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

[User]
Target lemma: generation
Target surface form: generation
Context:
It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their <t>generation</t> -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=generation%1:14:01:: | definition=all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age | synonyms=coevals, contemporaries
2. sense_key=generation%1:14:00:: | definition=group of genetically related organisms constituting a single step in the line of descent
3. sense_key=generation%1:28:00:: | definition=the normal time between successive generations | examples=they had to wait a generation for that prejudice to fade
4. sense_key=generation%1:28:01:: | definition=a stage of technological development or innovation | examples=the third generation of computers
5. sense_key=generation%1:11:00:: | definition=a coming into being | synonyms=genesis
6. sense_key=generation%1:04:01:: | definition=the production of heat or electricity | examples=dams were built for the generation of electricity
7. sense_key=generation%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production | synonyms=multiplication, propagation

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

reasoning_content:
We are given a context where the target word is "generation" in the phrase "their generation". The sentence is: "They may not be among the 'best and brightest' of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition." This clearly refers to a group of people living at the same time, approximately the same age. So the correct sense is sense 1: "all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age". The synonyms are coevals, contemporaries. That fits perfectly. Sense 2 is about genetic lineage, sense 3 is about time between generations, sense 4 is technological stages, sense 5 is genesis, sense 6 is production of heat/electricity, sense 7 is multiplication. So sense 1 is the correct one.

Thus the JSON should have "sense_index": 1.

provider: StreamLake


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

[User]
Target lemma: very
Target surface form: very
Context:
It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are <t>very</t> few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=very%4:02:00:: | definition=used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal | synonyms=really, real, rattling | examples=she was very gifted; he played very well
2. sense_key=very%4:02:01:: | definition=precisely so | examples=on the very next page; he expected the very opposite

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

raw_output:
We need to select the best sense for "very" in the context. The context: "there are <t>very</t> few such people". The word "very" here modifies "few", meaning "extremely few" or "intensifying the degree". This is an intensifier usage. The first sense (sense_index=2? Wait, the senses given: sense_key=very%4:02:00:: and sense_key=very%4:02:01::. The first is "used as intensifiers" with examples like "she was very gifted". The second is "precisely so" with examples like "on the very next page". In the context, "very few" means "extremely few" not "precisely few". So it's an intensifier. Therefore sense_index should be 1? But note the numbering: The first sense has sense_key=very%4:02:00::, which is likely sense index 1 (since it's 00). The second is 01: so index 2. But we need to return "sense_index" as a number. In the instruction, they said "Do not answer with a WordNet sense key." So we just give the numeric index. The first sense is 1? But careful: The candidate senses are listed with numbers starting from 1? Actually they list "1. sense_key=..." and "2. sense_key=...". So the first is index 1, second is index 2. So answer should be 1.

But check: The gloss for sense 2 says "precisely so" – that would be for "very" meaning "exact" like "the very same". Here it's not that. So sense 1 is correct.

Thus output {"sense_index": 1}.{"sense_index": 1"}

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

native_finish_reason: stop

provider: Wafer

currency: USD


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

[User]
Target lemma: people
Target surface form: people
Context:
It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such <t>people</t>, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=people%1:14:00:: | definition=(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people; there were at least 200 people in the audience
2. sense_key=people%1:14:01:: | definition=the body of citizens of a state or country | synonyms=citizenry | examples=the Spanish people
3. sense_key=people%1:14:02:: | definition=members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations; are your people still alive?
4. sense_key=people%1:14:03:: | definition=the common people generally | synonyms=multitude, masses, mass, hoi polloi, the great unwashed | examples=separate the warriors from the mass; power to the people

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

reasoning_content: We are given the target word "people" in the context: "They may not be among the 'best and brightest' of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition." The context is about teachers and the "best and brightest" individuals. The phrase "such people" refers to those who are among the "best and brightest." This is a general reference to human beings, not specifically citizens, family line, or common people. The sense that fits best is sense 1: "(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively." The example "old people" and "there were at least 200 people in the audience" matches the general usage. The other senses are more specific: sense 2 is about citizens, sense 3 about family, sense 4 about common people. Here, "people" is used in a general sense to refer to individuals. So the answer is sense index 1.

format: unknown

provider: Cloudflare


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

[User]
Target lemma: job
Target surface form: jobs
Context:
I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their <t>jobs</t> well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=job%1:04:00:: | definition=the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money | synonyms=occupation, business, line of work, line | examples=he's not in my line of business
2. sense_key=job%1:04:01:: | definition=a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee | synonyms=task, chore | examples=estimates of the city's loss on that job ranged as high as a million dollars; the job of repairing the engine took several hours
3. sense_key=job%1:06:00:: | definition=a workplace; as in the expression | examples=on the job
4. sense_key=job%1:06:01:: | definition=an object worked on; a result produced by working | examples=he held the job in his left hand and worked on it with his right
5. sense_key=job%1:04:04:: | definition=the responsibility to do something | examples=it is their job to print the truth
6. sense_key=job%1:04:05:: | definition=the performance of a piece of work | examples=she did an outstanding job as Ophelia; he gave it up as a bad job
7. sense_key=job%1:04:03:: | definition=a damaging piece of work | examples=dry rot did the job of destroying the barn; the barber did a real job on my hair
8. sense_key=job%1:26:00:: | definition=a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved | synonyms=problem | examples=she and her husband are having problems; it is always a job to contact him
9. sense_key=job%1:18:00:: | definition=a Jewish hero in the Old Testament who maintained his faith in God in spite of afflictions that tested him
10. sense_key=job%1:18:01:: | definition=any long-suffering person who withstands affliction without despairing
11. sense_key=job%1:10:01:: | definition=(computer science) a program application that may consist of several steps but is a single logical unit
12. sense_key=job%1:10:00:: | definition=a book in the Old Testament containing Job's pleas to God about his afflictions and God's reply | synonyms=Book of Job
13. sense_key=job%1:04:02:: | definition=a crime (especially a robbery) | synonyms=caper | examples=the gang pulled off a bank job in St. Louis

