[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: country
Target surface form: countries
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 <t>countries</t> and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

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 surface form: countries" in context: "taken in 18 <t>countries</t>". The context discusses Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries. These are political entities (nations). Sense 1: "a politically organized body of people under a single government" fits well. Sense 2: "the territory occupied by a nation" also possible but the poll is taken in countries as political entities, not just territories. Sense 3: "the people who live in a nation or country" – the poll is taken in countries, meaning the nation as a whole. However, the reference is to the polling being conducted in 18 countries, which likely means the political entities. Sense 4 is rural area, not fitting. Sense 5 is a region, but "countries" here are clearly sovereign states. Among senses 1 and 2, sense 1 seems more appropriate as it emphasizes the political organization. The example for sense 2 includes "he visited several European countries" which is similar. But sense 1's synonyms include "state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic". The context says "in 18 countries" – these are nations/states. WordNet often has sense 1 as the primary sense for "country" meaning nation. I lean towards sense 1. However, note that sense 2 is specifically "territory occupied by a nation". The poll is taken across the territory, but the reference is to the countries as units. I think sense 1 is best. Also sense 3: "the people" – the poll is taken among people in the countries, but the phrase "in 18 countries" refers to the locations, not the people themselves. So sense 1 or 2. Considering the example for sense 2: "he visited several European countries" – that's analogous to "taken in 18 countries". But sense 1's example: "the state has elected a new president" uses "state" synonym. The context is about a poll taken in countries, which are political entities. The poll measures attitudes, so it's about the political bodies. I think sense 1 is more precise. However, I'll double-check: WordNet sense 1: "a politically organized body of people under a single government" – this is the nation as a political entity. Sense 2: "the territory occupied by a nation" – more geographical. The poll is conducted across the territory, but the phrase "in 18 countries" typically means the nation-states. I'll choose sense 1.


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: poll
Target surface form: poll
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the <t>poll</t> has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=poll%1:09:00:: | definition=an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people | synonyms=opinion poll, public opinion poll, canvass
2. sense_key=poll%1:08:01:: | definition=the top of the head | synonyms=pate, crown
3. sense_key=poll%1:08:02:: | definition=the part of the head between the ears
4. sense_key=poll%1:05:00:: | definition=a tame parrot | synonyms=poll parrot
5. sense_key=poll%1:04:00:: | definition=the counting of votes (as in an election)

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

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
We are given a target lemma "poll" in context. The context discusses a Latinobarómetro poll, which is a survey of public opinion. The sentence: "Because the <t>poll</strong> has been taken regularly since 1995..." It clearly refers to an inquiry into public opinion. The candidate senses are:

1. sense_key=poll%1:09:00:: - an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people (opinion poll, public opinion poll, canvass)
2. sense_key=poll%1:08:01:: - the top of the head (pate, crown)
3. sense_key=poll%1:08:02:: - the part of the head between the ears
4. sense_key=poll%1:05:00:: - a tame parrot (poll parrot)
5. sense_key=poll%1:04:00:: - the counting of votes (as in an election)

The context is about a public opinion survey, not about the head or a parrot or counting votes (though counting votes is related but not exactly - it's an opinion poll, not an election vote count). The best sense is sense 1.

Thus, the answer should be {"sense_index": 1}.

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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: change
Target surface form: changes
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks <t>changes</t> in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=change%1:11:00:: | definition=an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another | synonyms=alteration, modification | examples=the change was intended to increase sales; this storm is certainly a change for the worse
2. sense_key=change%1:24:00:: | definition=a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event | examples=he attributed the change to their marriage
3. sense_key=change%1:04:00:: | definition=the action of changing something | examples=the change of government had no impact on the economy; his change on abortion cost him the election
4. sense_key=change%1:19:00:: | definition=the result of alteration or modification | examples=there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs; there had been no change in the mountains
5. sense_key=change%1:21:02:: | definition=the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due | examples=I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change
6. sense_key=change%1:06:01:: | definition=a thing that is different | examples=he inspected several changes before selecting one
7. sense_key=change%1:06:00:: | definition=a different or fresh set of clothes | examples=she brought a change in her overnight bag
8. sense_key=change%1:21:01:: | definition=coins of small denomination regarded collectively | examples=he had a pocketful of change
9. sense_key=change%1:21:03:: | definition=money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency | examples=he got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver
10. sense_key=change%1:07:00:: | definition=a difference that is usually pleasant | synonyms=variety | examples=he goes to France for variety; it is a refreshing change to meet a woman mechanic

