers announced or made public the result of their findings/investigation about a gene. They found a gene and reported this finding.

Let me check each sense:

1. "give an account or representation of in words" - This is similar but the example is about describing something in a manner.

2. "announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding" - This fits perfectly. The researchers are announcing the result of their investigation/finding. The example "Dozens of incidents of wife beatings are reported daily in this city" also matches this usage - it's announcing findings/results.

3. "announce one's presence" - No, this doesn't fit. This is about showing up or being present somewhere.

4. "make known to the authorities" - No, this is about reporting someone or something to authorities in a negative way.

5. "be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism" - No, this is about being a journalist who reports on events.

6. "complain about; make a charge against" - No, this is about making a complaint.

The correct answer is sense 2 - "announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding". The researchers are announcing/reporting the results of their investigation/finding of a gene.


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers reported <t>finding</t> a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=come upon, as if by accident; meet with | examples=We find this idea in Plato
2. definition=discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | examples=She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water
3. definition=come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost | examples=Did you find your glasses?
4. definition=establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study | examples=find the product of two numbers
5. definition=come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me
6. definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices
7. definition=get something or somebody for a specific purpose | examples=I found this gadget that will serve as a bottle opener
8. definition=make a discovery, make a new finding | examples=Roentgen discovered X-rays
9. definition=make a discovery | examples=She found that he had lied to her
10. definition=obtain through effort or management | examples=She found the time and energy to take care of her aging parents
11. definition=decide on and make a declaration about | examples=find someone guilty
12. definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation
13. definition=perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place | examples=I found myself in a difficult situation
14. definition=get or find back; recover the use of | examples=She regained control of herself
15. definition=succeed in reaching; arrive at | examples=The arrow found its mark
16. definition=accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation | examples=My son went to Berkeley to find himself

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

The word "finding" here means that the researchers discovered a gene. Let me look at the relevant senses:

1. "come upon, as if by accident; meet with" - This could apply, but it's more about accidental discovery
2. "discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of" - This seems very relevant
3. "come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost" - This is about finding something lost
4. "establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study" - This could work
8. "make a discovery, make a new finding" - This seems very relevant
9. "make a discovery" - This seems relevant

The context is that researchers reported finding a gene. They discovered it through their research. This is clearly a discovery context.

Sense 8 says "make a discovery, make a new finding" with the example "Roentgen discovered X-rays" - this seems very similar to our context.

Sense 9 says "make a discovery" with the example "She found that he had lied to her" - this is more about discovering a fact about something.

Sense 2 says "discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of" - this could also work.

Between 2, 8, and 9, I think sense 8 "make a discovery, make a new finding" is the best fit because the researchers are making a new finding/discovery of a gene, which is exactly what sense 8 describes.


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene <t>called</t> p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | examples=They named their son David
2. definition=ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality | examples=He called me a bastard
3. definition=get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone | examples=I tried to call you all night
4. definition=utter a sudden loud cry | examples=she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle
5. definition=order, request, or command to come | examples=She was called into the director's office
6. definition=pay a brief visit | examples=The mayor likes to call on some of the prominent citizens
7. definition=call a meeting; invite or command to meet | examples=The Wannsee Conference was called to discuss the `Final Solution'
8. definition=read aloud to check for omissions or absentees | examples=Call roll
9. definition=send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message | examples=Hawaii is calling!
10. definition=utter a characteristic note or cry | examples=bluejays called to one another
11. definition=stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather | examples=call a football game
12. definition=greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name | examples=He always addresses me with `Sir'
13. definition=make a stop in a harbour | examples=The ship will call in Honolulu tomorrow
14. definition=demand payment of (a loan) | examples=Call a loan
15. definition=make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands | examples=He called his trump
16. definition=give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance
17. definition=indicate a decision in regard to | examples=call balls and strikes behind the plate
18. definition=make a prediction about; tell in advance | examples=Call the outcome of an election
19. definition=require the presentation of for redemption before maturation | examples=Call a bond
20. definition=challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense | examples=He deserves to be called on that
21. definition=declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee | examples=call a runner out
22. definition=lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal | examples=Call ducks
23. definition=order or request or give a command for | examples=The unions called a general strike for Sunday
24. definition=order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role | examples=He was already called 4 times for jury duty
25. definition=utter in a loud voice or announce | examples=He called my name
26. definition=challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of | examples=call the speaker on a question of fact
27. definition=consider or regard as being | examples=I would not call her beautiful
28. definition=rouse somebody from sleep with a call | examples=I was called at 5 A.M. this morning

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene <t>called</t> p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

In this context, "called" means that the gene has been named or designated as "p53". This is about giving something a name or designation.

