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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's <t>constituents</t> appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system | examples=spare components for cars
2. definition=a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes | examples=needs continued support by constituents to be re-elected
3. definition=something determined in relation to something that includes it | examples=he wanted to feel a part of something bigger than himself
4. definition=(grammar) a word or phrase or clause forming part of a larger grammatical construction
5. definition=an abstract part of something | examples=jealousy was a component of his character

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "constituent" is used in the sentence. The sentence says: "Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits..." The word "constituents" here refers to the people who are represented by that legislator. That matches sense 2: "a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes." So answer is 2.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents <t>appreciate</t> the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=recognize with gratitude; be grateful for
2. definition=be fully aware of; realize fully | examples=Do you appreciate the full meaning of this letter?
3. definition=hold dear | examples=I prize these old photographs
4. definition=gain in value | examples=The yen appreciated again!
5. definition=increase the value of | examples=The Germans want to appreciate the Deutsche Mark

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "appreciate" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost..." The context is that constituents are grateful for the benefits they receive. They recognize with gratitude. Sense 1 is "recognize with gratitude; be grateful for". That fits. Sense 2 is "be fully aware of" which is not the primary meaning here because they are not just aware, they are grateful. Sense 3 "hold dear" is similar but more about valuing personally, but gratitude is more specific. Sense 4 and 5 are about value increase. So answer is 1.

format: unknown

native_finish_reason: stop

provider: Morph

currency: USD


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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the <t>specific</t> benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=(sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique | examples=rules with specific application
2. definition=stated explicitly or in detail | examples=needed a specific amount
3. definition=relating to or distinguishing or constituting a taxonomic species | examples=specific characters
4. definition=being or affecting a disease produced by a particular microorganism or condition; used also of stains or dyes used in making microscope slides | examples=quinine is highly specific for malaria

reasoning_content: We need to read the sentence and determine which sense of "specific" is used. The word is in the phrase "specific benefits". The context: voters appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them. This means benefits that are particular to them, not general. It's about distinguishing something particular. Sense 1: "applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique". That fits. Sense 2: "stated explicitly or in detail" – not about detail but about particularity. Sense 3: taxonomic species – irrelevant. Sense 4: medical – irrelevant. So answer is 1.

provider: DeepInfra


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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific <t>benefits</t> that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=financial assistance in time of need
2. definition=something that aids or promotes well-being | examples=for the benefit of all
3. definition=a performance to raise money for a charitable cause

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "benefit" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them..." Here, "benefits" refers to advantages or things that aid the constituents, such as pork barrel projects or favorable policies. It is not financial assistance in time of need (sense 1) nor a performance to raise money (sense 3). It matches sense 2: something that aids or promotes well-being. So the answer is 2.

provider: GMICloud


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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator <t>wins</t> for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious | examples=He won the Gold Medal in skating
2. definition=win something through one's efforts | examples=I acquired a passing knowledge of Chinese
3. definition=obtain advantages, such as points, etc. | examples=The home team was gaining ground
4. definition=attain success or reach a desired goal | examples=The enterprise succeeded

reasoning_content:
We need to read the sentence: "Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator <t>wins</t> for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency."

The verb "wins" here means to obtain or secure benefits for constituents. It's not about winning a competition, but rather about gaining advantages or obtaining something through effort. Looking at the senses:

1. "be the winner in a contest or competition" - not applicable.
2. "win something through one's efforts" - this fits: the legislator wins benefits through their efforts.
3. "obtain advantages, such as points, etc." - also possible, but sense 2 specifically says "through one's efforts" which matches.
4. "attain success or reach a desired goal" - more general, but the sentence is about specific benefits.

Sense 2 seems most precise: "win something through one's efforts". So answer is 2.

provider: WandB


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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the <t>overall</t> cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=involving only main features | examples=the overall pattern of his life
2. definition=including everything | examples=the overall cost

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "overall" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the <t>overall</t> cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency." The word "overall" modifies "cost". The cost is the total cost from all legislators. Sense 2: "including everything" fits because it's the total cost from all legislators. Sense 1: "involving only main features" doesn't fit because it's not about main features, it's about the total sum. So answer is 2.

provider: Cloudflare


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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall <t>cost</t> associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor
2. definition=the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) | examples=the fluctuating monetary value of gold and silver
3. definition=value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something | examples=the cost in human life was enormous

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "cost" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency." Here "cost" refers to the overall negative consequences or sacrifices that come from each legislator's actions for their own constituency. It's not about monetary value or total spent, but about what must be given or undergone. The phrase "the cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise" implies a trade-off or sacrifice. Sense 3: "value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something" fits, as it's about the costs (negative aspects) of each legislator's actions. So answer is 3.

provider: Wafer


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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every <t>other</t> legislator doing likewise for his own constituency.

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

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "other" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every <t>other</t> legislator doing likewise for his own constituency."

Here, "other" refers to "every other legislator" meaning all the other legislators besides the one being considered. This is the sense of "not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied." That matches sense 1. Sense 2 is "recently past" (the other evening), not applicable. Sense 3 is "belonging to the distant past" not. Sense 4 is "very unusual" not. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator <t>doing</t> likewise for his own constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=engage in | examples=make love, not war
2. definition=carry out or perform an action | examples=John did the painting, the weeding, and he cleaned out the gutters
3. definition=get (something) done | examples=I did my job
4. definition=proceed or get along | examples=How is she doing in her new job?
5. definition=give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally | examples=cause a commotion
6. definition=carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions | examples=practice law
7. definition=be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity | examples=A few words would answer
8. definition=create or design, often in a certain way | examples=Do my room in blue
9. definition=behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself | examples=You should act like an adult
10. definition=spend time in prison or in a labor camp | examples=He did six years for embezzlement
11. definition=carry on or function | examples=We could do with a little more help around here
12. definition=arrange attractively | examples=dress my hair for the wedding
13. definition=travel or traverse (a distance) | examples=This car does 150 miles per hour

reasoning_content: We need to determine the sense of "doing" in the given sentence. The sentence: "Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency." The phrase "doing likewise" means performing the same action, i.e., each legislator is engaging in the same behavior of obtaining benefits for their own constituents. The sense is about carrying out or performing an action. Looking at the definitions: sense 2 is "carry out or perform an action". That fits. Also sense 3 "get (something) done" might be close, but "doing likewise" is more about performing the same action. Sense 1 "engage in" could also fit, but sense 2 seems more precise. Typically, "do" in "do likewise" means to perform the same action. I'll go with sense 2

provider: DigitalOcean


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

Sentence: Third, the theory <t>suggests</t> why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office.