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 "changes" in the context: "Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region." The word "changes" here refers to shifts or alterations in attitudes over time. The poll tracks these changes. This is about events where something passes from one state to another, or the result of alteration. Among the candidate senses, sense 1 is "an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another" with synonyms alteration, modification. Sense 2 is "a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event". Sense 3 is "the action of changing something". Sense 4 is "the result of alteration or modification". The context is about tracking changes in attitude, which are the results or events of attitudes shifting. The phrase "tracks changes" suggests monitoring the occurrences of change. Sense 1 seems most appropriate: "an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another". The example "the change was intended to increase sales" fits. Sense 2 is more about the difference itself, but the context is about tracking the events. Sense 4 is about the result, but the word "changes" here is plural and refers to the instances of change. I think sense 1 is best. Also note that sense 1 has synonyms alteration, modification, which align with changes in attitude. So I'll choose sense 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: attitude
Target surface form: attitude
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in <t>attitude</t> across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=attitude%1:09:00:: | definition=a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways | synonyms=mental attitude | examples=he had the attitude that work was fun
2. sense_key=attitude%1:07:01:: | definition=the arrangement of the body and its limbs | synonyms=position, posture | examples=he assumed an attitude of surrender
3. sense_key=attitude%1:04:00:: | definition=a theatrical pose created for effect | examples=the actor struck just the right attitude
4. sense_key=attitude%1:24:00:: | definition=position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion)

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 "attitude" in context. The context discusses a poll tracking changes in attitude across a region, referring to beliefs, feelings, and values about democracy, crime, etc. This clearly matches sense 1: "a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways". The other senses are about physical posture or aircraft orientation, which do not fit. So the best sense is 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: thing
Target surface form: things
Context:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related <t>things</t> stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=thing%1:26:00:: | definition=a special situation | examples=this thing has got to end; it is a remarkable thing
2. sense_key=thing%1:04:00:: | definition=an action | examples=how could you do such a thing?
3. sense_key=thing%1:09:00:: | definition=a special abstraction | examples=a thing of the spirit; things of the heart
4. sense_key=thing%1:06:00:: | definition=an artifact | examples=how does this thing work?
5. sense_key=thing%1:11:00:: | definition=an event | examples=a funny thing happened on the way to the...
6. sense_key=thing%1:09:02:: | definition=a vaguely specified concern | synonyms=matter, affair | examples=several matters to attend to; it is none of your affair
7. sense_key=thing%1:10:00:: | definition=a statement regarded as an object | examples=to say the same thing in other terms; how can you say such a thing?
8. sense_key=thing%1:06:01:: | definition=an entity that is not named specifically | examples=I couldn't tell what the thing was
9. sense_key=thing%1:07:00:: | definition=any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence | examples=the thing I like about her is ...
10. sense_key=thing%1:09:01:: | definition=a special objective | examples=the thing is to stay in bounds
11. sense_key=thing%1:12:00:: | definition=a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion | examples=he has a thing about seafood; she has a thing about him
12. sense_key=thing%1:03:00:: | definition=a separate and self-contained entity

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 "things" in the sentence: "Two related <t>things</t> stand out in the results of this year's poll..." The context discusses findings from a poll, and "things" refers to specific findings or items that stand out. The sentence says "Two related things stand out... The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood." So it's referring to two specific matters or concerns that are notable. The candidate sense that fits best is sense 6: "a vaguely specified concern" with synonyms matter, affair. The example: "several matters to attend to" aligns with "things" as matters or issues. Other senses like "a special situation" (1) or "an action" (2) don't fit well. Sense 12 ("a separate and self-contained entity") could be possible, but sense 6 is more specific to concerns. The context is about findings from a poll, so they are matters or concerns. Thus, sense index 6.


[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: result
Target surface form: results
Context:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the <t>results</t> of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=result%1:19:00:: | definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | synonyms=consequence, effect, outcome, event, issue, upshot | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise; his decision had depressing consequences for business
2. sense_key=result%1:10:00:: | definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | synonyms=solution, answer, resolution, solvent | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution; the answers were in the back of the book
3. sense_key=result%1:11:00:: | definition=something that results | synonyms=resultant, final result, outcome, termination | examples=he listened for the results on the radio
4. sense_key=result%1:10:01:: | definition=the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause | synonyms=resultant role

