[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: man
Target surface form: man
Context:
The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the <t>man</t> had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=man%1:18:00:: | definition=an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) | synonyms=adult male | examples=there were two women and six men on the bus
2. sense_key=man%1:18:03:: | definition=someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | synonyms=serviceman, military man, military personnel | examples=two men stood sentry duty
3. sense_key=man%1:18:04:: | definition=the generic use of the word to refer to any human being | examples=it was every man for himself
4. sense_key=man%1:05:01:: | definition=any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage | synonyms=homo, human being, human
5. sense_key=man%1:18:08:: | definition=a male subordinate | examples=the chief stationed two men outside the building; he awaited word from his man in Havana
6. sense_key=man%1:18:06:: | definition=an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) | examples=the army will make a man of you
7. sense_key=man%1:18:05:: | definition=a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer | synonyms=valet, valet de chambre, gentleman, gentleman's gentleman | examples=Jeeves was Bertie Wooster's man
8. sense_key=man%1:18:07:: | definition=a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman | examples=she takes good care of her man
9. sense_key=man%1:15:00:: | definition=one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea | synonyms=Isle of Man
10. sense_key=man%1:06:00:: | definition=game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games | synonyms=piece | examples=he taught me to set up the men on the chess board; he sacrificed a piece to get a strategic advantage
11. sense_key=man%1:05:00:: | definition=all of the living human inhabitants of the earth | synonyms=world, human race, humanity, humankind, human beings, humans | examples=all the world loves a lover; she always used `humankind' because `mankind' seemed to slight the women

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 asked to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "man" in the given context. The context describes a specific person: "the wiry, dark little man" who is talking to Phil in a low voice, asking about the landlord. This is clearly a specific male individual. The best sense is the basic one: an adult male person. That corresponds to sense 1: "an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)". Other senses like serviceman, human being, male subordinate, valet, etc., do not fit as well. The context does not indicate that he is in the military, or a servant, or a generic human. It is a specific man in a bar setting. So sense index 1 is correct


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: ask
Target surface form: asked
Context:
The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had <t>asked</t> Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=ask%2:32:00:: | definition=inquire about | synonyms=inquire, enquire | examples=I asked about their special today; He had to ask directions several times
2. sense_key=ask%2:32:01:: | definition=make a request or demand for something to somebody | examples=She asked him for a loan
3. sense_key=ask%2:32:02:: | definition=direct or put; seek an answer to | examples=ask a question
4. sense_key=ask%2:32:05:: | definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | synonyms=require, expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time; Aren't we asking too much of these children?
5. sense_key=ask%2:32:04:: | definition=address a question to and expect an answer from | examples=Ask your teacher about trigonometry; The children asked me about their dead grandmother
6. sense_key=ask%2:42:00:: | definition=require as useful, just, or proper | synonyms=necessitate, postulate, need, require, take, involve | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did; success usually requires hard work
7. sense_key=ask%2:32:09:: | definition=require or ask for as a price or condition | examples=He is asking $200 for the table; The kidnappers are asking a million dollars in return for the release of their hostage

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}.

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
We are asked to select the best sense index for "asked" in the given context. The sentence: "In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back." This is a direct question: "asked Phil if he was happy...". This is clearly a sense of asking a question to someone and expecting an answer. Looking at the senses:

1. inquire about (ask about something) - example: "I asked about their special today" - this is more about asking for information, but the context here is asking a direct question to Phil.

2. make a request or demand for something - example: "She asked him for a loan" - not a request, it's a question about happiness.

3. direct or put; seek an answer to - "ask a question" - this fits: he asked a question.

4. consider obligatory; request and expect - "We require our secretary to be on time" - not that.

5. address a question to and expect an answer from - "Ask your teacher about trigonometry" - this also fits: he addressed a question to Phil and expected an answer. This seems very close.

6. require as useful - "It takes nerve..." - not.

7. require as price - not.

Between senses 3 and 5: sense 3 is "direct or put; seek an answer to" with example "ask a question". Sense 5 is "address a question to and expect an answer from" with example "Ask your teacher about trigonometry". The context: "asked Phil if he was happy" is directly addressing a question to Phil and expecting an answer. Sense 5 seems more precise because it includes the recipient of the question. Sense 3 is more general. Also, note that sense 5 has synonyms? No synonyms listed for sense 5, but sense 1 has synonyms inquire, enquire. Given the context, "asked Phil if he was happy" is exactly "address a question to and expect an answer from". So sense 5 is the best.

But let's double-check: the sentence says "the man had asked Phil if he was happy". That is a question directed to Phil. So sense 5 is appropriate.

Thus answer: {"sense_index": 5}

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native_finish_reason: stop

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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: happy
Target surface form: happy
Context:
The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was <t>happy</t> with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=happy%3:00:00:: | definition=enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure | examples=a happy smile; spent many happy days on the beach
2. sense_key=happy%5:00:00:fortunate:00 | definition=marked by good fortune | synonyms=felicitous | examples=a felicitous life; a happy outcome
3. sense_key=happy%5:00:00:willing:00 | definition=eagerly disposed to act or to be of service | synonyms=glad | examples=glad to help
4. sense_key=happy%5:00:00:felicitous:00 | definition=well expressed and to the point | synonyms=well-chosen | examples=a happy turn of phrase; a few well-chosen words

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 "happy" in the context: "the man had asked Phil if he was <t>happy</t> with the way the landlord had been taken off his back." This is asking about satisfaction with a situation (landlord removed). It's not about joy or pleasure (sense 1), not about good fortune (sense 2), not about being eager to serve (sense 3), not about well-expressed (sense 4). It's about being satisfied or content with an outcome. Sense 1 is closest: "enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure" but the context is more about being satisfied with a resolution. However, WordNet sense 1 includes "pleasure" which could fit. But sense 2 "marked by good fortune" might also fit because the outcome is fortunate. But the question is "happy with" which typically means satisfied. Sense 1 is the most general and fits. There is no sense specifically for "satisfied" other than sense 1. So I'll choose sense 1.

