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

Sentence: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English <t>invented</t> 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental concentration.

Senses:
1. definition=come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort | examples=excogitate a way to measure the speed of light
2. definition=make up something artificial or untrue

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence to understand how "invented" is being used.

The sentence says: "Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago..."

This is talking about how English people created or came up with the practice of change-ringing about 380 years ago.

Now let me look at the two senses:

1. "come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort"
2. "make up something artificial or untrue"

In this context, the English created/came up with a new practice (change-ringing) - an actual activity/exercise that they developed. This fits with sense 1, which means to come up with an idea, plan, or principle after mental effort.

Sense 2 is about making something artificial or untrue, which would mean lying or creating a false story. That's not what's happening here - change-ringing is a real practice that was actually developed/created.

So the answer is 1.


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[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: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 <t>years</t> ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental concentration.

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

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
The sentence says "380 years ago". Let me check each sense:

1. "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" - This is the basic definition of a year, where one year is approximately 365 days. This would be used when talking about a duration of time measured in years. "380 years ago" means 380 periods of approximately 365 days each. This fits.

2. "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity" - This is like "school year" or "fiscal year". The example is "a school year". This doesn't fit the context of "380 years ago".

3. "the period of time that it takes for a planet to make a complete revolution around the sun" - This is the astronomical definition. While technically accurate, the context doesn't suggest we're using an astronomical sense specifically.

4. "a body of students who graduate together" - This is "class of '97" meaning a graduating class. This doesn't fit "380 years ago" at all.

The most straightforward reading is sense 1: a basic period of time of 365/366 days. When we say "380 years ago", we mean 380 periods of time, each being approximately 365 days. This is the standard sense of "year" used in temporal expressions.

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

Sentence: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, <t>requires</t> physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental concentration.

Senses:
1. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did
2. definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time
3. definition=make someone do something
4. definition=have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner

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

The sentence is: "Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental concentration."

In this sentence, "requires" means that change-ringing needs or demands physical dexterity and mental concentration. It's saying that these qualities are necessary for change-ringing.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "require as useful, just, or proper" - The example is "It takes nerve to do what she did." This sense seems to mean something like "takes" in the sense of "necessitates."

2. "consider obligatory; request and expect" - The example is "We require our secretary to be on time." This is about demanding something of someone.

3. "make someone do something" - This is forcing someone to do something.

4. "have need of" - The example is "This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner." This means something needs attention or care.

In the sentence about change-ringing, it's saying that change-ringing needs/requires physical dexterity and mental concentration. This is about what is necessary for or demanded by the activity.

This seems closest to sense 1 - "require as useful, just, or proper" with the sense of what is needed/necessary. The example "It takes nerve to do what she did" aligns with "requires physical dexterity."

Actually, looking more carefully, sense 4 "have need of" could also fit. A piano "needs" or "wants" attention. Similarly, change-ringing "requires" (needs) physical dexterity.

But sense 1's example "It takes nerve" is more parallel to "requires physical dexterity." Both are saying what is necessary for something.

I think the answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires <t>physical</t> dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental concentration.

Senses:
1. definition=involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit | examples=physical exercise
2. definition=relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics | examples=physical sciences
3. definition=having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses | examples=a physical manifestation
4. definition=according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter) | examples=a reflex response to physical stimuli
5. definition=characterized by energetic bodily activity | examples=a very physical dance performance
6. definition=impelled by physical force especially against resistance | examples=forcible entry
7. definition=concerned with material things | examples=physical properties

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires <t>physical</t> dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental concentration."

The context is about needing physical dexterity to ring bells. Physical dexterity refers to skill and coordination of the body/hands needed to perform the bell-ringing task.

Let me analyze each sense:

1. "involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit | examples=physical exercise" - This fits well. Physical dexterity is about bodily skill, and the sentence contrasts it with "intense mental concentration," emphasizing that it involves the body as opposed to the mind.

2. "relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics" - This doesn't fit. The sentence is not about physics or physical sciences.

3. "having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses" - This doesn't fit well. It's not about something being material or tangible in this sense.

4. "according with material things or natural laws" - This doesn't fit the context.

5. "characterized by energetic bodily activity" - This could partially fit, but the focus is on dexterity/skill rather than energy or vigor.

6. "impelled by physical force especially against resistance" - This doesn't fit. There's no mention of force or resistance.

7. "concerned with material things | examples=physical properties" - This doesn't fit. It's not about properties of matter.

The best match is sense 1, which defines "physical" as "involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit," with the example "physical exercise." The sentence explicitly contrasts physical dexterity with mental concentration, making this the clearest fit.


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

Sentence: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some <t>bells</t> weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental concentration.

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

reasoning_content:
The sentence is about change-ringing, which is an English practice of ringing church bells. It mentions that "some bells weigh more than a ton" and requires physical dexterity and mental concentration.

The context is about physical bells that are being rung. These are actual metal devices that make sounds when struck, and they can weigh a ton or more (referring to church bells used in bell towers).

Let me check the senses:
1. "a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck" - This fits perfectly. These are church bells that weigh over a ton and are struck to make ringing sounds.
2. "a push button at an outer door" - No, not this
3. "the sound of a bell being struck" - No, the sentence is referring to the physical bells themselves, not the sound
4. "nautical half-hour units" - No
5. "the shape of a bell" - No
6-8. These are people's names - No
9. "a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells" - No, this is about individual large church bells, not a musical instrument set
10. "the flared opening of a tubular device" - No

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells <t>weigh</t> more than a ton -- combined with intense mental concentration.

Senses:
1. definition=have a certain weight
2. definition=show consideration for; take into account | examples=You must consider her age
3. definition=determine the weight of | examples=The butcher weighed the chicken
4. definition=have weight; have import, carry weight | examples=It does not matter much
5. definition=to be oppressive or burdensome; , | examples=weigh heavily on the mind

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "some bells weigh more than a ton"

The sentence is talking about bells having a certain weight - more than a ton. The bells are described as weighing more than a ton.

Let me check each sense:

1. "have a certain weight" - This fits perfectly. The bells have a certain weight (more than a ton).

2. "show consideration for; take into account" - This doesn't fit. We're not considering anything here.

3. "determine the weight of" - This would be like "the butcher weighed the chicken." But in this sentence, we're not determining or measuring the weight. We're stating that the bells have a certain weight.

4. "have weight; have import, carry weight" - This is about importance or significance, which doesn't apply here.

5. "to be oppressive or burdensome" - This is about being heavy in the figurative sense (emotionally), which doesn't apply here.

The correct answer is sense 1: "have a certain weight" - because the sentence is simply stating that the bells have a weight of more than a ton.


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

Sentence: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with <t>intense</t> mental concentration.

Senses:
1. definition=possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree | examples=intense heat
2. definition=extremely sharp or intense | examples=acute pain
3. definition=(of color) having the highest saturation | examples=vivid green

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

The sentence uses "intense" to describe mental concentration: "intense mental concentration."