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 "results" in the context: "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll". The word "results" here refers to the findings or outcomes of the poll. Sense 1 is about a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon. That fits well: the poll results are the outcome of the polling process. Sense 3 is "something that results" with example "he listened for the results on the radio". That also fits. But note the definition: "something that results" is very general. Sense 1 has more specific synonyms like consequence, effect, outcome. The context is about poll results, which are the outcome of the poll. Sense 3's example also uses "results" in a similar way (listening for results on radio). Both are plausible. However, sense 1 emphasizes causality ("caused by some previous phenomenon"), which is less direct here. Sense 3 is more generic. In WordNet, sense 1 is the most common for "result" as a noun meaning outcome. Sense 3 is also common. But looking at the sentence: "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll" - the results are the data/findings. That is best captured by sense 1 (outcome). Also, sense 3's definition "something that results" is vague. Given the examples, sense 1 has "the magnetic effect was greater" which is about effect, and sense 3 has "he listened for the results on the radio" which is about results of a competition or event. Poll results are more like outcomes. I think sense 1 is more precise. But careful: the candidate senses: 1,2,3,4. Sense 2 is about a solution, not applicable. Sense 4 is a semantic role, not applicable. So between 1 and 3, I lean towards 1. However, let's see the exact wording: "results" is plural, and sense 1 is defined as "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon" - that is singular, but can be used in plural. Sense 3 is "something that results" - also singular. Both can be plural. The example for sense 3 is "he listened for the results on the radio" which is a common usage. Many WordNet senses overlap. I think the best is sense 1 because it captures the cause-effect relationship (poll causes results). But sense 3 is also plausible. To decide, note that the context says "results of this year's poll" - the poll yields results, which are the findings. That is essentially the outcome. I'll go with sense 1. But let's see if there is any nuance: "Two related things stand out in the results" - the word "results" here refers to the data or findings, not necessarily as a consequence of the poll but as the product. Sense 3 explicitly says "something that results" and the example is about listening to results (e.g., election results). That seems very similar. Actually, the example for sense 3 is exactly about results of an event. Poll results are akin to election results. So sense 3 might be more appropriate. In WordNet, sense 3 is labeled as "something that results" and sense 1 is more general. I recall that in WordNet, the noun "result" has multiple senses. Often, "result" as in "the result of an election" is sense 3. Let me think: In the Princeton WordNet, sense 1 (consequence, effect) is the most frequent. But sense 3 is also common. I need to choose one. The instruction says "use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms". In the context, "results" refers to the poll's findings. The synonyms for sense 1: consequence, effect, outcome, event, issue, upshot. For sense 3: resultant, final result, outcome, termination. Both have "outcome". However, "termination" is less fitting. "Final result" is a subtype. I think sense 3 is more specific to the idea of a final outcome like a score or poll number. Sense 1 is more about a general phenomenon caused by something. For a poll, the results are the data that come out, not necessarily a "phenomenon". I think sense 3 is better. Also, the example for sense 3 directly uses "results" in a similar context (listening for results on the radio, which could be election results). So I'll go with sense index 3.

Thus, answer: {"sense_index": 3

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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: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this <t>year</t>'s poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

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 best sense for "year" in the context: "Two related things stand out in the results of this <t>year</t>'s poll". The poll is taken annually, and "this year's poll" refers to the poll for the current calendar year (presumably 2017 or whatever the year of the article). The context mentions "taken in September and early October", which is a specific period within the calendar year. The sense should be the general period of time containing 365 days (sense 1) because it refers to the current calendar year. Sense 2 is "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity" like a school year, but here it's not a specific activity period, just the year in which the poll was taken. Sense 3 is about planetary revolution, not applicable. Sense 4 is a body of students, not applicable. So sense 1 is best. However, note that the example "in the year 1920" aligns with "this year's poll" as a specific year. Therefore, sense_index 1.

But wait: The instructions say "Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}". We need to output the index. So answer should be {"sense_index": 1}.

Double-check: The context says "this year's poll" - meaning the poll conducted in the current year. That's the calendar year. So 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: poll
Target surface form: poll
Context:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's <t>poll</t>, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=poll%1:09:00:: | definition=an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people | synonyms=opinion poll, public opinion poll, canvass
2. sense_key=poll%1:08:01:: | definition=the top of the head | synonyms=pate, crown
3. sense_key=poll%1:08:02:: | definition=the part of the head between the ears
4. sense_key=poll%1:05:00:: | definition=a tame parrot | synonyms=poll parrot
5. sense_key=poll%1:04:00:: | definition=the counting of votes (as in an election)

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

reasoning_content:
We are given the target word "poll" in context. The context describes a survey (Latinobarómetro poll) that tracks attitudes. This clearly refers to an inquiry into public opinion. Sense 1 matches: "an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people". The synonyms include "opinion poll". So the best sense is sense 1.

Thus answer: {"sense_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: mood
Target surface form: mood
Context:
Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny <t>mood</t>. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=mood%1:12:00:: | definition=a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling | synonyms=temper, humor, humour | examples=whether he praised or cursed me depended on his temper at the time; he was in a bad humor
2. sense_key=mood%1:26:00:: | definition=the prevailing psychological state | synonyms=climate | examples=the climate of opinion; the national mood had changed radically since the last election
3. sense_key=mood%1:24:00:: | definition=verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker | synonyms=mode, modality

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 "mood" in the context. The context talks about Latin America's fairly sunny mood, referring to a general feeling or state of feeling in the region. This aligns with sense 1: "a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling" - synonyms temper, humor. But note sense 2: "the prevailing psychological state" with synonym climate, example "the national mood had changed radically since the last election" also fits. However, the context says "Latin America's fairly sunny mood" - it's about a collective state of feeling, which could be either sense 1 or 2. Sense 1 includes "habitual or relatively temporary state of feeling" and examples are about individual temper. Sense 2 is specifically "the prevailing psychological state" with example about national mood. Given the context is about a region's mood from a poll, it's more about the prevailing psychological state of the population. Also sense 3 is grammatical mood, irrelevant. So sense 2 seems more appropriate. But let's check the examples: sense 2 example: "the national mood had changed radically since the last election" exactly matches the context of a poll tracking changes in attitude. Therefore sense 2 is best.