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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: way
Target surface form: way
Context:
The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the <t>way</t> the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=way%1:07:01:: | definition=how something is done or how it happens | synonyms=manner, mode, style, fashion | examples=her dignified manner; his rapid manner of talking
2. sense_key=way%1:04:01:: | definition=how a result is obtained or an end is achieved | synonyms=means, agency | examples=a means of control; an example is the best agency of instruction
3. sense_key=way%1:15:00:: | definition=a line leading to a place or point | synonyms=direction | examples=he looked the other direction; didn't know the way home
4. sense_key=way%1:26:00:: | definition=the condition of things generally | examples=that's the way it is; I felt the same way
5. sense_key=way%1:04:00:: | definition=a course of conduct | synonyms=path, way of life | examples=the path of virtue; we went our separate ways
6. sense_key=way%1:06:00:: | definition=any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another | examples=he said he was looking for the way out
7. sense_key=way%1:04:02:: | definition=a journey or passage | examples=they are on the way
8. sense_key=way%1:23:00:: | definition=space for movement | synonyms=room, elbow room | examples=room to pass; make way for
9. sense_key=way%1:07:02:: | definition=the property of distance in general | examples=it's a long way to Moscow; he went a long ways
10. sense_key=way%1:09:00:: | definition=doing as one pleases or chooses | examples=if I had my way
11. sense_key=way%1:09:01:: | definition=a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' | examples=they didn't have much in the way of clothing
12. sense_key=way%1:21:00:: | definition=a portion of something divided into shares | examples=they split the loot three ways

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 determine the correct sense of "way" in the context: "he asked Phil if he was happy with the <t>way</t> the landlord had been taken off his back." The phrase "the way the landlord had been taken off his back" refers to the manner or method by which the landlord was removed. This aligns with sense 1: "how something is done or how it happens" (manner, mode, style, fashion). The question is about being happy with the manner (way) in which something was done. Sense 2 is about means or agency, which is similar but sense 1 is more about the manner itself. The synonyms include "manner" and "style". The example "her dignified manner" fits the context. So the best sense is index 1.

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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: make
Target surface form: made
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He <t>made</t> the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=make%2:41:00:: | definition=engage in | synonyms=do | examples=make love, not war; make an effort
2. sense_key=make%2:30:00:: | definition=give certain properties to something | synonyms=get | examples=get someone mad; She made us look silly
3. sense_key=make%2:36:00:: | definition=make or cause to be or to become | synonyms=create | examples=make a mess in one's office; create a furor
4. sense_key=make%2:32:00:: | definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | synonyms=induce, stimulate, cause, have, get | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR; My children finally got me to buy a computer
5. sense_key=make%2:36:08:: | definition=give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally | synonyms=cause, do | examples=cause a commotion; make a stir
6. sense_key=make%2:36:01:: | definition=create or manufacture a man-made product | synonyms=produce, create | examples=We produce more cars than we can sell; The company has been making toys for two centuries
7. sense_key=make%2:31:00:: | definition=make, formulate, or derive in the mind | synonyms=draw | examples=I draw a line here; draw a conclusion
8. sense_key=make%2:36:15:: | definition=compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way | examples=People cannot be made to integrate just by passing a law!; Heat makes you sweat
9. sense_key=make%2:36:09:: | definition=create by artistic means | synonyms=create | examples=create a poem; Schoenberg created twelve-tone music
10. sense_key=make%2:40:01:: | definition=earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | synonyms=gain, take in, clear, earn, realize, realise | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?; She earns a lot in her new job
11. sense_key=make%2:36:05:: | definition=create or design, often in a certain way | synonyms=do | examples=Do my room in blue; I did this piece in wood to express my love for the forest
12. sense_key=make%2:42:05:: | definition=to compose or represent: | synonyms=form, constitute | examples=This wall forms the background of the stage setting; The branches made a roof
13. sense_key=make%2:38:02:: | definition=reach a goal, e.g., | synonyms=reach, get to, progress to | examples=make the first team; We made it!
14. sense_key=make%2:42:00:: | definition=be or be capable of being changed or made into | examples=He makes a great host; He will make a fine father
15. sense_key=make%2:36:11:: | definition=make by shaping or bringing together constituents | examples=make a dress; make a cake
16. sense_key=make%2:36:12:: | definition=perform or carry out | examples=make a decision; make a move
17. sense_key=make%2:36:13:: | definition=make by combining materials and parts | synonyms=construct, build | examples=this little pig made his house out of straw; Some eccentric constructed an electric brassiere warmer
18. sense_key=make%2:30:15:: | definition=change from one form into another | examples=make water into wine; make lead into gold
19. sense_key=make%2:29:08:: | definition=act in a certain way so as to acquire | examples=make friends; make enemies
20. sense_key=make%2:41:03:: | definition=charge with a function; charge to be | synonyms=name, nominate | examples=She was named Head of the Committee; She was made president of the club
21. sense_key=make%2:40:02:: | definition=achieve a point or goal | synonyms=have, get | examples=Nicklaus had a 70; The Brazilian team got 4 goals
22. sense_key=make%2:38:00:: | definition=reach a destination, either real or abstract | synonyms=reach, attain, hit, arrive at, gain | examples=We hit Detroit by noon; The water reached the doorstep
23. sense_key=make%2:31:13:: | definition=institute, enact, or establish | synonyms=lay down, establish | examples=make laws
24. sense_key=make%2:41:13:: | definition=carry out or commit | examples=make a mistake; commit a faux-pas
25. sense_key=make%2:41:01:: | definition=form by assembling individuals or constituents | examples=Make a quorum
26. sense_key=make%2:36:04:: | definition=organize or be responsible for | synonyms=hold, throw, have, give | examples=hold a reception; have, throw, or make a party
27. sense_key=make%2:30:02:: | definition=put in order or neaten | synonyms=make up | examples=make the bed; make up a room
28. sense_key=make%2:38:05:: | definition=head into a specified direction | synonyms=take | examples=The escaped convict took to the hills; We made for the mountains
29. sense_key=make%2:29:00:: | definition=have a bowel movement | synonyms=stool, defecate, shit, take a shit, take a crap, ca-ca | examples=The dog had made in the flower beds
30. sense_key=make%2:42:09:: | definition=undergo fabrication or creation | examples=This wool makes into a nice sweater
31. sense_key=make%2:42:13:: | definition=be suitable for | examples=Wood makes good furniture
32. sense_key=make%2:42:12:: | definition=add up to | examples=four and four make eight
33. sense_key=make%2:42:11:: | definition=amount to | examples=This salary increase makes no difference to my standard of living
34. sense_key=make%2:42:15:: | definition=constitute the essence of | examples=Clothes make the man
35. sense_key=make%2:39:12:: | definition=appear to begin an activity | examples=He made to speak but said nothing in the end; She made as if to say hello to us
36. sense_key=make%2:38:10:: | definition=proceed along a path | synonyms=work | examples=work one's way through the crowd; make one's way into the forest
37. sense_key=make%2:38:15:: | definition=reach in time | examples=We barely made the plane
38. sense_key=make%2:36:10:: | definition=gather and light the materials for | examples=make a fire
39. sense_key=make%2:36:07:: | definition=prepare for eating by applying heat | synonyms=cook, fix, ready, prepare | examples=Cook me dinner, please; can you make me an omelette?
40. sense_key=make%2:35:13:: | definition=induce to have sex | synonyms=seduce, score | examples=Harry finally seduced Sally; Did you score last night?
41. sense_key=make%2:32:14:: | definition=assure the success of | examples=A good review by this critic will make your play!
42. sense_key=make%2:32:09:: | definition=represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like | synonyms=pretend, make believe | examples=She makes like an actress
43. sense_key=make%2:31:10:: | definition=consider as being | examples=It wasn't the problem some people made it
44. sense_key=make%2:31:12:: | definition=calculate as being | examples=I make the height about 100 feet
45. sense_key=make%2:30:10:: | definition=cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable | examples=make my day
46. sense_key=make%2:30:14:: | definition=favor the development of | examples=Practice makes the winner
47. sense_key=make%2:30:12:: | definition=develop into | examples=He will make a splendid father!
48. sense_key=make%2:29:06:: | definition=behave in a certain way | examples=make merry
49. sense_key=make%2:29:01:: | definition=eliminate urine | synonyms=urinate, piddle, puddle, micturate, piss, pee | examples=Again, the cat had made on the expensive rug