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose the best sense for "jobs" in the context: "But they need not be to do their jobs well." The context is about schoolteachers doing their jobs. The sense refers to the work or duties they perform. Sense 1 is about principal activity to earn money (occupation) - that could fit, but it's more about their profession. Sense 2 is a specific piece of work (task, chore) - but here "jobs" refers to their overall role as teachers. Sense 5 is "the responsibility to do something" - that fits well: "it is their job to print the truth" example. The phrase "do their jobs" often means fulfill their responsibilities. Sense 6 (performance of a piece of work) also could fit: "she did an outstanding job" but here it's plural "jobs" and refers to the ongoing duties. Sense 5 seems most appropriate: responsibility to do something. The context says "do their jobs well" meaning fulfill their duties. So sense index 5.

provider: GMICloud


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

[User]
Target lemma: well
Target surface form: well
Context:
I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs <t>well</t>. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=well%4:02:00:: | definition=(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') | synonyms=good | examples=the children behaved well; a task well done
2. sense_key=well%4:02:05:: | definition=thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form; ; ; ; ; , | examples=The problem is well understood; she was well informed
3. sense_key=well%4:02:03:: | definition=indicating high probability; in all likelihood | synonyms=easily | examples=I might well do it; a mistake that could easily have ended in disaster
4. sense_key=well%4:02:15:: | definition=(used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully | examples=a book well worth reading; was well aware of the difficulties ahead
5. sense_key=well%4:02:08:: | definition=to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree | examples=the project was well underway; the fetus has well developed organs
6. sense_key=well%4:02:07:: | definition=favorably; with approval | examples=their neighbors spoke well of them; he thought well of the book
7. sense_key=well%4:02:11:: | definition=to a great extent or degree | synonyms=considerably, substantially | examples=I'm afraid the film was well over budget; painting the room white made it seem considerably (or substantially) larger
8. sense_key=well%4:02:14:: | definition=with great or especially intimate knowledge | synonyms=intimately | examples=we knew them well
9. sense_key=well%4:02:13:: | definition=with prudence or propriety | examples=You would do well to say nothing more; could not well refuse
10. sense_key=well%4:02:12:: | definition=with skill or in a pleasing manner | examples=she dances well; he writes well
11. sense_key=well%4:02:10:: | definition=in a manner affording benefit or advantage | synonyms=advantageously | examples=she married well; The children were settled advantageously in Seattle
12. sense_key=well%4:02:09:: | definition=in financial comfort | synonyms=comfortably | examples=They live well; she has been able to live comfortably since her husband died
13. sense_key=well%4:02:01:: | definition=without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor | examples=took the joke well; took the tragic news well

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose the best sense for "well" in the context: "they need not be to do their jobs well". The adverb "well" modifies "do their jobs". It means performing the job in a good or satisfactory manner. Sense 1 is "in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard" with example "a task well done". That fits perfectly. Sense 10 is "with skill or in a pleasing manner" also fits, but sense 1 is more general and direct. The context emphasizes "conscientious teaching" and doing the job well, so sense 1 is best. Sense 1 index is 1 in the list. So output {"sense_index": 1}.

provider: Io Net


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

[User]
Target lemma: remember
Target surface form: remember
Context:
They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can <t>remember</t> one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=remember%2:31:00:: | definition=recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection | synonyms=retrieve, recall, call back, call up, recollect, think | examples=I can't remember saying any such thing; I can't think what her last name was
2. sense_key=remember%2:31:01:: | definition=keep in mind for attention or consideration | synonyms=think of | examples=Remember the Alamo; Remember to call your mother every day!
3. sense_key=remember%2:31:02:: | definition=recapture the past; indulge in memories | synonyms=think back | examples=he remembered how he used to pick flowers
4. sense_key=remember%2:40:00:: | definition=show appreciation to | examples=He remembered her in his will
5. sense_key=remember%2:32:07:: | definition=mention favorably, as in prayer | examples=remember me in your prayers
6. sense_key=remember%2:32:00:: | definition=mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship | synonyms=commend | examples=Remember me to your wife
7. sense_key=remember%2:31:08:: | definition=exercise, or have the power of, memory | examples=After the shelling, many people lost the ability to remember; some remember better than others
8. sense_key=remember%2:31:09:: | definition=call to remembrance; keep alive the memory of someone or something, as in a ceremony | synonyms=commemorate | examples=We remembered the 50th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz; Remember the dead of the First World War

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

reasoning_content:
We are given: "Yes, we all can <t>remember</t> one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days." The context is about recalling or recollecting specific teachers from memory. This matches sense 1: "recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection" with examples like "I can't remember saying any such thing". The action is simply recalling memories of teachers. Sense 3 is "recapture the past; indulge in memories" which is similar but more about actively indulging. Here it's just a simple recall. Also the synonyms for sense 1 include "recollect", "think". The phrase "can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers" is a straightforward recollection. So sense 1 is the best fit.

Thus answer: {"sense_index": 1}

provider: Alibaba


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

[User]
Target lemma: truly
Target surface form: truly
Context:
They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two <t>truly</t> inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=truly%4:02:00:: | definition=in accordance with truth or fact or reality | synonyms=genuinely, really | examples=she was now truly American; a genuinely open society
2. sense_key=truly%4:02:01:: | definition=by right | synonyms=rightfully | examples=baseball rightfully is the nation's pastime
3. sense_key=truly%4:02:03:: | definition=with sincerity; without pretense | synonyms=sincerely, unfeignedly | examples=she praised him sincerely for his victory; was unfeignedly glad to see his old teacher
4. sense_key=truly%4:02:04:: | definition=in fact (used as intensifiers or sentence modifiers) | synonyms=in truth, really | examples=in truth, moral decay hastened the decline of the Roman Empire; really, you shouldn't have done it

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

reasoning_content:
We are given: "truly inspiring teachers". The context is about teachers who are inspiring. The word "truly" here acts as an intensifier for "inspiring", meaning they are genuinely or really inspiring. That matches sense 1: "in accordance with truth or fact or reality" with synonyms genuinely, really. The example "she was now truly American" fits. Sense 4 is "in fact (used as intensifiers or sentence modifiers)" with synonyms in truth, really. But that sense is more like "in fact" as a sentence modifier, e.g., "truly, you shouldn't have done it". Here it's modifying an adjective. Sense 1 is more appropriate. Sense 3 is "with sincerity; without pretense" which could also fit for a person being sincere, but here it's an adjective "inspiring", not directly about sincerity. The phrase "truly inspiring" means genuinely inspiring, so sense 1 fits best. Sense 2 is "by right" which doesn't fit.