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

[User]
Target lemma: second
Target surface form: second
Context:
And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The <t>second</t> is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=second%5:00:00:ordinal:00 | definition=coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude | synonyms=2nd, 2d
2. sense_key=second%3:00:00:: | definition=a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first | examples=second flute; the second violins

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 "second" with a surface form "second" in a context. The context is about a poll and two things that stand out: the first is a sunny mood, and the <t>second</t> is the increasing stability of attitudes. Clearly, "second" here is used as an ordinal adjective meaning "coming next after the first" in a list or sequence. It is not referring to a musical part or instrument. Therefore, sense 1 is correct. The answer should be {"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: stability
Target surface form: stability
Context:
And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing <t>stability</t> of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=stability%1:07:00:: | definition=the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast | synonyms=stableness
2. sense_key=stability%1:26:00:: | definition=a stable order (especially of society)
3. sense_key=stability%1:07:01:: | definition=the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation | synonyms=constancy | examples=early mariners relied on the constancy of the trade winds

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 "stability" in the context. The context: "the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions." This talks about attitudes not changing, being stable. Sense 1: "the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast" - could fit but maybe not exactly. Sense 2: "a stable order (especially of society)" - this is about societal order, but here it's about attitudes, not society order. Sense 3: "the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation" with synonyms constancy. That seems most appropriate: attitudes are enduring, not changing. The example "early mariners relied on the constancy of the trade winds" is about something unchanging. So sense 3 fits. Also note "stability" here is a noun, and it's about attitudes. So best is sense 3.

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: attitude
Target surface form: attitudes
Context:
And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of <t>attitudes</t> towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=attitude%1:09:00:: | definition=a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways | synonyms=mental attitude | examples=he had the attitude that work was fun
2. sense_key=attitude%1:07:01:: | definition=the arrangement of the body and its limbs | synonyms=position, posture | examples=he assumed an attitude of surrender
3. sense_key=attitude%1:04:00:: | definition=a theatrical pose created for effect | examples=the actor struck just the right attitude
4. sense_key=attitude%1:24:00:: | definition=position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion)

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 "attitude" with surface form "attitudes" in context. The context discusses a poll tracking changes in attitude across a region, and specifically mentions "the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions." The sense here refers to mental states, beliefs, feelings, and values. That matches sense 1: "a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways" with synonyms "mental attitude". The other senses are about body posture (2), theatrical pose (3), and aircraft orientation (4). Clearly the context is about public opinion, not physical posture. So the best sense is index 1. Return JSON with 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: institution
Target surface form: institutions
Context:
And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core <t>institutions</t>. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=institution%1:14:00:: | definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose | synonyms=establishment
2. sense_key=institution%1:06:00:: | definition=an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated
3. sense_key=institution%1:09:00:: | definition=a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society | examples=the institution of marriage; the institution of slavery
4. sense_key=institution%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new | synonyms=initiation, founding, foundation, origination, creation, innovation | examples=she looked forward to her initiation as an adult; the foundation of a new scientific society
5. sense_key=institution%1:06:01:: | definition=a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person | synonyms=mental hospital, psychiatric hospital, mental institution, mental home, insane asylum, asylum

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 about Latin America's attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. The word "institutions" here likely refers to the fundamental structures and organizations of a democratic society, such as courts, legislatures, etc. Among the senses, sense 1 is "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose" (synonyms establishment). Sense 2 is a building. Sense 3 is "a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society" with examples "the institution of marriage; the institution of slavery". Sense 4 is the act of starting something. Sense 5 is a mental hospital.

