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

Sentence: The cops didn't suspect a thing, and I <t>thought</t> it was a coincidence.

Senses:
1. definition=judge or regard; look upon; judge | examples=I think he is very smart
2. definition=expect, believe, or suppose | examples=I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel
3. definition=use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments | examples=I've been thinking all day and getting nowhere
4. definition=recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection | examples=I can't remember saying any such thing
5. definition=imagine or visualize | examples=Just think--you could be rich one day!
6. definition=focus one's attention on a certain state | examples=Think big
7. definition=have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
8. definition=decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting | examples=Can you think what to do next?
9. definition=ponder; reflect on, or reason about | examples=Think the matter through
10. definition=dispose the mind in a certain way | examples=Do you really think so?
11. definition=have or formulate in the mind | examples=think good thoughts
12. definition=be capable of conscious thought | examples=Man is the only creature that thinks
13. definition=bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation | examples=She thought herself into a state of panic over the final exam

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which sense of "think" (marked with <t></t>) matches the use in the sentence: "The cops didn't suspect a thing, and I <t>thought</t> it was a coincidence."

Let's look at the senses provided:

1. judge or regard; look upon; judge | examples=I think he is very smart
2. expect, believe, or suppose | examples=I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel
3. use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments | examples=I've been thinking all day and getting nowhere
4. recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection | examples=I can't remember saying any such thing
5. imagine or visualize | examples=Just think--you could be rich one day!
6. focus one's attention on a certain state | examples=Think big
7. have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
8. decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting | examples=Can you think what to do next?
9. ponder; reflect on, or reason about | examples=Think the matter through
10. dispose the mind in a certain way | examples=Do you really think so?
11. have or formulate in the mind | examples=think good thoughts
12. be capable of conscious thought | examples=Man is the only creature that thinks
13. bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation | examples=She thought herself into a state of panic over the final exam

Now, the sentence: "I thought it was a coincidence" means "I believed/supposed it was a coincidence." This is a belief about a past event, not an active process of reasoning or judgment in a deep sense. It aligns with sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose." The example given for sense 2 is "I imagine she earned a lot of money..." which uses "imagine," but the definition clearly includes "believe" or "suppose," which fits "thought" in this context.

Checking other senses: sense 1 is "judge or regard," but the sentence doesn't involve a judgment of quality (like "I think he is very smart"). Sense 10 is "dispose the mind in a certain way" with example "Do you really think so?" which is similar, but sense 2 is more directly "expect, believe, or suppose." In many dictionaries, "think" meaning "believe" is a distinct sense. I'll go with sense 2.

Thus, the answer is 2.


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

Sentence: The cops didn't suspect a thing, and I thought it was a <t>coincidence</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental
2. definition=the quality of occupying the same position or area in space | examples=he waited for the coincidence of the target and the cross hairs
3. definition=the temporal property of two things happening at the same time | examples=the interval determining the coincidence gate is adjustable

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reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "The cops didn't suspect a thing, and I thought it was a coincidence."

We need to identify which numbered sense of "coincidence" (with the tags) is used.

The three senses provided:
1. an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental
2. the quality of occupying the same position or area in space (example: he waited for the coincidence of the target and the cross hairs)
3. the temporal property of two things happening at the same time (example: the interval determining the coincidence gate is adjustable)

The sentence context: Someone says the cops didn't suspect anything, and the speaker thought it was a coincidence. This implies that something happened that could be seen as suspicious or arranged, but the speaker believed it was accidental. So the meaning matches sense 1: an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental.

The other senses are about spatial or temporal coincidence, which don't fit the context.

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.

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

Sentence: After all, I didn't <t>know</t> you, Pete.

Senses:
1. definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | examples=I know that the President lied to the people
2. definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit
3. definition=be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt | examples=I know that I left the key on the table
4. definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer
5. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | examples=I know the feeling!
6. definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
7. definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin
8. definition=have sexual intercourse with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm
9. definition=know the nature or character of | examples=we all knew her as a big show-off
10. definition=be able to distinguish, recognize as being different | examples=The child knows right from wrong
11. definition=perceive as familiar | examples=I know this voice!