Let me examine each sense:

1. "possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree" | examples=intense heat
   - This sense describes something that has a quality (heat, concentration) to a heightened/high degree
   - "intense mental concentration" fits this well - concentration is possessed to a heightened degree

2. "extremely sharp or intense" | examples=acute pain
   - This is about acute pain, which is sharp/severe
   - This doesn't quite fit "intense mental concentration"

3. "(of color) having the highest saturation" | examples=vivid green
   - This is specifically about color saturation
   - This doesn't apply to "mental concentration"

The best fit is sense 1. "Intense mental concentration" means the mental concentration is possessed/displayed to a heightened degree. The person is concentrating to a high degree or with great intensity.

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense <t>mental</t> concentration.

Senses:
1. definition=involving the mind or an intellectual process | examples=mental images of happy times
2. definition=of or relating to the mind | examples=mental powers
3. definition=of or relating to the chin- or liplike structure in insects and certain mollusks
4. definition=of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw
5. definition=affected by a disorder of the mind | examples=a mental patient

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and each sense of "mental":

Sentence: "Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense <t>mental</t> concentration."

The word "mental" is being used to describe "concentration." It's referring to concentration that involves the mind or is an intellectual/cognitive process.

Let me check each sense:

1. "involving the mind or an intellectual process" with examples "mental images of happy times" - This fits. Concentration requires an intellectual/cognitive process.

2. "of or relating to the mind" with examples "mental powers" - This also could fit, as it's relating to the mind. However, this is more general.

3. "of or relating to the chin- or liplike structure in insects and certain mollusks" - This doesn't fit at all.

4. "of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw" - This doesn't fit at all.

5. "affected by a disorder of the mind" - This doesn't fit, as the sentence doesn't suggest the concentration is affected by a disorder.

The best fit is sense 1, which specifically says "involving the mind or an intellectual process," and the example of "mental images" is similar in structure to "mental concentration" - both are types of processes involving the mind. Concentration requires an intellectual process.

Sense 2 is also reasonable, but sense 1 is more specific and precise for this usage.

I think the answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental <t>concentration</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=the strength of a solution; number of molecules of a substance in a given volume
2. definition=the spatial property of being crowded together
3. definition=strengthening the concentration (as of a solute in a mixture) by removing diluting material
4. definition=increase in density
5. definition=complete attention; intense mental effort
6. definition=bringing together military forces
7. definition=great and constant diligence and attention

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Change-ringing, a mind-boggling exercise the English invented 380 years ago, requires physical dexterity -- some bells weigh more than a ton -- combined with intense mental <t>concentration</t>."

The context here is that change-ringing requires "intense mental concentration." This is clearly referring to mental focus and effort required to perform this complex physical and mental task.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "the strength of a solution; number of molecules of a substance in a given volume" - This is a chemistry term, not relevant to mental effort.

2. "the spatial property of being crowded together" - This refers to things being close together physically, not relevant.

3. "strengthening the concentration (as of a solute in a mixture) by removing diluting material" - This is about chemistry/solutions, not relevant.

4. "increase in density" - This is about physical properties, not relevant.

5. "complete attention; intense mental effort" - This matches perfectly with "intense mental concentration" in the sentence.

6. "bringing together military forces" - This is about military deployment, not relevant.

7. "great and constant diligence and attention" - This is similar to sense 5, but let me check. Sense 5 says "complete attention; intense mental effort" which is more directly aligned with the sentence's meaning of "intense mental concentration."

Both 5 and 7 could work, but sense 5 ("complete attention; intense mental effort") is the most direct and precise match for the usage in the sentence.

The answer is 5.


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

Sentence: Proper <t>English</t> bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people | examples=English history
2. definition=of or relating to the English language

reasoning_content:
The sentence is talking about "English bells" and how they are started off in "rounds." The context is about bells in churches, particularly talking about a tradition or method of ringing bells that is characteristic of England.

Let me think about what each sense means:

1. "of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people" - This would mean the bells are characteristic of England or English culture/tradition.

2. "of or relating to the English language" - This would mean something about the English language itself.

In the context of the sentence, "Proper English bells" refers to bells that follow the English tradition or method of bell ringing, which is a characteristic practice from England. This is clearly sense 1, as it's referring to something characteristic of England and its culture (the tradition of bell ringing).

The word "English" is not referring to the English language here, so sense 2 doesn't apply.

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Proper English <t>bells</t> are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

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

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Proper English <t>bells</t> are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells."

The sentence is talking about bells in churches that are rung in a sequence. These are church bells - physical objects made of metal that produce ringing sounds when struck.

Let me look at the definitions:
1. "a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck" - This describes the physical bells
2. "a push button at an outer door" - Not relevant
3. "the sound of a bell being struck" - Not relevant
4. "nautical half-hour units" - Not relevant
5. "the shape of a bell" - Not relevant
6. "a phonetician" - Not relevant, this is a person's name
7. "English painter" - Not relevant, this is a person's name
8. "US inventor" - Not relevant, this is a person's name
9. "a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells" - Could be relevant, but the sentence is talking about individual bells in a church, not a specific percussion instrument set
10. "the flared opening of a tubular device" - Not relevant

The sentence is clearly about physical bells made of metal that make ringing sounds when struck. This matches definition 1 perfectly. While definition 9 could theoretically apply since it mentions bells, the context is about church bells rung in rounds (a traditional church bell ringing practice), not about a percussion instrument used in orchestras.

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "<t>rounds</t>, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

Senses:
1. definition=a charge of ammunition for a single shot
2. definition=an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs | examples=the never-ending cycle of the seasons
3. definition=a regular route for a sentry or policeman | examples=in the old days a policeman walked a beat and knew all his people by name
4. definition=(often plural) a series of professional calls (usually in a set order) | examples=the doctor goes on his rounds first thing every morning
5. definition=the activity of playing 18 holes of golf | examples=a round of golf takes about 4 hours
6. definition=the usual activities in your day | examples=the doctor made his rounds
7. definition=(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive
8. definition=the course along which communications spread | examples=the story is going the rounds in Washington
9. definition=a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic) | examples=he ordered a second round
10. definition=a cut of beef between the rump and the lower leg
11. definition=a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of the song at the same time | examples=they enjoyed singing rounds
12. definition=an outburst of applause | examples=there was a round of applause
13. definition=a crosspiece between the legs of a chair
14. definition=any circular or rotating mechanism | examples=the machine punched out metal circles

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Proper English bells are started off in 'rounds, 'from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells."

The sentence is talking about bell ringing sequences. The word "rounds" here refers to a series of bells rung in a specific sequence or pattern - from highest to lowest pitched bells. It's described as "a simple descending scale."

