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

Sentence: Right <t>now</t> about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events | examples=President Kennedy now calls in the National Guard
2. definition=in these times; - Nancy Mitford | examples=it is solely by their language that the upper classes nowadays are distinguished
3. definition=used to preface a command or reproof or request | examples=now hear this!
4. definition=at the present moment | examples=goods now on sale
5. definition=without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening | examples=he answered immediately
6. definition=(prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity | examples=Now the next problem is...
7. definition=in the immediate past | examples=told me just now

reasoning_content: We need to match the sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories ... are racing ..." The phrase "right now" emphasizes the present moment. Sense 4: "at the present moment" fits. Others: historical present (1), nowadays (2), preface (3), immediately (5), transitional (6), immediate past (7). So answer is 4.


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

Sentence: Right now <t>about</t> a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour
2. definition=all around or on all sides | examples=dirty clothes lying around (or about)
3. definition=in the area or vicinity | examples=a few spectators standing about
4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | examples=wandering about with no place to go
5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction | examples=about face
6. definition=in rotation or succession | examples=turn about is fair play
7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

finish_reason: stop

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reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "about" is used in the sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes."

The word "about" here is used with a quantity: "about a dozen laboratories." This indicates an approximate number, not exact. That matches sense 1: "(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct" with example "lasted approximately an hour". So the answer is 1.

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native_finish_reason: stop

provider: AtlasCloud

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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen <t>laboratories</t>, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=a workplace for the conduct of scientific research
2. definition=a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation | examples=the new nation is a testing ground for socioeconomic theories

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "laboratory" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes." This refers to actual scientific research facilities where scientists work. Sense 1 is "a workplace for the conduct of scientific research". Sense 2 is metaphorical: "a region resembling a laboratory... offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation". The sentence clearly refers to physical laboratories conducting genetic research. So sense 1.

provider: Cloudflare


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the <t>U.S.</t>, Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=the executive and legislative and judicial branches of the federal government of the United States
2. definition=North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "U.S." is used in the sentence. The sentence says "in the U.S., Canada and Britain" - it refers to the country, not the government branches. So it's sense 2, the republic. Return just the number.

provider: DeepInfra


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are <t>racing</t> to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=move fast | examples=He rushed down the hall to receive his guests
2. definition=compete in a race | examples=he is running the Marathon this year
3. definition=to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others | examples=We are racing to find a cure for AIDS
4. definition=cause to move fast or to rush or race | examples=The psychologist raced the rats through a long maze

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "race" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are <t>racing</t> to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes." This describes laboratories working as fast as possible towards a goal, possibly in competition. Sense 3 matches: "to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others" with example "We are racing to find a cure for AIDS". That is exactly the context: racing to unmask genes. So answer is 3.

provider: WandB


[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: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask <t>other</t> suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

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 read the sentence: "Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes." The word "other" here refers to additional tumor-suppressing genes beyond those already known or implied. This matches sense 1: "not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied." The example given for sense 1: "today isn't any other day" is similar. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: They have <t>about</t> seven candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour
2. definition=all around or on all sides | examples=dirty clothes lying around (or about)
3. definition=in the area or vicinity | examples=a few spectators standing about
4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | examples=wandering about with no place to go
5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction | examples=about face
6. definition=in rotation or succession | examples=turn about is fair play
7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

reasoning_content: We need to match the sentence "They have about seven candidates." to the correct sense. The word "about" here indicates an approximate number. Sense 1: "(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct" with example "lasted approximately an hour". That fits. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Researchers <t>say</t> the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
2. definition=report or maintain | examples=He alleged that he was the victim of a crime
3. definition=express a supposition | examples=Let us say that he did not tell the truth
4. definition=have or contain a certain wording or form | examples=The passage reads as follows
5. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | examples=I said to him to go home
6. definition=speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way | examples=She pronounces French words in a funny way
7. definition=communicate or express nonverbally | examples=What does this painting say?
8. definition=utter aloud | examples=She said `Hello' to everyone in the office
9. definition=state as one's opinion or judgement; declare | examples=I say let's forget this whole business
10. definition=recite or repeat a fixed text | examples=Say grace
11. definition=indicate | examples=The clock says noon

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which numbered sense of "say" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

The researchers are stating a claim or reporting a finding. This aligns with sense 2: "report or maintain" with example "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime". Alternatively, sense 1 "express in words" is too general; sense 9 "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" might also fit but the example "I say let's forget this whole business" is more of a direct opinion. The researchers are reporting a conclusion based on research, which is akin to maintaining or alleging a fact. Sense 2 seems most appropriate.

Thus answer is 2.

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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, <t>alone</t> or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=without any others being included or involved | examples=was entirely to blame
2. definition=without anybody else or anything else | examples=the child stayed home alone

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "alone" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial..." Here "alone" means without any others being included or involved, i.e., by itself. Sense 1: "without any others being included or involved" with example "was entirely to blame". Sense 2: "without anybody else or anything else" with example "the child stayed home alone". The context is about genes acting alone or in combination. That matches sense 1: without any others being included. Sense 2 is more about being physically alone. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in <t>combination</t>, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
2. definition=a coordinated sequence of chess moves
3. definition=a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock | examples=he forgot the combination to the safe
4. definition=a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose | examples=they were a winning combination
5. definition=an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose (formerly to achieve some antisocial end but now for general political or economic purposes)
6. definition=the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order
7. definition=the act of combining things to form a new whole

reasoning_content:
We need to identify which numbered sense of "combination" is used in the sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

The phrase "alone or in combination" means either individually or together with others. Here, "combination" refers to the act of combining or the state of being combined. Let's look at the senses:

1. definition=a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities - This could be interpreted as a collection, but the phrase "in combination" often means acting together, not necessarily a collection.