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'know' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "After all, I didn't <t>know</t> you, Pete."

We need to pick among the provided senses 1 to 11.

Let's analyze the sentence. "I didn't know you, Pete." This means the speaker was not acquainted with Pete, not familiar with him as a person. It's about being familiar or acquainted with a person.

Looking at the senses:
1. be cognizant or aware of a fact... (know that...)
2. know how to do...
3. be aware of the truth... know that...
4. be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object. Example: She doesn't know this composer. This matches "I didn't know you, Pete."
5. firsthand knowledge of states, emotions, sensations. Example: I know the feeling!
6. accept someone's authority...
7. have fixed in the mind (I know Latin)
8. sexual intercourse...
9. know the nature or character of (we all knew her as a big show-off)
10. distinguish (know right from wrong)
11. perceive as familiar (I know this voice)

The most direct match is sense 4: "be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object". The object here is "you", Pete, a person.

Thus answer is 4.

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[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: "But if you <t>say</t> you managed it "

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 are given a sentence: "But if you <t>say</t> you managed it"

We need to determine which numbered sense of "say" is used in the sentence. The senses are provided with definitions and examples.

Let's analyze the sentence: "But if you say you managed it"
The phrase is a bit incomplete, but it roughly means: "But if you claim/report that you managed it."

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

In the sentence "if you say you managed it", it means "if you claim/state that you managed it". This is a reported statement, similar to "He said that..." but in the first person. The sense "report or maintain" fits because it's about asserting something. Also sense 1 "express in words" is very broad, but sense 2 "report or maintain" is more specific to claiming something as a fact. However, sense 1 examples: "He said that he wanted to marry her" is similar in structure: "you say [that] you managed it". Is there a nuance?
Let's check the example for sense 2: "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime" (report or maintain).
Sense 1 is just "express in words". The sentence "if you say you managed it" is expressing words, but the focus is on the claim. In many dictionaries, "say" with a clause as object (say that...) is often "express in words" or "report/maintain". But let's see which one is more precise. The given senses are specific. Sense 1 definition: express in words. Example: He said that he wanted to marry her.
Sense 2 definition: report or maintain. Example: He alleged that he was the victim of a crime.
The difference: Sense 1 is the basic act of verbal expression. Sense 2 implies asserting a claim, often used when the truth is in question. In "But if you say you managed it", there's an implication of a claim (maybe dubious). It could be either. However, the instruction says "Return only the number of the correct sense." Usually these tasks are from a dictionary where fine distinctions are made. The sentence "if you say you managed it" is probably using "say" to mean "claim" or "assert", which aligns with sense 2. But "He said that he wanted to marry her" in sense 1 is also structurally identical. I need to think about what the intended sense is.
Often, "say + clause" in the sense of "state as a fact, claim" is defined as "report or maintain". Sense 1 might be more about direct quotes or simple expression.
Another clue: Sense 8 is "utter aloud" (She said 'Hello'). That's for direct speech. Sense 1 is "express in words" with a that-clause. Sense 2 is "report or maintain" with a that-clause. The example for sense 2 is "He alleged...". Alleging is a subset of saying. "If you say you managed it" can be synonymous with "if you claim you managed it". So sense 2 seems likely.

Let's see other senses:
9: state as one's opinion (I say let's forget this...) This is more like making a suggestion.
3: express a supposition (Let us say that...). That's hypothetical.
I think 2 is the best match because it implies "claim" or "report", which fits "you say you managed it".
Sense 1 might be too broad, but the example "He said that he wanted to marry her" is very similar. Why would they separate 1 and 2? Perhaps sense 1 is just expressing words without the connotation of claiming something potentially dubious. In "He said that he wanted to marry her", it's just reporting his words. In "But if you say you managed it", the "say" could be challenged, so "report or maintain" fits better. However, I'm leaning towards 2, but I need to be careful.
Sometimes in these tasks, the sentence is a direct example of the sense. Is "But if you say you managed it" an example of sense 2? The examples given for sense 2: "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime". The word "say" could be replaced by "allege" or "claim". That's exactly what "say" means here.
Thus, I'll go with 2.