Let me look at the senses:

1. "assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to" - Examples: "They named their son David" - This fits! The gene is being called/named "p53"

2. "ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality" - Examples: "He called me a bastard" - This is different, it's ascribing a quality

3-28. Various other meanings

The key here is that "called" means the gene is named or designated as "p53". This is sense 1 - "assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to" - which is exactly what's happening in the sentence. The gene has been assigned the name "p53".

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if <t>impaired</t>, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=make worse or less effective | examples=His vision was impaired
2. definition=make imperfect | examples=nothing marred her beauty

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if <t>impaired</t>, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

The word "impaired" here is used to describe what happens to the gene p53 - when it becomes damaged or non-functional, it leads to healthy cells becoming cancerous.

Let me compare the two senses:
1. "make worse or less effective" - This fits well. If the gene p53 is impaired (made worse/less effective), it can no longer perform its protective function, and healthy colon cells turn cancerous. The gene's function is being made worse or less effective.

2. "make imperfect" - This could also apply technically, but it's less precise. Making something imperfect doesn't necessarily convey the sense of degradation in function as clearly.

The first sense seems more appropriate because "impaired" in this context refers to diminishing the function or effectiveness of the gene. The gene's ability to prevent cancer is being compromised or made less effective.

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, <t>turns</t> healthy colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense | examples=Turn towards me
2. definition=undergo a transformation or a change of position or action | examples=We turned from Socialism to Capitalism
3. definition=undergo a change or development | examples=The water turned into ice
4. definition=cause to move around or rotate | examples=turn a key
5. definition=change to the contrary | examples=The trend was reversed
6. definition=pass to the other side of | examples=turn the corner
7. definition=pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become | examples=The weather turned nasty
8. definition=let (something) fall or spill from a container | examples=turn the flour onto a plate
9. definition=move around an axis or a center | examples=The wheels are turning
10. definition=cause to move around a center so as to show another side of | examples=turn a page of a book
11. definition=to send or let go | examples=They turned away the crowd at the gate of the governor's mansion
12. definition=to break and turn over earth especially with a plow | examples=Farmer Jones plowed his east field last week
13. definition=shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel | examples=turn the legs of the table
14. definition=change color | examples=In Vermont, the leaves turn early
15. definition=twist suddenly so as to sprain | examples=wrench one's ankle
16. definition=cause to change or turn into something different;assume new characteristics | examples=The princess turned the frog into a prince by kissing him
17. definition=accomplish by rotating | examples=turn a somersault
18. definition=get by buying and selling | examples=the company turned a good profit after a year
19. definition=cause to move along an axis or into a new direction | examples=turn your face to the wall
20. definition=channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something | examples=The pedophile turned to boys for satisfaction
21. definition=cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form | examples=bend the rod
22. definition=alter the functioning or setting of | examples=turn the dial to 10
23. definition=direct at someone | examples=She turned a smile on me
24. definition=have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to | examples=She called on her Representative to help her
25. definition=go sour or spoil | examples=The milk has soured
26. definition=become officially one year older | examples=She is turning 50 this year

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

The key phrase is "turns healthy colon cells cancerous" - we need to determine what "turns" means here.

The gene, when impaired, causes healthy colon cells to become cancerous. This is a transformation or change where the cells go from being healthy to being cancerous - they acquire a new characteristic/property.

Let me look at the relevant senses:

1. Change orientation/direction - No, not about direction
2. Undergo transformation or change of position - Possible, but more about position/action
3. Undergo change or development - Possible, but the example is more about physical state change
4. Cause to move around - No, not about rotating
7. Pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become - This looks very relevant! "The weather turned nasty" is similar - something becomes a certain way
16. Cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics - This also looks very relevant! "The princess turned the frog into a prince" is very similar to turning healthy cells into cancerous cells

Let me compare 7 and 16:
- Sense 7: "pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become" with example "The weather turned nasty"
- Sense 16: "cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics" with example "The princess turned the frog into a prince by kissing him"

The difference seems to be that 7 is about something becoming a state (intransitive), while 16 is about causing something to become different (transitive).

In our sentence: "which... turns healthy colon cells cancerous" - the gene (subject) "turns" (causes) the healthy colon cells to become cancerous. This is transitive - something is being caused to change.
Sense 16 fits best here since the impaired gene actively causes the cells to transform and take on cancerous properties, similar to how the princess's action transformed the frog into a prince.