2. chess moves - irrelevant.

3. combination lock sequence - irrelevant.

4. a group of people - irrelevant.

5. alliance of people/corporations - irrelevant.

6. definition=the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order - This is a mathematical/combinatorial sense.

7. definition=the act of combining things to form a new whole - This is more general.

The sentence uses "in combination" as an adverbial phrase meaning "together" or "in conjunction". The sense likely falls under the act of combining. Sense 7: "the act of combining things to form a new whole" fits. Sense 6 is more about arranging elements without regard to order, which is a specific combinatorial mathematics sense. The context is biological: genes being inactivated together. So it's about the act of combining, not the arrangement order. Sense 1 is a collection, but "in combination" often means "in conjunction" rather than a collection. However, sense 1 could also be interpreted as "in a collection". But the phrasing "alone or in combination" is typical for "alone or together". The dictionary might list "in combination" as a phrase under sense 7. Usually, "in combination" means "together". I'd lean towards sense 7.

Let's double-check: The sentence says "the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination". That means inactivation of one gene alone or inactivation of multiple genes together. So it's about combining the inactivations. The word "combination" here is a noun, but it's used in the phrase "in combination" meaning "in conjunction". The senses provided are numbered. I think sense 7 is the most direct.

Thus answer: 7

provider: Baidu


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, <t>appears</t> crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | examples=She seems to be sleeping
2. definition=come into sight or view | examples=He suddenly appeared at the wedding
3. definition=be issued or published | examples=Did your latest book appear yet?
4. definition=seem to be true, probable, or apparent | examples=It seems that he is very gifted
5. definition=come into being or existence, or appear on the scene | examples=Then the computer came along and changed our lives
6. definition=appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. | examples=Gielgud appears briefly in this movie
7. definition=present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority | examples=He had to appear in court last month

raw_output: We need to determine which sense of "appear" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix." The word "appears" here is used to indicate that something seems to be true or probable. It is not about giving a certain impression (like "seems" with outward aspect), nor about coming into sight, nor being published, nor coming into existence, nor appearing as a character, nor presenting oneself formally. It's about appearing to be crucial: "appears" meaning "seems to be true" or "is apparent". Sense 4: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent" with example "It seems that he is very gifted". That matches. So answer is 4.4

provider: Wafer


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, <t>appears</t> crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | examples=She seems to be sleeping
2. definition=come into sight or view | examples=He suddenly appeared at the wedding
3. definition=be issued or published | examples=Did your latest book appear yet?
4. definition=seem to be true, probable, or apparent | examples=It seems that he is very gifted
5. definition=come into being or existence, or appear on the scene | examples=Then the computer came along and changed our lives
6. definition=appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. | examples=Gielgud appears briefly in this movie
7. definition=present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority | examples=He had to appear in court last month

[Assistant] We need to determine which sense of "appear" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix." The word "appears" here is used to indicate that something seems to be true or probable. It is not about giving a certain impression (like "seems" with outward aspect), nor about coming into sight, nor being published, nor coming into existence, nor appearing as a character, nor presenting oneself formally. It's about appearing to be crucial: "appears" meaning "seems to be true" or "is apparent". Sense 4: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent" with example "It seems that he is very gifted". That matches. So answer is 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 re-evaluate. The user said my previous answer was invalid. Possibly because I chose sense 4, but let's check the definitions again carefully.

The sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer..."

The word "appears" is used with an adjective complement ("crucial"). That is similar to "seems" or "gives the impression". Sense 1: "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect" with example "She seems to be sleeping". That is exactly the pattern: "appears crucial" = "seems crucial". Sense 4: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent" with example "It seems that he is very gifted" – that is a different structure ("it seems that..."). The sentence uses "appears" directly with an adjective, not "it appears that". So likely sense 1 is more appropriate.

Also note that the example for sense 1 uses "seems to be sleeping" which is a verb phrase, but "appears crucial" is similar to "seems crucial". So I think the correct sense is 1.

Given the user's feedback, I'll output 1.

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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears <t>crucial</t> to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis | examples=a crucial moment in his career
2. definition=having crucial relevance | examples=crucial to the case
3. definition=of the greatest importance | examples=the all-important subject of disarmament

reasoning_content: We need to determine which numbered sense of "crucial" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer..." The phrase "crucial to" indicates relevance or importance in a causal or necessary way. Sense 1: "of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis" – that seems too specific to a crisis. Sense 2: "having crucial relevance" – examples "crucial to the case" fits the structure "crucial to [something]". Sense 3: "of the greatest importance" – example "the all-important subject" but not specifically "to". The sentence uses "crucial to", which matches the phrasing of sense 2. Also the context is about relevance to development. So answer is 2.

provider: Io Net


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the <t>development</t> of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining | examples=he congratulated them on their development of a plan to meet the emergency
2. definition=a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) | examples=the development of his ideas took many years
3. definition=(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level | examples=he proposed an indicator of osseous development in children
4. definition=a recent event that has some relevance for the present situation | examples=recent developments in Iraq
5. definition=the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful | examples=the development of Alaskan resources
6. definition=a district that has been developed to serve some purpose | examples=such land is practical for small park developments
7. definition=a state in which things are improving; the result of developing (as in the early part of a game of chess) | examples=after he saw the latest development he changed his mind and became a supporter
8. definition=processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible | examples=the development and printing of his pictures took only two hours
9. definition=(music) the section of a composition or movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes are developed and elaborated

reasoning_content:
We need to identify which numbered sense of "development" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the <t>development</t> of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

The context is about the development of diseases like cancer. This is a process where something (cancer) comes into being or progresses. Sense 2: "a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage)" seems appropriate. Sense 3 is biological growth of an organism, but cancer development is not about an organism growing organically; it's about the progression of a disease. Sense 1 is about improving, not applicable. Sense 4 is a recent event, not. Sense 5 is land development, etc. So sense 2 fits best.