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

Sentence: "But if you say you <t>managed</t> it "

Senses:
1. definition=be successful; achieve a goal | examples=She succeeded in persuading us all
2. definition=be in charge of, act on, or dispose of | examples=I can deal with this crew of workers
3. definition=come to terms with | examples=We got by on just a gallon of gas
4. definition=watch and direct | examples=Who is overseeing this project?
5. definition=achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods
6. definition=carry on or function | examples=We could do with a little more help around here
7. definition=handle effectively | examples=The burglar wielded an axe

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "But if you say you managed it " and we need to choose which numbered sense of "manage" is used. The word is enclosed in <t> tags. We have 7 senses with definitions and sometimes examples. We must output only the number.

First, analyze the sentence: "But if you say you managed it". This is a fragment. "managed it" means you succeeded in doing it, you achieved it. The object "it" refers to some task. Sense 1: "be successful; achieve a goal", example: "She succeeded in persuading us all". This matches "managed it" meaning "succeeded in doing it". Sense 7: "handle effectively", example: "The burglar wielded...?" Wait, 7 says "handle effectively | The burglar wielded..." Actually, the example for 7 is "The burglar wielded..."? The user provided: "7. definition=handle effectively | examples=The burglar wielded..." Wait, the text says: "The burglar wielded...?" No, the user wrote: "7. definition=handle effectively | examples=The burglar wielded..." It looks like it's cut off. But typically "manage" as in "manage a situation" or "manage a task" can mean handle effectively. However, the phrase "managed it" usually implies success in achieving something, which is sense 1. Sense 3 is "come to terms with" (get by). Sense 5 is achieve by trickery. The most straightforward sense for "managed it" is sense 1: be successful; achieve a goal. I'll select 1.


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

Sentence: The <t>stranger</t> was hooked.

Senses:
1. definition=anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
2. definition=an individual that one is not acquainted with

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "The <t>stranger</t> was hooked." and two senses of the word "stranger". We need to choose which numbered sense matches the usage.

Sense 1: "anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found"
Sense 2: "an individual that one is not acquainted with"

The sentence is ambiguous without more context, but "was hooked" could imply someone became addicted (e.g., to drugs) or was caught (like a fish hook). "Stranger" might refer to a person not known (sense 2) or an outsider (sense 1). However, typical phrasing "The stranger was hooked" could mean a person unknown to the speaker became addicted. But "hooked" could also be literal (caught by a hook). Without context, the most common meaning of "stranger" is someone you don't know (sense 2). However, let's consider if "stranger" as "outsider" fits "hooked". For example, "He was a stranger to the group and got hooked on their lifestyle." Both are plausible. The instruction says "Return only the number of the correct sense." This implies there is a correct answer based on typical usage or maybe a specific interpretation. In many NLP datasets (like Senseval), "stranger" as a person unknown is more frequent. Also, "was hooked" might be a phrase from a specific context. Without further context, I'll go with sense 2 as it's the primary definition. But let's think: "hooked" could mean addicted, which doesn't necessarily require the person to be an outsider, just unknown. Sense 1 emphasizes "does not belong", which is less common. I'd choose 2.


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

Sentence: The stranger was <t>hooked</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=fasten with a hook
2. definition=rip off; ask an unreasonable price
3. definition=make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle | examples=She sat there crocheting all day
4. definition=hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels to the left
5. definition=take by theft | examples=Someone snitched my wallet!
6. definition=make off with belongings of others
7. definition=hit with a hook | examples=His opponent hooked him badly
8. definition=catch with a hook | examples=hook a fish
9. definition=to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)
10. definition=secure with the foot | examples=hook the ball
11. definition=entice and trap | examples=The car salesman had snared three potential customers
12. definition=approach with an offer of sexual favors | examples=he was solicited by a prostitute

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "The stranger was <t>hooked</t>."