The context talks about attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. In political discourse, "institutions" often means the established organizations and mechanisms of governance, like the rule of law, democratic processes, etc. This aligns with sense 1 (organizations) or sense 3 (customs). However, sense 1 is more about specific organizations, while sense 3 is about customs that are long-standing features. The phrase "core institutions" of democracy suggests both organizations (like parliaments, courts) and customs (like elections, rule of law). But WordNet sense 1 explicitly says "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose" with synonym "establishment", which fits well. Sense 3 is more about social customs like marriage. In the context of democracy, "institutions" often refer to organizations, not just customs. The examples for sense 3 are "the institution of marriage; the institution of slavery", which are social institutions, not political ones. The poll tracks attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions, likely meaning the formal structures. I think sense 1 is the best fit. Also, sense 1 has the synonym "establishment" which can refer to organizational entities. Therefore, I choose 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: support
Target surface form: Support
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. <t>Support</t> for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=support%1:04:04:: | definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times
2. sense_key=support%1:04:00:: | definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support
3. sense_key=support%1:09:00:: | definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed
4. sense_key=support%1:04:03:: | definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | synonyms=reinforcement, reenforcement | examples=they called for artillery support
5. sense_key=support%1:04:02:: | definition=documentary validation | synonyms=documentation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent; the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones
6. sense_key=support%1:21:00:: | definition=the financial means whereby one lives | synonyms=keep, livelihood, living, bread and butter, sustenance | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support
7. sense_key=support%1:06:01:: | definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. sense_key=support%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | synonyms=supporting | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
9. sense_key=support%1:10:01:: | definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts | synonyms=accompaniment, musical accompaniment, backup
10. sense_key=support%1:06:00:: | definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
11. sense_key=support%1:21:01:: | definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

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

reasoning_content: We are given a context where "Support" for democracy has risen in several countries. The word "support" here refers to the favorable attitude or approval towards democracy. It is not about financial support, physical support, or military support. The sense should be about immaterial assistance or backing. Among the noun senses, sense 3 is "something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest" with example "the policy found little public support". This matches well. Sense 2 is about aiding the cause or policy or interests, but that seems more active. Sense 3 specifically mentions immaterial assistance. Given the context, "support for democracy" is about public opinion and approval, which is immaterial. So sense 3 is the 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: country
Target surface form: countries
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several <t>countries</t> on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

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 "country" with surface form "countries" in context. The context is about Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries, and later "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America". The poll tracks attitudes across the region, and support for democracy has risen in several countries. The context clearly refers to nations or states, i.e., politically organized bodies. Let's examine each sense:

1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

The context: "taken in 18 countries", "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America". These are clearly sovereign states (nations). The focus is on the political entities. Sense 1 best matches: "a politically organized body of people under a single government". Sense 2 is about territory, the land area, but the context is about the countries themselves as political entities (the poll is taken in countries, and support for democracy varies by country). Sense 3 is about the people, but here the poll is about attitudes in countries, and "countries" likely means the nations as political units, not just the people. The examples for sense 1 include "African nations". Sense 2's example "he visited several European countries" could also fit, but the definition is "the territory occupied by a nation". In context, "18 countries" refers to the nations themselves, not just their territories. Also, "countries on the Pacific rim" refers to nations. So sense 1 is more appropriate. Sense 3: "the people who live in a nation or country" - the poll measures attitudes of people, but the poll is taken in countries, meaning the political entities. The phrase "support for democracy has risen in several countries" means within those nations, not that the people themselves rose. So sense 1 is best.

Thus, the best sense index is 1.

Return JSON with sense_index: 1.

provider: SiliconFlow


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

[User]
Target lemma: south_america
Target surface form: South America
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of <t>South America</t> (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=south_america%1:17:00:: | definition=a continent in the western hemisphere connected to North America by the Isthmus of Panama
2. sense_key=south_america%1:14:00:: | definition=the nations of the South American continent collectively | examples=South America is an important market for goods from the United States

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

reasoning_content: We need to choose between sense 1 (continent) and sense 2 (nations collectively). The context: "Pacific rim of South America" and then talking about countries like Peru. It refers to the geographical region, but specifically the nations on the Pacific rim. However, "Pacific rim of South America" is a geographical area, and then it says "see table 1" and mentions Peru. The sense 2 is "the nations of the South American continent collectively" with example "South America is an important market". Here, it's talking about a subset of nations (Pacific rim) and their attitudes. It's not just the geographical continent, but the countries. The phrase "Pacific rim of South America" uses South America as a continent, but the discussion is about countries. However, WordNet sense 1 is the continent, sense 2 is the nations collectively. In context, "South America" refers to the continent (geographical region) but the focus is on the countries within it. The example for sense 2 uses "South America" as a market, which is a collective of nations. The poll covers 18 countries, and "Pacific rim of South America" means the part of the continent that borders the Pacific. This seems more geographical, but the context is about countries. The best fit is sense 1 because it's a geographical reference: "Pacific rim of South America" - that's a physical region. However, the phrase "in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America" could be interpreted as "the Pacific rim of the continent". I think sense 1 is more direct. But let's see: "the nations of the South American continent collectively" - that would be referring to South America as a whole, not a part. Here it's a part. So sense 1 is better. 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: table
Target surface form: table
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see <t>table</t> 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=table%1:14:00:: | definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | synonyms=tabular array | examples=see table 1
2. sense_key=table%1:06:01:: | definition=a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs | examples=it was a sturdy table
3. sense_key=table%1:06:02:: | definition=a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it | examples=I reserved a table at my favorite restaurant
4. sense_key=table%1:17:00:: | definition=flat tableland with steep edges | synonyms=mesa | examples=the tribe was relatively safe on the mesa but they had to descend into the valley for water
5. sense_key=table%1:14:01:: | definition=a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game | examples=he entertained the whole table with his witty remarks
6. sense_key=table%1:13:01:: | definition=food or meals in general | synonyms=board | examples=she sets a fine table; room and board