Thus answer: 2

provider: Alibaba


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such <t>scourges</t> as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor)
2. definition=something causing misery or death | examples=the bane of my life
3. definition=a person who inspires fear or dread | examples=he was the terror of the neighborhood

raw_output: We need to find which sense of "scourge" is used in the sentence. The sentence says: "such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix." So here "scourges" refers to diseases like cancer that cause suffering. The definition in sense 2 is "something causing misery or death". That matches. Sense 1 is about a whip, not relevant. Sense 3 is about a person, not relevant. So answer is 2.2


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such <t>scourges</t> as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor)
2. definition=something causing misery or death | examples=the bane of my life
3. definition=a person who inspires fear or dread | examples=he was the terror of the neighborhood

[Assistant] We need to find which sense of "scourge" is used in the sentence. The sentence says: "such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix." So here "scourges" refers to diseases like cancer that cause suffering. The definition in sense 2 is "something causing misery or death". That matches. Sense 1 is about a whip, not relevant. Sense 3 is about a person, not relevant. So answer is 2.2

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 3. Return only the integer.

reasoning_content: We need to output only the number of the correct sense. The correct sense is 2. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as <t>cancer</t> of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

raw_output: We need to determine which sense of "cancer" is used in the sentence. The sentence refers to "cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix" – this is clearly about a medical condition, a malignant growth or tumor. So sense 1 is the correct one. The other senses are about astrology, a zodiac constellation, or a genus of crabs. So answer is 1.1


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as <t>cancer</t> of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

[Assistant] We need to determine which sense of "cancer" is used in the sentence. The sentence refers to "cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix" – this is clearly about a medical condition, a malignant growth or tumor. So sense 1 is the correct one. The other senses are about astrology, a zodiac constellation, or a genus of crabs. So answer is 1.1

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 5. Return only the integer.

reasoning_content: We need to respond with only the number of the correct sense. The sentence clearly uses "cancer" in the medical sense. Sense 1 is the only one that fits. The user says previous answer was invalid, but that's likely a test. The correct answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the <t>brain</t>, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
2. definition=mental ability | examples=he's got plenty of brains but no common sense
3. definition=that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason | examples=his mind wandered
4. definition=someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality | examples=Mozart was a child genius
5. definition=the brain of certain animals used as meat

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "brain" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix." Here "brain" refers to an anatomical organ, specifically the organ in the skull where cancer can occur. Sense 1 is "that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord." That fits. Sense 2 is mental ability, sense 3 is mind, sense 4 is a genius, sense 5 is animal brain as meat. So the correct sense is 1.

provider: GMICloud


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the <t>skin</t>, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch | examples=your skin is the largest organ of your body
2. definition=an outer surface (usually thin) | examples=the skin of an airplane
3. definition=body covering of a living animal
4. definition=a person's skin regarded as their life | examples=he tried to save his skin
5. definition=the rind of a fruit or vegetable
6. definition=a bag serving as a container for liquids; it is made from the hide of an animal

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "skin" is used in the sentence: "cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix." Here, "skin" refers to the organ, the natural protective body covering. That matches sense 1. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and <t>cervix</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body | examples=he admired her long graceful neck
2. definition=necklike opening to the uterus

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "cervix" is used in the sentence. The sentence mentions "cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix". In medical contexts, "cervix" usually refers to the uterine cervix, not the neck. The senses given: 1 is the neck (connecting head to body), 2 is the necklike opening to the uterus. Clearly, in the list of cancers, cervix refers to cervical cancer (uterine cervix). So sense 2. Return only the number.


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

Sentence: There is <t>evidence</t> that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief | examples=the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling
2. definition=an indication that makes something evident | examples=his trembling was evidence of his fear
3. definition=(law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "evidence" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families." This is about scientific evidence linking genetic defects to cancer risk. It's not a legal context, and it's not just an indication like trembling. It's a basis for belief, knowledge on which to base belief. That matches sense 1. So answer is 1.

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

Sentence: There is evidence that if <t>people</t> inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people
2. definition=the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people
3. definition=members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations
4. definition=the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass

reasoning_content: We need to choose which sense of "people" is used in the sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer..." The context is about inheritance of genes, so "people" here refers to human beings in general, not a specific group like citizens or family line. Sense 1: any group of human beings collectively. That fits. Sense 3: members of a family line, but the sentence is about inheriting genes generally, not specifically about a family line. The phrase "these genes" might be familial, but the subject "people" is general. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people <t>inherit</t> defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=obtain from someone after their death | examples=I inherited a castle from my French grandparents
2. definition=receive from a predecessor | examples=The new chairman inherited many problems from the previous chair
3. definition=receive by genetic transmission | examples=I inherited my good eyesight from my mother

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "inherit" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer..." This clearly refers to genetic inheritance, receiving genes from parents. That matches sense 3: "receive by genetic transmission". So answer is 3.

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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective <t>versions</t> of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint | examples=his version of the fight was different from mine
2. definition=something a little different from others of the same type | examples=an experimental version of the night fighter
3. definition=a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form | examples=the play is an adaptation of a short novel
4. definition=a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
5. definition=a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something
6. definition=manual turning of a fetus in the uterus (usually to aid delivery)

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "version" is used in the sentence. The sentence says "defective versions of these genes". Here "versions" refers to different forms or variants of genes. That matches sense 2: "something a little different from others of the same type". The examples include "an experimental version of the night fighter". So the answer is 2.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are <t>especially</t> prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | examples=he was particularly fussy about spelling
2. definition=in a special manner | examples=a specially arranged dinner

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "especially" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are <t>especially</t> prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

Sense 1: to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common - example: he was particularly fussy about spelling. Sense 2: in a special manner - example: a specially arranged dinner.