Thus sense_index should be 1.

provider: WandB


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

[User]
Target lemma: teacher
Target surface form: teachers
Context:
They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring <t>teachers</t> from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=teacher%1:18:00:: | definition=a person whose occupation is teaching | synonyms=instructor
2. sense_key=teacher%1:09:00:: | definition=a personified abstraction that teaches | examples=books were his teachers; experience is a demanding teacher

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

raw_output:
We are given target "teachers" in context. The context talks about schoolteachers, and "inspiring teachers" from school days. It distinguishes between the "best and brightest" and "those others" who were competent. The overall meaning is about people who teach as an occupation, i.e., schoolteachers. There is no indication of personified abstraction like "experience is a teacher". So sense 1 is appropriate.

Thus answer: {"sense_index": 1}{"sense_index": 1"}


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

[User]
Target lemma: education
Target surface form: education
Context:
But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our <t>education</t> proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=education%1:04:00:: | definition=the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill | synonyms=instruction, teaching, pedagogy, didactics, educational activity | examples=he received no formal education; our instruction was carefully programmed
2. sense_key=education%1:09:00:: | definition=knowledge acquired by learning and instruction | examples=it was clear that he had a very broad education
3. sense_key=education%1:09:01:: | definition=the gradual process of acquiring knowledge | examples=education is a preparation for life; a girl's education was less important than a boy's
4. sense_key=education%1:04:01:: | definition=the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university)
5. sense_key=education%1:07:01:: | definition=the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) | synonyms=training, breeding | examples=a woman of breeding and refinement
6. sense_key=education%1:14:00:: | definition=the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979 | synonyms=Department of Education, Education Department

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

reasoning_content:
We are given: "But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our <t>education</t> proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor."

The target word is "education" in the phrase "But our education proceeded at the hands of those others". Here, "education" refers to the process of being educated, the gradual process of acquiring knowledge, especially through teachers. It is not specifically about the activities of educating (sense 1), nor knowledge acquired (sense 2), nor the profession (sense 4), nor upbringing (sense 5), nor the department (sense 6). Sense 3: "the gradual process of acquiring knowledge" fits well: "education is a preparation for life; a girl's education was less important than a boy's". The context talks about education proceeding at the hands of teachers, implying the process. Also note the mention of "school days" and "learning". So sense 3 is best.

Thus answer: {"sense_index": 3}

provider: SiliconFlow


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

[User]
Target lemma: proceed
Target surface form: proceeded
Context:
But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education <t>proceeded</t> at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=proceed%2:32:00:: | definition=continue talking;  he continued, | synonyms=continue, go on, carry on | examples=I know it's hard,; but there is no choice
2. sense_key=proceed%2:38:00:: | definition=move ahead; travel onward in time or space | synonyms=go forward, continue | examples=We proceeded towards Washington; She continued in the direction of the hills
3. sense_key=proceed%2:41:00:: | definition=follow a procedure or take a course | synonyms=go, move | examples=We should go farther in this matter; She went through a lot of trouble
4. sense_key=proceed%2:30:00:: | definition=follow a certain course | synonyms=go | examples=The inauguration went well; how did your interview go?
5. sense_key=proceed%2:42:00:: | definition=continue a certain state, condition, or activity | synonyms=continue, go on, go along, keep | examples=Keep on working!; We continued to work into the night

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

reasoning_content:
We need to choose the best sense for "proceeded" in the sentence: "But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious."

The context is about education continuing or moving forward under those teachers. Let's evaluate each sense:

1. Sense 1: "continue talking" - Not applicable, as education is not talking.
2. Sense 2: "move ahead; travel onward in time or space" - This could work metaphorically: education moved ahead in time. But the phrase "at the hands of those others" suggests it was carried out or conducted by them.
3. Sense 3: "follow a procedure or take a course" - This could fit: education followed a course or procedure at the hands of teachers. But "proceed" here is more about the process continuing.
4. Sense 4: "follow a certain course" - Similar to sense 3, but more general. "The inauguration went well" - here "went" is similar. "Our education proceeded" could mean it went or unfolded.
5. Sense 5: "continue a certain state, condition, or activity" - This is about continuing an activity. Education is an activity that continued. The examples: "Keep on working!" So "our education continued at the hands of those others."

Sense 5 seems most directly applicable: education continued as an activity. Sense 2 also plausible but more spatial. The context emphasizes the ongoing process under those teachers. The word "proceeded" here means "continued" or "went on". The synonyms for sense 5 include "continue, go on". The sentence doesn't imply movement through space but rather continuation of the educational process.