We need to determine which numbered sense of "hook" is used. The senses are provided, and we must return only the number.

Let's analyze the sentence: "The stranger was hooked." This is passive voice. "Hooked" can have various meanings. The phrase doesn't have additional context like "The stranger was hooked on drugs" or "The stranger was hooked by a fisherman." Without further context, it's ambiguous, but we must choose the most likely sense from the list. However, the list includes specific definitions. Let's examine each:

1. fasten with a hook
2. rip off; ask an unreasonable price
3. crochet
4. hit a ball with spin
5. take by theft
6. make off with belongings
7. hit with a hook (punch)
8. catch with a hook (fish)
9. to cause to become dependent (on drugs)
10. secure with the foot (sports?)
11. entice and trap
12. approach with an offer of sexual favors (solicit)

In the sentence, "The stranger was hooked." Could mean the stranger was caught (like a fish), or the stranger became addicted (sense 9), or the stranger was entrapped (sense 11), etc. Without context, it's tricky. Perhaps the most common standalone phrase "was hooked" means "became addicted" – e.g., "He was hooked on heroin." But the sentence is just "The stranger was hooked," which could be a shortened form of that. Alternatively, in a narrative, "The stranger was hooked" might mean he was caught by a hook, or maybe it's a slang term. However, we must rely on the specific definitions provided. Note that sense 9 says "to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)". This fits the passive construction: "The stranger was hooked [on drugs]" even if "on drugs" is omitted often. Sense 11: "entice and trap" – "The car salesman had snared three potential customers" as example. "The stranger was snared" could be equivalent. But sense 11 uses "snared" as example, not "hooked". The definition is "entice and trap", so "hook" can mean that too. But sense 9 is explicitly about dependency, often used with "hooked" as an adjective meaning addicted. Which is more likely? I'd lean towards sense 9 because "hooked" as an adjective meaning addicted is very common. However, the sentence doesn't have "on drugs", but it's still plausible. Let's check if any other sense fits better. "The stranger was hooked" could be a literal hooking, like being caught with a hook, sense 8. But "catch with a hook" often implies fishing. "The stranger was hooked" meaning a fish caught? The stranger is a person, so probably not literal fishing unless metaphorical. Also, sense 7: "hit with a hook" (boxing punch). "His opponent hooked him badly." The stranger was hooked (punched). That's possible. Sense 1: "fasten with a hook" - The stranger was fastened with a hook? That seems odd. Sense 2: ripped off - "The stranger was hooked" meaning overcharged? Unlikely. Sense 5: theft - "Someone snitched my wallet!" is the example, not hooked. The definition is "take by theft", so "hook" as in steal. "The stranger was hooked" could mean he was robbed? Not typical. Sense 12: sexual favors - "he was solicited by a prostitute" meaning he was hooked? Possibly. But many are unlikely.

Without context, maybe the intended meaning is addiction, as it's a very common usage of "hooked" as a predicate adjective. Let's see the list: sense 9 explicitly says "to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)". The example isn't given, but it's clear. I think 9 is the most common interpretation of "He was hooked." Also, other senses often require objects or contexts. Therefore, I'll go with 9.

But wait, could it be sense 11: "entice and trap"? The example given is "The car salesman had snared three potential customers" – so that's "snare", not "hook". But the definition is for "hook". In some contexts, "hook" means to attract and trap. "The stranger was hooked" could mean he was lured. Still, addiction is a specific kind of being hooked. In many dictionaries, "hooked" as an adjective means addicted, but also can mean caught. Since the sentence is "The stranger was hooked", and it's a standalone sentence, it's ambiguous. But given the list, we must pick one number.