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns <t>healthy</t> colon cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease | examples=a rosy healthy baby
2. definition=financially secure and functioning well | examples=a healthy economy
3. definition=promoting health; healthful; ; ; ; ; - C.B.Davis | examples=a healthy diet
4. definition=exercising or showing good judgment | examples=healthy scepticism
5. definition=large in amount or extent or degree | examples=it cost a considerable amount

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous."

In this context, "healthy" is describing colon cells. The cells are described as healthy (before they become cancerous if the gene is impaired). This refers to cells that are free from disease or impairment.

Let me check each sense:

1. "having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease" - This fits! The colon cells are healthy in the sense that they are free from disease before the impairment occurs.

2. "financially secure and functioning well" - This doesn't fit, as we're talking about biological cells, not financial matters.

3. "promoting health; healthful" - This could potentially fit, but the cells themselves aren't promoting health; they ARE healthy.

4. "exercising or showing good judgment" - This doesn't fit cells.

5. "large in amount or extent or degree" - This doesn't fit the context.

The correct sense is 1. The healthy colon cells are those in good health, free from disease or impairment (at least before the gene impairment occurs).


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy <t>colon</t> cells cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=the part of the large intestine between the cecum and the rectum; it extracts moisture from food residues before they are excreted
2. definition=the basic unit of money in El Salvador; equal to 100 centavos
3. definition=the basic unit of money in Costa Rica; equal to 100 centimos
4. definition=a port city at the Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal
5. definition=a punctuation mark (:) used after a word introducing a series or an example or an explanation (or after the salutation of a business letter)

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy <t>colon</t> cells cancerous."

In this sentence, "colon" refers to the part of the large intestine. The sentence is talking about healthy colon cells becoming cancerous, which is clearly referring to the anatomical structure - the part of the large intestine.

Looking at the senses:
1. the part of the large intestine between the cecum and the rectum - YES, this matches
2. basic unit of money in El Salvador - NO
3. basic unit of money in Costa Rica - NO
4. a port city at the Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal - NO
5. a punctuation mark (:) - NO

The correct answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon <t>cells</t> cancerous.

Senses:
1. definition=any small compartment | examples=the cells of a honeycomb
2. definition=(biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms; they may exist as independent units of life (as in monads) or may form colonies or tissues as in higher plants and animals
3. definition=a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction
4. definition=a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement
5. definition=a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver
6. definition=small room in which a monk or nun lives
7. definition=a room where a prisoner is kept

reasoning_content:
Looking at the sentence: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon <t>cells</t> cancerous."

The context is about biology - researchers are discussing a gene (p53) that affects colon cells. This is clearly referring to biological cells - the basic structural and functional units of organisms.

Let me check the definitions:
1. Small compartment (honeycomb) - No, this is not about honeycomb cells
2. (biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms - YES, this matches the context
3. A device that delivers electric current - No, not about batteries
4. A small unit serving as part of a larger political movement - No, not about politics
5. A hand-held mobile radiotelephone - No, not about phones
6. Small room where a monk/nun lives - No, not about monks
7. A room where a prisoner is kept - No, not about prisons

The answer is clearly sense 2.


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

Sentence: Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells <t>cancerous</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or affected with cancer | examples=a cancerous growth
2. definition=like a cancer; an evil that grows and spreads | examples=remorse was cancerous within him

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

The sentence is: "Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells <t>cancerous</t>."

In this context, the word "cancerous" is describing what happens to healthy colon cells when the p53 gene is impaired. The researchers are talking about how cells become affected with or develop cancer.

Let me look at the two senses:

1. "relating to or affected with cancer" | examples: "a cancerous growth" - This describes something that is actually affected with cancer or is related to cancer as a disease.

2. "like a cancer; an evil that grows and spreads" | examples: "remorse was cancerous within him" - This is a metaphorical use, comparing something to cancer in terms of its spreading or harmful nature.

In the sentence, the cells are literally becoming affected with cancer - they're turning into cancer cells. This is the literal, medical use of the term, not a metaphorical use. So this matches sense 1: "relating to or affected with cancer."

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Soon after that <t>report</t>, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=a written document describing the findings of some individual or group | examples=this accords with the recent study by Hill and Dale
2. definition=the act of informing by verbal report | examples=he heard reports that they were causing trouble
3. definition=a short account of the news | examples=the report of his speech
4. definition=a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) | examples=they heard a violent report followed by silence
5. definition=a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment | examples=his father signed his report card
6. definition=an essay (especially one written as an assignment) | examples=he got an A on his composition
7. definition=the general estimation that the public has for a person | examples=he acquired a reputation as an actor before he started writing

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

"Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers."