Thus, sense 5 is best

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

[User]
Target lemma: competent
Target surface form: competent
Context:
But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely <t>competent</t> and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=competent%3:00:00:: | definition=properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient | examples=a competent typist
2. sense_key=competent%5:00:00:adequate:00 | definition=adequate for the purpose | examples=a competent performance
3. sense_key=competent%3:00:02:: | definition=legally qualified or sufficient | examples=a competent court; competent testimony

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

reasoning_content: We are given a target word "competent" in a context. The context describes teachers who are not the "best and brightest" but are "merely competent and conscientious". The comparison is to a family doctor, implying they are adequate and qualified for their job. The three senses: 1. properly or sufficiently qualified/capable/efficient (example: a competent typist). 2. adequate for the purpose (example: a competent performance). 3. legally qualified or sufficient (example: competent court, competent testimony). The context does not involve legal matters, so sense 3 is unlikely. Between 1 and 2, sense 1 emphasizes being qualified/capable, sense 2 emphasizes adequacy for purpose. The phrase "merely competent" suggests they are adequate but not exceptional. The example "competent performance" aligns with that nuance. Also, the definition for sense 2 is "adequate for the purpose" and the context says "they need not be [among the best] to do their jobs well" - they are adequate. So sense 2 seems more appropriate. However, sense 1 also includes "capable or efficient". But the context emphasizes "merely competent" as opposed to "inspiring". I lean towards sense 2. But let's check: "a competent typist" is more about skill level, "a competent performance" is about adequacy. In the context, the teachers are described as not inspiring but still able to do their jobs well - that sounds like adequacy. So sense 2 is best.

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

[User]
Target lemma: sense
Target surface form: sense
Context:
I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this <t>sense</t>, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=sense%1:09:05:: | definition=a general conscious awareness | examples=a sense of security; a sense of happiness
2. sense_key=sense%1:10:00:: | definition=the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted | synonyms=signified | examples=the dictionary gave several senses for the word; in the best sense charity is really a duty
3. sense_key=sense%1:09:02:: | definition=the faculty through which the external world is apprehended | synonyms=sensation, sentience, sentiency, sensory faculty | examples=in the dark he had to depend on touch and on his senses of smell and hearing
4. sense_key=sense%1:09:04:: | definition=sound practical judgment | synonyms=common sense, good sense, gumption, horse sense, mother wit | examples=Common sense is not so common; he hasn't got the sense God gave little green apples
5. sense_key=sense%1:09:06:: | definition=a natural appreciation or ability | examples=a keen musical sense; a good sense of timing

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose the best sense for "sense" in the context: "In this <t>sense</t>, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor." The context is talking about a particular interpretation or meaning of a comparison. The phrase "in this sense" indicates a specific way of understanding or interpreting the comparison. This matches sense 2: "the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted". The example "the dictionary gave several senses for the word" is similar. The other senses are about conscious awareness, sensory faculty, practical judgment, or natural appreciation. None fit as well. So sense index 2.


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

[User]
Target lemma: teacher
Target surface form: teacher
Context:
I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a <t>teacher</t> can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=teacher%1:18:00:: | definition=a person whose occupation is teaching | synonyms=instructor
2. sense_key=teacher%1:09:00:: | definition=a personified abstraction that teaches | examples=books were his teachers; experience is a demanding teacher

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

reasoning_content: We are given a target word "teacher" in context. The context is about schoolteachers, their commitment, and comparison to family doctors. The first sense (index 1) is "a person whose occupation is teaching" with synonym "instructor". The second sense (index 2) is "a personified abstraction that teaches" with examples like "books were his teachers". Clearly, the context refers to actual human teachers who are schoolteachers, not abstractions. So sense 1 is correct. Return {"sense_index": 1}.


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

[User]
Target lemma: compare
Target surface form: compared
Context:
I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be <t>compared</t> to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=compare%2:31:00:: | definition=examine and note the similarities or differences of | examples=John compared his haircut to his friend's; We compared notes after we had both seen the movie
2. sense_key=compare%2:42:00:: | definition=be comparable | examples=This car does not compare with our line of Mercedes
3. sense_key=compare%2:31:01:: | definition=consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous | synonyms=liken, equate | examples=We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans; You cannot equate success in financial matters with greed
4. sense_key=compare%2:32:00:: | definition=to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb

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

reasoning_content: We are given: "In this sense, a teacher can be <t>compared</t> to one's family doctor." The context is drawing an analogy between a teacher and a family doctor. This is not about examining similarities or differences in a detailed way (sense 1), nor about being comparable (sense 2), nor about forming comparative degree (sense 4). It is about considering or describing as similar, equal, or analogous. The example in sense 3 includes "We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans" which is exactly the same structure: compare X to Y. Here, teacher is compared to family doctor. Thus sense 3 is correct.

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

[User]
Target lemma: one
Target surface form: one
Context:
I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to <t>one</t>'s family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=one%1:23:00:: | definition=the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number | synonyms=1, I, ace, single, unity | examples=he has the one but will need a two and three to go with it; they had lunch at one
2. sense_key=one%1:09:00:: | definition=a single person or thing | examples=he is the best one; this is the one I ordered

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose between sense 1 (numeral) and sense 2 (a single person or thing). The context: "a teacher can be compared to <t>one</t>'s family doctor." Here "one" is a possessive pronoun? Actually it's "one's" meaning "one's family doctor" - referring to an indefinite person. That is a usage of "one" as an indefinite pronoun. But the candidates are noun senses: "one" as a numeral (sense 1) or as a single person or thing (sense 2). In "one's family doctor", "one" is a pronoun, not a noun. However, WordNet's sense 2 for noun "one" is "a single person or thing" and can be used in possessive form? Possibly not. The example "he is the best one" shows "one" as a noun meaning person. In "one's family doctor", "one" is being used as a possessive of the pronoun "one". But the target lemma is "one" as a noun? The context says "<t>one</t>'s" - so the target word includes the possessive clitic. It's still the word "one". In WordNet, the noun senses include that usage? Possibly sense 2 fits: "a single person or thing" - here "one" refers to an unspecified person. That seems appropriate. Sense 1 is the numeral. So answer sense 2. But careful: The instruction says "Do not answer with a WordNet sense key." So output JSON with sense_index. The index in the list is 1 for sense 1, 2 for sense 2. So {"sense_index": 2}.