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: "He <t>made</t> the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice." The target word is "made" (lemma make). The phrase is "made the mistake". This is a common collocation. Looking at the candidate senses, sense 24 has definition "carry out or commit" with example "make a mistake; commit a faux-pas". That matches exactly. Also sense 16 "perform or carry out" with example "make a decision; make a move" could be similar but the specific example "make a mistake" is in sense 24. So sense_index=24.

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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: mistake
Target surface form: mistake
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the <t>mistake</t> of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=mistake%1:04:00:: | definition=a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention | synonyms=error, fault | examples=he made a bad mistake; she was quick to point out my errors
2. sense_key=mistake%1:09:00:: | definition=an understanding of something that is not correct | synonyms=misunderstanding, misapprehension | examples=he wasn't going to admit his mistake; make no mistake about his intentions
3. sense_key=mistake%1:10:00:: | definition=part of a statement that is not correct | synonyms=error | examples=the book was full of errors

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 "mistake" in the context. The sentence: "He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice." This refers to an action that was wrong due to bad judgment. Sense 1: "a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention" fits perfectly. Sense 2 is about an understanding that is not correct (misunderstanding), but here it's an action (answering in an offhand way). Sense 3 is about a part of a statement that is not correct (like an error in a book). So sense 1 is best.

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: answer
Target surface form: answering
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of <t>answering</t> in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=answer%2:32:00:: | definition=react verbally | synonyms=reply, respond | examples=She didn't want to answer; answer the question
2. sense_key=answer%2:31:02:: | definition=respond to a signal | examples=answer the door; answer the telephone
3. sense_key=answer%2:31:00:: | definition=give the correct answer or solution to | examples=answer a question; answer the riddle
4. sense_key=answer%2:31:03:: | definition=understand the meaning of | synonyms=resolve | examples=The question concerning the meaning of life cannot be answered
5. sense_key=answer%2:32:06:: | definition=give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument) | examples=The defendant answered to all the charges of the prosecution
6. sense_key=answer%2:42:01:: | definition=be liable or accountable | examples=She must answer for her actions
7. sense_key=answer%2:42:02:: | definition=be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity | synonyms=suffice, do, serve | examples=A few words would answer; This car suits my purpose well
8. sense_key=answer%2:42:00:: | definition=match or correspond | examples=The drawing of the suspect answers to the description the victim gave
9. sense_key=answer%2:34:00:: | definition=be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of | examples=This may answer her needs
10. sense_key=answer%2:31:05:: | definition=react to a stimulus or command | examples=The steering of my new car answers to the slightest touch

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 select the best sense for "answering" in the given context. The sentence: "He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice." This is a verbal response to a question. The man asked Phil if he was happy with the landlord situation. Phil answered offhandedly. This fits sense 1: "react verbally" with synonyms reply, respond. The other senses involve responding to a signal, giving correct answer, understanding meaning, etc. Sense 1 is the most direct. So answer is sense 1.

provider: Novita


[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: way
Target surface form: way
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand <t>way</t>, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=way%1:07:01:: | definition=how something is done or how it happens | synonyms=manner, mode, style, fashion | examples=her dignified manner; his rapid manner of talking
2. sense_key=way%1:04:01:: | definition=how a result is obtained or an end is achieved | synonyms=means, agency | examples=a means of control; an example is the best agency of instruction
3. sense_key=way%1:15:00:: | definition=a line leading to a place or point | synonyms=direction | examples=he looked the other direction; didn't know the way home
4. sense_key=way%1:26:00:: | definition=the condition of things generally | examples=that's the way it is; I felt the same way
5. sense_key=way%1:04:00:: | definition=a course of conduct | synonyms=path, way of life | examples=the path of virtue; we went our separate ways
6. sense_key=way%1:06:00:: | definition=any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another | examples=he said he was looking for the way out
7. sense_key=way%1:04:02:: | definition=a journey or passage | examples=they are on the way
8. sense_key=way%1:23:00:: | definition=space for movement | synonyms=room, elbow room | examples=room to pass; make way for
9. sense_key=way%1:07:02:: | definition=the property of distance in general | examples=it's a long way to Moscow; he went a long ways
10. sense_key=way%1:09:00:: | definition=doing as one pleases or chooses | examples=if I had my way
11. sense_key=way%1:09:01:: | definition=a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' | examples=they didn't have much in the way of clothing
12. sense_key=way%1:21:00:: | definition=a portion of something divided into shares | examples=they split the loot three ways

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 "way" in the context: "He made the mistake of answering in an offhand <t>way</t>". The phrase "in an offhand way" refers to the manner or style of answering. So it matches sense 1: how something is done or how it happens (manner, mode, style, fashion). The example "her dignified manner" aligns with "offhand way". So sense index 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: realize
Target surface form: realized
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly <t>realized</t> that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=realize%2:31:01:: | definition=be fully aware or cognizant of | synonyms=recognize, recognise, realise, agnize, agnise
2. sense_key=realize%2:31:00:: | definition=perceive (an idea or situation) mentally | synonyms=understand, realise, see | examples=Now I see!; I just can't see your point
3. sense_key=realize%2:36:00:: | definition=make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | synonyms=realise, actualize, actualise, substantiate | examples=our ideas must be substantiated into actions
4. sense_key=realize%2:40:01:: | definition=earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | synonyms=gain, take in, clear, make, earn, realise | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?; She earns a lot in her new job
5. sense_key=realize%2:40:00:: | definition=convert into cash; of goods and property | synonyms=realise
6. sense_key=realize%2:36:07:: | definition=expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass | synonyms=realise