In this context, "report" refers to a written document or piece of research/findings that was previously mentioned. The researchers are referring to a report about something, and after that report was published/released, other research teams found related evidence.

Let me check each definition:

1. "a written document describing the findings of some individual or group" - This fits perfectly. The sentence mentions "that report" which appears to be a written document about research findings.

2. "the act of informing by verbal report" - This is about verbal communication, not what's being used here.

3. "a short account of the news" - Could fit, but it's more specifically about news accounts.

4. "a sharp explosive sound" - Definitely not about sound.

5. "a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment" - Not about student evaluation.

6. "an essay (especially one written as an assignment)" - Could fit loosely, but the context is about research findings, not an essay assignment.

7. "the general estimation that the public has for a person" - Not about reputation here.

The best fit is sense 1, which specifically defines "report" as "a written document describing the findings of some individual or group." This matches the context where researchers have published findings about a damaged p53 gene, and other teams subsequently found related evidence.


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

Sentence: Soon after that report, two <t>other</t> research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day
2. definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
4. definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and the senses of "other":

Sentence: "Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers."

Now let me examine each sense:

1. "not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied" - This would mean "two different research teams" that haven't been mentioned before. This seems like it could fit.

2. "recently past" - This would mean "two recent research teams" - doesn't really fit the context.

3. "belonging to the distant past" - This would mean teams from the distant past - doesn't fit the context at all.

4. "very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected" - This would mean the research teams were unusual or strange - doesn't fit the context.

In the sentence, "other" is being used to refer to research teams that are different from or in addition to the one mentioned before (the original report). It's referring to "two additional research teams" that are not the same as the ones previously mentioned.

This clearly matches sense 1: "not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied"


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

Sentence: Soon after that report, two other research <t>teams</t> uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=a cooperative unit (especially in sports)
2. definition=two or more draft animals that work together to pull something

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

The sentence is: "Soon after that report, two other research <t>teams</t> uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers."

The context shows that "teams" refers to "research teams" - groups of researchers/scientists working together on a research project.

Looking at the two definitions:
1. "a cooperative unit (especially in sports)" - This is a group working together toward a common goal
2. "two or more draft animals that work together to pull something" - This refers to animals like horses or oxen

In this sentence, "research teams" clearly refers to groups of people (researchers) working together on a scientific project. This matches the first definition of "a cooperative unit" - even though the definition emphasizes sports, it's describing a cooperative unit that works together, which is what "research teams" are.

The second definition is about draft animals, which doesn't fit the context at all.

Therefore, the answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered <t>evidence</t> that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief | examples=the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling
2. definition=an indication that makes something evident | examples=his trembling was evidence of his fear
3. definition=(law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and the three senses of "evidence":

The sentence is: "Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers."

Let me examine each sense:

1. "your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief" - This is about something that serves as a basis for believing something. The example is "the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling." In the sentence, the uncovered evidence (the presence of the damaged p53 gene) would be the basis for believing something about cancer.

2. "an indication that makes something evident" - This is about a sign or indication that reveals or makes something clear. The example is "his trembling was evidence of his fear" - the trembling indicates/shows the fear.

3. "(law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved" - This is specifically a legal term about judicial proceedings.

In the given sentence, the researchers uncovered evidence of the p53 gene in cancerous tissue. This evidence serves as the basis for belief/knowledge about the connection between this gene and cancer. It's scientific evidence that would support a conclusion.

Sense 1 seems most appropriate - it's about knowledge/basis for belief in a scientific context.

Sense 2 could also work - it's an indication that makes something evident (the presence of the gene indicates something about cancer).

Actually, looking more carefully, sense 1 is about "your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief" which directly fits. The uncovered evidence is knowledge/facts on which to base belief about the p53 gene's role in cancer.

The answer should be 1.


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

Sentence: Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the <t>same</t> damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

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

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the <t>same</t> damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers."

The word "same" here is being used to indicate that the p53 gene found in lung cancer tissue is identical/the same as the p53 gene found in breast cancer tissue. It's referring to the exact same gene being present in multiple locations.

Let me check each sense:
1. "same in identity" - This means the exact same thing/entity. Like "the same man I saw yesterday" means it's literally the same person.
2. "closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree" - This means similar but not necessarily identical. Like "curtains the same color as the walls" means they're similar in color.
3. "equal in amount or value" - This means equal in quantity or value.
4. "unchanged in character or nature" - This means it stayed the way it was.

In the sentence, "the same damaged p53 gene" means it's the identical p53 gene (with the same damage) appearing in both lung and breast cancer tissue. This is sense 1 - "same in identity."