Senses:
1. definition=make a proposal, declare a plan for something | examples=the senator proposed to abolish the sales tax
2. definition=drop a hint; intimate by a hint
3. definition=imply as a possibility | examples=The evidence suggests a need for more clarification
4. definition=suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine | examples=Tetracycline is indicated in such cases
5. definition=call to mind | examples=this remark evoked sadness

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "suggest" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office." Here, "suggests" means that the theory indicates or implies a reason or explanation. It is not making a proposal (sense 1), not dropping a hint (sense 2), not implying a possibility (sense 3 is close but the example is about evidence suggesting need for clarification; here it's theory suggesting why something happens), not medical intervention (sense 4), and not calling to mind (sense 5). The best fit is sense 3: imply as a possibility. The theory implies a reason. So answer is 3.


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

Sentence: Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to <t>national</t> policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office.

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country | examples=national hero
2. definition=limited to or in the interests of a particular nation | examples=national interests
3. definition=concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country | examples=the national government
4. definition=owned or maintained for the public by the national government | examples=national parks
5. definition=inside the country | examples=the British Home Office has broader responsibilities than the United States Department of the Interior
6. definition=characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation | examples=a national trait
7. definition=of or relating to nationality | examples=national origin

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "national" is used in the sentence: "Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to <t>national</t> policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office."

The phrase is "national policy making". It refers to policy making that is at the national level, as opposed to local. This aligns with sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country" with example "the national government". Sense 1 is about belonging to a nation, but the context is about policy making at the national level, not about a national hero. Sense 2 is about limited to a particular nation's interests, which is possible but less precise. Sense 3 specifically says "applicable to an entire nation" which fits the contrast with local. So answer is 3.

provider: Baidu


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

Sentence: Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national <t>policy</t> making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office.

Senses:
1. definition=a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group | examples=it was a policy of retribution
2. definition=a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government | examples=they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation
3. definition=written contract or certificate of insurance | examples=you should have read the small print on your policy

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "policy" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office." Here, "policy making" refers to the process of creating or deciding on plans of action, especially in government context. Sense 1: "a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group" fits well as national policy making is about plans of action for the nation. Sense 2 is about line of argument rationalizing course of action, which is more about debating the policy itself, not making it. Sense 3 is insurance contract. So the correct sense is 1.


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

Sentence: Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy <t>making</t> relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office.

Senses:
1. definition=the act that results in something coming to be | examples=the devising of plans
2. definition=an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something | examples=her qualifications for the job are excellent
3. definition=(usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something | examples=the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "making" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy <t>making</t> relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office." Here, "policy making" refers to the process of creating or formulating policy. Sense 1 says "the act that results in something coming to be" with examples "the devising of plans". That matches "policy making" as the act of making policy. Sense 2 is about qualifications, sense 3 about components. So answer is 1.

provider: StreamLake


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

Sentence: Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making <t>relative</t> to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office.

Senses:
1. definition=estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete | examples=a relative stranger
2. definition=properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to' | examples=the punishment ought to be proportional to the crime

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "relative" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office." Here "relative to" means "in comparison to" or "in relation to". The phrase "relative to" indicates a comparison between national policy making and local benefit-seeking. Sense 2: "properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'" fits because it's comparing two things. Sense 1 is about being estimated by comparison but not absolute, like "a relative stranger" which doesn't fit the "relative to" construction. So answer is 2.

provider: SiliconFlow


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

Sentence: Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to <t>local</t> benefit-seeking have lower security in office.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area | examples=local taxes
2. definition=of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood | examples=local customs
3. definition=affecting only a restricted part or area of the body | examples=local anesthesia

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "local" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to <t>local</t> benefit-seeking have lower security in office." Here, "local benefit-seeking" refers to seeking benefits for a local area, likely a district or constituency. That aligns with sense 1: relating to administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area. Sense 2 is about characteristics of a locality or neighborhood (customs), and sense 3 is medical. So answer is 1.

provider: AkashML


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

Sentence: Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking <t>have</t> lower security in office.

Senses:
1. definition=have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense | examples=She has $1,000 in the bank
2. definition=have as a feature | examples=This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France
3. definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | examples=get an idea
4. definition=have ownership or possession of | examples=He owns three houses in Florida
5. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | examples=He got his squad on the ball
6. definition=serve oneself to, or consume regularly | examples=Have another bowl of chicken soup!
7. definition=have a personal or business relationship with someone | examples=have a postdoc
8. definition=organize or be responsible for | examples=hold a reception
9. definition=have left | examples=I have two years left
10. definition=be confronted with | examples=What do we have here?
11. definition=undergo | examples=The stocks had a fast run-up
12. definition=suffer from; be ill with | examples=She has arthritis
13. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR
14. definition=receive willingly something given or offered | examples=The only girl who would have him was the miller's daughter
15. definition=get something; come into possession of | examples=receive payment
16. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident
17. definition=achieve a point or goal | examples=Nicklaus had a 70
18. definition=cause to be born | examples=My wife had twins yesterday!
19. definition=have sex with; archaic use | examples=He had taken this woman when she was most vulnerable

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "have" is used in the sentence: "legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office." The word "have" here means they possess or experience lower security. It's not ownership, feature, etc. It's like "have lower security" meaning they possess a state or condition. Sense 1: "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense" fits. Sense 3: "go through (mental or physical states or experiences)" also fits. But let's check: "have lower security" is an abstract possession. Sense 1 explicitly includes abstract. Sense 3 is about mental or physical states, but security is more of a condition. Sense 1 is broad. The example for sense 1: "She has $1,000 in the bank" is concrete, but it says "either in a concrete or an abstract sense." So sense 1 is appropriate. Sense 2 is "have as a feature" - not quite. Sense 4 is ownership. So the best is sense 1. Return only the number: 1.