Looking at the definitions:
1. A charge of ammunition - No
2. An interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs - This could fit, but let me check others
3. A regular route for a sentry or policeman - No
4. A series of professional calls (usually in a set order) - This sounds like it could fit, as "rounds" in bell ringing are a series in a set order
5. Playing 18 holes of golf - No
6. The usual activities in your day - No
7. A division during which one team is on offensive - No
8. The course along which communications spread - No
9. A serving to each of a group - No
10. A cut of beef - No
11. A partsong where voices follow each other in sequence - This actually sounds very relevant! In bell ringing, rounds are indeed sequences where bells ring in a specific order, similar to a partsong
12. An outburst of applause - No
13. A crosspiece between chair legs - No
14. Any circular or rotating mechanism - Possibly, but less likely

Looking at sense 11 more carefully: "a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of the song at the same time" - This actually describes bell ringing rounds perfectly! In bell ringing, "rounds" is exactly a sequence where bells ring one after another in a pattern.

Yes, sense 11 is the correct answer.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the <t>highest-pitched</t> bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

Senses:
1. definition=used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency
2. definition=set at a sharp or high angle or slant | examples=a high-pitched roof

reasoning_content:
The sentence is talking about bells and their pitch/frequency. It mentions "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale."

This is clearly referring to the acoustic property of the bells - how high or low the sound is in terms of frequency. A "highest-pitched" bell produces a sound that is high in pitch.

Sense 1 is: "used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency"
Sense 2 is: "set at a sharp or high angle or slant | examples=a high-pitched roof"

In the context of bells and a "descending scale," we're talking about the pitch/frequency of the sounds the bells make, not their physical angle or slant.

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched <t>bell</t> to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

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

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence to understand which sense of "bell" is being used:

"Proper English bells are started off in 'rounds,' from the highest-pitched <t>bell</t> to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells."

The context is:
- Talking about "English bells" in general
- They are started off in "rounds"
- Arranged from highest-pitched to lowest
- A descending scale
- In churches
- As many as 12 bells

This is clearly talking about church bells or bell-ringing in a musical context. The sentence is discussing multiple individual bells that are struck and arranged in order of pitch.

Looking at the senses:
1. "a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck" - This fits! The sentence is talking about individual bells that are struck in sequence.
2. A push button - doesn't fit
3. The sound of a bell - doesn't fit (it's talking about the physical bells themselves)
4. Nautical time units - doesn't fit
5. The shape of a bell - doesn't fit
6-8. People - don't fit
9. A set of tuned bells (like a carillon) - This could fit, but the sentence seems to be talking about individual bells
10. The flared opening - doesn't fit

The correct answer is sense 1: "a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck" - because the sentence is referring to the physical bell instruments themselves.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the <t>lowest</t> -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

Senses:
1. definition=less than normal in degree or intensity or amount | examples=low prices
2. definition=literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension | examples=low ceilings
3. definition=very low in volume | examples=a low murmur
4. definition=unrefined in character | examples=low comedy
5. definition=used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency
6. definition=of the most contemptible kind | examples=abject cowardice
7. definition=low or inferior in station or quality | examples=a humble cottage
8. definition=no longer sufficient | examples=supplies are low
9. definition=subdued or brought low in condition or status | examples=brought low
10. definition=filled with melancholy and despondency | examples=gloomy at the thought of what he had to face

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence to understand which sense of "low" is being used:

"Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the <t>lowest</t> -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells."

The sentence is talking about bells in a musical/pitch context. It mentions:
- "highest-pitched bell to the lowest"
- "a simple descending scale"

This is clearly referring to the pitch of the bells. The lowest-pitched bell comes after the highest-pitched bell in a descending scale.

Let me check which sense matches:
1. Less than normal in degree - not about pitch
2. Small elevation or upward extension - this could be physical, but in context it's about pitch
3. Very low in volume - this is about volume/loudness, not pitch
4. Unrefined in character - not applicable
5. Low in pitch or frequency - THIS MATCHES! It's talking about sounds and voices, and the bells with low pitch
6. Most contemptible kind - not applicable
7. Low/inferior in station or quality - not applicable
8. No longer sufficient - not applicable
9. Subdued or brought low in condition or status - not applicable
10. Filled with melancholy - not applicable

The answer is clearly sense 5: "used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency"

The context makes this clear because we're comparing "highest-pitched" to "lowest" - this is explicitly about pitch of the bell sounds.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a <t>simple</t> descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

Senses:
1. definition=having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved | examples=a simple problem
2. definition=easy and not involved or complicated | examples=an elementary problem in statistics
3. definition=apart from anything else; without additions or modifications | examples=only the bare facts
4. definition=exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity | examples=childlike trust
5. definition=lacking mental capacity and subtlety
6. definition=(botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions
7. definition=unornamented | examples=a simple country schoolhouse

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

The sentence is: "Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a <t>simple</t> descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells."

The word "simple" is describing a "descending scale." Let me look at what this means in context:
- A descending scale goes from high to low (simple in the sense that it's a straightforward progression)
- The definition says "a simple descending scale" - meaning it's not complicated or complex

Now let me match this to the senses:

1. "having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved" - This could fit. A descending scale without embellishments would have few parts and not be complicated.

2. "easy and not involved or complicated" - This also fits well. A simple descending scale is easy and straightforward.

3. "apart from anything else; without additions or modifications" - This could also fit, as "simple" could mean without ornamentation or additions.

4. "exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity" - Doesn't fit.

5. "lacking mental capacity and subtlety" - Doesn't fit.

6. "(botany) of leaf shapes" - Doesn't fit.

7. "unornamented" - This could fit too.

The most natural reading is that "simple descending scale" means it's uncomplicated and straightforward - so sense 1 or 2. Between these two:
- Sense 1: having few parts; not complex or complicated
- Sense 2: easy and not involved or complicated

Both work, but sense 1 (not complex or complicated) seems like the primary meaning here. A simple descending scale is one that is not complicated.

I'll go with 1.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending <t>scale</t> using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

Senses:
1. definition=an ordered reference standard | examples=judging on a scale of 1 to 10
2. definition=relative magnitude | examples=they entertained on a grand scale
3. definition=the ratio between the size of something and a representation of it | examples=the scale of the map
4. definition=a specialized leaf or bract that protects a bud or catkin
5. definition=a thin flake of dead epidermis shed from the surface of the skin
6. definition=(music) a series of notes differing in pitch according to a specific scheme (usually within an octave)
7. definition=a measuring instrument for weighing; shows amount of mass
8. definition=an indicator having a graduated sequence of marks
9. definition=a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners)
10. definition=a flattened rigid plate forming part of the body covering of many animals

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Proper English bells are started off in 'rounds,' from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending <t>scale</t> using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells."

The context is about English bells and they're describing a "simple descending scale" of bells ordered from highest-pitched to lowest-pitched. This is clearly referring to a musical sequence of notes in a specific order.