Let's re-read the senses carefully:
1. fasten with a hook
2. rip off; ask an unreasonable price
3. make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle | examples=She sat there crocheting all day
4. hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels to the left
5. take by theft | examples=Someone snitched my wallet!
6. make off with belongings of others
7. hit with a hook | examples=His opponent hooked him badly
8. catch with a hook | examples=hook a fish
9. to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)
10. secure with the foot | examples=hook the ball
11. entice and trap | examples=The car salesman had snared three potential customers
12. approach with an offer of sexual favors | examples=he was solicited by a prostitute

Note that sense 5 and 6 are similar (theft). Sense 7 is a punch. Sense 8 is catch with a hook (like a fish). Sense 9 is addiction. Sense 11 is entice and trap. Sense 12 is sexual solicitation.

"The stranger was hooked." If it's passive, the subject is the patient. For sense 7, "His opponent hooked him" => "He was hooked by his opponent." That works. For sense 8, "hook a fish" => "The fish was hooked." The stranger is compared to a fish? Could be metaphorical. For sense 9, "Drugs hooked him" => "He was hooked on drugs." Often shortened to "He was hooked." For sense 11, "The salesman hooked the stranger" => "The stranger was hooked." For sense 12, "The prostitute hooked the stranger" => "The stranger was hooked." Many are possible.

However, this is likely from a vocabulary exercise where one specific sense is targeted. The phrase "The stranger was hooked." might be a typical example for the addiction sense. Often, "hooked" meaning addicted is used without an object in the predicate. I'll search my memory: in many WordNet or dictionary examples, "hooked" in the sense of addicted is common.

Let's check if there's any clue: The sentence is exactly "The stranger was <t>hooked</t>." No other words. The senses are numbered. I'll output the number only. I'm leaning towards 9. But could it be 8? "hook a fish" is transitive, "The fish was hooked" means caught. That's possible. However, "stranger" is a person, so it's more likely metaphorical for addiction or entrapment. Addiction is a very strong connotation for "hooked". Also, many ESL materials use "hooked" to mean addicted. I'll choose 9.

To be safe, let's think if there's any grammatical hint. "The stranger was hooked." For sense 8, it would be a literal hook. Not typical for a person unless in a horror story. The other senses: 11 entice and trap is also plausible, but the example uses "snared", not "hooked". In WordNet, "hook" has a sense "entice and trap" with example "The car salesman had snared three potential customers." The word is "snare", not "hook" there, so that's odd. They might have copied synset examples. But the definition says "entice and trap". That could apply. However, sense 9 is specifically "to cause... to become dependent". That is a distinct sense.

Given that there's no context, I'd assume the most common usage of "was hooked" for a person is "was addicted". I'll answer 9.


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

Sentence: His <t>eyes</t> burned feverishly.

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 are given a sentence: "His <t>eyes</t> burned feverishly." and asked which numbered sense of "eye" is used. The senses are:

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

The sentence is about "eyes" burning feverishly. That clearly refers to the physical eyes, the organs of sight. So sense 1 is correct.


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

Sentence: His eyes <t>burned</t> feverishly.

Senses:
1. definition=destroy by fire | examples=They burned the house and his diaries
2. definition=shine intensely, as if with heat | examples=The coals were glowing in the dark
3. definition=undergo combustion | examples=Maple wood burns well
4. definition=cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort | examples=The sun burned his face
5. definition=cause to burn or combust | examples=The sun burned off the fog
6. definition=feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion | examples=She was burning with anger
7. definition=cause to undergo combustion | examples=burn garbage
8. definition=burn at the stake | examples=Witches were burned in Salem
9. definition=spend (significant amounts of money) | examples=He has money to burn
10. definition=feel hot or painful | examples=My eyes are burning
11. definition=burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent | examples=The surgeon cauterized the wart
12. definition=get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun
13. definition=create by duplicating data | examples=cut a disk
14. definition=use up (energy) | examples=burn off calories through vigorous exercise
15. definition=burn with heat, fire, or radiation | examples=The iron burnt a hole in my dress

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'burn' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense. Sentence: His eyes <t>burned</t> feverishly."