provider: AtlasCloud


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

Sentence: Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in <t>office</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

reasoning_content: We need to match the usage of "office" in the sentence: "lower security in <t>office</t>". The context is about legislators and their security in office, meaning their position or tenure. Sense 4 says: "(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power" with example "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage". Sense 7 says "a job in an organization" but that is too broad. The phrase "security in office" refers to holding the position, so sense 4 is correct. Return only the number.

provider: Novita


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

Sentence: For example, first-term - term <t>members</t> of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization) | examples=only members will be admitted
2. definition=anything that belongs to a set or class | examples=snakes are members of the class Reptilia
3. definition=an external body part that projects from the body | examples=it is important to keep the extremities warm
4. definition=an organization that is a member of another organization (especially a state that belongs to a group of nations) | examples=the library was a member of the interlibrary loan association
5. definition=the male organ of copulation (`member' is a euphemism)

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "member" is used in the sentence: "first-term members of the House". Here, "members" refers to people who are part of the House (likely the House of Representatives). They are individuals who compose a social group (the House). This matches sense 1: "one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)". Sense 2 is about anything belonging to a set/class, but here it's specifically persons. Sense 3 is body part, sense 4 is organization as member of another organization (but here it's individuals), sense 5 is euphemism. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most <t>vulnerable</t> of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=susceptible to attack | examples=a vulnerable bridge
2. definition=susceptible to criticism or persuasion or temptation | examples=vulnerable to bribery
3. definition=capable of being wounded or hurt | examples=vulnerable parts of the body

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "vulnerable" is used in the sentence. The sentence talks about first-term members of the House being the most vulnerable incumbents, but now immune to defeat. So they were susceptible to being defeated (losing election). That is being open to attack or defeat. Sense 1: "susceptible to attack" fits, as defeat in an election is a form of attack. Sense 2 is about criticism or persuasion or temptation, not directly about defeat. Sense 3 is about physical wounding. So sense 1 is correct.


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

Sentence: For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have <t>become</t> virtually immune to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news
2. definition=undergo a change or development | examples=The water turned into ice
3. definition=come into existence | examples=What becomes has duration
4. definition=enhance the appearance of | examples=Mourning becomes Electra

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "become" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "For example, first-term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat." Here "become" means they have entered a state of being virtually immune. That matches sense 1: enter or assume a certain state or condition. Sense 2 is about undergoing change/development, but that is similar; however sense 1 specifically says "enter or assume a certain state or condition" which fits. Sense 3 is "come into existence" which doesn't fit. Sense 4 is "enhance the appearance" which doesn't fit. So answer is 1.

provider: Venice


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

Sentence: For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually <t>immune</t> to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to the condition of immunity | examples=the immune system
2. definition=secure against | examples=immune from taxation as long as he resided in Bermuda
3. definition=relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection)
4. definition=(usually followed by `to') not affected by a given influence | examples=immune to persuasion

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "immune" is used in the sentence: "first-term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat." The word "immune" here means not affected by or resistant to defeat. Looking at the senses:

1. relating to the condition of immunity (like immune system) - not applicable.
2. secure against - example: immune from taxation. That could fit, but it's "secure against" something.
3. relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection) - medical.
4. (usually followed by 'to') not affected by a given influence - example: immune to persuasion. This directly matches: "immune to defeat" means not affected by defeat. So sense 4.

Thus answer is 4.


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

Sentence: For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to <t>defeat</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest | examples=it was a narrow defeat
2. definition=the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "defeat" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "For example, first-term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat." Here "defeat" refers to being defeated in an election or contest. Sense 1: "an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest" fits. Sense 2 is about a feeling, which doesn't match because the sentence says "immune to defeat" meaning they are unlikely to lose. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: The one <t>exception</t> to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=a deliberate act of omission | examples=with the exception of the children, everyone was told the news
2. definition=an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization | examples=all her children were brilliant; the only exception was her last child
3. definition=grounds for adverse criticism | examples=his authority is beyond exception

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "exception" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans..." The context: there is a recent trend, and this one exception is something that does not conform to that trend. It's an instance that deviates from the rule or generalization. This matches sense 2: "an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization". The other senses: sense 1 is about deliberate omission (like "with the exception of"), sense 3 is about grounds for criticism. Clearly the sentence is about a counterexample to a trend. So answer is 2.

provider: Io Net


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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent <t>trend</t> was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=a general direction in which something tends to move | examples=the shoreward tendency of the current
2. definition=general line of orientation | examples=the river takes a southern course
3. definition=a general tendency to change (as of opinion) | examples=not openly liberal but that is the trend of the book
4. definition=the popular taste at a given time | examples=leather is the latest vogue