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

[User]
Target lemma: brilliant
Target surface form: brilliant
Context:
They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were <t>brilliant</t>, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=brilliant%5:00:00:superior:02 | definition=of surpassing excellence | synonyms=superb | examples=a brilliant performance; a superb actor
2. sense_key=brilliant%5:00:00:intelligent:00 | definition=having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence | synonyms=brainy, smart as a whip | examples=some men dislike brainy women; a brilliant mind
3. sense_key=brilliant%5:00:00:impressive:00 | definition=characterized by grandeur | synonyms=glorious, magnificent, splendid | examples=the brilliant court life at Versailles; a glorious work of art
4. sense_key=brilliant%5:00:00:colorful:00 | definition=having striking color | synonyms=bright, vivid | examples=bright dress; brilliant tapestries
5. sense_key=brilliant%5:00:00:bright:00 | definition=full of light; shining intensely | examples=a brilliant star; brilliant chandeliers
6. sense_key=brilliant%5:00:00:reverberant:00 | definition=clear and sharp and ringing | synonyms=bright | examples=the bright sound of the trumpet section; the brilliant sound of the trumpets

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose the best sense for "brilliant" in the context. The context: "If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place." The sentence contrasts brilliant with competent and conscientious. It implies that brilliant means exceptionally intelligent or outstanding, but in a way that might make someone overqualified for being a family doctor. The candidate senses: 1 is "of surpassing excellence" (superb), 2 is "having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence" (brainy), 3 is "characterized by grandeur" (glorious), 4 is "having striking color", 5 is "full of light", 6 is "clear and sharp and ringing". The context is about intellectual ability or excellence. Sense 2 directly relates to intelligence. Sense 1 is about excellence in performance, but the context is about being a brilliant person, not necessarily a performance. The phrase "best and brightest" earlier also suggests intelligence. So sense 2 is most appropriate.


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

[User]
Target lemma: probably
Target surface form: probably
Context:
They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he <t>probably</t> would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=probably%4:02:00:: | definition=with considerable certainty; without much doubt | synonyms=likely, in all likelihood, in all probability, belike | examples=He is probably out of the country; in all likelihood we are headed for war
2. sense_key=probably%4:02:01:: | definition=easy to believe on the basis of available evidence | synonyms=credibly, believably, plausibly | examples=he talked plausibly before the committee; he will probably win the election

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose between sense 1 and sense 2 for "probably" in the given context. The context: "If he were brilliant, he <t>probably</t> would not be a family doctor in the first place." This expresses a high likelihood or certainty given the condition. Sense 1 is "with considerable certainty; without much doubt" with synonyms like likely, in all likelihood. Sense 2 is "easy to believe on the basis of available evidence" with synonyms credibly, plausibly. The context is about a hypothetical scenario: if he were brilliant, it is very likely he would not be a family doctor. This aligns more with "considerable certainty" rather than "plausibly" which is about believability. Also the examples: "He is probably out of the country" is similar in expressing likelihood. So sense 1 is best.


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

[User]
Target lemma: competent
Target surface form: competent
Context:
But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is <t>competent</t> and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=competent%3:00:00:: | definition=properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient | examples=a competent typist
2. sense_key=competent%5:00:00:adequate:00 | definition=adequate for the purpose | examples=a competent performance
3. sense_key=competent%3:00:02:: | definition=legally qualified or sufficient | examples=a competent court; competent testimony

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose the best sense for "competent" in the given context. The context describes teachers who are "merely competent and conscientious" and later "if he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well." The candidate senses: 1 is about being properly qualified or capable, with example "a competent typist". 2 is about being adequate for the purpose, example "a competent performance". 3 is legal. The context is about teachers doing their jobs well, not legal. The teacher is described as "merely competent" meaning adequate but not brilliant. The sense "adequate for the purpose" fits well. However, sense 1 also says "properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient". Both could fit, but the text emphasizes "merely competent" implying adequacy. Also, the comparison to family doctor: "if he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor" implies that competent is less than brilliant, i.e., adequate. So sense 2 seems best. But note: sense 1's definition includes "capable" and the example is a typist, which is about skill. The teacher is competent in the sense of being capable enough. But the context explicitly says "merely competent" which aligns with "adequate for the purpose". I think sense 2 is more precise. Also, the WordNet gloss for sense 2 is "adequate for the purpose" which matches the idea that the teacher serves us well even if not brilliant. So I'll choose sense index 2


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

[User]
Target lemma: serve
Target surface form: serves
Context:
But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he <t>serves</t> us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=serve%2:42:03:: | definition=serve a purpose, role, or function | synonyms=function | examples=The tree stump serves as a table; The female students served as a control group
2. sense_key=serve%2:33:00:: | definition=do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function | examples=He served as head of the department for three years; She served in Congress for two terms
3. sense_key=serve%2:42:01:: | definition=contribute or conduce to | examples=The scandal served to increase his popularity
4. sense_key=serve%2:41:00:: | definition=be used by; as of a utility | synonyms=service | examples=The sewage plant served the neighboring communities; The garage served to shelter his horses
5. sense_key=serve%2:34:01:: | definition=help to some food; help with food or drink | synonyms=help | examples=I served him three times, and after that he helped himself
6. sense_key=serve%2:34:00:: | definition=provide (usually but not necessarily food) | synonyms=serve up, dish out, dish up, dish | examples=We serve meals for the homeless; She dished out the soup at 8 P.M.
7. sense_key=serve%2:41:02:: | definition=devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas | examples=She served the art of music; He served the church
8. sense_key=serve%2:42:02:: | definition=promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to | synonyms=serve well | examples=Art serves commerce; Their interests are served
9. sense_key=serve%2:42:00:: | definition=spend time in prison or in a labor camp | synonyms=do | examples=He did six years for embezzlement
10. sense_key=serve%2:41:01:: | definition=work for or be a servant to | synonyms=attend to, wait on, attend, assist | examples=May I serve you?; She attends the old lady in the wheelchair
11. sense_key=serve%2:35:00:: | definition=deliver a warrant or summons to someone | synonyms=process, swear out | examples=He was processed by the sheriff
12. sense_key=serve%2:42:12:: | definition=be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity | synonyms=suffice, do, answer | examples=A few words would answer; This car suits my purpose well
13. sense_key=serve%2:41:13:: | definition=do military service | examples=She served in Vietnam; My sons never served, because they are short-sighted
14. sense_key=serve%2:35:01:: | definition=mate with | synonyms=service | examples=male animals serve the females for breeding purposes
15. sense_key=serve%2:33:01:: | definition=put the ball into play | examples=It was Agassi's turn to serve