In context, "especially prone" means more prone than usual, to a greater extent. It's not about manner but degree. So sense 1 fits. Return 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to <t>cancer</t>, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

raw_output: We need to determine which sense of "cancer" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to <t>cancer</t>, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families." The word is used in a medical context referring to a disease. The senses provided: 1 is the medical definition (malignant growth/tumor), 2 is astrological (Cancer as a person), 3 is a constellation, 4 is a zodiac sign, 5 is a type genus of crabs. Clearly the correct sense is 1. So answer: 1.1


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to <t>cancer</t>, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

[Assistant] We need to determine which sense of "cancer" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to <t>cancer</t>, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families." The word is used in a medical context referring to a disease. The senses provided: 1 is the medical definition (malignant growth/tumor), 2 is astrological (Cancer as a person), 3 is a constellation, 4 is a zodiac sign, 5 is a type genus of crabs. Clearly the correct sense is 1. So answer: 1.1

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 5. Return only the integer.

reasoning_content: We need to re-evaluate. The user says previous answer was invalid. But I think it's correct: sense 1 is the medical definition. However, perhaps the user expects only the number, so I'll output 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps <t>explaining</t>, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=make plain and comprehensible | examples=He explained the laws of physics to his students
2. definition=define | examples=The committee explained their plan for fund-raising to the Dean
3. definition=serve as a reason or cause or justification of | examples=Your need to sleep late does not excuse your late arrival at work

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "explain" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps <t>explaining</t>, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families." The word "explaining" here means that the evidence serves as a reason or cause or justification for why some cancers seem to haunt certain families. So it is sense 3: "serve as a reason or cause or justification of". The example given for sense 3 is "Your need to sleep late does not excuse your late arrival at work" which uses "excuse" but similar idea. So answer is 3.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, <t>finally</t>, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
2. definition=as the end result of a succession or process | examples=ultimately he had to give in
3. definition=the item at the end | examples=last, I'll discuss family values

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "finally" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, <t>finally</t>, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

The word "finally" here seems to indicate that after a process or succession, this explanation is reached. It is not about time delay (sense 1) but about the end result of a process. It also is not the item at the end in a list (sense 3) because there is no list. It's more like "ultimately" or "as the end result". So sense 2 fits.

Return only the number: 2

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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some <t>cancers</t> seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "cancer" is used in the sentence. The sentence discusses inherited defective genes causing proneness to cancer, and mentions "cancers" that haunt families. This clearly refers to the disease, malignant growths. Sense 1 is the medical definition. The other senses are astrological or zodiac-related. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers <t>seem</t> to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | examples=She seems to be sleeping
2. definition=seem to be true, probable, or apparent | examples=It seems that he is very gifted
3. definition=appear to exist | examples=There seems no reason to go ahead with the project now
4. definition=appear to one's own mind or opinion | examples=I seem to be misunderstood by everyone

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "seem" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "why some cancers <t>seem</t> to haunt certain families." The context: evidence that defective genes make people prone to cancer, perhaps explaining why some cancers seem to haunt certain families. This is about appearance or impression: it appears that certain cancers are hereditary or recurrent in families. Sense 1: give a certain impression or outward aspect (She seems to be sleeping). That could fit: cancers give the impression of haunting families. Sense 2: seem to be true, probable, or apparent (It seems that he is very gifted). That is about likelihood or apparent truth. The sentence is about why it appears that cancers haunt families, which is an observation. Sense 3: appear to exist (There seems no reason). That is more about existence, not quite. Sense 4: appear to one's own mind or opinion (I seem to be misunderstood). That is personal opinion. The sentence is about a general observation, not personal. The best fit is sense 2: it seems to be true or apparent that some cancers haunt families. But let's check: "seem to haunt" - the verb "haunt" is an action, so "seem" gives an impression. Sense 1 is about "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect" with example "She seems to be sleeping" - that is exactly similar structure: "cancers seem to haunt". So sense 1 works. Sense 2 is more about "it seems that" construction. Here it's "seem to" + verb. Both 1 and 2 are close. The definitions: sense1: give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect. sense2: seem to be true, probable, or apparent. The nuance: sense1 is about appearance, sense2 about truth/probability. In the sentence, it's about why it appears (the impression) that cancers haunt families. The word "perhaps explaining, finally" indicates that this is an explanation for an observed phenomenon. So it's about the impression. I'd lean towards sense1. But let's see the examples: sense1 example "She seems to be sleeping" is parallel. sense2 example "It seems that he is very gifted" uses different structure. The sentence uses "some cancers seem to haunt" which matches sense1 structure. Also, sense3 "appear to exist" is different: "There seems no reason" is existential. sense4 is personal. So sense1 is most appropriate. Therefore answer is 1


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt <t>certain</t> families.