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

Sentence: Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same <t>damaged</t> p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=harmed or injured or spoiled | examples=I won't buy damaged goods
2. definition=being unjustly brought into disrepute | examples=a discredited politician

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same <t>damaged</t> p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers."

In this context, "damaged" is describing a p53 gene that is present in cancer tissue. The gene is not functioning properly or is impaired/altered in a way that contributes to cancer.

Let me consider the two senses:

1. "harmed or injured or spoiled" - This would mean the gene is physically or functionally harmed/injured/spoiled. A damaged p53 gene would be one that is mutated or non-functional, which is indeed the case in cancer. This fits the context perfectly.

2. "being unjustly brought into disrepute" - This would suggest the gene's reputation has been unfairly damaged. This doesn't make sense in a scientific context about genetics.

The correct sense is clearly #1, as "damaged" refers to the gene being physically/functionally impaired or not working properly.


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

Sentence: Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is <t>present</t> in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=temporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration | examples=the present leader
2. definition=being or existing in a specified place | examples=the murderer is present in this room

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is <t>present</t> in tissue from lung and breast cancers."

In this context, "present" means that the damaged p53 gene exists or is located in the tissue from lung and breast cancers. It's describing the existence or location of something in a specified place.

Let me check the two senses:

1. "temporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration" - This would refer to time-related meanings, like "the present leader" meaning the current leader.

2. "being or existing in a specified place" - This refers to something existing or being located in a particular place, like "the murderer is present in this room."

In the sentence, "the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers" means the gene exists/is located in that tissue. This matches sense 2 - it's saying the gene is being/existing in a specified place (tissue from lung and breast cancers).

The answer is 2.


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

Sentence: Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in <t>tissue</t> from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=part of an organism consisting of an aggregate of cells having a similar structure and function
2. definition=a soft thin (usually translucent) paper

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

The sentence is: "Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in <t>tissue</t> from lung and breast cancers."

In this context, "tissue" is referring to biological tissue from lung and breast cancers. This is clearly referring to a part of an organism (in this case, cancerous tissue from the lungs and breasts) consisting of cells.

This matches sense 1: "part of an organism consisting of an aggregate of cells having a similar structure and function"

Sense 2 refers to thin paper, which is not what's being used here.

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the <t>most</t> common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=used to form the superlative | examples=the king cobra is the most dangerous snake
2. definition=very | examples=a most welcome relief
3. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the <t>most</t> common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."

In this sentence, "most" is being used to form the superlative form of the adjective "common". It's saying that these cancers are the "most common" - meaning they are more common than other cancers. This is forming the superlative degree.

Let me check each sense:

1. "used to form the superlative" - examples: "the king cobra is the most dangerous snake" - This fits perfectly. "Most common" is a superlative form, just like "most dangerous" in the example.

2. "very" - examples: "a most welcome relief" - This would mean the cancers are "very common and lethal" which is not quite the same meaning in this context.

3. "(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but" - This doesn't apply at all.

The correct answer is sense 1, as "most" is used to form the superlative "most common."


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most <t>common</t> and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public | examples=for the common good
2. definition=having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual | examples=the common man
3. definition=common to or shared by two or more parties | examples=a common friend
4. definition=commonly encountered | examples=a common (or familiar) complaint
5. definition=being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language | examples=common parlance
6. definition=of or associated with the great masses of people | examples=the common people in those days suffered greatly
7. definition=of low or inferior quality or value; - Shakespeare | examples=of what coarse metal ye are molded
8. definition=lacking refinement or cultivation or taste | examples=he had coarse manners but a first-rate mind
9. definition=to be expected; standard | examples=common decency

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most <t>common</t> and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."

In this context, "common" is describing the cancers - saying they are the most common and lethal forms. This means they are the most frequently occurring or most widely encountered types of cancer.

Let me check each sense:

1. "belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public" - This doesn't fit. The cancers aren't something the community participates in.

2. "having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual" - This fits! The cancers are commonly encountered/widespread.

3. "common to or shared by two or more parties" - This doesn't fit. The sentence isn't talking about something shared between different cancers.

4. "commonly encountered" - This also fits well! The cancers are commonly encountered types.

5. "being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language" - Doesn't fit.

6. "of or associated with the great masses of people" - This could partially fit, but it's not the best match.

7. "of low or inferior quality or value" - Doesn't fit.

8. "lacking refinement or cultivation or taste" - Doesn't fit.

9. "to be expected; standard" - This could fit, but it's not the best.