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 "realized" in the context. The sentence: "He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice." Here "realized" means he became aware of something, perceived that his skepticism showed. That matches sense 1: "be fully aware or cognizant of" or sense 2: "perceive (an idea or situation) mentally". Both are similar. Sense 1 uses synonyms like recognize, realise; sense 2 uses understand, see. The context is about becoming aware of something. Sense 2 has example "Now I see!" which fits. But sense 1 also fits. However, sense 1 is "be fully aware or cognizant of" which is about awareness, while sense 2 is "perceive mentally". The difference is subtle. In WordNet, sense 1 (realize%2:31:01) is often used for "become aware of" and sense 2 (realize%2:31:00) is for "understand". The context: he realized that his skepticism showed means he became aware of it. I think sense 1 is slightly better because it emphasizes awareness. Also, the example in sense 2 is "Now I see!" which is more about sudden understanding. But both are valid. Since we must choose one, I'll go with sense 1. However, let's check the indices: sense_index 1 is sense_key=realize%2:31:01::, sense_index 2 is realize%2:31:00::. So answer 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: skepticism
Target surface form: skepticism
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his <t>skepticism</t> must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=skepticism%1:09:00:: | definition=doubt about the truth of something | synonyms=incredulity, disbelief, mental rejection
2. sense_key=skepticism%1:09:01:: | definition=the disbelief in any claims of ultimate knowledge | synonyms=agnosticism, scepticism

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 "skepticism" in a context. The context describes a man who answered in an offhand way and realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. The candidate senses are:

1. doubt about the truth of something (incredulity, disbelief, mental rejection)
2. the disbelief in any claims of ultimate knowledge (agnosticism, scepticism)

In the context, the protagonist is doubting something specific—the man's question about the landlord. He made a mistake in his offhand answer and his skepticism showed. This is not about disbelief in ultimate knowledge or systematic skepticism; it's about doubting the truth of what the man said. So sense 1 fits better.

Thus, the answer is {"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: show
Target surface form: showed
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have <t>showed</t> in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=show%2:39:02:: | definition=give an exhibition of to an interested audience | synonyms=demo, exhibit, present, demonstrate | examples=She shows her dogs frequently; We will demo the new software in Washington
2. sense_key=show%2:31:00:: | definition=establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment | synonyms=prove, demonstrate, establish, shew | examples=The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound; The mathematician showed the validity of the conjecture
3. sense_key=show%2:32:00:: | definition=provide evidence for | synonyms=testify, bear witness, prove, evidence | examples=The blood test showed that he was the father; Her behavior testified to her incompetence
4. sense_key=show%2:39:00:: | definition=make visible or noticeable | examples=She showed her talent for cooking; Show me your etchings, please
5. sense_key=show%2:36:00:: | definition=show in, or as in, a picture | synonyms=picture, depict, render | examples=This scene depicts country life; the face of the child is rendered with much tenderness in this painting
6. sense_key=show%2:32:02:: | definition=give expression to | synonyms=express, evince | examples=She showed her disappointment
7. sense_key=show%2:32:01:: | definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | synonyms=indicate, point, designate | examples=I showed the customer the glove section; He pointed to the empty parking space
8. sense_key=show%2:39:01:: | definition=be or become visible or noticeable | synonyms=show up | examples=His good upbringing really shows; The dirty side will show
9. sense_key=show%2:32:04:: | definition=indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments | synonyms=read, register, record | examples=The thermometer showed thirteen degrees below zero; The gauge read `empty'
10. sense_key=show%2:32:03:: | definition=give evidence of, as of records | examples=The diary shows his distress that evening
11. sense_key=show%2:38:00:: | definition=take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums | synonyms=usher | examples=The usher showed us to our seats
12. sense_key=show%2:33:00:: | definition=finish third or better in a horse or dog race | examples=he bet $2 on number six to show

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: {"sense_index": 8"}

content: {"sense_index": 8"}

reasoning_content: We need to determine the correct sense of "showed" in the context. The target sentence: "and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice." This means his skepticism was visible or noticeable through his facial expression or tone of voice. Among the candidate senses, sense 4: "make visible or noticeable" fits well. Also sense 6: "give expression to" could be similar, but sense 4 is more direct. Sense 8: "be or become visible or noticeable" (show up) is also possible but is intransitive; here it's transitive? Actually "showed" is used intransitively: "his skepticism must have showed" without an object, so sense 8 might be better: "be or become visible or noticeable" with synonym "show up". The examples: "His good upbringing really shows" matches this usage. The context: "his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice" is exactly like "shows" meaning becomes visible. Sense 4 is transitive: "make visible or noticeable" with examples like "She showed her talent" which is transitive. Here it's intransitive: "his skepticism showed" not "showed something". So sense 8 is more appropriate. Sense 6 "give expression to" is also transitive. So best sense is 8. However, note that sense 8 definition is "be or become visible or noticeable" and the example "His good upbringing really shows" matches. So answer should be {"sense_index": 8}.

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: show
Target surface form: showed
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have <t>showed</t> in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=show%2:39:02:: | definition=give an exhibition of to an interested audience | synonyms=demo, exhibit, present, demonstrate | examples=She shows her dogs frequently; We will demo the new software in Washington
2. sense_key=show%2:31:00:: | definition=establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment | synonyms=prove, demonstrate, establish, shew | examples=The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound; The mathematician showed the validity of the conjecture
3. sense_key=show%2:32:00:: | definition=provide evidence for | synonyms=testify, bear witness, prove, evidence | examples=The blood test showed that he was the father; Her behavior testified to her incompetence
4. sense_key=show%2:39:00:: | definition=make visible or noticeable | examples=She showed her talent for cooking; Show me your etchings, please
5. sense_key=show%2:36:00:: | definition=show in, or as in, a picture | synonyms=picture, depict, render | examples=This scene depicts country life; the face of the child is rendered with much tenderness in this painting
6. sense_key=show%2:32:02:: | definition=give expression to | synonyms=express, evince | examples=She showed her disappointment
7. sense_key=show%2:32:01:: | definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | synonyms=indicate, point, designate | examples=I showed the customer the glove section; He pointed to the empty parking space
8. sense_key=show%2:39:01:: | definition=be or become visible or noticeable | synonyms=show up | examples=His good upbringing really shows; The dirty side will show
9. sense_key=show%2:32:04:: | definition=indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments | synonyms=read, register, record | examples=The thermometer showed thirteen degrees below zero; The gauge read `empty'
10. sense_key=show%2:32:03:: | definition=give evidence of, as of records | examples=The diary shows his distress that evening
11. sense_key=show%2:38:00:: | definition=take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums | synonyms=usher | examples=The usher showed us to our seats
12. sense_key=show%2:33:00:: | definition=finish third or better in a horse or dog race | examples=he bet $2 on number six to show

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}.