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

reasoning_content: We are given the sentence: "If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well." The target is "serves". The context is about a teacher being compared to a family doctor. It says that if a teacher is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. The meaning here is that the teacher benefits or is useful to us. Looking at the candidate senses, sense 8: "serve%2:42:02::" definition: "promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to" with synonyms "serve well" and example "Art serves commerce; Their interests are served". That fits: "he serves us well" meaning he benefits us or is useful to us. Sense 1 is "serve a purpose, role, or function" which is also possible but slightly more general. However, the phrase "serves us well" directly matches the synonym "serve well" in sense 8. Also sense 3 "contribute or conduce to" could be considered, but it's more about contributing to an outcome, and the example "The scandal served to increase his popularity" uses "served to" not "serves us well". Sense 12 "be sufficient; be adequate" might also be considered? "He serves us well" could mean he is adequate, but "well" implies benefit. The best match is sense 8. So sense_index = 8.


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

[User]
Target lemma: well
Target surface form: well
Context:
But they need not be to do their jobs well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us <t>well</t>. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=well%4:02:00:: | definition=(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') | synonyms=good | examples=the children behaved well; a task well done
2. sense_key=well%4:02:05:: | definition=thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form; ; ; ; ; , | examples=The problem is well understood; she was well informed
3. sense_key=well%4:02:03:: | definition=indicating high probability; in all likelihood | synonyms=easily | examples=I might well do it; a mistake that could easily have ended in disaster
4. sense_key=well%4:02:15:: | definition=(used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully | examples=a book well worth reading; was well aware of the difficulties ahead
5. sense_key=well%4:02:08:: | definition=to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree | examples=the project was well underway; the fetus has well developed organs
6. sense_key=well%4:02:07:: | definition=favorably; with approval | examples=their neighbors spoke well of them; he thought well of the book
7. sense_key=well%4:02:11:: | definition=to a great extent or degree | synonyms=considerably, substantially | examples=I'm afraid the film was well over budget; painting the room white made it seem considerably (or substantially) larger
8. sense_key=well%4:02:14:: | definition=with great or especially intimate knowledge | synonyms=intimately | examples=we knew them well
9. sense_key=well%4:02:13:: | definition=with prudence or propriety | examples=You would do well to say nothing more; could not well refuse
10. sense_key=well%4:02:12:: | definition=with skill or in a pleasing manner | examples=she dances well; he writes well
11. sense_key=well%4:02:10:: | definition=in a manner affording benefit or advantage | synonyms=advantageously | examples=she married well; The children were settled advantageously in Seattle
12. sense_key=well%4:02:09:: | definition=in financial comfort | synonyms=comfortably | examples=They live well; she has been able to live comfortably since her husband died
13. sense_key=well%4:02:01:: | definition=without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor | examples=took the joke well; took the tragic news well

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

reasoning_content:
We are given: "If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us <t>well</t>."

The adverb "well" modifies "serves". The context is about teachers doing their jobs adequately, competently, conscientiously. The sentence says "if he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well." That means he serves us in a good or satisfactory manner. This aligns with sense 1: "in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard". Also the example "a task well done" fits.

Other senses: sense 2 (thoroughly), sense 3 (high probability), sense 4 (entirely), sense 5 (suitable extent), sense 6 (favorably), sense 7 (to great extent), sense 8 (intimate knowledge), sense 9 (prudence), sense 10 (with skill), sense 11 (advantageously), sense 12 (in financial comfort), sense 13 (without distress).

Here, "serves us well" means serves us in a satisfactory manner. It is not about thoroughness, probability, extent, etc. It's about doing a good job. Sense 10 "with skill or in a pleasing manner" could also be possible, but the context emphasizes competence and conscientiousness, not necessarily skill. Sense 1 is more general good/satisfactory. The sentence parallels "competent and conscientious" with "serves us well" - meaning good service. So sense 1 is best.

Thus answer: {"sense_index": 1}


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

[User]
Target lemma: teacher
Target surface form: teachers
Context:
Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our <t>teachers</t> are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=teacher%1:18:00:: | definition=a person whose occupation is teaching | synonyms=instructor
2. sense_key=teacher%1:09:00:: | definition=a personified abstraction that teaches | examples=books were his teachers; experience is a demanding teacher

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose between two senses. The context discusses teachers in school days, competent and conscientious, compared to family doctors. Clearly these are human teachers with occupation of teaching. Sense 2 refers to personified abstraction like books or experience. So sense 1 is correct. Return {"sense_index": 1


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

[User]
Target lemma: important
Target surface form: important
Context:
Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an <t>important</t> factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=important%3:00:00:: | definition=of great significance or value | synonyms=of import | examples=important people; the important questions of the day
2. sense_key=important%3:00:04:: | definition=important in effect or meaning | synonyms=significant | examples=a significant change in tax laws; a significant change in the Constitution
3. sense_key=important%3:00:02:: | definition=of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis | synonyms=crucial | examples=a crucial moment in his career; a crucial election
4. sense_key=important%5:00:00:influential:00 | definition=having authority or ascendancy or influence | synonyms=authoritative | examples=an important official; the captain's authoritative manner
5. sense_key=important%5:00:00:immodest:02 | definition=having or suggesting a consciousness of high position | examples=recited the decree with an important air; took long important strides in the direction of his office

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

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "Our teachers are not an <t>important</t> factor in our educational crisis." The context discusses that teachers are not the key factor; they are compared to family doctors, and the crisis is educational. The candidate senses:
1. "of great significance or value" – but the sentence says "not an important factor", so it's negating significance.
2. "important in effect or meaning" – similar.
3. "of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis" – this sense is "crucial". The context mentions "educational crisis" so this sense directly relates to being crucial in a crisis. The sentence says "not an important factor" meaning not crucial. So it's saying they are not crucial, which fits the negation of this sense.
4. "having authority or influence" – authoritative, but teachers are not described as having authority in this context.
5. "having or suggesting a consciousness of high position" – not relevant.