Between options 2 and 4, both essentially mean the same thing and both fit. Looking more carefully:

Option 2: "having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual" - with examples "the common man"

Option 4: "commonly encountered" - with examples "a common (or familiar) complaint"

The sentence is saying these cancers are the most frequently occurring/most commonly encountered. Option 4 seems most direct and specific, but option 2 also works. Let me think about which is most appropriate...
The two senses overlap significantly—both capture the idea of widespread prevalence. However, sense 4 zeros in on frequency and prevalence more precisely, which is what the sentence emphasizes when discussing which cancer types kill the most Americans annually.


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal <t>forms</t> of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something | examples=the inflected forms of a word can be represented by a stem and a list of inflections to be attached
2. definition=a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality | examples=sculpture is a form of art
3. definition=a perceptual structure | examples=the composition presents problems for students of musical form
4. definition=any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) | examples=he could barely make out their shapes
5. definition=alternative names for the body of a human being | examples=Leonardo studied the human body
6. definition=the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance | examples=geometry is the mathematical science of shape
7. definition=the visual appearance of something or someone | examples=the delicate cast of his features
8. definition=a printed document with spaces in which to write | examples=he filled out his tax form
9. definition=(biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups | examples=a new strain of microorganisms
10. definition=an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse | examples=the essay was in the form of a dialogue
11. definition=a particular mode in which something is manifested | examples=his resentment took the form of extreme hostility
12. definition=(physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary | examples=the reaction occurs in the liquid phase of the system
13. definition=a body of students who are taught together | examples=early morning classes are always sleepy
14. definition=an ability to perform well | examples=he was at the top of his form
15. definition=a life-size dummy used to display clothes
16. definition=a mold for setting concrete | examples=they built elaborate forms for pouring the foundation

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal <t>forms</t> of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."

In this context, "forms" refers to different types or categories of cancer. The sentence is saying that colon, lung, and breast cancers are different types/varieties of cancer (the disease).

Let me check the definitions:

1. Phonological/orthographic sound - No
2. A category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality - YES, this matches. Different types of cancer distinguished by which organ they affect
3. A perceptual structure - No
4. Spatial attributes - No
5. Body of human being - No
6. Spatial arrangement - No
7. Visual appearance - No
8. Printed document - No
9. Biology group within species - No
10. Arrangement of elements in composition - No
11. Particular mode in which something is manifested - This could work, but it's more about "manifestation" of something
12. Physical chemistry - state of matter - No
13. Body of students - No
14. Ability to perform well - No
15. Life-size dummy - No
16. Mold for concrete - No

The best fit is sense 2: "a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality" with the example "sculpture is a form of art". Similarly, "colon cancer is a form of cancer" - it's a type/category of cancer distinguished by which organ it affects.


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively <t>killing</t> almost 200,000 Americans a year.

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

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."

The sentence is saying that these cancers collectively cause death to almost 200,000 Americans a year. The word "killing" here means these cancers are causing people to die.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly" - This implies intentionality, which doesn't fit here. Cancers don't intentionally kill people.

2. "thwart the passage of" - Doesn't fit at all.

3. "end or extinguish by forceful means" - Not really about death.

4. "be fatal" - This could work. Cancers are fatal. This means the cancers themselves are causing death.

5. "be the source of great pain for" - Doesn't fit.

6. "overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration" - Doesn't fit.

7. "hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games" - Doesn't fit.

8. "hit with great force" - Doesn't fit.

9. "deprive of life" - This could work. Cancers deprive people of life.

10. "cause the death of, without intention" - This fits very well. Cancers cause death without intention/knowingly in the sense that the disease itself is not intentional.

11. "drink down entirely" - Doesn't fit.

12. "mark for deletion, rub off, or erase" - Doesn't fit.

13. "tire out completely" - Doesn't fit.

14. "cause to cease operating" - Doesn't fit.
15. "destroy a vitally essential quality of or in" - Doesn't fit.

The most fitting options are 4, 9, or 10. Sense 4 "be fatal" aligns best with the passage since cancers are explicitly described as lethal, making this the most direct match for the context.


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 <t>Americans</t> a year.

Senses:
1. definition=a native or inhabitant of the United States
2. definition=the English language as used in the United States
3. definition=a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 <t>Americans</t> a year."

In this context, "Americans" refers to people who are natives or inhabitants of the United States. The sentence is talking about deaths from cancer in the US context (200,000 people a year is a statistic that applies to the United States).

Let me check the three senses:
1. "a native or inhabitant of the United States" - This fits
2. "the English language as used in the United States" - This doesn't make sense in context
3. "a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country" - While this could technically apply, in this context it's specifically referring to people from the United States, not broadly all of North/Central/South America

The correct answer is sense 1.