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "trend" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "The one exception to this recent <t>trend</t> was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982." The context is about a recent trend, and an exception to it. The trend likely refers to a general direction or tendency in political outcomes. Sense 1: general direction in which something tends to move. Sense 2: general line of orientation (like a river course). Sense 3: a general tendency to change (as of opinion). Sense 4: popular taste at a given time. Here, "trend" likely refers to a pattern or tendency in election results or political support. It's not about physical direction (sense 2) nor about fashion (sense 4). It could be sense 1 or 3. Sense 1 is "a general direction in which something tends to move" – that fits a trend in outcomes. Sense 3 is "a general tendency to change (as of opinion)" – also possible. The phrase "recent trend" suggests a pattern of something happening, like a political trend. The exception is a defeat, so the trend might be that most of those Republicans were winning or something? Actually, it says "the one exception to this recent trend was the defeat..." So the trend likely was that the freshman Republicans were being re-elected successfully? Or perhaps the trend was something else. Without more context, we need to match the definition. The word "trend" here is used in a common sense of a pattern or tendency. Both sense 1 and 3 are similar, but sense 3 specifically mentions "change (as of opinion)" while sense 1 is more general. The example for sense 1: "the shoreward tendency of the current" – that's a physical movement. The example for sense 3: "not openly liberal but that is the trend of the book" – that's about opinion or direction. The sentence is about political outcomes, which is a tendency, but it might be about a change? Actually, it says "recent trend" – likely a pattern of behavior in elections. I'd lean towards sense 1 because it's more general. But let's see: The definition for sense 1 is "a general direction in which something tends to move" – that fits "trend" as a direction of events. Sense 3 is "a general tendency to change" – that implies a change over time. The word "trend" often implies a change, but not necessarily. In this sentence, it's about a recent trend, and the exception is a defeat. So the trend might be that incumbents win? That would be a direction. I think sense 1 is the most appropriate. However, note that the senses are numbered 1-4. The instruction: "Return only the number of the correct sense." So I need to output just the number. Based on typical usage, I'd say sense 1. But let's double-check: Could it be sense 3? The phrase "recent trend" often means a change in opinion or a pattern. But sense 1 also covers pattern. Since sense 1 says "a general direction in which something tends to move" – that applies to election results as a direction. I'll go with 1.


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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent trend was the <t>defeat</t> of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest | examples=it was a narrow defeat
2. definition=the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals

reasoning_content: We need to read the sentence: "The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans..." Here, "defeat" refers to the fact that 13 out of 52 were not re-elected, i.e., they lost. So it's an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest (the election). Sense 1 is about an unsuccessful ending. Sense 2 is about a feeling. Clearly it's sense 1. Return only the number.


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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 <t>freshman</t> Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=a first-year undergraduate
2. definition=any new participant in some activity

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "freshman" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982." Here, "freshman Republicans" refers to newly elected members of Congress (specifically, the House of Representatives) who were first-term representatives. They are not first-year undergraduates; they are new participants in the political activity of being a member of Congress. Sense 2 is "any new participant in some activity." Therefore, the correct sense is 2.

provider: Parasail


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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman <t>Republicans</t> brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=a member of the Republican Party
2. definition=an advocate of a republic (usually in opposition to a monarchy)
3. definition=a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "republican" is used in the sentence. The sentence mentions "freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982." This clearly refers to members of the Republican Party, as the Reagan revolution is associated with the Republican Party. So sense 1. Answer: 1


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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans <t>brought</t> into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=take something or somebody with oneself somewhere | examples=Bring me the box from the other room
2. definition=cause to come into a particular state or condition | examples=Long hard years of on the job training had brought them to their competence
3. definition=cause to happen or to occur as a consequence | examples=I cannot work a miracle
4. definition=go or come after and bring or take back | examples=Get me those books over there, please
5. definition=bring into a different state | examples=this may land you in jail
6. definition=be accompanied by | examples=Can I bring my cousin to the dinner?
7. definition=advance or set forth in court; , | examples=bring charges
8. definition=bestow a quality on | examples=Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company
9. definition=be sold for a certain price | examples=The painting brought $10,000
10. definition=attract the attention of | examples=The noise and the screaming brought the curious
11. definition=induce or persuade | examples=The confession of one of the accused brought the others to admit to the crime as well

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "bring" is used in the sentence: "The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982."

The phrase "brought into office" means they were caused to come into office, i.e., they were elected or installed. This aligns with sense 2: "cause to come into a particular state or condition" or sense 5: "bring into a different state". But sense 2 explicitly says "cause to come into a particular state or condition" with examples like "brought them to their competence". Sense 5 says "bring into a different state" with example "this may land you in jail". Both are similar. However, sense 2 seems more appropriate as it directly mentions "state or condition". The context is that the freshman Republicans were brought into office, meaning they were placed in that state (being in office). Sense 5 might also fit, but let's see the definitions. The numbered list: 2 is "cause to come into a particular state or condition", 5 is "bring into a different state". They are essentially the same, but the example for 2 is about competence, and for 5 is about jail. The phrase "brought into office" is a common expression meaning to cause to assume office. I'd lean towards sense 2.

But we must return only the number. Let's double-check no other sense fits. Sense 1: take with oneself - no. Sense 3: cause to happen - not exactly. Sense 4: go and bring back - no. Sense 6: be accompanied by - no. Sense 7: legal - no. Sense 8: bestow quality - no. Sense 9: sold for price - no. Sense 10: attract attention - no. Sense 11: induce or persuade - no. So it's between 2 and 5. Since sense 2 is more directly "cause to come into a particular state" and the example "brought them to their competence" is analogous to "brought them into office", I'll choose 2.

Thus answer: 2

provider: Alibaba


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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into <t>office</t> in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

reasoning_content:
We need to identify which numbered sense of "office" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into <t>office</t> in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982."

The phrase "brought into office" means they were elected or appointed to a position of power. This matches sense 4: "(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power". The example: "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage" is similar. Thus, answer is 4.


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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan <t>revolution</t> and running for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving | examples=the industrial revolution was also a cultural revolution
2. definition=the overthrow of a government by those who are governed
3. definition=a single complete turn (axial or orbital) | examples=the plane made three rotations before it crashed