[Assistant] {"sense_index": 8"}

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 12. Return only valid JSON exactly like {"sense_index": 1}.

content: {"sense_index": 8"}

reasoning_content: We need to choose the best sense for "showed" in the context: "his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice." This means his skepticism became visible or noticeable. Looking at the senses, sense 8: "be or become visible or noticeable" with synonyms "show up" and example "His good upbringing really shows" fits perfectly. Sense 4 is "make visible or noticeable" which is transitive, but here it's intransitive (his skepticism showed). So sense 8 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: face
Target surface form: face
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his <t>face</t> or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=face%1:08:00:: | definition=the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear | synonyms=human face | examples=he washed his face; I wish I had seen the look on his face when he got the news
2. sense_key=face%1:07:03:: | definition=the feelings expressed on a person's face | synonyms=expression, look, aspect, facial expression | examples=a sad expression; a look of triumph
3. sense_key=face%1:07:00:: | definition=the general outward appearance of something | examples=the face of the city is changing
4. sense_key=face%1:06:02:: | definition=the striking or working surface of an implement
5. sense_key=face%1:18:00:: | definition=a part of a person that is used to refer to a person | examples=he looked out at a roomful of faces; when he returned to work he met many new faces
6. sense_key=face%1:15:00:: | definition=a surface forming part of the outside of an object | synonyms=side | examples=he examined all sides of the crystal; dew dripped from the face of the leaf
7. sense_key=face%1:08:01:: | definition=the part of an animal corresponding to the human face
8. sense_key=face%1:06:01:: | definition=the side upon which the use of a thing depends (usually the most prominent surface of an object) | examples=he dealt the cards face down
9. sense_key=face%1:10:01:: | definition=a contorted facial expression | synonyms=grimace | examples=she made a grimace at the prospect
10. sense_key=face%1:10:00:: | definition=a specific size and style of type within a type family | synonyms=font, fount, typeface, case
11. sense_key=face%1:07:01:: | definition=status in the eyes of others | examples=he lost face
12. sense_key=face%1:07:02:: | definition=impudent aggressiveness | synonyms=boldness, nerve, brass, cheek | examples=I couldn't believe her boldness; he had the effrontery to question my honesty
13. sense_key=face%1:06:00:: | definition=a vertical surface of a building or cliff

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 "face" in the context. The sentence: "his skepticism must have showed in his <t>face</t> or voice." This refers to the expression on his face that revealed his skepticism. Sense 2 is "the feelings expressed on a person's face" with synonyms expression, look, etc. That fits perfectly. Sense 1 is just the physical front of the head, but here it's about showing skepticism, so it's the expression. Sense 9 is a contorted facial expression, but not necessarily skepticism. So sense 2 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: voice
Target surface form: voice
Context:
Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or <t>voice</t>. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=voice%1:07:00:: | definition=the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech | examples=A shrill voice sounded behind us
2. sense_key=voice%1:10:00:: | definition=the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds modified by the resonance of the vocal tract | synonyms=vocalization, vocalisation, vocalism, phonation, vox | examples=a singer takes good care of his voice; the giraffe cannot make any vocalizations
3. sense_key=voice%1:11:00:: | definition=a sound suggestive of a vocal utterance | examples=the noisy voice of the waterfall; the incessant voices of the artillery
4. sense_key=voice%1:10:01:: | definition=expressing in coherent verbal form | synonyms=articulation | examples=the articulation of my feelings; I gave voice to my feelings
5. sense_key=voice%1:04:00:: | definition=a means or agency by which something is expressed or communicated | examples=the voice of the law; the Times is not the voice of New York
6. sense_key=voice%1:10:03:: | definition=something suggestive of speech in being a medium of expression | examples=the wee small voice of conscience; the voice of experience
7. sense_key=voice%1:18:01:: | definition=(metonymy) a singer | examples=he wanted to hear trained voices sing it
8. sense_key=voice%1:18:00:: | definition=an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose | synonyms=spokesperson, interpreter, representative | examples=the meeting was attended by spokespersons for all the major organs of government
9. sense_key=voice%1:07:01:: | definition=the ability to speak | examples=he lost his voice
10. sense_key=voice%1:24:00:: | definition=(linguistics) the grammatical relation (active or passive) of the grammatical subject of a verb to the action that the verb denotes
11. sense_key=voice%1:10:02:: | definition=the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music | synonyms=part | examples=he tried to sing the tenor part

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 "voice" in the context: "his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice." The context is about a person's speech or tone revealing skepticism. The candidate senses include various meanings. Sense 1: "the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech" with example "A shrill voice sounded behind us". Sense 2: "the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds..." with example "a singer takes good care of his voice". Sense 3: "a sound suggestive of a vocal utterance" like waterfall. Sense 4: "expressing in coherent verbal form" with synonym "articulation" and example "I gave voice to my feelings". Sense 5: "a means or agency by which something is expressed or communicated" like "the voice of the law". Sense 6: "something suggestive of speech in being a medium of expression" like "voice of conscience". Sense 7: metonymy for singer. Sense 8: spokesperson. Sense 9: ability to speak. Sense 10: grammatical voice. Sense 11: musical part.

In the sentence, "showed in his face or voice" refers to the physical expression through facial expression or the tone/quality of his speech. This matches sense 1: the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech. It's about how he spoke revealing skepticism. Sense 2 is more about the physical sound production, but sense 1 is more about the quality that can convey emotion. Also sense 4 could be "expressing in coherent verbal form" but that is more about articulation of feelings, but here it's about the voice showing skepticism, not necessarily the words. The context says "his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice" meaning his tone or manner of speaking. So sense 1 is best. Verify: "a low voice, almost whispering" earlier in context, but that's a description of the man's voice, not Phil's. For Phil, it's about his own voice showing skepticism. So sense 1 seems correct.

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: become
Target surface form: became
Context:
He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then <t>became</t> sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=become%2:30:00:: | definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | synonyms=go, get | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news; It must be getting more serious
2. sense_key=become%2:42:01:: | definition=undergo a change or development | synonyms=turn | examples=The water turned into ice; Her former friend became her worst enemy
3. sense_key=become%2:42:00:: | definition=come into existence | examples=What becomes has duration
4. sense_key=become%2:42:03:: | definition=enhance the appearance of | synonyms=suit | examples=Mourning becomes Electra; This behavior doesn't suit you!