Looking at the senses:
1. An ordered reference standard - Not really about music
2. Relative magnitude - Not applicable here
3. Ratio between size and representation - Not applicable
4. A specialized leaf or bract - Not applicable
5. A thin flake of dead epidermis - Not applicable
6. (music) a series of notes differing in pitch according to a specific scheme (usually within an octave) - This fits perfectly! The bells are arranged in a musical sequence from highest to lowest pitch.
7. A measuring instrument for weighing - Not applicable
8. An indicator having graduated marks - Not really applicable here
9. A metal sheathing - Not applicable
10. A flattened rigid plate forming part of body covering - Not applicable

The answer is 6, as it's describing a musical scale of bells arranged by pitch.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale <t>using</t>, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells.

Senses:
1. definition=put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose | examples=use your head!
2. definition=take or consume (regularly or habitually) | examples=She uses drugs rarely
3. definition=use up, consume fully | examples=The legislature expended its time on school questions
4. definition=seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage | examples=She uses her influential friends to get jobs
5. definition=avail oneself to | examples=apply a principle
6. definition=habitually do something (use only in the past tense) | examples=She used to call her mother every week but now she calls only occasionally

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Proper English bells are started off in "rounds," from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale <t>using</t>, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells."

Here, "using" is part of the phrase "a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 bells."

This is describing what the descending scale employs or utilizes. The scale is made using 12 bells. In other words, the descending scale "uses" 12 bells to create itself.

Let me check each sense:

1. "put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose" - This could fit. The bells are being put into service/employed to create the descending scale.

2. "take or consume (regularly or habitually)" - This doesn't fit. The bells aren't being consumed.

3. "use up, consume fully" - This doesn't fit. The bells aren't being used up.

4. "seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage" - This doesn't fit well. It's not about seeking an advantage.

5. "avail oneself to" - This is a bit vague but seems to mean to make use of or utilize.

6. "habitually do something (use only in the past tense)" - This doesn't fit. This is present tense "using" and it's not describing a habitual action.

The best fit is sense 1: "put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose." The bells are being employed/put into service to create the descending scale. This is about employing them for a particular purpose (creating the musical scale).

Sense 5 could also work as it means "avail oneself to" or to utilize, but sense 1 is more clearly stated with the example "use your head!" which shows putting something into service for a purpose.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger <t>churches</t>, as many as 12 bells.

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

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

Sentence: "Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger <t>churches</t>, as many as 12 bells."

The context is talking about bells in churches - physical bell towers/buildings that have bells. The sentence is describing the physical locations where these bells are found.

Let me check each definition:

1. "one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship" - This would be referring to denominations like Catholic Church, Protestant Church, etc. This doesn't fit because the sentence is talking about buildings with bells, not groups of believers.

2. "a place for public (especially Christian) worship | examples=the church was empty" - This is referring to the physical building/place where worship happens. The example shows it's the building itself. This fits perfectly because the sentence is talking about churches as physical locations that contain bells.

3. "a service conducted in a house of worship | examples=don't be late for church" - This would be referring to a service/event. The sentence isn't talking about services, it's talking about the physical buildings that have bells.

4. "the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church | examples=our church is hosting a picnic next week" - This is referring to the congregation/people. The sentence isn't talking about groups of people, but about physical buildings.

The correct answer is 2, because "churches" here refers to the buildings (places for worship) that contain the bells being discussed.


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

Sentence: Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 <t>bells</t>.

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

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

The sentence reads: "Proper English bells are started off in "rounds, "from the highest-pitched bell to the lowest -- a simple descending scale using, in larger churches, as many as 12 <t>bells</t>."

This is talking about church bells that are used for ringing. The context mentions:
- "Proper English bells"
- "highest-pitched bell to the lowest"
- "a simple descending scale"
- "in larger churches, as many as 12 bells"

This is clearly referring to the physical bell instruments that are rung in churches. The bells being discussed are the actual hollow devices made of metal that make ringing sounds when struck and are arranged in a set where different ones have different pitches.

Looking at the senses:
1. "a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck" - This matches perfectly. These are the actual physical bells hung in church towers.
2. Push button - No, not relevant
3. Sound of bell - No, we're talking about the physical bells
4. Nautical time signals - No, not relevant
5. Shape of bell - No, not relevant
6-8. Proper names (people) - No, not relevant
9. "a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer" - This could partially fit, but the bells mentioned are church bells rung by rope, not orchestral bells struck with hammers
10. Flared opening - No, not relevant

The best match is sense 1: "a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck"

The answer is 1.


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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>, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking.

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 use of "then" in the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

Looking at the three senses:
1. "subsequently or soon afterward" - This means something that happens after something else in sequence
2. "in that case or as a consequence" - This is a conditional/logical consequence usage
3. "at that time" - This refers to a specific point in time

In the sentence, "Then, at a signal" seems to be indicating that at a particular moment (when a signal occurs), something begins to happen. It's marking a point in time when the action begins.

This appears to be sense 3 - "at that time" - because it's indicating the time when the ringers begin their action. The phrase "at a signal" further clarifies this temporal meaning - it's pointing to a specific moment in time.

Sense 1 would be more like "and then he left" showing sequence.
Sense 2 would be more like "if this, then that" showing consequence.

So the answer should be 3.


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

Sentence: Then, at a <t>signal</t>, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking.

Senses:
1. definition=any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message | examples=signals from the boat suddenly stopped
2. definition=any incitement to action | examples=he awaited the signal to start
3. definition=an electric quantity (voltage or current or field strength) whose modulation represents coded information about the source from which it comes

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

In this context, a "signal" is being used as a prompt or indication for action - specifically, it's what tells the ringers to begin varying the order of the bells. The ringers are waiting for this signal, and when it comes, they take action.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message" - This could work, as a signal is often a nonverbal action. But it's more specifically about what initiates/incites action.

2. "any incitement to action" - This fits perfectly. The signal is what incites/prompts the ringers to begin their action. It's like a starting point or instruction to act.

3. "an electric quantity (voltage or current or field strength) whose modulation represents coded information" - This is clearly about electrical/technical signals, which doesn't fit this context about bells.

The best fit is sense 2 - "any incitement to action" - because the signal is what prompts or incites the ringers to begin their action. It's an instruction to act, not just a gesture conveying information.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the <t>ringers</t> begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking.

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

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

The sentence says: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

Key context clues:
- The sentence mentions "bells" and "bells sound"
- It talks about "ringers" who are doing something with bells
- They are "varying the order" in which bells sound
- They are affecting the "rhythm of the striking"

This is clearly referring to people who ring church bells. The activity described - varying the order and rhythm of bells - is consistent with bell ringing in churches.

Looking at the definitions:
1. "a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation)" - This fits perfectly
2. "a person who is almost identical to another" - This doesn't fit at all
3. "a contestant entered in a competition under false pretenses" - This doesn't fit
4. "(horseshoes) the successful throw of a horseshoe or quoit so as to encircle a stake or peg" - This doesn't fit

The answer is clearly definition 1.


[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: Then, at a signal, the ringers <t>begin</t> varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking.

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

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers <t>begin</t> varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

In this sentence, "begin" is being used in the context where the ringers start to perform the action of "varying the order in which the bells sound."