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "revolution" is used in the sentence. The sentence refers to "the Reagan revolution" which is a political term describing a significant change in political ideology and policy brought about by Ronald Reagan's presidency. It is not a literal overthrow of government (sense 2) nor a physical rotation (sense 3). It is a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving (sense 1). So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and <t>running</t> for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time | examples=Don't run--you'll be out of breath
2. definition=flee; take to one's heels; cut and run | examples=If you see this man, run!
3. definition=stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point | examples=Service runs all the way to Cranbury
4. definition=direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. | examples=She is running a relief operation in the Sudan
5. definition=have a particular form | examples=the story or argument runs as follows
6. definition=move along, of liquids | examples=Water flowed into the cave
7. definition=perform as expected when applied | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
8. definition=change or be different within limits | examples=Estimates for the losses in the earthquake range as high as $2 billion
9. definition=run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year?
10. definition=cause to emit recorded audio or video | examples=They ran the tapes over and over again
11. definition=move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way | examples=who are these people running around in the building?
12. definition=have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined | examples=She tends to be nervous before her lectures
13. definition=be operating, running or functioning | examples=The car is still running--turn it off!
14. definition=change from one state to another | examples=run amok
15. definition=cause to perform | examples=run a subject
16. definition=be affected by; be subjected to | examples=run a temperature
17. definition=continue to exist | examples=These stories die hard
18. definition=occur persistently | examples=Musical talent runs in the family
19. definition=carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine | examples=Run the dishwasher
20. definition=include as the content; broadcast or publicize | examples=We ran the ad three times
21. definition=carry out | examples=run an errand
22. definition=pass over, across, or through | examples=He ran his eyes over her body
23. definition=cause something to pass or lead somewhere | examples=Run the wire behind the cabinet
24. definition=make without a miss
25. definition=deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor
26. definition=cause an animal to move fast | examples=run the dogs
27. definition=be diffused | examples=These dyes and colors are guaranteed not to run
28. definition=sail before the wind
29. definition=cover by running; run a certain distance | examples=She ran 10 miles that day
30. definition=extend or continue for a certain period of time | examples=The film runs 5 hours
31. definition=set animals loose to graze
32. definition=keep company | examples=the heifers run with the bulls to produce offspring
33. definition=run with the ball; in such sports as football
34. definition=travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means | examples=Run to the store!
35. definition=travel a route regularly | examples=Ships ply the waters near the coast
36. definition=pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) | examples=Goering often hunted wild boars in Poland
37. definition=compete in a race | examples=he is running the Marathon this year
38. definition=progress by being changed | examples=The speech has to go through several more drafts
39. definition=reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating | examples=melt butter
40. definition=come unraveled or undone as if by snagging | examples=Her nylons were running
41. definition=become undone | examples=the sweater unraveled

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "run" is used in the sentence: "The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982."

The phrase is "running for re-election." This refers to seeking a political office, i.e., competing for an office. Sense 9: "run, stand, or compete for an office or a position" with example "Who's running for treasurer this year?" matches perfectly.

Thus answer is 9.


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

Sentence: Because these <t>freshmen</t> placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=a first-year undergraduate
2. definition=any new participant in some activity

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "freshman" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat." The context: "freshmen" refers to people involved in national policy making, likely politicians or members of Congress. The mention of "partisan role" and "spreading the Reagan revolution" suggests these are new members of Congress, possibly the incoming class of Republican representatives in 1981, often called "Reagan freshmen". They are not first-year undergraduates. They are new participants in a political activity (like Congress). Sense 1: first-year undergraduate. Sense 2: any new participant in some activity. Clearly sense 2 fits. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen <t>placed</t> far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=put into a certain place or abstract location | examples=Put your things here
2. definition=place somebody in a particular situation or location | examples=he was placed on probation
3. definition=assign a rank or rating to | examples=how would you rank these students?
4. definition=assign a location to | examples=The company located some of their agents in Los Angeles
5. definition=to arrange for | examples=place a phone call
6. definition=take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal | examples=Jerry came in third in the Marathon
7. definition=intend (something) to move towards a certain goal | examples=He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face
8. definition=recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something | examples=She identified the man on the 'wanted' poster
9. definition=assign to (a job or a home)
10. definition=locate | examples=The film is set in Africa
11. definition=estimate | examples=We put the time of arrival at 8 P.M.
12. definition=identify the location or place of | examples=We localized the source of the infection
13. definition=make an investment | examples=Put money into bonds
14. definition=assign to a station
15. definition=finish second or better in a horse or dog race | examples=he bet $2 on number six to place
16. definition=sing a note with the correct pitch

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "place" is used in the sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."

The phrase "placed far more emphasis" means they put or assigned emphasis. This aligns with sense 2: "place somebody in a particular situation or location"? No, that's about placing a person. Sense 1: "put into a certain place or abstract location" is closer because "emphasis" is abstract. Sense 1 examples: "Put your things here" but the definition says "put into a certain place or abstract location". Here, "placed emphasis" is putting emphasis onto something. That seems like sense 1. Alternatively, sense 5 is "to arrange for" like place a phone call, not that. Sense 3 is assign rank, not. So sense 1 is the best fit. But let's double-check: The definition "put into a certain place or abstract location" includes abstract locations like emphasis. So I'll answer 1.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more <t>emphasis</t> on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=special importance or significance | examples=the red light gave the central figure increased emphasis
2. definition=intensity or forcefulness of expression | examples=the vehemence of his denial
3. definition=special and significant stress by means of position or repetition e.g.
4. definition=the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) | examples=he put the stress on the wrong syllable

reasoning_content: We need to match the sentence's use of "emphasis" to one of the four definitions. The sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more <t>emphasis</t> on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat." Here, "emphasis" means special importance or significance placed on something. They are giving more importance to their partisan role. That aligns with sense 1: "special importance or significance". The example given for sense 1 is "the red light gave the central figure increased emphasis" which is about importance. Sense 2 is about intensity of expression, not applicable. Sense 3 is "special and significant stress by means of position or repetition" which might also be about emphasis in language, but here it's about importance. Sense 4 is about syllable or musical note. So correct is 1.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan <t>role</t> -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
2. definition=an actor's portrayal of someone in a play | examples=she played the part of Desdemona
3. definition=what something is used for | examples=the function of an auger is to bore holes
4. definition=normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting | examples=what is your role on the team?

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "role" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat." The role is about their partisan role, meaning their expected actions or activities as partisans in spreading the Reagan revolution. This aligns with sense 1: "the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group". Sense 4 is about normal or customary activity in a social setting, which could also apply, but sense 1 explicitly mentions expected of a person or group, and the example "the function of a teacher" is similar. Sense 2 is acting, sense 3 is function of a thing. So sense 1 is most appropriate.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- <t>spreading</t> the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=distribute or disperse widely | examples=The invaders spread their language all over the country
2. definition=become distributed or widespread | examples=the infection spread
3. definition=spread across or over | examples=A big oil spot spread across the water
4. definition=spread out or open from a closed or folded state | examples=open the map
5. definition=cause to become widely known | examples=spread information
6. definition=become widely known and passed on | examples=the rumor spread
7. definition=strew or distribute over an area | examples=He spread fertilizer over the lawn
8. definition=move outward | examples=The soldiers fanned out
9. definition=cover by spreading something over | examples=spread the bread with cheese
10. definition=distribute over a surface in a layer | examples=spread cheese on a piece of bread

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "spread" is used in the sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- <t>spreading</t> the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."