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 "table" in the context: "see <t>table</t> 1". The context is about a poll and results, and it says "see table 1". This clearly refers to a data table, i.e., a set of data arranged in rows and columns. The example for sense 1 is "see table 1", which matches exactly. So sense 1 is correct. The JSON should have "sense_index": 1.

provider: Alibaba


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

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a <t>year</t> since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

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 "year" in the context: "economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002". This refers to a period of 12 months, a general unit of time. Sense 1 is "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" which matches "a year" as a unit. Sense 2 is for a particular activity like school year. Sense 3 is planetary revolution. Sense 4 is a body of students. The context is about economic growth averaging per year, so sense 1 is appropriate. Thus sense_index 1.

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: support
Target surface form: support
Context:
Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, <t>support</t> for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=support%1:04:04:: | definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times
2. sense_key=support%1:04:00:: | definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support
3. sense_key=support%1:09:00:: | definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed
4. sense_key=support%1:04:03:: | definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | synonyms=reinforcement, reenforcement | examples=they called for artillery support
5. sense_key=support%1:04:02:: | definition=documentary validation | synonyms=documentation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent; the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones
6. sense_key=support%1:21:00:: | definition=the financial means whereby one lives | synonyms=keep, livelihood, living, bread and butter, sustenance | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support
7. sense_key=support%1:06:01:: | definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. sense_key=support%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | synonyms=supporting | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
9. sense_key=support%1:10:01:: | definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts | synonyms=accompaniment, musical accompaniment, backup
10. sense_key=support%1:06:00:: | definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
11. sense_key=support%1:21:01:: | definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

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 "support" in the context: "Support for democracy has risen noticeably..." and "support for democracy" refers to approval or backing of democracy as a political system. Looking at the senses:

1. sense_key=support%1:04:04:: - provision of money/necessities. Not matching.
2. sense_key=support%1:04:00:: - aiding the cause or policy or interests. This fits: "the president no longer has the support of his own party" example. "Support for democracy" is aiding the cause/democracy.
3. sense_key=support%1:09:00:: - something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest. Also similar, but sense 2 is more about aiding a cause/policy. The example "the policy found little public support" is exactly like democracy support. Both 2 and 3 seem close. Sense 2 is "aiding the cause or policy or interests" vs sense 3 "something providing immaterial assistance". The context is about attitude, approval. Sense 2's example includes "support of his own party" which is similar. Sense 3's example "the policy found little public support" is also very close. WordNet often has overlapping senses. But sense 2's definition explicitly mentions "cause or policy or interests", which directly fits democracy as a cause/policy. Sense 3 is more general immaterial assistance. I think sense 2 is the best.

Check other senses: 4 military, 5 documentation, 6 living means, 7 structure, 8 act of bearing weight, 9 musical, 10 device, 11 financial resources. None fit.

Thus sense index 2.

Return {"sense_index": 2}


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

[User]
Target lemma: low
Target surface form: low
Context:
Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a <t>low</t> of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=low%1:26:00:: | definition=an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation | synonyms=depression | examples=a low moved in over night bringing sleet and snow
2. sense_key=low%1:18:00:: | definition=British political cartoonist (born in New Zealand) who created the character Colonel Blimp (1891-1963) | synonyms=David Low, Sir David Low, Sir David Alexander Cecil Low
3. sense_key=low%1:07:00:: | definition=a low level or position or degree | examples=the stock market fell to a new low
4. sense_key=low%1:06:00:: | definition=the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving | synonyms=first gear, first, low gear

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 "low" in the context of a sentence: "support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year." The word "low" here refers to a low level or degree (a minimum value). This matches sense 3: "a low level or position or degree" with example "the stock market fell to a new low." The other senses are about air mass (1), a political cartoonist (2), and a gear ratio (4). Clearly, sense 3 is correct. So answer: {"sense_index": 3}.