The ringers are taking the first step or steps in carrying out an action - the action of varying the order of the bells.

Let me check each sense:

1. "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - This fits. The ringers are beginning (starting) to vary the order. Example given: "We began working at dawn"

2. "have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense" - This doesn't fit as well. This is more about the bells or the event having a beginning point.

3. "set in motion, cause to start" - This could work, but it's more about causing something to start rather than starting it yourself.

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

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

6. "have a beginning, of a temporal event" - Could fit, as the event of varying the bells begins, but this seems more about the event itself beginning rather than the agents beginning to do something.

7. "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - Similar to 6.

8. "begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object" - This could work too. "begin varying" is similar to "begin a cigar" in that the action is implied by the object.

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

10. "begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language" - Doesn't fit.
The most direct match is sense 1—the ringers actively initiate the action of varying the bell order. While sense 8 could apply, the straightforward reading of agents commencing an action fits best here.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the ringers begin <t>varying</t> the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking.

Senses:
1. definition=become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence | examples=her mood changes in accordance with the weather
2. definition=be at variance with; be out of line with
3. definition=be subject to change in accordance with a variable | examples=Prices vary
4. definition=make something more diverse and varied | examples=Vary the menu

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin <t>varying</t> the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

The word "varying" is being used as a verb here. The ringers are "varying the order in which the bells sound." This means they are making changes to the order - they're making it different, more diverse. They're actively doing something to change the sequence of the bells.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "become different in some particular way" - This is more about something changing itself, not actively being changed. The example "her mood changes in accordance with the weather" shows something becoming different on its own.

2. "be at variance with; be out of line with" - This doesn't fit. The ringers aren't contradicting anything.

3. "be subject to change in accordance with a variable" - This is more passive, like prices varying based on market conditions. This could work, but the context suggests active manipulation.

4. "make something more diverse and varied" - This fits perfectly! The ringers are actively making the order of bells more diverse and varied. They're intentionally changing the sequence to create variation. The example "Vary the menu" shows making something different/varied on purpose, which is exactly what's happening with the bell order.

The answer should be 4.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the <t>order</t> in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking.

Senses:
1. definition=(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed | examples=the British ships dropped anchor and waited for orders from London
2. definition=a degree in a continuum of size or quantity | examples=it was on the order of a mile
3. definition=established customary state (especially of society) | examples=order ruled in the streets
4. definition=logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements | examples=we shall consider these questions in the inverse order of their presentation
5. definition=a condition of regular or proper arrangement | examples=he put his desk in order
6. definition=a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) | examples=a friend in New Mexico said that the order caused no trouble out there
7. definition=a commercial document used to request someone to supply something in return for payment and providing specifications and quantities | examples=IBM received an order for a hundred computers
8. definition=a formal association of people with similar interests | examples=he joined a golf club
9. definition=a body of rules followed by an assembly
10. definition=(usually plural) the status or rank or office of a Christian clergyman in an ecclesiastical hierarchy | examples=theologians still disagree over whether `bishop' should or should not be a separate Order
11. definition=a group of person living under a religious rule | examples=the order of Saint Benedict
12. definition=(biology) taxonomic group containing one or more families
13. definition=a request for something to be made, supplied, or served | examples=I gave the waiter my order
14. definition=(architecture) one of original three styles of Greek architecture distinguished by the type of column and entablature used or a style developed from the original three by the Romans
15. definition=the act of putting things in a sequential arrangement | examples=there were mistakes in the ordering of items on the list

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the <t>order</t> in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

Let me analyze what "order" means in this context. The sentence talks about bell ringers varying the order in which the bells sound. This is referring to the sequence or arrangement of when the bells ring.

Looking at the definitions:
1. A command - doesn't fit
2. A degree in size or quantity - doesn't fit
3. Established customary state - doesn't fit
4. Logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements - this could fit! It's about the arrangement of the sequence in which bells sound
5. A condition of regular or proper arrangement - this is also about arrangement
6. A legally binding command - doesn't fit
7. A commercial document - doesn't fit
8. A formal association - doesn't fit
9. A body of rules - doesn't fit
10. Status or rank of clergy - doesn't fit
11. A group living under religious rule - doesn't fit
12. Taxonomic group - doesn't fit
13. A request - doesn't fit
14. Architecture style - doesn't fit
15. The act of putting things in sequential arrangement - this could fit

Between 4, 5, and 15:
- Definition 4 is about "logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements" with example "we shall consider these questions in the inverse order of their presentation"
- Definition 5 is about "a condition of regular or proper arrangement" with example "he put his desk in order"
- Definition 15 is about "the act of putting things in a sequential arrangement" with example "there were mistakes in the ordering of items on the list"

The sentence says "varying the order in which the bells sound" - this is referring to the sequence/arrangement itself, not the act of arranging. So it's most similar to definition 4, which talks about "arrangement of separate elements" with the example of "order of their presentation" - similar to "order in which the bells sound."
Definition 4 is the best match.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the <t>bells</t> sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking.

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

reasoning_content:
Looking at the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the <t>bells</t> sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

The context is about "ringers" varying the order in which bells sound while maintaining a steady rhythm. This is describing bell ringing, where multiple physical bells are being rung in different orders but with the same striking rhythm.

Let me consider each sense:

1. "a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck" - This fits perfectly. The sentence is talking about physical bells that are being struck/rung, and they "sound" (make a ringing sound).

2. "a push button at an outer door" - Doesn't fit; these aren't buttons.

3. "the sound of a bell being struck" - This could potentially fit, but the sentence says "the bells sound" not "the sound of bells" - it's treating "bells" as countable objects, not as sounds.

4. "(nautical) each of the eight half-hour units" - Doesn't fit the context.

5. "the shape of a bell" - Doesn't fit; not about shape.

6-8. These are proper nouns/names - don't fit.

9. "a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells" - This could fit if they're talking about a bell set/instrument, but the phrase "varying the order in which the bells sound" suggests individual bells being rung in sequence, not a single percussion instrument.

10. "the flared opening of a tubular device" - Doesn't fit.

The most appropriate sense is #1: "a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck". The ringers are ringing individual bells in varying orders while maintaining rhythm.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells <t>sound</t> without altering the steady rhythm of the striking.

Senses:
1. definition=appear in a certain way | examples=This sounds interesting
2. definition=make a certain noise or sound | examples=She went `Mmmmm'
3. definition=give off a certain sound or sounds | examples=This record sounds scratchy
4. definition=announce by means of a sound | examples=sound the alarm
5. definition=utter with vibrating vocal chords
6. definition=cause to sound | examples=sound the bell
7. definition=measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells <t>sound</t> without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

The sentence is talking about bells being rung by ringers. The bells "sound" - meaning they produce or emit sounds. Let me look at each definition:

1. "appear in a certain way" - No, the bells aren't appearing in a certain way
2. "make a certain noise or sound" - This could work, bells making a noise
3. "give off a certain sound or sounds" - This also works, bells giving off sounds
4. "announce by means of a sound" - Not really, the bells aren't announcing anything
5. "utter with vibrating vocal chords" - No, bells don't have vocal chords
6. "cause to sound" - No, the bells themselves are sounding, not causing something else to sound
7. "measure the depth of (a body of water)" - No, not relevant

Between 2 and 3, I need to determine which is more appropriate.