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 "become" with surface form "became" in the context. The sentence is: "Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody." The candidate senses are:

1. become%2:30:00:: - enter or assume a certain state or condition (synonyms: go, get). Example: "He became annoyed when he heard the bad news."
2. become%2:42:01:: - undergo a change or development (synonyms: turn). Example: "The water turned into ice; Her former friend became her worst enemy."
3. become%2:42:00:: - come into existence. Example: "What becomes has duration."
4. become%2:42:03:: - enhance the appearance of (synonyms: suit). Example: "Mourning becomes Electra; This behavior doesn't suit you!"

In context, "became sad and moody" means Pete entered a state of being sad and moody. This matches sense 1: "enter or assume a certain state or condition." The example "He became annoyed" is similar. Sense 2 is more about a transformation into something else (like water to ice), which could also apply but "sad and moody" is a state, not a transformation into a different entity. Sense 3 is about coming into existence, which is not quite right. Sense 4 is about suiting or enhancing appearance, which is clearly not the case.

Thus, the best sense is 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: sad
Target surface form: sad
Context:
He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became <t>sad</t> and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=sad%3:00:00:: | definition=experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness; ; - Christina Rossetti | examples=feeling sad because his dog had died; Better by far that you should forget and smile / Than that you should remember and be sad
2. sense_key=sad%5:00:00:sorrowful:00 | definition=of things that make you feel sad; ; ; ; - Christina Rossetti | examples=sad news; she doesn't like sad movies
3. sense_key=sad%5:00:00:bad:00 | definition=bad; unfortunate | synonyms=deplorable, distressing, lamentable, pitiful, sorry | examples=my finances were in a deplorable state; a lamentable decision

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 "sad" in the context. The sentence: "Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody." This describes Pete's emotional state after a conversation. Sense 1: "experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness" fits directly. Sense 2 is about things that make you sad, not a person being sad. Sense 3 is "bad; unfortunate" often used for situations. So sense 1 is correct.

provider: AkashML


[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: moody
Target surface form: moody
Context:
He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and <t>moody</t>. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=moody%5:00:00:ill-natured:00 | definition=showing a brooding ill humor; ; ; ; ; ; - Bruce Bliven | synonyms=dark, dour, glowering, glum, morose, saturnine | examples=a dark scowl; the proverbially dour New England Puritan
2. sense_key=moody%5:00:00:emotional:00 | definition=subject to sharply varying moods | synonyms=temperamental | examples=a temperamental opera singer

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: "Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody." The context shows that Pete becomes sad and moody after an interaction. The two candidate senses: 1) ill-natured, brooding ill humor; 2) subject to sharply varying moods (temperamental). The context says "became sad and moody" - this suggests a state of being sad and brooding, not necessarily varying moods. The synonyms for sense 1 include dour, glum, morose, saturnine, which align with sadness. Sense 2 is more about being temperamental, which might involve rapid shifts, but here it's a specific reaction of becoming sad and moody. Therefore, sense 1 is more appropriate. The answer 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: want
Target surface form: want
Context:
Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't <t>want</t> to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble. But there was no trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=want%2:37:00:: | definition=feel or have a desire for; want strongly | synonyms=desire | examples=I want to go home now; I want my own room
2. sense_key=want%2:34:00:: | definition=have need of | synonyms=need, require | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner
3. sense_key=want%2:35:00:: | definition=hunt or look for; want for a particular reason | examples=Your former neighbor is wanted by the FBI; Uncle Sam wants you
4. sense_key=want%2:31:01:: | definition=wish or demand the presence of | examples=I want you here at noon!
5. sense_key=want%2:42:01:: | definition=be without, lack; be deficient in | examples=want courtesy; want the strength to go on living

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 "want" in context: "Haney didn't <t>want</t> to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble."

The context is about Haney not having a desire to encourage the man's company. He feels obliged to buy a drink to avoid trouble, but his personal feeling is that he doesn't want to encourage it. This clearly indicates a lack of desire to do something. The most fitting sense is sense 1: "feel or have a desire for; want strongly". The example "I want to go home now" matches the structure "didn't want to encourage". Also the synonym "desire" fits.

Sense 2 is about need, like "this piano wants tuning" - it means requires. Not applicable here.

Sense 3 is about hunting or looking for, like "wanted by the FBI" - no.

Sense 4 is about demanding presence - "I want you here at noon" - not this.

Sense 5 is about lacking - "want courtesy" - not this.

Thus sense 1 is correct. The index for sense 1 is 1. So answer: {"sense_index": 1}.

provider: StreamLake


[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: company
Target surface form: company
Context:
Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his <t>company</t>, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble. But there was no trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
2. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
3. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society | examples=he missed their company; he enjoyed the society of his friends
4. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe | examples=the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel
5. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller | examples=the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company
6. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions | examples=the house was filled with company when I arrived
7. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
8. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship | synonyms=ship's company
9. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment | examples=a hook-and-ladder company

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 determine which sense of "company" fits the context. The context: Haney didn't want to encourage his <t>company</t>, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow. Here, "his company" refers to the man who asked Phil questions. So "company" means the person who is with him, a visitor or companion. Among the senses, sense 5: "a social or business visitor" (caller) fits. Also sense 3: "the state of being with someone" but that's more abstract, not a person. Sense 6: "a social gathering" doesn't fit because it's one person. Sense 7: "a band of people" doesn't fit. So best is sense 5.

provider: Baidu


[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: feel
Target surface form: felt
Context:
Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but <t>felt</t> he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble. But there was no trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=feel%2:37:00:: | definition=undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind | synonyms=experience | examples=She felt resentful; He felt regret
2. sense_key=feel%2:31:00:: | definition=come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=find | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious
3. sense_key=feel%2:39:00:: | definition=perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles | synonyms=sense | examples=He felt the wind; She felt an object brushing her arm
4. sense_key=feel%2:29:00:: | definition=be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state | examples=My cold is gone--I feel fine today; She felt tired after the long hike
5. sense_key=feel%2:31:01:: | definition=have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude | examples=She felt small and insignificant; You make me feel naked
6. sense_key=feel%2:39:01:: | definition=undergo passive experience of: | examples=We felt the effects of inflation; her fingers felt their way through the string quartet
7. sense_key=feel%2:42:00:: | definition=be felt or perceived in a certain way | examples=The ground feels shaky; The sheets feel soft
8. sense_key=feel%2:39:10:: | definition=grope or feel in search of something | examples=He felt for his wallet
9. sense_key=feel%2:35:00:: | definition=examine by touch | synonyms=finger | examples=Feel this soft cloth!; The customer fingered the sweater
10. sense_key=feel%2:35:01:: | definition=examine (a body part) by palpation | synonyms=palpate | examples=The nurse palpated the patient's stomach; The runner felt her pulse
11. sense_key=feel%2:40:00:: | definition=find by testing or cautious exploration | examples=He felt his way around the dark room
12. sense_key=feel%2:39:09:: | definition=produce a certain impression | examples=It feels nice to be home again
13. sense_key=feel%2:35:11:: | definition=pass one's hands over the sexual organs of | examples=He felt the girl in the movie theater