The phrase "spreading the Reagan revolution" means to promote or disseminate the ideas and policies of the Reagan revolution. This is about making something widely known or causing it to become widespread. Among the senses, sense 5: "cause to become widely known" with example "spread information" fits. Also sense 6: "become widely known and passed on" is intransitive, but here it's transitive (spreading the revolution). So sense 5 is correct.

Thus answer is 5.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan <t>revolution</t> -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving | examples=the industrial revolution was also a cultural revolution
2. definition=the overthrow of a government by those who are governed
3. definition=a single complete turn (axial or orbital) | examples=the plane made three rotations before it crashed

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "revolution" is used in the sentence. The sentence mentions "spreading the Reagan revolution" in national policy making. This refers to a drastic change in policies and political ideology associated with Reagan, not a literal overthrow of government or a physical rotation. So sense 1: a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving. The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in <t>national</t> policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country | examples=national hero
2. definition=limited to or in the interests of a particular nation | examples=national interests
3. definition=concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country | examples=the national government
4. definition=owned or maintained for the public by the national government | examples=national parks
5. definition=inside the country | examples=the British Home Office has broader responsibilities than the United States Department of the Interior
6. definition=characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation | examples=a national trait
7. definition=of or relating to nationality | examples=national origin

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "national" is used in the sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."

The phrase is "national policy making." This refers to policy making that pertains to the entire nation or country, as opposed to local or state policy. Sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country" with example "the national government" fits well. Alternatively, sense 1: "of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country" is more general, but sense 3 specifically emphasizes "entire nation" which matches policy making at the national level. Sense 2: "limited to or in the interests of a particular nation" is about nationalism, not relevant. Sense 4: "owned or maintained for the public by the national government" is about property. Sense 5: "inside the country" is about domestic vs foreign. Sense 6: "characteristic of or peculiar to the people" refers to traits. Sense 7: "of or relating to nationality" refers to citizenship. Thus, sense 3 is the most appropriate.

Return only the number: 3.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national <t>policy</t> making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group | examples=it was a policy of retribution
2. definition=a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government | examples=they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation
3. definition=written contract or certificate of insurance | examples=you should have read the small print on your policy

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "policy" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat." The context is about national policy making, referring to the course of action of a government. Sense 2 is "a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government". That fits. Sense 1 is a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group, but here it's national policy making, so government-related. Sense 3 is insurance contract, irrelevant. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy <t>making</t>, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=the act that results in something coming to be | examples=the devising of plans
2. definition=an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something | examples=her qualifications for the job are excellent
3. definition=(usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something | examples=the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake

reasoning_content:
We need to identify which sense of "making" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy <t>making</t>, they were more vulnerable to defeat."

The word "making" here is part of the phrase "policy making". It refers to the process of creating or formulating policy. Sense 1: "the act that results in something coming to be" fits perfectly. Sense 2 is about qualifications, sense 3 about components. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Fourth, the theory <t>indicates</t> why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office.

Senses:
1. definition=be a signal for or a symptom of | examples=These symptoms indicate a serious illness
2. definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | examples=I showed the customer the glove section
3. definition=to state or express briefly | examples=indicated his wishes in a letter
4. definition=give evidence of | examples=The evidence argues for your claim
5. definition=suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine | examples=Tetracycline is indicated in such cases

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "indicate" is used in the sentence: "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office." The sentence means the theory explains or shows the reason. Compare with senses: 1 is about being a symptom, 2 is about pointing direction, 3 is about stating briefly, 4 is about giving evidence, 5 is medical necessity. The theory "indicates" why something happens - it is giving evidence or showing a reason. Sense 4: "give evidence of" fits. Also sense 1 could be similar but "be a signal for" might also work, but sense 4 is more direct. The example for sense 4: "The evidence argues for your claim" - that is similar to theory indicating why. So answer is 4.


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

Sentence: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time <t>attracting</t> viable candidates for congressional office.

Senses:
1. definition=direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes | examples=Her good looks attract the stares of many men
2. definition=be attractive to | examples=The idea of a vacation appeals to me
3. definition=exert a force on (a body) causing it to approach or prevent it from moving away | examples=the gravitational pull of a planet attracts other bodies

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "attract" is used in the sentence: "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office." The word "attracting" here means drawing or pulling in candidates, likely in the sense of being appealing or making them want to join. Sense 2: "be attractive to" fits, as the party wants to be attractive to candidates. Sense 1 is about psychological power or physical attributes, but it's more about direct attraction. Sense 3 is a physical force. So sense 2 is correct.


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

Sentence: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable <t>candidates</t> for congressional office.

Senses:
1. definition=a politician who is running for public office
2. definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "candidate" is used in the sentence. The sentence says "attracting viable candidates for congressional office." This refers to people who might run for public office, specifically congressional office. Sense 1 is "a politician who is running for public office." Sense 2 is broader: someone considered for something. The context is about running for office, so sense 1 fits better. Return only the number.

provider: Morph


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

Sentence: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional <t>office</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

raw_output:
We need to identify which numbered sense of "office" is used in the sentence: "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional <t>office</t>."

The context is "congressional office". That likely refers to a position or job in the Congress, i.e., being a member of Congress or holding a congressional position. The senses:

1. place of business - not matching
2. administrative unit of government - could be, but "congressional office" might refer to an office as a unit? Usually "congressional office" means the office of a congressman, but more likely it's about the position.
3. the actions and activities assigned - "the function of a teacher" but here it's "office" as in position? Might be sense 7: "a job in an organization"
4. (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power - "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage" - this sense is about holding a political office, like being in power. "congressional office" could mean the position of being a congressman.
5. professional or clerical workers - not
6. religious rite - no
7. a job in an organization - "he occupied a post in the treasury" - that's a job. So "congressional office" as a job, a position.