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a <t>year</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | examples=she is 4 years old
2. definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. definition=a body of students who graduate together | examples=the class of '97

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."

In this context, "year" is being used to describe a period of time during which something happens. Specifically, it's saying that 200,000 Americans are killed per year (annually, in a 12-month period).

Let me check each sense:

1. "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" - This is the basic definition of a year as a calendar year. In the sentence, "a year" refers to one calendar year (365/366 days). This seems to fit.

2. "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity" - This refers to things like "school year" which is a specific portion of the calendar year dedicated to schooling. This doesn't fit because we're not talking about a special part of the year.

3. "the period of time that it takes for a planet to make a complete revolution around the sun" - This is an astronomical definition. This doesn't fit the context.

4. "a body of students who graduate together" - This is completely different, referring to a class/cohort. This doesn't fit.

The correct answer is sense 1, as the sentence is using "year" in the basic sense of a 365/366-day period of time.


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

Sentence: <t>Right</t> now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=precisely, exactly | examples=stand right here!
2. definition=immediately | examples=she called right after dinner
3. definition=exactly | examples=he fell flop on his face
4. definition=toward or on the right; also used figuratively | examples=he looked right and left
5. definition=in the right manner | examples=please do your job properly!
6. definition=an interjection expressing agreement
7. definition=completely | examples=she felt right at home
8. definition=(Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree | examples=the baby is mighty cute
9. definition=in accordance with moral or social standards | examples=that serves him right
10. definition=in an accurate manner | examples=the flower had been correctly depicted by his son

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes."

In this sentence, "Right" is used to mean "at this moment" or "immediately" - it's describing when the action is happening (the present moment).

Let me check the definitions:
1. precisely, exactly - "stand right here!" - This is about location/position being exact
2. immediately - "she called right after dinner" - This matches! "Right now" means at this very moment/immediately
3. exactly - "he fell flop on his face" - Similar to 1
4. toward or on the right - directional sense
5. in the right manner - properly/correctly
6. an interjection expressing agreement
7. completely - "she felt right at home" - means completely/fully
8. (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree
9. in accordance with moral or social standards
10. in an accurate manner

In "Right now," the word "right" means "immediately" or "at this present moment," which corresponds to sense 2.


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

Sentence: Right <t>now</t> about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events | examples=President Kennedy now calls in the National Guard
2. definition=in these times; - Nancy Mitford | examples=it is solely by their language that the upper classes nowadays are distinguished
3. definition=used to preface a command or reproof or request | examples=now hear this!
4. definition=at the present moment | examples=goods now on sale
5. definition=without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening | examples=he answered immediately
6. definition=(prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity | examples=Now the next problem is...
7. definition=in the immediate past | examples=told me just now

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Right <t>now</t> about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes."

The word "now" here is being used with "right" before it. Let me examine each sense:

1. "in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events" - This doesn't fit. We're not narrating past events.

2. "in these times; - Nancy Mitford" - This could potentially fit as it means "nowadays" or "currently"

3. "used to preface a command or reproof or request" - No, this isn't a command or request.

4. "at the present moment" - This fits well. "Right now" means "at the present moment" - the laboratories are currently racing to unmask genes at this present moment.

5. "without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening" - This could also fit as "right now" can mean immediately/without delay.

6. "(prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity" - This doesn't fit; there's no change of subject being indicated.

7. "in the immediate past" - This could fit with "just now" but "right now" is more about the present moment than the past.

The most natural reading is that "right now" means "at the present moment" (sense 4). The sentence is saying that at this current moment, about a dozen laboratories are racing to unmask genes.

Sense 4 seems most appropriate.


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

Sentence: Right now <t>about</t> a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour
2. definition=all around or on all sides | examples=dirty clothes lying around (or about)
3. definition=in the area or vicinity | examples=a few spectators standing about
4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | examples=wandering about with no place to go
5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction | examples=about face
6. definition=in rotation or succession | examples=turn about is fair play
7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Right now <t>about</t> a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes."

The word "about" here is being used to describe the quantity of laboratories. It's saying "approximately a dozen laboratories" - not exactly a dozen, but close to that number.

Looking at the senses:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour - This fits! "About a dozen" means approximately a dozen, imprecise but fairly close to the correct number.

2. definition=all around or on all sides - No, this doesn't fit

3. definition=in the area or vicinity - No, this doesn't fit

4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places - No, this doesn't fit

5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction - No, this doesn't fit

6. definition=in rotation or succession - No, this doesn't fit

7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished - No, this is about quantities and states, not quite the same usage

The correct answer is sense 1, as "about a dozen" means "approximately a dozen laboratories" - an imprecise but fairly close quantity.