Senses:
1. definition=definite but not specified or identified | examples=set aside a certain sum each week
2. definition=having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | examples=felt certain of success
3. definition=established beyond doubt or question; definitely known | examples=what is certain is that every effect must have a cause
4. definition=certain to occur; destined or inevitable; ; ; - Benjamin Franklin | examples=he was certain to fail
5. definition=established irrevocably | examples=his fate is sealed
6. definition=reliable in operation or effect | examples=a quick and certain remedy
7. definition=exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance | examples=be certain to disconnect the iron when you are through

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "certain" is used in the sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families." The word "certain" here modifies "families". It means particular families, but not specified which ones. That matches sense 1: "definite but not specified or identified". So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain <t>families</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a social unit living together | examples=he moved his family to Virginia
2. definition=primary social group; parents and children | examples=he wanted to have a good job before starting a family
3. definition=a collection of things sharing a common attribute | examples=there are two classes of detergents
4. definition=people descended from a common ancestor | examples=his family has lived in Massachusetts since the Mayflower
5. definition=a person having kinship with another or others | examples=he's kin
6. definition=(biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more genera | examples=sharks belong to the fish family
7. definition=a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities
8. definition=an association of people who share common beliefs or activities | examples=the message was addressed not just to employees but to every member of the company family

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "family" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families." Here, "families" refers to groups of people related by blood or descent, as the context is about inherited defective genes causing cancer proneness in certain lineages. That matches sense 4: "people descended from a common ancestor." The example given for sense 4 is "his family has lived in Massachusetts since the Mayflower." So answer is 4.


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

Sentence: The <t>story</t> of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects.

Senses:
1. definition=a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program | examples=his narrative was interesting
2. definition=a piece of fiction that narrates a chain of related events | examples=he writes stories for the magazines
3. definition=a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale | examples=what level is the office on?
4. definition=a record or narrative description of past events | examples=a history of France
5. definition=a short account of the news | examples=the report of his speech
6. definition=a trivial lie | examples=he told a fib about eating his spinach

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "story" is used in the sentence. The sentence talks about the "story of tumor-suppressor genes" going back to the 1970s, referring to a narrative or historical account of the discovery. This aligns with sense 4: "a record or narrative description of past events" with example "a history of France". So answer is 4.


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

Sentence: The story of tumor-suppressor genes <t>goes back</t> to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects.

Senses:
1. definition=belong to an earlier time | examples=This story dates back 200 years
2. definition=return in thought or speech to something
3. definition=regain a former condition after a financial loss | examples=We expect the stocks to recover to $2.90

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "go back" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s..." This refers to the origin or belonging to an earlier time, similar to "dates back". Sense 1 is "belong to an earlier time" with example "This story dates back 200 years". That matches. Sense 2 is about returning in thought or speech, not applicable. Sense 3 is about regaining former condition financially, not relevant. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician <t>named</t> Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects.

Senses:
1. definition=assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | examples=They named their son David
2. definition=give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property | examples=Many senators were named in connection with the scandal
3. definition=charge with a function; charge to be | examples=She was named Head of the Committee
4. definition=create and charge with a task or function | examples=nominate a committee
5. definition=mention and identify by name | examples=name your accomplices!
6. definition=make reference to | examples=His name was mentioned in connection with the invention
7. definition=identify as in botany or biology, for example
8. definition=give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of | examples=List the states west of the Mississippi
9. definition=determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis

reasoning_content:
We need to identify which sense of "name" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed..." Here "named" means "having the name" or "called". It is used to specify the name of the pediatrician. This matches sense 1: "assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to" with example "They named their son David". In the sentence, it's passive: a pediatrician named... meaning a pediatrician who was named Alfred. So sense 1.

Thus answer: 1.


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

Sentence: The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. <t>proposed</t> that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects.

Senses:
1. definition=make a proposal, declare a plan for something | examples=the senator proposed to abolish the sales tax
2. definition=present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. | examples=He proposed a new plan for dealing with terrorism
3. definition=propose or intend | examples=I aim to arrive at noon
4. definition=put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position | examples=The President nominated her as head of the Civil Rights Commission
5. definition=ask (someone) to marry you | examples=he popped the question on Sunday night

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "propose" is used in the sentence: "The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects."

The sentence describes a scientific hypothesis or theory being put forward. This matches sense 2: "present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc." The example is "He proposed a new plan for dealing with terrorism" which is similar to proposing a theory. Sense 1 is about making a proposal or declaring a plan, but it's more about a plan of action. Sense 3 is about intending. Sense 4 is about nominating for an office. Sense 5 is about marriage proposal. So the correct sense is 2.

Return only the number.


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

Sentence: The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma <t>stemmed</t> from two separate genetic defects.

Senses:
1. definition=grow out of, have roots in, originate in | examples=The increase in the national debt stems from the last war
2. definition=cause to point inward | examples=stem your skis
3. definition=stop the flow of a liquid | examples=staunch the blood flow
4. definition=remove the stem from | examples=for automatic natural language processing, the words must be stemmed

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "stem" is used in the sentence: "The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects." The word "stemmed" here means originated from or had its source in. That matches sense 1: "grow out of, have roots in, originate in". So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two <t>separate</t> genetic defects.

Senses:
1. definition=independent; not united or joint | examples=a problem consisting of two separate issues
2. definition=standing apart; not attached to or supported by anything | examples=a freestanding bell tower
3. definition=separated according to race, sex, class, or religion | examples=separate but equal
4. definition=have the connection undone; having become separate

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "separate" is used in the sentence: "The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects." The word "separate" here means distinct, independent from each other, not united or joint. That matches sense 1: "independent; not united or joint". The example "a problem consisting of two separate issues" is analogous. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate <t>genetic</t> defects.

Senses:
1. definition=occurring among members of a family usually by heredity | examples=an inherited disease
2. definition=of or relating to or produced by or being a gene | examples=genic combinations
3. definition=pertaining to or referring to origin | examples=genetic history reconstructs the origins of a literary work
4. definition=of or relating to the science of genetics | examples=genetic research

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "genetic" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate <t>genetic</t> defects."