Definition 2: "make a certain noise or sound" - implies the creation/production of sound
Definition 3: "give off a certain sound or sounds" - implies emitting/producing sound

Both are very similar. Looking at the context: the ringers are varying the order in which the bells produce their sounds. This is about the bells producing/emitting sound.

Sense 3 with "give off a certain sound or sounds" seems most fitting here because it emphasizes that the bells are producing/emitting sounds.

Actually, let me reconsider. Sense 2 is "make a certain noise or sound" which is also very appropriate for bells sounding. The difference is subtle between 2 and 3.

I think sense 3 "give off a certain sound or sounds" is the best fit because it emphasizes the bells as the source emitting the sound.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without <t>altering</t> the steady rhythm of the striking.

Senses:
1. definition=cause to change; make different; cause a transformation | examples=The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city
2. definition=become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence | examples=her mood changes in accordance with the weather
3. definition=make an alteration to | examples=This dress needs to be altered
4. definition=insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby
5. definition=remove the ovaries of | examples=Is your cat spayed?

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without <t>altering</t> the steady rhythm of the striking."

The context is about bell ringing. The ringers are varying (changing) the order of the bells but NOT altering (changing) the steady rhythm. So "altering" means to change something.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "cause to change; make different; cause a transformation" - This seems to fit. The sentence says they are NOT altering the rhythm, meaning they are not changing/transforming it.

2. "become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence" - This is about something becoming different but keeping its essence. This doesn't quite fit the context.

3. "make an alteration to" - This is about making alterations to something physical, like altering a dress. The example is "This dress needs to be altered" which is about physically modifying clothing.

4. "insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby" - This is about falsifying texts. Not relevant here.

5. "remove the ovaries of" - This is about spaying animals. Not relevant here.

The sentence is about NOT changing/modifying the rhythm. Sense 1 is the most general meaning of "cause to change; make different" which fits perfectly. Sense 3 is more specific about physical alterations to objects like clothing, which doesn't apply here to a rhythm.

The answer should be 1.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the <t>steady</t> rhythm of the striking.

Senses:
1. definition=not subject to change or variation especially in behavior | examples=a steady beat
2. definition=not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall | examples=stocks are still firm
3. definition=securely in position; not shaky | examples=held the ladder steady
4. definition=marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable | examples=firm convictions
5. definition=relating to a person who does something regularly | examples=a regular customer
6. definition=not easily excited or upset | examples=steady nerves

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the <t>steady</t> rhythm of the striking."

The sentence is talking about bell ringing where the order of the bells changes, but the "steady rhythm of the striking" remains unchanged.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "not subject to change or variation especially in behavior" | examples="a steady beat" - This seems to fit well. The rhythm is steady, meaning it doesn't change or vary.

2. "not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall" | examples="stocks are still firm" - This is about financial stability, not quite the right fit here.

3. "securely in position; not shaky" | examples="held the ladder steady" - This is about physical stability/positioning.

4. "marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable" | examples="firm convictions" - This is about character traits.

5. "relating to a person who does something regularly" | examples="a regular customer" - This is about someone who does something regularly.

6. "not easily excited or upset" | examples="steady nerves" - This is about emotional composure.

In the context of "steady rhythm," the word is describing something that doesn't change or vary in its pattern. This matches sense 1: "not subject to change or variation especially in behavior" with the example "a steady beat."

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady <t>rhythm</t> of the striking.

Senses:
1. definition=the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music | examples=the piece has a fast rhythm
2. definition=recurring at regular intervals
3. definition=an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs | examples=the never-ending cycle of the seasons
4. definition=the arrangement of spoken words alternating stressed and unstressed elements | examples=the rhythm of Frost's poetry
5. definition=natural family planning in which ovulation is assumed to occur 14 days before the onset of a period (the fertile period would be assumed to extend from day 10 through day 18 of her cycle)

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady <t>rhythm</t> of the striking."

This sentence is about bell ringing, where the ringers change the order of the bells but keep the steady rhythm of the striking unchanged.

Let me look at each sense:

1. "the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music" - This is about music notation and beats. While bells could be musical, this sense specifically refers to rhythmic units in music notation.

2. "recurring at regular intervals" - This seems to fit. The steady rhythm of the striking bells would be a regular recurring pattern of strikes.

3. "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs | examples=the never-ending cycle of the seasons" - This is about cycles/intervals, not quite the same as rhythm.

4. "the arrangement of spoken words alternating stressed and unstressed elements" - This is about poetry/speech, not applicable here.

5. "natural family planning" - This is clearly not relevant.

The key phrase is "steady rhythm of the striking" - the strikes recur at regular intervals. The definition "recurring at regular intervals" (sense 2) seems most appropriate. The steady rhythm refers to the regular, recurring pattern of the bell strikes.

Actually, looking more carefully at sense 1 - the basic rhythmic unit could also apply to music. But the sentence is specifically about bell ringing and the steady rhythm of the striking, which is more about the regular intervals of strikes than about a musical unit.

I think sense 2 "recurring at regular intervals" is the best fit.


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

Sentence: Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the <t>striking</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=the physical coming together of two or more things | examples=contact with the pier scraped paint from the hull
2. definition=the act of contacting one thing with another | examples=repeated hitting raised a large bruise

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

Sentence: "Then, at a signal, the ringers begin varying the order in which the bells sound without altering the steady rhythm of the striking."

This is about bell ringing. The "striking" refers to the action of the bells hitting/sounding, which creates the auditory effect. The "steady rhythm of the striking" means the regular, consistent pattern of the bells being struck/sounding.

Now let's look at the two senses:

1. "the physical coming together of two or more things" - This is about the physical contact itself, with an example of "contact with the pier scraped paint from the hull"

2. "the act of contacting one thing with another" - This is about the action of hitting/contacting, with an example of "repeated hitting raised a large bruise"

In the context of bell ringing, the "striking" refers to the act of striking the bells - the action of the bells being struck or sounding. This is the "act of contacting one thing with another" rather than just the physical contact itself. The phrase "the steady rhythm of the striking" emphasizes the repeated action.

This matches sense 2 - the act of contacting one thing with another (the clapper/hammer hitting the bell).


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

Sentence: Each <t>variation</t>, or change, can occur only once, the rules state.