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 determine the correct sense of "felt" in the given context. The sentence: "Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble." Here "felt" is used to indicate a belief or judgment based on emotion or intuition, not a physical sensation. It's about coming to a belief. Sense 2: "come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds" fits well. The synonyms include "find". Example: "I feel that he doesn't like me". In context, Haney feels (believes) he ought to buy him a drink. So sense 2 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: buy
Target surface form: buy
Context:
Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to <t>buy</t> him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble. But there was no trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=buy%2:40:00:: | definition=obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction | synonyms=purchase | examples=The family purchased a new car; The conglomerate acquired a new company
2. sense_key=buy%2:40:02:: | definition=make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence | synonyms=bribe, corrupt, grease one's palms | examples=This judge can be bought
3. sense_key=buy%2:42:00:: | definition=be worth or be capable of buying | examples=This sum will buy you a ride on the train
4. sense_key=buy%2:40:03:: | definition=acquire by trade or sacrifice or exchange | examples=She wanted to buy his love with her dedication to him and his work
5. sense_key=buy%2:31:09:: | definition=accept as true | examples=I can't buy this story

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 "buy" in the context of a sentence: "Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to <t>buy</t> him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble." This is a straightforward use of "buy" meaning to purchase something, specifically a drink. So it fits sense 1: obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction. The other senses: bribe (2), be worth (3), acquire by trade or sacrifice (4), accept as true (5) do not fit. Therefore answer is 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: drink
Target surface form: drink
Context:
Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a <t>drink</t> anyhow, to prevent possible trouble. But there was no trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=drink%1:13:04:: | definition=a single serving of a beverage | examples=I asked for a hot drink; likes a drink before dinner
2. sense_key=drink%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | synonyms=drinking, boozing, drunkenness, crapulence | examples=drink was his downfall
3. sense_key=drink%1:13:00:: | definition=any liquid suitable for drinking | synonyms=beverage, drinkable, potable | examples=may I take your beverage order?
4. sense_key=drink%1:17:00:: | definition=any large deep body of water | examples=he jumped into the drink and had to be rescued
5. sense_key=drink%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of swallowing | synonyms=swallow, deglutition | examples=one swallow of the liquid was enough; he took a drink of his beer and smacked his lips

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 "drink" in the context. The context: "Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble." This is about buying someone a drink, presumably a beverage. The examples for sense 1: "I asked for a hot drink; likes a drink before dinner" - fits. Sense 2 is about drinking to excess, not relevant. Sense 3 is "any liquid suitable for drinking" but that's more general. Sense 4 is a body of water, not. Sense 5 is "the act of swallowing" - but here it's a noun meaning a single serving. The context says "buy him a drink" - that's a single serving. So sense 1 is best. Also, note that sense 1 is "a single serving of a beverage". That matches. So answer: {"sense_index": 1}.

provider: Wafer


[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: prevent
Target surface form: prevent
Context:
Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to <t>prevent</t> possible trouble. But there was no trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=prevent%2:41:01:: | definition=keep from happening or arising; make impossible | synonyms=forestall, foreclose, preclude, forbid | examples=My sense of tact forbids an honest answer; Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project
2. sense_key=prevent%2:41:00:: | definition=stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state | synonyms=keep | examples=We must prevent the cancer from spreading; His snoring kept me from falling asleep

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: "Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble." The target is "prevent". We need to choose between sense 1 and sense 2. Sense 1: "keep from happening or arising; make impossible" with synonyms forestall, foreclose, preclude, forbid. Sense 2: "stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state" with synonyms keep. In the context, "prevent possible trouble" means to keep trouble from happening. The object is "possible trouble", which is an event or situation, not a person or thing doing something. Sense 1 is about preventing an event from happening. Sense 2 is about stopping someone/something from doing something. The phrase "prevent trouble" fits sense 1: keep trouble from happening. Also, the example for sense 2 is "We must prevent the cancer from spreading" which is stopping something from doing an action. Here, trouble is not an agent doing an action; it's a state or event. So sense 1 is more appropriate. Therefore, answer is {"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: possible
Target surface form: possible
Context:
Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent <t>possible</t> trouble. But there was no trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=possible%3:00:00:: | definition=capable of happening or existing | examples=a breakthrough may be possible next year; anything is possible
2. sense_key=possible%3:00:04:: | definition=existing in possibility | synonyms=potential | examples=a potential problem; possible uses of nuclear power

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: "to prevent possible trouble." Here "possible" modifies "trouble" meaning trouble that could happen. Sense 1: "capable of happening or existing" - this fits, as it's about preventing trouble that might occur. Sense 2: "existing in possibility" with synonyms "potential" - also similar. But the example "a potential problem" is very close. However, sense 1's definition explicitly includes "capable of happening," which matches the preventive action. Sense 2 emphasizes existing in possibility, which might be slightly more abstract. In context, "possible trouble" means trouble that could arise, so both are close. But WordNet distinguishes: sense 1 is "capable of happening or existing" (e.g., a breakthrough may be possible), sense 2 is "existing in possibility" (potential). The phrase "possible trouble" is akin to "potential trouble." I think sense 2 might be more specific because it's about a latent possibility. However, the examples for sense 1 include "anything is possible," which is general. In many NLP WSD tasks, "possible" in "possible trouble" is often sense 1. But let's see the gloss: sense 2 gives synonym "potential" and example "a potential problem." That matches perfectly. The sentence "to prevent possible trouble" is exactly like "to prevent potential trouble." So sense 2 seems correct. However, we must choose one. I'll go with sense 2. But to be precise, the instruction says "choose the single best indexed sense." The indices are 1 and 2. So answer should be {"sense_index": 2} if sense 2 is chosen. Let's double-check: sense 1 is also plausible, but sense 2 has the synonym "potential" which aligns better. In WordNet 3.0, "possible" has these two senses. I'll choose 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: trouble
Target surface form: trouble
Context:
Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible <t>trouble</t>. But there was no trouble.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=trouble%1:09:00:: | definition=a source of difficulty | synonyms=problem | examples=one trouble after another delayed the job; what's the problem?
2. sense_key=trouble%1:11:01:: | definition=an angry disturbance | synonyms=fuss, bother, hassle | examples=he didn't want to make a fuss; they had labor trouble
3. sense_key=trouble%1:11:00:: | definition=an event causing distress or pain | examples=what is the trouble?; heart trouble
4. sense_key=trouble%1:04:02:: | definition=an effort that is inconvenient | synonyms=difficulty | examples=I went to a lot of trouble; he won without any trouble
5. sense_key=trouble%1:12:03:: | definition=a strong feeling of anxiety | synonyms=worry | examples=his worry over the prospect of being fired; it is not work but worry that kills
6. sense_key=trouble%1:26:02:: | definition=an unwanted pregnancy | examples=he got several girls in trouble

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: Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible <t>trouble</t>. But there was no trouble.