Sense 4 is specifically about a government office, like "being in office" meaning holding a political position. Sense 7 is a job in an organization, but "congressional office" is a government position. The phrase "attracting viable candidates for congressional office" means candidates for the position of Congress member. That is sense 4: "holding an office means being in power" - it's about being in office as a political position. But sense 4's definition: "(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power" and example "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage" - this is about the state of being in office. However, the sentence says "candidates for congressional office" - that is the position itself. So sense 4 might be about the concept of holding office, but the definition says "holding an office means being in power" - that is a bit different. Sense 7: "a job in an organization" - Congress is an organization, so that might fit. But sense 2: "an administrative unit of government" - could be, but "congressional office" typically refers to the office of a congressman, which is a physical place or an administrative unit? Actually, in government, "office" can mean a department or agency, but "congressional office" is not a unit like CIA; it's the position. Typically, "run for office" means run for a political position. So I think it's sense 4 or 7. Let's check the exact wording: "attracting viable candidates for congressional office." The phrase "for office" is standard: "candidates for office" means candidates for a position, especially political. So sense 4 includes "holding an office" - but the definition is about being in power. Sense 7 says "a job in an organization" - that is broad. However, the example for sense 7 is "he occupied a post in the treasury" - that is a job, not necessarily political. But "post" can be political too. I think sense 4 is more specific to government/political office. The sentence is about the Republican Party attracting candidates for congressional office, which is a political office. So sense 4 seems appropriate.

But let's see the list: sense 4's full definition: "(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power" - that's a bit awkward. It might be interpreted as "office" meaning the state of being in power. But the example: "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage" - that uses "in office". The sentence uses "for congressional office", which is similar to "for office". So I think it's sense 4.

To be sure, sense 7: "a job in an organization" - could include any job, but "congressional office" is a specific job in a government organization. However, sense 2: "an administrative unit of government" - like the CIA, but "congressional office" could be a unit like "the office of the Speaker" but that's not typical. Usually, "congressional office" means the physical office or the position. I think the most common usage is "running for office" meaning political office. So I'll go with 4.

Thus answer: 4.4


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

Sentence: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional <t>office</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

[Assistant]
We need to identify which numbered sense of "office" is used in the sentence: "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional <t>office</t>."

The context is "congressional office". That likely refers to a position or job in the Congress, i.e., being a member of Congress or holding a congressional position. The senses:

1. place of business - not matching
2. administrative unit of government - could be, but "congressional office" might refer to an office as a unit? Usually "congressional office" means the office of a congressman, but more likely it's about the position.
3. the actions and activities assigned - "the function of a teacher" but here it's "office" as in position? Might be sense 7: "a job in an organization"
4. (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power - "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage" - this sense is about holding a political office, like being in power. "congressional office" could mean the position of being a congressman.
5. professional or clerical workers - not
6. religious rite - no
7. a job in an organization - "he occupied a post in the treasury" - that's a job. So "congressional office" as a job, a position.

Sense 4 is specifically about a government office, like "being in office" meaning holding a political position. Sense 7 is a job in an organization, but "congressional office" is a government position. The phrase "attracting viable candidates for congressional office" means candidates for the position of Congress member. That is sense 4: "holding an office means being in power" - it's about being in office as a political position. But sense 4's definition: "(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power" and example "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage" - this is about the state of being in office. However, the sentence says "candidates for congressional office" - that is the position itself. So sense 4 might be about the concept of holding office, but the definition says "holding an office means being in power" - that is a bit different. Sense 7: "a job in an organization" - Congress is an organization, so that might fit. But sense 2: "an administrative unit of government" - could be, but "congressional office" typically refers to the office of a congressman, which is a physical place or an administrative unit? Actually, in government, "office" can mean a department or agency, but "congressional office" is not a unit like CIA; it's the position. Typically, "run for office" means run for a political position. So I think it's sense 4 or 7. Let's check the exact wording: "attracting viable candidates for congressional office." The phrase "for office" is standard: "candidates for office" means candidates for a position, especially political. So sense 4 includes "holding an office" - but the definition is about being in power. Sense 7 says "a job in an organization" - that is broad. However, the example for sense 7 is "he occupied a post in the treasury" - that is a job, not necessarily political. But "post" can be political too. I think sense 4 is more specific to government/political office. The sentence is about the Republican Party attracting candidates for congressional office, which is a political office. So sense 4 seems appropriate.

But let's see the list: sense 4's full definition: "(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power" - that's a bit awkward. It might be interpreted as "office" meaning the state of being in power. But the example: "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage" - that uses "in office". The sentence uses "for congressional office", which is similar to "for office". So I think it's sense 4.

To be sure, sense 7: "a job in an organization" - could include any job, but "congressional office" is a specific job in a government organization. However, sense 2: "an administrative unit of government" - like the CIA, but "congressional office" could be a unit like "the office of the Speaker" but that's not typical. Usually, "congressional office" means the physical office or the position. I think the most common usage is "running for office" meaning political office. So I'll go with 4.

Thus answer: 4.4

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 7. Return only the integer.

reasoning_content: We need to carefully interpret the sentence: "candidates for congressional <t>office</t>". This phrase "candidates for office" is a standard expression meaning candidates for a political position or job. In the given senses, sense 4 is: "(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power" with example "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage". That is about the state of being in office, not the position itself. Sense 7: "a job in an organization" with example "he occupied a post in the treasury". That is more directly about a position or post. "Congressional office" means the position of a member of Congress. Therefore sense 7 seems more appropriate. Additionally, sense 2: "an administrative unit of government" is not quite right because "congressional office" is not an agency like CIA. So between 4 and 7, sense 7 is a better fit. The previous answer claimed 4 but was invalid. So the correct number is 7.