Senses:
1. definition=an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change
2. definition=an activity that varies from a norm or standard | examples=any variation in his routine was immediately reported
3. definition=a repetition of a musical theme in which it is modified or embellished
4. definition=something a little different from others of the same type | examples=an experimental version of the night fighter
5. definition=an artifact that deviates from a norm or standard | examples=he patented a variation on the sandal
6. definition=the angle (at a particular location) between magnetic north and true north
7. definition=the process of varying or being varied
8. definition=(astronomy) any perturbation of the mean motion or orbit of a planet or satellite (especially a perturbation of the earth's moon)
9. definition=(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
10. definition=(ballet) a solo dance or dance figure
11. definition=the act of changing or altering something slightly but noticeably from the norm or standard | examples=who is responsible for these variations in taxation?

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Each variation, or change, can occur only once, the rules state."

The sentence explicitly defines "variation" with "or change" - this is an appositive that clarifies the meaning. It's talking about a change that can occur only once.

Looking at the senses:
1. "an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change" - This fits well with "change"
2. "an activity that varies from a norm or standard" - This is about deviations from norms
3. "a repetition of a musical theme in which it is modified or embellished" - Musical context
4. "something a little different from others of the same type" - Could fit
5. "an artifact that deviates from a norm or standard" - About artifacts
6. "the angle (at a particular location) between magnetic north and true north" - Geographic/magnetic
7. "the process of varying or being varied" - Process of change
8. "(astronomy) any perturbation..." - Astronomy specific
9. "(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration" - Biology specific
10. "(ballet) a solo dance or dance figure" - Ballet specific
11. "the act of changing or altering something slightly but noticeably from the norm or standard" - The act of changing

The key phrase is "or change" - the sentence is saying variation IS a change. Sense 1 explicitly states "an instance of change" which directly aligns with the appositive definition provided in the sentence. Sense 7 is about the process of varying, which is also about change but more about the ongoing process.

Sense 1 seems most appropriate because it defines variation as "an instance of change" which matches the sentence's use of "variation, or change" - they are treated as synonymous.


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

Sentence: Each variation, or change, can <t>occur</t> only once, the rules state.

Senses:
1. definition=come to pass | examples=What is happening?
2. definition=come to one's mind; suggest itself | examples=It occurred to me that we should hire another secretary
3. definition=to be found to exist | examples=sexism occurs in many workplaces

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Each variation, or change, can occur only once, the rules state."

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

Looking at the three senses:
1. "come to pass" - meaning to happen
2. "come to one's mind; suggest itself" - meaning to enter one's thoughts
3. "to be found to exist" - meaning to be present or exist

In the sentence, "can occur only once" is talking about variations or changes happening or taking place. This is clearly about something that "comes to pass" or happens.

Sense 1 ("come to pass") is the correct interpretation. The variation can happen/take place only once.

Sense 2 doesn't fit because nothing is coming to someone's mind.

Sense 3 could potentially fit if we're talking about something being found to exist, but in this context with "can...only once" it's more about an event happening rather than something existing.

The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Each variation, or change, can occur <t>only</t> once, the rules state.

Senses:
1. definition=and nothing more | examples=I was merely asking
2. definition=without any others being included or involved | examples=was entirely to blame
3. definition=with nevertheless the final result | examples=He arrived only to find his wife dead
4. definition=in the final outcome | examples=These news will only make you more upset
5. definition=except that | examples=It was the same story; only this time she came out better
6. definition=never except when | examples=call me only if your cold gets worse
7. definition=as recently as | examples=I spoke to him only an hour ago

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Each variation, or change, can occur <t>only</t> once, the rules state."

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

Let me go through each definition:

1. "and nothing more" - This would mean the change is nothing more than... that doesn't fit well.

2. "without any others being included or involved" - This could work. "can occur only once" means it occurs without any other occurrences being included - only a single occurrence, nothing more.

3. "with nevertheless the final result" - This doesn't fit. The sentence isn't saying something happens despite something else.

4. "in the final outcome" - This doesn't fit the context.

5. "except that" - This doesn't fit. It's not a contrasting statement.

6. "never except when" - This could work. "can occur only once" means "can occur never except when it's once" - but this seems like a stretch.

7. "as recently as" - This doesn't fit at all. There's no time reference here.

Looking at sense 2: "without any others being included or involved" - "Each variation can occur only once" means it occurs a single time without any other occurrences. This fits well.

Actually, let me reconsider. Sense 1 "and nothing more" also seems to fit: "can occur only once" = "can occur once and nothing more" or "can occur nothing more than once."

Sense 1 and 2 both could work, but sense 2 seems more specific to this usage. Actually, sense 1 "and nothing more" is probably the best fit here - "can occur once and nothing more" is the most natural reading.

I think the answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Each variation, or change, can occur only <t>once</t>, the rules state.

Senses:
1. definition=on one occasion | examples=once I ran into her
2. definition=as soon as | examples=once we are home, we can rest
3. definition=at a previous time | examples=at one time he loved her

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Each variation, or change, can occur only once, the rules state."

Here, "once" means "one time" or "on one occasion" - it's saying that each variation can happen only one time, not more than one time.

Let me check each sense:

1. "on one occasion" - examples: "once I ran into her" - This fits. The word "once" here means a single time or one occasion.

2. "as soon as" - examples: "once we are home, we can rest" - This doesn't fit. The sentence isn't saying "as soon as each variation occurs, it can occur only..." That doesn't make sense.

3. "at a previous time" - examples: "at one time he loved her" - This doesn't fit. The sentence isn't referring to a previous time; it's saying the variation can happen only one time.

The correct answer is sense 1, which means "on one occasion" or "one time."


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

Sentence: Each variation, or change, can occur only once, the <t>rules</t> state.

Senses:
1. definition=a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior | examples=it was his rule to take a walk before breakfast
2. definition=something regarded as a normative example | examples=the convention of not naming the main character
3. definition=prescribed guide for conduct or action
4. definition=(linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice
5. definition=a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct | examples=their principles of composition characterized all their works
6. definition=the duration of a monarch's or government's power | examples=during the rule of Elizabeth
7. definition=dominance or power through legal authority | examples=France held undisputed dominion over vast areas of Africa
8. definition=directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted | examples=he knew the rules of chess
9. definition=any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order | examples=the rule of St. Dominic
10. definition=a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system | examples=the principle of the conservation of mass
11. definition=(mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems | examples=he determined the upper bound with Descartes' rule of signs
12. definition=measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Each variation, or change, can occur only once, the <t>rules</t> state."

The sentence is saying that according to the rules/regulations, each variation can only occur once. The rules being referred to are prescriptive guidelines or conditions that govern what is allowed or permitted.

Let me go through the senses:

1. "a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior" - This is about conditions that govern behavior. This fits.

2. "something regarded as a normative example" - Not about governing behavior, more about being an example. Doesn't fit.

3. "prescribed guide for conduct or action" - This is about a guide for conduct. This could fit.

4. "(linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice" - Too specific to linguistics. Doesn't fit.

5. "a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct" - This is about principles. Could fit.

6. "the duration of a monarch's or government's power" - This is about reign. Doesn't fit.

7. "dominance or power through legal authority" - This is about power/dominance. Doesn't fit.