The target word "trouble" here is used in the sense of an angry disturbance or conflict. The context suggests that Haney is trying to avoid a potential altercation or unpleasant incident. Sense 2 says "an angry disturbance" with synonyms fuss, bother, hassle, and example "they had labor trouble." That fits. Sense 1 is "a source of difficulty" like a problem, but here it's more about a disturbance. Sense 3 is "an event causing distress or pain" but that's more general. Sense 4 is "an effort that is inconvenient" like going to a lot of trouble. Sense 5 is "a strong feeling of anxiety" like worry. Sense 6 is "an unwanted pregnancy" which doesn't fit. So sense 2 is best.

Thus answer: {"sense_index": 2}

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: trouble
Target surface form: trouble
Context:
He'd have to start going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble. But there was no <t>trouble</t>. The guy sulked over his drink, obviously upset by Haney's lack of appreciation.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=trouble%1:09:00:: | definition=a source of difficulty | synonyms=problem | examples=one trouble after another delayed the job; what's the problem?
2. sense_key=trouble%1:11:01:: | definition=an angry disturbance | synonyms=fuss, bother, hassle | examples=he didn't want to make a fuss; they had labor trouble
3. sense_key=trouble%1:11:00:: | definition=an event causing distress or pain | examples=what is the trouble?; heart trouble
4. sense_key=trouble%1:04:02:: | definition=an effort that is inconvenient | synonyms=difficulty | examples=I went to a lot of trouble; he won without any trouble
5. sense_key=trouble%1:12:03:: | definition=a strong feeling of anxiety | synonyms=worry | examples=his worry over the prospect of being fired; it is not work but worry that kills
6. sense_key=trouble%1:26:02:: | definition=an unwanted pregnancy | examples=he got several girls in trouble

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 there was no <t>trouble</t>. The guy sulked over his drink, obviously upset by Haney's lack of appreciation." The context is about possible trouble from the guy, but then it says there was no trouble. The guy just sulked. So the trouble here refers to an angry disturbance or a conflict. Sense 2: "an angry disturbance | synonyms=fuss, bother, hassle | examples=he didn't want to make a fuss; they had labor trouble" fits well. Sense 1 is a source of difficulty, but here it's about a disturbance. Sense 3 is an event causing distress, but more general. Sense 4 is an effort, sense 5 is anxiety, sense 6 is pregnancy. So best is sense 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: guy
Target surface form: guy
Context:
In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble. But there was no trouble. The <t>guy</t> sulked over his drink, obviously upset by Haney's lack of appreciation. To break the uncomfortable silence, Haney began to talk.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=guy%1:18:00:: | definition=an informal term for a youth or man | synonyms=cat, hombre, bozo | examples=a nice guy; the guy's only doing it for some doll
2. sense_key=guy%1:06:01:: | definition=an effigy of Guy Fawkes that is burned on a bonfire on Guy Fawkes Day
3. sense_key=guy%1:06:00:: | definition=a cable, wire, or rope that is used to brace something (especially a tent) | synonyms=guy cable, guy wire, guy rope

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: "Target lemma: guy" and "Target surface form: guy". Context: ... "The <t>guy</t> sulked over his drink..." So the word "guy" refers to a person. The candidate senses:
1. an informal term for a youth or man
2. an effigy of Guy Fawkes
3. a cable, wire, or rope used to brace something

Clearly, in the context, "guy" refers to a man. So sense 1 is the correct one. Sense 2 is about an effigy, sense 3 is about a rope. So answer: sense_index 1.

Return JSON: {"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: drink
Target surface form: drink
Context:
In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back. He made the mistake of answering in an offhand way, and instantly realized that his skepticism must have showed in his face or voice. Pete frowned slightly, then became sad and moody. Haney didn't want to encourage his company, but felt he ought to buy him a drink anyhow, to prevent possible trouble. But there was no trouble. The guy sulked over his <t>drink</t>, obviously upset by Haney's lack of appreciation. To break the uncomfortable silence, Haney began to talk.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=drink%1:13:04:: | definition=a single serving of a beverage | examples=I asked for a hot drink; likes a drink before dinner
2. sense_key=drink%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | synonyms=drinking, boozing, drunkenness, crapulence | examples=drink was his downfall
3. sense_key=drink%1:13:00:: | definition=any liquid suitable for drinking | synonyms=beverage, drinkable, potable | examples=may I take your beverage order?
4. sense_key=drink%1:17:00:: | definition=any large deep body of water | examples=he jumped into the drink and had to be rescued
5. sense_key=drink%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of swallowing | synonyms=swallow, deglutition | examples=one swallow of the liquid was enough; he took a drink of his beer and smacked his lips

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 there was no trouble. The guy sulked over his <t>drink</t>, obviously upset by Haney's lack of appreciation." The target word is "drink" and it appears as "his drink". The context is that the guy is sulking over his drink. This likely refers to a beverage that he has, not the act of drinking. Candidate senses:

1. drink%1:13:04:: | definition=a single serving of a beverage | examples=I asked for a hot drink; likes a drink before dinner
2. drink%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | synonyms=drinking, boozing, drunkenness, crapulence | examples=drink was his downfall
3. drink%1:13:00:: | definition=any liquid suitable for drinking | synonyms=beverage, drinkable, potable | examples=may I take your beverage order?
4. drink%1:17:00:: | definition=any large deep body of water | examples=he jumped into the drink and had to be rescued
5. drink%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of swallowing | synonyms=swallow, deglutition | examples=one swallow of the liquid was enough; he took a drink of his beer and smacked his lips

The phrase "sulked over his drink" suggests he is sitting with his beverage, likely a single serving. Sense 1 is "a single serving of a beverage". Sense 3 is "any liquid suitable for drinking" which is more general. Sense 1 seems more specific and fits: "his drink" implies a particular serving. Also the example "likes a drink before dinner" is similar. Sense 5 is an act, but "over his drink" means over the beverage, not the act. So best is sense 1.

Therefore, output {"sense_index": 1}.