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

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this <t>year</t>. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

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 "year" in the context. The target surface form is "year" in the phrase "this <t>year</t>" at the end. The context: "Support for democracy has risen... from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year." Here "this year" refers to the current year (likely 2005? Actually the poll was taken in September and early October of some year; context says "this year's poll" earlier. The specific sentence: "from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year." So "this year" refers to a specific calendar year, not a school year or a class. It's a period of 365 days. The sense 1 is "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" with examples "she is 4 years old; in the year 1920". That fits. Sense 2 is "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity" like a school year - not relevant. Sense 3 is about planetary revolution - not relevant. Sense 4 is a body of students - not relevant. So best 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: economy
Target surface form: economy
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the <t>economy</t> has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=economy%1:14:00:: | definition=the system of production and distribution and consumption | synonyms=economic system
2. sense_key=economy%1:09:01:: | definition=the efficient use of resources | examples=economy of effort
3. sense_key=economy%1:07:00:: | definition=frugality in the expenditure of money or resources | synonyms=thriftiness | examples=the Scots are famous for their economy
4. sense_key=economy%1:04:00:: | definition=an act of economizing; reduction in cost | synonyms=saving | examples=it was a small economy to walk to work every day; there was a saving of 50 cents

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: "It also rose in Mexico, where the <t>economy</strong> has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year." The context discusses economic growth, output, and recovery. The word "economy" here refers to the system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in a country. That matches sense 1: "the system of production and distribution and consumption". The other senses (efficient use of resources, frugality, act of economizing) do not fit the context of a national economy recovering from a drop in output. So 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: drop
Target surface form: drop
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big <t>drop</t> in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=drop%1:25:00:: | definition=a shape that is spherical and small | synonyms=bead, pearl | examples=he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops; beads of sweat on his forehead
2. sense_key=drop%1:23:00:: | definition=a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid); ; ; ; --Kipling | synonyms=drib, driblet | examples=he had a drop too much to drink; a drop of each sample was analyzed
3. sense_key=drop%1:07:00:: | definition=a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity | synonyms=dip, fall, free fall | examples=a drop of 57 points on the Dow Jones index; there was a drop in pressure in the pulmonary artery
4. sense_key=drop%1:17:00:: | definition=a steep high face of rock | synonyms=cliff, drop-off | examples=he stood on a high cliff overlooking the town; a steep drop
5. sense_key=drop%1:15:00:: | definition=a predetermined hiding place for the deposit and distribution of illicit goods (such as drugs or stolen property)
6. sense_key=drop%1:11:00:: | definition=a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity | synonyms=fall | examples=it was a miracle that he survived the drop from that height
7. sense_key=drop%1:06:01:: | definition=a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage from the flies; often used as background scenery | synonyms=drop curtain, drop cloth
8. sense_key=drop%1:06:00:: | definition=a central depository where things can be left or picked up
9. sense_key=drop%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of dropping something | examples=they expected the drop would be successful

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 WSD on the word "drop" in the given context. The sentence: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big <t>drop</t> in output last year." The target is "drop". We need to choose the best sense from the candidate senses.

Let's examine the context: "suffering a big drop in output" refers to a decrease in economic output. So it's about a decrease, a sharp decline. Sense 3 is "a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity" with synonyms dip, fall, free fall, and example "a drop of 57 points on the Dow Jones index" and "there was a drop in pressure". That matches perfectly. Sense 2 is about a small quantity of liquid, not relevant. Others are about shapes, cliffs, hiding places, etc. So sense 3 is correct.

Thus output: {"sense_index": 3}


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

[User]
Target lemma: output
Target surface form: output
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in <t>output</t> last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=output%1:06:00:: | definition=final product; the things produced | synonyms=end product
2. sense_key=output%1:04:00:: | definition=production of a certain amount | synonyms=yield
3. sense_key=output%1:10:02:: | definition=signal that comes out of an electronic system | synonyms=output signal
4. sense_key=output%1:23:00:: | definition=the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) | synonyms=yield, production | examples=production was up in the second quarter
5. sense_key=output%1:06:01:: | definition=what is produced in a given time period | synonyms=outturn, turnout

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 "output" in the context: "the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year." The context is about economic output, production, amount produced. Candidate senses:
1. final product; things produced (synonyms: end product) - seems more concrete physical products.
2. production of a certain amount (synonyms: yield) - generic.
3. signal from electronic system - not relevant.
4. the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) (synonyms: yield, production; example: production was up in the second quarter) - this fits well: a drop in output meaning a drop in production quantity.
5. what is produced in a given time period (synonyms: outturn, turnout) - similar to 4 but slightly different.

Between 2, 4, and 5, sense 4 has the example "production was up in the second quarter" which matches the economic context. Sense 2 is "production of a certain amount" but that seems more like the act of producing a specific amount. Sense 5 is "what is produced in a given time period" which is also plausible. However, sense 4 explicitly includes "quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created" and the example is very similar to the context. Sense 1 might also be possible but "final product" is more concrete. In economic contexts, "output" often refers to the total production quantity. I think sense 4 is best.

Thus, answer: {"sense_index": 4}

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: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last <t>year</t>. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

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

raw_output:
We need to choose the best sense for "year" in the context. The target word appears in "last <t>year</t>" in the sentence: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year."