8. "directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted" - This is specifically about games/sports. The sentence could be about rules of a game/sport, so this could fit.

9. "any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order" - Too specific to religious orders. Doesn't fit.

10. "a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system" - Too specific. Doesn't fit.

11. "(mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems" - Too specific to mathematics. Doesn't fit.

12. "measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths" - This is about a physical object. Doesn't fit.
Senses 1, 3, and 8 seem most plausible. The context about variations occurring only once suggests either general prescriptive guidelines or game-specific rules. Sense 3 appears strongest since it captures the regulatory nature without being limited to games or sports, making it the most fitting interpretation for this broader context.


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

Sentence: Each variation, or change, can occur only once, the rules <t>state</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
2. definition=put before | examples=I submit to you that the accused is guilty
3. definition=indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. | examples=Can you express this distance in kilometers?

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Each variation, or change, can occur only once, the rules state."

I need to determine which definition of "state" fits here:

1. "express in words" - with example "He said that he wanted to marry her"
2. "put before" - with example "I submit to you that the accused is guilty"
3. "indicate through a symbol, formula, etc." - with example "Can you express this distance in kilometers?"

In the sentence "Each variation, or change, can occur only once, the rules state," the verb "state" means that the rules express or communicate the assertion that "each variation can occur only once."

This is about expressing in words - the rules are stating/expressing/saying something. This matches definition 1: "express in words."

The example "He said that he wanted to marry her" shows similar usage where someone is expressing something in words.

So the answer is 1.


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

Sentence: <t>Ringers</t> memorize patterns of changes, known as "methods, "which have odd-sounding names like Kent Treble Bob Major or Grandsire Caters.

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

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

The sentence is: "Ringers memorize patterns of changes, known as "methods," which have odd-sounding names like Kent Treble Bob Major or Grandsire Caters."

Let me look at each sense:

1. "a person who rings church bells" - This makes sense in context. Bell ringers do memorize patterns of changes/methods. "Kent Treble Bob Major" and "Grandsire Caters" are actually real bell-ringing methods. This definition fits perfectly.

2. "a person who is almost identical to another" - This doesn't make sense in context. There's no mention of people being identical to others.

3. "a contestant entered in a competition under false pretenses" - This doesn't fit the context. There's no mention of competitions or false pretenses.

4. "(horseshoes) the successful throw of a horseshoe or quoit" - This doesn't fit. There's no mention of horseshoes or quoits.

The correct sense is #1 - a person who rings church bells. The context about memorizing "methods" with names like "Kent Treble Bob Major" and "Grandsire Caters" are definitely referring to bell-ringing patterns.


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

Sentence: Ringers memorize patterns of changes, known as "<t>methods</t>, "which have odd-sounding names like Kent Treble Bob Major or Grandsire Caters.

Senses:
1. definition=a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
2. definition=an acting technique introduced by Stanislavsky in which the actor recalls emotions or reactions from his or her own life and uses them to identify with the character being portrayed

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence and the two definitions provided.

Sentence: "Ringers memorize patterns of changes, known as 'methods,' which have odd-sounding names like Kent Treble Bob Major or Grandsire Caters."

The sentence is talking about bell ringing (a traditional activity where people ring church bells). The "methods" being referred to are patterns of changes in how the bells are rung. These are systematic patterns - orderly, logical arrangements of how to ring the bells.

Let me compare with the definitions:

1. "a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)" - This fits perfectly. The bell-ringing methods are systematic ways of changing the patterns of bell ringing, with orderly logical arrangements.

2. "an acting technique introduced by Stanislavsky in which the actor recalls emotions or reactions from his or her own life and uses them to identify with the character being portrayed" - This is clearly about acting and the Stanislavsky method. This has nothing to do with bell ringing patterns.

The correct sense is 1.


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

Sentence: Ringers memorize patterns of changes, known as "methods, "which have odd-sounding <t>names</t> like Kent Treble Bob Major or Grandsire Caters.

Senses:
1. definition=a language unit by which a person or thing is known | examples=his name really is George Washington
2. definition=a person's reputation | examples=he wanted to protect his good name
3. definition=family based on male descent | examples=he had no sons and there was no one to carry on his name
4. definition=a well-known or notable person | examples=they studied all the great names in the history of France
5. definition=by the sanction or authority of | examples=halt in the name of the law
6. definition=a defamatory or abusive word or phrase

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "Ringers memorize patterns of changes, known as "methods," which have odd-sounding names like Kent Treble Bob Major or Grandsire Caters."

The word "names" here refers to the words/labels used to identify these bell-ringing patterns/methods. Examples given are "Kent Treble Bob Major" and "Grandsire Caters" - these are the names of specific bell-ringing methods.

Looking at the senses:
1. "a language unit by which a person or thing is known" - This fits perfectly. The names are language units (words/phrases) by which these bell-ringing methods are known.
2. "a person's reputation" - No, this doesn't apply
3. "family based on male descent" - No, this doesn't apply
4. "a well-known or notable person" - No, this doesn't apply
5. "by the sanction or authority of" - No, this doesn't apply
6. "a defamatory or abusive word or phrase" - No, this doesn't apply

The correct sense is 1 - it's referring to the language units (words/terms) by which these bell-ringing methods are known.


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

Sentence: A <t>series</t> of 5,000 or so changes is a "peal "and takes about three hours.

Senses:
1. definition=similar things placed in order or happening one after another | examples=they were investigating a series of bank robberies
2. definition=a serialized set of programs | examples=a comedy series
3. definition=a periodical that appears at scheduled times
4. definition=(sports) several contests played successively by the same teams | examples=the visiting team swept the series
5. definition=(electronics) connection of components in such a manner that current flows first through one and then through the other | examples=the voltage divider consisted of a series of fixed resistors
6. definition=a group of postage stamps having a common theme or a group of coins or currency selected as a group for study or collection | examples=the Post Office issued a series commemorating famous American entertainers
7. definition=(mathematics) the sum of a finite or infinite sequence of expressions

reasoning_content:
Let me analyze the sentence: "A series of 5,000 or so changes is a "peal" and takes about three hours."

The sentence is describing a sequence of changes that happen one after another (5,000 of them), and this sequence of changes is what constitutes a "peal" (which is a ringing of bells). The "series" here refers to multiple similar things (changes) arranged in order or happening one after another.

Let me check each sense:

1. "similar things placed in order or happening one after another" - This matches perfectly. The changes are placed in order/happening sequentially.

2. "a serialized set of programs" - No, this is about TV/media programs.

3. "a periodical that appears at scheduled times" - No, this is about publications.

4. "(sports) several contests played successively by the same teams" - No, this is sports-specific.

5. "(electronics) connection of components" - No, this is electronics-specific.

6. "a group of postage stamps/coins" - No, this is about collections.

7. "(mathematics) the sum of a finite or infinite sequence of expressions" - No, this is mathematical.

The answer is clearly sense 1, as it describes a sequence of similar things (changes) happening one after another.