The word "genetic" is modifying "defects". The context is about tumor-suppressor genes and a proposal that retinoblastoma comes from two separate genetic defects. This clearly relates to genes and genetics. Let's examine the senses:

1. "occurring among members of a family usually by heredity" - this would be like inherited disease. But the sentence doesn't emphasize family or heredity, it's about defects in genes themselves.
2. "of or relating to or produced by or being a gene" - this seems directly about genes. "genetic defects" means defects in genes. This fits well.
3. "pertaining to or referring to origin" - this is about origin, like genetic history of a literary work. Not relevant.
4. "of or relating to the science of genetics" - this could also be, but it's more about the science. However, "genetic defects" are defects in genes, so it's about the gene itself, not the science of genetics.

The best fit is sense 2: "of or relating to or produced by or being a gene". The example given is "genic combinations", which is similar. So answer is 2.

Thus, return only the number: 2.


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

Sentence: The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic <t>defects</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=an imperfection in a bodily system | examples=visual defects
2. definition=a failing or deficiency | examples=that interpretation is an unfortunate defect of our lack of information
3. definition=an imperfection in an object or machine | examples=a flaw caused the crystal to shatter
4. definition=a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) | examples=a facial blemish

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "defect" is used in the sentence: "The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic <t>defects</t>."

The context is genetic defects, meaning imperfections in the genetic system. The senses: 1 is an imperfection in a bodily system (examples: visual defects). That fits: genetic defects are imperfections in the bodily system (the genome). 2 is a failing or deficiency (like a lack of information), not quite. 3 is an imperfection in an object or machine, not biological. 4 is a mark or flaw that spoils appearance, like a blemish. So sense 1 is the best.

Return only the number: 1

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

Sentence: He <t>theorized</t> that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds | examples=Scientists supposed that large dinosaurs lived in swamps
2. definition=construct a theory about | examples=Galileo theorized the motion of the stars
3. definition=form or construct theories | examples=he thinks and theorizes all day

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "theorize" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other." This is a statement of a hypothesis or belief based on reasoning, not necessarily constructing a full theory. Sense 1: "to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds" fits. Sense 2 is about constructing a theory about something, like Galileo's law. Sense 3 is about forming theories generally, not a specific instance. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: He theorized that in the <t>eye</t> cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=the organ of sight
2. definition=good discernment (either visually or as if visually) | examples=she has an eye for fresh talent
3. definition=attention to what is seen | examples=he tried to catch her eye
4. definition=an area that is approximately central within some larger region | examples=it is in the center of town
5. definition=a small hole or loop (as in a needle) | examples=the thread wouldn't go through the eye

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "eye" is used in the sentence: "He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other." The phrase is "eye cancer" meaning cancer of the eye. This refers to the organ of sight. So sense 1.


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

Sentence: He theorized that in the eye <t>cancer</t>, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "cancer" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "He theorized that in the eye <t>cancer</t>, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other." This clearly refers to a medical condition, a cancer of the eye (likely retinoblastoma). So the sense is the first one: any malignant growth or tumor. Therefore answer is 1.

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

Sentence: He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant <t>inherited</t> a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=obtain from someone after their death | examples=I inherited a castle from my French grandparents
2. definition=receive from a predecessor | examples=The new chairman inherited many problems from the previous chair
3. definition=receive by genetic transmission | examples=I inherited my good eyesight from my mother

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "inherit" is used in the sentence. The sentence says: "He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other." This clearly refers to genetic transmission, not property or problems. So sense 3. Return only the number.


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

Sentence: He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a <t>damaged</t> copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=harmed or injured or spoiled | examples=I won't buy damaged goods
2. definition=being unjustly brought into disrepute | examples=a discredited politician

raw_output: We need to identify which sense of "damaged" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a <t>damaged</t> copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other." Here, "damaged" refers to a copy of a gene that is harmed or injured, i.e., not functioning properly. This is about physical or functional damage, not about disrepute. So sense 1: "harmed or injured or spoiled" fits. Sense 2 is about being brought into disrepute, which doesn't apply. Thus answer is 1.1


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

Sentence: He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a <t>damaged</t> copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=harmed or injured or spoiled | examples=I won't buy damaged goods
2. definition=being unjustly brought into disrepute | examples=a discredited politician

[Assistant] We need to identify which sense of "damaged" is used in the given sentence. The sentence: "He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a <t>damaged</t> copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other." Here, "damaged" refers to a copy of a gene that is harmed or injured, i.e., not functioning properly. This is about physical or functional damage, not about disrepute. So sense 1: "harmed or injured or spoiled" fits. Sense 2 is about being brought into disrepute, which doesn't apply. Thus answer is 1.1

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 2. Return only the integer.

reasoning_content: We need to output just the number. The sentence clearly uses "damaged" in the sense of harmed or injured (a damaged gene). So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged <t>copy</t> of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
2. definition=a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing | examples=she made a copy of the designer dress
3. definition=matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials
4. definition=material suitable for a journalistic account | examples=catastrophes make good copy

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "copy" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other." The word "copy" here refers to a version of a gene, i.e., one of two alleles. It is not a reproduction of a written record (sense 1), not a thing made to be similar (sense 2, though it is similar in concept, but it's specifically a genetic copy, not a manufactured copy), not matter to be printed (sense 3), not journalistic material (sense 4). However, sense 2 says "a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing" - a gene copy is indeed a copy of a gene, but it's an inherited copy, not made. The closest might be sense 2. But let's see: In genetics, "copy" means one of the two alleles. The definition of sense 2 is broad. The other senses are clearly wrong. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one <t>parent</t> and a normal copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "parent" is used in the sentence. The sentence is about inheriting a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other. This is clearly about human parents, i.e., father or mother. Sense 1 is "a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian". Sense 2 is about organisms in general. Since the sentence discusses an infant and eye cancer, it's about human parents. So sense 1 is correct. Return only the number.