The best fit is sense 3 because it is about being crucial to a crisis. The context explicitly says "educational crisis" and that teachers are not an important factor. So it's a negation of the sense of being crucial. Therefore sense 3.


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

[User]
Target lemma: factor
Target surface form: factor
Context:
Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important <t>factor</t> in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=factor%1:11:00:: | definition=anything that contributes causally to a result | examples=a number of factors determined the outcome
2. sense_key=factor%1:09:00:: | definition=an abstract part of something | synonyms=component, constituent, element, ingredient | examples=jealousy was a component of his character; two constituents of a musical composition are melody and harmony
3. sense_key=factor%1:23:00:: | definition=one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer | synonyms=divisor | examples=what are the 4 factors of 6?
4. sense_key=factor%1:18:00:: | definition=a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission | synonyms=agent, broker
5. sense_key=factor%1:23:01:: | definition=any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together
6. sense_key=factor%1:09:01:: | definition=an independent variable in statistics
7. sense_key=factor%1:08:00:: | definition=(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity | synonyms=gene, cistron | examples=genes were formerly called factors

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

reasoning_content: We are given the target lemma "factor" in context: "Our teachers are not an important <t>factor</t> in our educational crisis." The context discusses whether teachers are a contributing cause to the educational crisis. The sentence says they are not an important factor. This aligns with sense 1: "anything that contributes causally to a result" with the example "a number of factors determined the outcome." Sense 2 (component, constituent) is also possible, but the context specifically talks about causation in the educational crisis, so sense 1 is more precise. Sense 3 is mathematical divisor, not relevant. Sense 4 is businessman, not relevant. Sense 5 is mathematical factor, not relevant. Sense 6 is statistical variable, not relevant. Sense 7 is genetic, not relevant. Thus, the best sense is 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: educational
Target surface form: educational
Context:
Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our <t>educational</t> crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=educational%3:01:00:: | definition=relating to the process of education | examples=educational psychology
2. sense_key=educational%5:00:00:instructive:00 | definition=providing knowledge | examples=an educational film

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

reasoning_content:
We are given a target lemma "educational" and its surface form in the context. The context is: "Our teachers are not an important factor in our <t>educational</t> crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem."

We need to choose between two senses:

1. sense_key=educational%3:01:00:: | definition=relating to the process of education | examples=educational psychology
2. sense_key=educational%5:00:00:instructive:00 | definition=providing knowledge | examples=an educational film

The context talks about "educational crisis" and "educational problem". This refers to the process of education, not about providing knowledge in the sense of instructive. The phrase "educational crisis" is a crisis related to the educational system, not a crisis of providing knowledge. Similarly, "educational problem" is a problem pertaining to education. So sense 1 fits better. Sense 2 would be like "an educational film" which instructs. But here it's about the field of education. Therefore, the best sense is sense 1.

Thus, output: {"sense_index": 1}


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

[User]
Target lemma: crisis
Target surface form: crisis
Context:
Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days. But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational <t>crisis</t>. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=crisis%1:26:00:: | definition=an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty | examples=they went bankrupt during the economic crisis
2. sense_key=crisis%1:11:00:: | definition=a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something | examples=after the crisis the patient either dies or gets better

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

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis." The context discusses education and teachers. The candidate senses are:

1. an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty (economic crisis example)
2. a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something (medical crisis example)

The phrase "educational crisis" suggests a difficult situation in education, not necessarily a turning point. The first sense fits better: an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty. The second sense is more about a turning point, like in a disease. Therefore, sense index 1 is correct.


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

[User]
Target lemma: problem
Target surface form: problem
Context:
But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a <t>problem</t> of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=problem%1:26:00:: | definition=a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved | synonyms=job | examples=she and her husband are having problems; it is always a job to contact him
2. sense_key=problem%1:10:00:: | definition=a question raised for consideration or solution | examples=our homework consisted of ten problems to solve
3. sense_key=problem%1:09:00:: | definition=a source of difficulty | synonyms=trouble | examples=one trouble after another delayed the job; what's the problem?

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

reasoning_content:
We need to choose the best sense for "problem" in the context: "Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem." The word "problem" here refers to an issue or matter concerning equity, not a difficulty or a question. It's a "problem" in the sense of a topic or concern. Let's examine senses:

1. sense 1: "a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved" - synonyms: job. Example: "she and her husband are having problems" - this suggests a difficulty or trouble. In the context, "problem of equity" is not a difficulty per se but a matter of fairness. However, it could be considered a difficulty. But the subsequent "it is not an educational problem" contrasts different types of issues. This sense fits if we see it as a difficulty.

2. sense 2: "a question raised for consideration or solution" - examples: "our homework consisted of ten problems to solve" - this is more like a puzzle or a question. Not fitting.

3. sense 3: "a source of difficulty" - synonyms: trouble. Examples: "one trouble after another delayed the job; what's the problem?" This is similar to sense 1 but emphasizes the source. In the context, "problem of equity" is a source of difficulty? Possibly, but the phrase "problem of equity" is common in discussions about fairness - it's a topic or issue, not necessarily a difficulty.

The context says "it is not an educational problem." That implies that "problem" here means a type of issue or concern. Both senses 1 and 3 could apply. However, sense 1 is more general "state of difficulty", sense 3 is "a source of difficulty". The sentence is saying that whether teachers are underpaid is a matter of equity, not an educational issue. So "problem" here is used to denote a subject or area of concern. WordNet sense 1 might be closest because it's "a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved" - equity is a state of difficulty? Possibly. But sense 3 "a source of difficulty" - the underpayment is a source of difficulty? Not exactly.