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen <t>laboratories</t>, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=a workplace for the conduct of scientific research
2. definition=a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation | examples=the new nation is a testing ground for socioeconomic theories

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes."

In this context, "laboratories" refers to physical workplaces where scientific research is being conducted. The sentence mentions that these laboratories are "racing to unmask" tumor-suppressing genes, which indicates they are actual facilities conducting scientific research on genes.

Let me check the two senses:

1. "a workplace for the conduct of scientific research" - This matches perfectly. The laboratories are actual physical workplaces where scientists conduct research on genes.

2. "a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation" - This would be more metaphorical, like describing a nation or region as a testing ground. This is not the case here.

The correct sense is 1.


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the <t>U.S.</t>, Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=the executive and legislative and judicial branches of the federal government of the United States
2. definition=North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes."

In this context, "U.S." refers to the United States as a geographical location where laboratories are located. The sentence is talking about laboratories in the U.S., Canada, and Britain - these are geographic regions/countries.

Let me look at the two senses:
1. "the executive and legislative and judicial branches of the federal government of the United States" - This is referring to the government structure
2. "North American republic containing 50 states..." - This is referring to the country itself as a geographical entity

In the sentence, "U.S." is used to refer to the geographical country where laboratories are located, not to the government branches. Therefore, sense 2 is the correct answer.


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are <t>racing</t> to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=move fast | examples=He rushed down the hall to receive his guests
2. definition=compete in a race | examples=he is running the Marathon this year
3. definition=to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others | examples=We are racing to find a cure for AIDS
4. definition=cause to move fast or to rush or race | examples=The psychologist raced the rats through a long maze

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and each sense of "racing" to determine which one is being used.

Sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes."

In this context, "racing" means the laboratories are working as fast as possible towards a goal (unmasking tumor-suppressing genes). They are working quickly and with urgency, and there's an implied competition to reach this goal first (as multiple laboratories are doing this).

Let me check each sense:

1. "move fast" - This is just about moving quickly, but in the sentence, the laboratories aren't literally moving fast. They're working towards a scientific goal.

2. "compete in a race" - While there might be some competitive element among the laboratories, this definition is about competing in an organized race, which isn't what's happening here.

3. "to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others" - This fits perfectly! The laboratories are working as fast as possible to unmask genes (their goal), and the fact that multiple laboratories are doing this suggests some competition.

4. "cause to move fast or to rush or race" - This is about causing something else to move fast, not what's happening in the sentence.

The answer is 3.


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask <t>other</t> suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day
2. definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
4. definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask <t>other</t> suspected tumor-suppressing genes."

In this context, "other" is being used to mean "additional" or "different" suspected tumor-suppressing genes - specifically, genes besides the ones that have already been discovered or identified.

Let me check each sense:

1. "not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied" - This fits! The sentence is talking about "other" genes, meaning genes different from or in addition to those already mentioned. The example "today isn't any other day" shows this usage meaning "a different day."

2. "recently past" - This doesn't fit. There's no temporal meaning here.

3. "belonging to the distant past" - This doesn't fit either. No temporal meaning.

4. "very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected" - This doesn't quite fit. The genes aren't being described as strange or unusual in character; they're just additional/different genes in the quest to find tumor-suppressing genes.

The correct answer is sense 1, as "other" here means "different/additional genes" that haven't been identified yet.


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

Sentence: They have <t>about</t> seven candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour
2. definition=all around or on all sides | examples=dirty clothes lying around (or about)
3. definition=in the area or vicinity | examples=a few spectators standing about
4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | examples=wandering about with no place to go
5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction | examples=about face
6. definition=in rotation or succession | examples=turn about is fair play
7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "They have about seven candidates."

In this context, "about" is being used to indicate that the number of candidates is approximately seven, not exactly seven. This is expressing an imprecise quantity that is fairly close to the actual number.

Let me check each sense:
1. "(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct" with example "lasted approximately an hour" - This matches perfectly. "About seven" means approximately seven, not exactly seven.
2. "all around or on all sides" - No, this doesn't apply.
3. "in the area or vicinity" - No, this doesn't apply.
4. "used of movement to or among many different places" - No, this doesn't apply.
5. "in or to a reversed position or direction" - No, this doesn't apply.
6. "in rotation or succession" - No, this doesn't apply.
7. "(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished" - This could potentially apply, but the definition for sense 1 is more precise and more commonly used for quantities.

The correct answer is 1, as "about" is being used to express that the number is approximately/imprecisely seven.