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

Sentence: He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a <t>normal</t> copy from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal | examples=serve wine at normal room temperature
2. definition=in accordance with scientific laws
3. definition=being approximately average or within certain limits in e.g. intelligence and development | examples=a perfectly normal child
4. definition=forming a right angle

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a <t>normal</t> copy from the other." We need to choose which sense of "normal" (from the list) is used. The senses are:

1. definition=conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal | examples=serve wine at normal room temperature
2. definition=in accordance with scientific laws
3. definition=being approximately average or within certain limits in e.g. intelligence and development | examples=a perfectly normal child
4. definition=forming a right angle

The sentence is about genetics: a damaged copy vs. a normal copy. In this context, "normal" means the typical, undamaged, or standard version of the gene. That aligns with sense 1: "conforming with or constituting a norm or standard... not abnormal". It does not refer to scientific laws (sense 2), nor to average intelligence (sense 3), nor to a right angle (sense 4). So it's sense 1.

Thus answer: 1.


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

Sentence: He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal <t>copy</t> from the other.

Senses:
1. definition=a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
2. definition=a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing | examples=she made a copy of the designer dress
3. definition=matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials
4. definition=material suitable for a journalistic account | examples=catastrophes make good copy

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "copy" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "He theorized that in the eye cancer, an infant inherited a damaged copy of a gene from one parent and a normal copy from the other." Here, "copy" refers to a version of a gene. This is not a reproduction of a written record (sense 1), not a thing made to be similar (sense 2, though it could be argued that a gene copy is a similar thing, but it's more about an instance of a gene), not matter to be printed (sense 3), and not material for journalistic account (sense 4). The sense that fits is likely sense 2: a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing. In genetics, a copy of a gene is an instance of that gene, which is similar or identical to the original. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: The tumor, he suggested, <t>developed</t> when the second, normal copy also was damaged.

Senses:
1. definition=make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation | examples=Her company developed a new kind of building material that withstands all kinds of weather
2. definition=work out | examples=We have developed a new theory of evolution
3. definition=gain through experience | examples=I acquired a strong aversion to television
4. definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | examples=He grew a beard
5. definition=come into existence; take on form or shape | examples=A new religious movement originated in that country
6. definition=change the use of and make available or usable | examples=develop land
7. definition=elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses | examples=Could you develop the ideas in your thesis
8. definition=create by training and teaching | examples=The old master is training world-class violinists
9. definition=be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest | examples=The plot developed slowly
10. definition=grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment | examples=A flower developed on the branch
11. definition=become technologically advanced | examples=Many countries in Asia are now developing at a very fast pace
12. definition=cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development | examples=The perfect climate here develops the grain
13. definition=generate gradually | examples=We must develop more potential customers
14. definition=grow emotionally or mature | examples=The child developed beautifully in her new kindergarten
15. definition=make visible by means of chemical solutions | examples=Please develop this roll of film for me
16. definition=superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry
17. definition=move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions | examples=Spassky developed quickly
18. definition=move into a strategically more advantageous position | examples=develop the rook
19. definition=elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme | examples=develop the melody and change the key
20. definition=happen | examples=Report the news as it develops
21. definition=expand in the form of a series | examples=Develop the function in the following form

reasoning_content: We need to match the sentence: "The tumor, he suggested, developed when the second, normal copy also was damaged." This describes the tumor coming into existence or forming when damage occurred. Sense 4 is about coming to have or undergo a change of physical features (e.g., "He grew a beard"), but tumor development is more about coming into existence. Sense 5: "come into existence; take on form or shape" fits well: "A new religious movement originated in that country." So sense 5. Also sense 10: "grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth..." but that is more about growth after existence. The tumor "developed" when damaged, meaning it formed. Sense 5 is best.


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

Sentence: The tumor, he suggested, developed when the <t>second</t>, normal copy also was damaged.

Senses:
1. definition=coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude
2. definition=a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first | examples=second flute

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "second" is used in the sentence. The sentence: "The tumor, he suggested, developed when the <t>second</t>, normal copy also was damaged." Here "second" refers to a second copy, meaning another copy after the first. This is about order, not about musical parts or pitch. So sense 1: coming next after the first. Answer: 1.


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

Sentence: The tumor, he suggested, developed when the second, <t>normal</t> copy also was damaged.

Senses:
1. definition=conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal | examples=serve wine at normal room temperature
2. definition=in accordance with scientific laws
3. definition=being approximately average or within certain limits in e.g. intelligence and development | examples=a perfectly normal child
4. definition=forming a right angle

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "normal" is used in the sentence: "The tumor, he suggested, developed when the second, normal copy also was damaged." The context is about a tumor developing when a second copy (presumably of a gene) that is normal is damaged. Here "normal" likely means the standard, unmutated copy, conforming to the typical or expected form. That aligns with sense 1: conforming with or constituting a norm or standard. Sense 2 is about scientific laws, not directly applicable. Sense 3 is about average intelligence/development. Sense 4 is about right angle. So answer is 1.


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

Sentence: The tumor, he suggested, developed when the second, normal <t>copy</t> also was damaged.