Consider also that the word "problem" is used twice: first as "a problem of equity" and then as "not an educational problem". This is a common usage where "problem" means "an issue or matter". In WordNet, sense 1 and sense 3 are very close. However, look at the synonyms: sense 1 synonym "job" as in "it's a job to contact him" meaning difficult task. Sense 3 synonym "trouble". The context is not about a specific difficult task but a general category. I think sense 1 might be better because "problem of equity" is a state of difficulty regarding fairness. Sense 3 is "a source of difficulty" which is more concrete.

But note the instructions: "WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together." The examples for sense 1: "she and her husband are having problems" - that is a personal difficulty. Sense 3: "one trouble after another delayed the job; what's the problem?" - also difficulty. Both are similar.

However, there is a nuance: sense 2 is clearly wrong. Between 1 and 3, I'd lean towards sense 1 because "problem of equity" is phrasing that treats "problem" as a countable noun meaning "issue". Actually, in many dictionaries, "problem" meaning "a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful" is the primary sense. WordNet's sense 1 seems to capture that. But sense 3 also captures "a source of difficulty".

Let's see the exact definition: sense 1: "a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved" - the "state of difficulty" fits equity as a state of difficulty? Possibly. sense 3: "a source of difficulty" - underpayment is a source of difficulty? It is a source of difficulty for teachers? But the sentence says it's a problem of equity, meaning it is a matter of fairness. That is broader.

Given that the example for sense 1 includes "having problems" which is similar to "having a problem", and the context uses "a problem of equity", I think sense 1 is best. Sense 3 is more like "trouble" as in a specific obstacle.

I'll go with sense 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: equity
Target surface form: equity
Context:
But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of <t>equity</t>; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=equity%1:21:01:: | definition=the difference between the market value of a property and the claims held against it
2. sense_key=equity%1:21:00:: | definition=the ownership interest of shareholders in a corporation
3. sense_key=equity%1:07:00:: | definition=conformity with rules or standards | synonyms=fairness | examples=the judge recognized the fairness of my claim

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

reasoning_content: We are given the target lemma "equity" in a context about teachers' pay. The context says: "Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem." This refers to fairness or justice in compensation. So the sense is about fairness/conformity with rules or standards. That matches sense 3: definition=conformity with rules or standards, synonyms=fairness. The other senses are financial (market value difference or ownership interest). So the correct sense index is 3.


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

[User]
Target lemma: educational
Target surface form: educational
Context:
But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an <t>educational</t> problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=educational%3:01:00:: | definition=relating to the process of education | examples=educational psychology
2. sense_key=educational%5:00:00:instructive:00 | definition=providing knowledge | examples=an educational film

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

reasoning_content:
We are given a context: "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more." The target word is "educational" in the phrase "educational crisis" and "educational problem". The context says: "Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. ... it is not an <t>educational</t> problem."

We need to choose between two senses:
1. sense 1: relating to the process of education (e.g., educational psychology) — this is a relational adjective meaning "pertaining to education".
2. sense 2: providing knowledge (e.g., an educational film) — this is a descriptive adjective meaning "instructive".

In the context, "educational crisis" and "educational problem" refer to a crisis/problem that is related to the education system or the process of education, not that the crisis itself provides knowledge. So sense 1 is more appropriate. The phrase "educational crisis" is about the domain of education. Also, "educational problem" is a problem within the field of education. So sense 1 fits.

Thus, the answer is sense index 1. The output should be {"sense_index": 1


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

[User]
Target lemma: problem
Target surface form: problem
Context:
But our education proceeded at the hands of those others, who were merely competent and conscientious. In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational <t>problem</t>. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=problem%1:26:00:: | definition=a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved | synonyms=job | examples=she and her husband are having problems; it is always a job to contact him
2. sense_key=problem%1:10:00:: | definition=a question raised for consideration or solution | examples=our homework consisted of ten problems to solve
3. sense_key=problem%1:09:00:: | definition=a source of difficulty | synonyms=trouble | examples=one trouble after another delayed the job; what's the problem?

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose the best sense for "problem" in the context. The context discusses whether teachers are underpaid: "Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem." Here, "problem" means a matter or issue regarding equity, not a difficulty or a question to solve. Sense 1 is "a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved" - this fits as a difficulty. Sense 2 is "a question raised for consideration or solution" - this is more like a puzzle or homework problem. Sense 3 is "a source of difficulty" with synonyms trouble. The phrase "problem of equity" suggests a difficulty or issue. The second occurrence "educational problem" also means a difficulty. So sense 1 or 3? Sense 1 says "a state of difficulty", sense 3 says "a source of difficulty". The context says it's "a problem of equity" meaning it's a difficulty related to equity. The example for sense 1 includes "she and her husband are having problems" which is similar. Sense 3 example "one trouble after another" also fits. But note the definition: sense 1 is "state of difficulty", sense 3 is "source of difficulty". In this context, it's more like a state or issue. Also synonyms: sense 1 has "job", sense 3 has "trouble". I think sense 1 is more appropriate because it's about a difficulty that needs resolution. However, let's see the nuance: "a problem of equity" is a particular difficulty. I think sense 1 is best. But the instruction says "single best indexed sense". I'll go with sense 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: teacher
Target surface form: teachers
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our <t>teachers</t> to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=teacher%1:18:00:: | definition=a person whose occupation is teaching | synonyms=instructor
2. sense_key=teacher%1:09:00:: | definition=a personified abstraction that teaches | examples=books were his teachers; experience is a demanding teacher

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

reasoning_content: We are given a target lemma "teacher" with surface form "teachers" in a context. The context discusses teachers in an educational setting, comparing them to family doctors. The text says "Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis." and "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better..." This clearly refers to human teachers, people whose occupation is teaching. The second sense is "a personified abstraction that teaches" with examples like "books were his teachers; experience is a demanding teacher." That sense is more metaphorical and abstract. In this context, the teachers are actual people, not abstractions. Therefore, the first sense is correct. So the answer should be {"sense_index": 1}.

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