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

Sentence: <t>Potential</t> candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=existing in possibility | examples=a potential problem
2. definition=expected to become or be; in prospect | examples=potential clients

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "potential" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent." Here, "potential candidates" refers to candidates who are possible or likely to run, not yet actual. Sense 1: existing in possibility. Sense 2: expected to become or be; in prospect. The phrase "potential candidates" means candidates who are possible, not yet actual. That aligns with sense 1 "existing in possibility". Sense 2 is more about expected to become, like potential clients (people who are expected to become clients). But here "potential candidates" are those who might become candidates, but not necessarily expected? The sentence talks about discouraging them from running, so they are considering running. It's about possibility. So sense 1 is correct. Return only the number: 1.


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

Sentence: Potential <t>candidates</t> may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=a politician who is running for public office
2. definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

reasoning_content: We need to read the sentence: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent." The context is about running for office (congressional salary, defeat, opponent). So it refers to a politician running for public office. Sense 1 is exactly that. Sense 2 is broader (someone considered for something). Here they are specifically running for office. So answer is 1.

provider: DeepInfra


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be <t>discouraged</t> from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=try to prevent; show opposition to | examples=We should discourage this practice among our youth
2. definition=deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
3. definition=admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior | examples=I warned him not to go too far

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "discourage" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat..." The word "discouraged" here means they are being deterred or prevented from running, but the context says "less by the salary than by the prospect of defeat." That indicates that the prospect of defeat causes them to feel less inclined to run, i.e., it takes away their courage or hope. Sense 1 is "try to prevent; show opposition to" which is more active discouragement by others. Sense 2 is "deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged." Sense 3 is "admonish or counsel" which doesn't fit. The sentence talks about the prospect of defeat discouraging them, meaning it makes them feel less hopeful about running. So sense 2 is appropriate. Return only the number.


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from <t>running</t> less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time | examples=Don't run--you'll be out of breath
2. definition=flee; take to one's heels; cut and run | examples=If you see this man, run!
3. definition=stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point | examples=Service runs all the way to Cranbury
4. definition=direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. | examples=She is running a relief operation in the Sudan
5. definition=have a particular form | examples=the story or argument runs as follows
6. definition=move along, of liquids | examples=Water flowed into the cave
7. definition=perform as expected when applied | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
8. definition=change or be different within limits | examples=Estimates for the losses in the earthquake range as high as $2 billion
9. definition=run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year?
10. definition=cause to emit recorded audio or video | examples=They ran the tapes over and over again
11. definition=move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way | examples=who are these people running around in the building?
12. definition=have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined | examples=She tends to be nervous before her lectures
13. definition=be operating, running or functioning | examples=The car is still running--turn it off!
14. definition=change from one state to another | examples=run amok
15. definition=cause to perform | examples=run a subject
16. definition=be affected by; be subjected to | examples=run a temperature
17. definition=continue to exist | examples=These stories die hard
18. definition=occur persistently | examples=Musical talent runs in the family
19. definition=carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine | examples=Run the dishwasher
20. definition=include as the content; broadcast or publicize | examples=We ran the ad three times
21. definition=carry out | examples=run an errand
22. definition=pass over, across, or through | examples=He ran his eyes over her body
23. definition=cause something to pass or lead somewhere | examples=Run the wire behind the cabinet
24. definition=make without a miss
25. definition=deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor
26. definition=cause an animal to move fast | examples=run the dogs
27. definition=be diffused | examples=These dyes and colors are guaranteed not to run
28. definition=sail before the wind
29. definition=cover by running; run a certain distance | examples=She ran 10 miles that day
30. definition=extend or continue for a certain period of time | examples=The film runs 5 hours
31. definition=set animals loose to graze
32. definition=keep company | examples=the heifers run with the bulls to produce offspring
33. definition=run with the ball; in such sports as football
34. definition=travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means | examples=Run to the store!
35. definition=travel a route regularly | examples=Ships ply the waters near the coast
36. definition=pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) | examples=Goering often hunted wild boars in Poland
37. definition=compete in a race | examples=he is running the Marathon this year
38. definition=progress by being changed | examples=The speech has to go through several more drafts
39. definition=reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating | examples=melt butter
40. definition=come unraveled or undone as if by snagging | examples=Her nylons were running
41. definition=become undone | examples=the sweater unraveled

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "run" is used in the sentence: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent." The word "running" here refers to candidates running for office, i.e., competing for a political position. That matches sense 9: "run, stand, or compete for an office or a position" with example "Who's running for treasurer this year?" So answer is 9.


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the <t>prospect</t> of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=the possibility of future success | examples=his prospects as a writer are excellent
2. definition=belief about (or mental picture of) the future
3. definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
4. definition=the visual percept of a region | examples=the most desirable feature of the park are the beautiful views
5. definition=a prediction of the course of a disease

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "prospect" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent." Here, "prospect" refers to the thought or anticipation of defeat, i.e., a belief about the future (specifically, the possibility of defeat). That matches sense 2: "belief about (or mental picture of) the future". Sense 1 is about future success, but here it's defeat, so it's more about a mental picture. Sense 3 is a person considered for something. Sense 4 is visual view. Sense 5 is medical prediction. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of <t>defeat</t> at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest | examples=it was a narrow defeat
2. definition=the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "defeat" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent." The word "defeat" here refers to losing an election, i.e., an unsuccessful ending to a contest. That matches sense 1: "an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest". Sense 2 is about a feeling. In the sentence, it's about the prospect of defeat, which is the event, not the feeling. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a <t>Democratic</t> opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality; ; ; - George du Maurier | examples=democratic government
2. definition=belong to or relating to the Democratic Party | examples=Democratic senator
3. definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | examples=democratic art forms

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "democratic" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence. The sentence says: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a <t>Democratic</t> opponent." Note that the word is capitalized "Democratic", which typically refers to the political party. The senses given: 1 is about democracy or social equality, 2 is about the Democratic Party, 3 is about appealing to the people at large. The context: "Democratic opponent" means an opponent who is a member of the Democratic Party. So sense 2 is correct. Return only the number.