Senses:
1. definition=a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
2. definition=a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing | examples=she made a copy of the designer dress
3. definition=matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials
4. definition=material suitable for a journalistic account | examples=catastrophes make good copy

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "copy" is used in the sentence: "The tumor, he suggested, developed when the second, normal <t>copy</t> also was damaged." Here, "copy" refers to a second, normal copy of something (likely a gene or chromosome). The context is about a tumor developing when a second copy (of a gene) is damaged. This is a biological context: often we talk about having two copies of a gene, one from each parent. So "copy" here means a duplicate or identical version of something, like a gene. That matches sense 2: "a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing". The example given is "she made a copy of the designer dress", but it's similar. Sense 1 is about reproduction of a written record, sense 3 is about matter to be printed, sense 4 is about journalistic material. So sense 2 is correct. Return only the number.


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

Sentence: The tumor, he suggested, developed when the second, normal copy also was <t>damaged</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=harmed or injured or spoiled | examples=I won't buy damaged goods
2. definition=being unjustly brought into disrepute | examples=a discredited politician

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "damaged" is used in the sentence: "The tumor, he suggested, developed when the second, normal copy also was damaged." The context is about a tumor and a normal copy (likely a gene copy). The word "damaged" here refers to physical or biological harm, not to reputation. So sense 1 fits. Return only the number.


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

Sentence: But there was no <t>way</t> to prove Dr. Knudson's "two-hit "theory.

Senses:
1. definition=how something is done or how it happens | examples=her dignified manner
2. definition=how a result is obtained or an end is achieved | examples=a means of control
3. definition=a line leading to a place or point | examples=he looked the other direction
4. definition=the condition of things generally | examples=that's the way it is
5. definition=a course of conduct | examples=the path of virtue
6. definition=any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another | examples=he said he was looking for the way out
7. definition=a journey or passage | examples=they are on the way
8. definition=space for movement | examples=room to pass
9. definition=the property of distance in general | examples=it's a long way to Moscow
10. definition=doing as one pleases or chooses | examples=if I had my way
11. definition=a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' | examples=they didn't have much in the way of clothing
12. definition=a portion of something divided into shares | examples=they split the loot three ways

reasoning_content: We need to parse the sentence: "But there was no <t>way</t> to prove Dr. Knudson's 'two-hit' theory." The word "way" here is used in the sense of "method" or "means" to achieve something. Specifically, it's about how to prove the theory. Looking at the senses: sense 1 is "how something is done or how it happens" with example "her dignified manner" - that's more about manner, not necessarily a means to an end. Sense 2 is "how a result is obtained or an end is achieved" with example "a means of control" - that fits well: "no way to prove" means no method or means to prove. Sense 3 is a line leading to a place; sense 4 is condition of things; sense 5 is a course of conduct; sense 6 is artifact like road; sense 7 is journey; sense 8 is space; sense 9 is distance; sense 10 is doing as one pleases; sense 11 is category; sense 12 is portion. Clearly sense 2 is the best match. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: But there was no way to <t>prove</t> Dr. Knudson's "two-hit "theory.

Senses:
1. definition=be shown or be found to be | examples=She proved to be right
2. definition=establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment | examples=The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound
3. definition=provide evidence for | examples=The blood test showed that he was the father
4. definition=prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof
5. definition=put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to | examples=This approach has been tried with good results
6. definition=increase in volume | examples=the dough rose slowly in the warm room
7. definition=cause to puff up with a leaven | examples=unleavened bread
8. definition=take a trial impression of
9. definition=obtain probate of | examples=prove a will

reasoning_content: We need to determine which sense of "prove" is used in the sentence: "But there was no way to prove Dr. Knudson's 'two-hit' theory." The context is about establishing the validity of a scientific theory. Sense 2: "establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment" fits. Sense 3 is "provide evidence for" which is similar but sense 2 explicitly mentions establishing validity. The sentence is about proving a theory, which is establishing its validity. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: But there was no way to prove Dr. Knudson's "two-hit "<t>theory</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena | examples=theories can incorporate facts and laws and tested hypotheses
2. definition=a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena | examples=a scientific hypothesis that survives experimental testing becomes a scientific theory
3. definition=a belief that can guide behavior | examples=the architect has a theory that more is less

reasoning_content: We need to identify which sense of "theory" is used in the sentence: "But there was no way to prove Dr. Knudson's 'two-hit' theory." The context suggests that Dr. Knudson's theory is a scientific hypothesis or explanation about cancer (the two-hit hypothesis). The phrase "no way to prove" indicates it is a tentative idea not yet verified. Sense 2 is "a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena." The example given: "a scientific hypothesis that survives experimental testing becomes a scientific theory" matches this. Sense 1 is a well-substantiated explanation, but the sentence says there was no way to prove it, so it's not yet substantiated. Sense 3 is about belief guiding behavior, not relevant. So answer is 2.


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

Sentence: <t>Back</t> then, scientists had no way of ferreting out specific genes, but under a microscope they could see the 23 pairs of chromosomes in the cells that contain the genes.

Senses:
1. definition=in or to or toward a former location | examples=she went back to her parents' house
2. definition=at or to or toward the back or rear | examples=he moved back
3. definition=in or to or toward an original condition | examples=he went back to sleep
4. definition=in or to or toward a past time | examples=set the clocks back an hour
5. definition=in reply | examples=he wrote back three days later
6. definition=in repayment or retaliation | examples=we paid back everything we had borrowed

raw_output:
We are given a sentence: "Back then, scientists had no way of ferreting out specific genes, but under a microscope they could see the 23 pairs of chromosomes in the cells that contain the genes."

The phrase "Back then" is used. The word "back" is marked with <t></t>. We need to choose the correct sense from the list. The senses are all adverbial senses of "back". The phrase "back then" means "in the past" or "at a previous time". Sense 4 says: "in or to or toward a past time". That matches. Sense 1 is about former location, sense 2 about rear, sense 3 about original condition, etc. So the correct sense is 4. Return only the number.4