The context is about a poll and economic data. "Last year" refers to the previous calendar year, a period of 365 days. Sense 1 is "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" with synonyms "twelvemonth, yr" and example "in the year 1920". That fits. Sense 2 is for a particular activity like school year, not relevant. Sense 3 is about planetary revolution, not relevant. Sense 4 is about a graduating class, not relevant. So sense 1 is best.

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


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

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last <t>year</t>. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

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]
We need to choose the best sense for "year" in the context. The target word appears in "last <t>year</t>" in the sentence: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year."

The context is about a poll and economic data. "Last year" refers to the previous calendar year, a period of 365 days. Sense 1 is "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" with synonyms "twelvemonth, yr" and example "in the year 1920". That fits. Sense 2 is for a particular activity like school year, not relevant. Sense 3 is about planetary revolution, not relevant. Sense 4 is about a graduating class, not relevant. So sense 1 is best.

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

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 4. Return only valid JSON exactly like {"sense_index": 1}.

reasoning_content: The assistant's previous response incorrectly output the JSON with sense_index 1, but the human says it was invalid. Perhaps the human expects a different index? Let me re-read the context: "last <t>year</t>" - this is clearly a calendar year, so sense 1 is correct. But maybe the human is testing something? Alternatively, maybe the target word "year" appears elsewhere: "since 2002" and "6% a year" and "this year" and "last year". All are calendar years. Sense 1 is the most appropriate. The assistant's answer was {"sense_index": 1}. The human says it was invalid. Could it be that the assistant must not output the sense key but just the index? The instruction says "Do not answer with a WordNet sense key" and "Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}". The assistant did that. So why invalid? Possibly because the human wants a different sense? Let's check sense 2: "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity" - this could be interpreted as "school year" but the context is about a poll, economic data, not a school year. So not that. Sense 3: planetary revolution - no. Sense 4: class of graduates - no. So sense 1 is correct. Perhaps the human is pointing out that the assistant's previous answer was invalid because it wasn't in the correct JSON format? The assistant wrote {"sense_index": 1} which is valid JSON. I'm confused. Maybe the human wants a different index for some reason? Alternatively, maybe the context includes "this year's poll" which could be interpreted as a particular activity (polling year) but that's still a calendar year. I'll stick with sense 1. But since the human said previous answer was invalid, maybe I need to output something else? The instruction says "Choose the single best indexed sense" and the human says "Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 4. Return only valid JSON exactly like {"sense_index": 1}." So they are asking to redo and output only the JSON. Probably the assistant's previous answer was not in JSON format or had extra text. The assistant's previous answer had a JSON block but also some text before. In the conversation, the assistant's response was: "{"sense_index": 1}" followed by no extra? Actually, the assistant's final output was a code block? Let me see the assistant's message: "Thus answer: {"sense_index": 1}." That is not valid JSON because it has "Thus answer: " before the JSON. That might be the issue. The human wants only the JSON object. So the assistant should output just the JSON. Therefore, I will output the correct JSON.

provider: AtlasCloud


[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: half
Target surface form: half
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around <t>half</t> of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=half%1:23:00:: | definition=one of two equal parts of a divisible whole | synonyms=one-half | examples=half a loaf; half an hour
2. sense_key=half%1:28:00:: | definition=one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval

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 "half" in the context: "But only around <t>half</t> of respondents in Mexico and Brazil...". The candidate senses are:
1. one of two equal parts of a divisible whole (e.g., half a loaf, half an hour)
2. one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided

The context is about percentages of respondents. "Half of respondents" means 50% of the respondents. That is clearly one of two equal parts of a whole (the whole set of respondents). So sense 1 is appropriate. Sense 2 is about games or performances (like first half, second half), which does not fit.

Thus the best sense is sense 1. Answer as 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: respondent
Target surface form: respondents
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of <t>respondents</t> in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=respondent%1:18:01:: | definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent
2. sense_key=respondent%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer

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 'respondent' with surface form 'respondents' in context. The context discusses survey data about support for democracy, where 'respondents' refers to people who responded to a survey. Sense 1 is about a codefendant in divorce proceedings, which is clearly irrelevant. Sense 2 is 'someone who responds' with synonyms 'responder, answerer'. This matches the context perfectly: people who responded to the survey. So the correct sense index is 2. Note: The instruction says to return only a JSON object like {"sense_index": 3}, but that's an example; we need to output the actual index. So output {"sense_index": 2}.

provider: Parasail


[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: brazil
Target surface form: Brazil
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and <t>Brazil</t>, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=brazil%1:15:00:: | definition=the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | synonyms=Federative Republic of Brazil, Brasil
2. sense_key=brazil%1:13:00:: | definition=three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell | synonyms=brazil nut

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: Brazil in context. The context discusses countries, democracy, support, etc. It mentions Mexico and Brazil as "the region's two most populous countries". This clearly refers to Brazil as a country. The second sense is about a nut. So the correct sense is the country. Sense index 1.