We have senses 1 to 15. We need to select the one that fits "His eyes burned feverishly."

The word "burned" is used intransitively here (his eyes burned). The adverb "feverishly" suggests intensity, possibly due to fever or strong emotion. Let's examine the senses:

1. destroy by fire - no.
2. shine intensely, as if with heat - possibly eyes shining intensely? But "feverishly" suggests a sensation or emotion, not just shining.
3. undergo combustion - no.
4. cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort - this is transitive: "The sun burned his face." Not intransitive.
5. cause to burn or combust - transitive: "The sun burned off the fog."
6. feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion - "She was burning with anger." This is intransitive and metaphorical. "His eyes burned feverishly" could mean his eyes expressed intense emotion. Feverishly might imply passion or excitement, but also could be physical sensation.
7. cause to undergo combustion - transitive.
8. burn at the stake - no.
9. spend money - no.
10. feel hot or painful - "My eyes are burning." This is intransitive and refers to a physical sensation. "His eyes burned feverishly" could mean they felt hot and painful, as with a fever. "Feverishly" hints at fever. Sense 10 example: "My eyes are burning" matches closely.
11. cauterize - transitive.
12. get a sunburn - no.
13. duplicate data - no.
14. use up energy - no.
15. burn with heat, fire, or radiation - transitive? "The iron burnt a hole in my dress." Not matching.

Between sense 6 and sense 10: "feel strong emotion" vs "feel hot or painful". "His eyes burned feverishly" – "feverishly" often means with intense emotion or excitement, but it can also literally mean as if with a fever (hot). However, "burned feverishly" is a common phrase indicating intense emotion in one's eyes (like passion, anger, desire). Let's check the definitions carefully. Sense 6: "feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion | She was burning with anger". It's about a person feeling emotion, not specifically eyes. But "His eyes burned" is often a metaphor for intense emotion shining through the eyes. Sense 10: "feel hot or painful | My eyes are burning" is about a physical sensation, often due to smoke, lack of sleep, etc. "Feverishly" could indicate illness, so physical burning sensation is possible. However, "feverishly" as an adverb with eyes burning is more often used in literature to denote intense emotion, like "his eyes burned feverishly with passion." But let's see if there's a closer match. Sense 2: "shine intensely, as if with heat" could also describe eyes. But "burned" rather than "shone". I think sense 6 fits the metaphorical emotional burning. Sense 10 is more literal physical pain. "Feverishly" can mean "in a way that shows intense emotion or excitement". The sentence doesn't specify if it's physical or emotional. Without context, we must pick the most likely. Often "eyes burning feverishly" indicates a character is feverish (ill) or intensely emotional. If we look up "eyes burned feverishly" in literature, it's often about passion or fever. But sense 10's example is "My eyes are burning" which is exactly "eyes are burning". Sense 6's example is "She was burning with anger" – person as subject. However, "His eyes burned" can be a metonymy. Which sense does the dictionary assign to "My eyes are burning"? Sense 10. That is explicitly about eyes. Sense 4 is "cause a sharp or stinging pain" – "The sun burned his face" – transitive. Sense 10 is intransitive: "feel hot or painful" – "My eyes are burning". So if "His eyes burned feverishly" means his eyes felt hot/painful, sense 10 is perfect. If it means they showed intense emotion, sense 6. "Feverishly" can also mean "marked by intense agitation or emotion". Given the lack of explicit emotional context, but the presence of "feverishly", it could be either. Often, "his eyes burned" is an idiom for intense emotion. But we need to decide based on the given definitions. Sense 6: "feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion". The subject in the example is "She". It doesn't specify body parts. Sense 10: "feel hot or painful" with example "My eyes are burning". That's a body part subject. "His eyes burned feverishly" could simply be a physical description of fever (illness). I'll go with 10 because it specifically mentions eyes and "feel hot". Fever causes eyes to feel hot. But "feverishly" could be interpreted as "in a manner suggesting fever", i.e., hot. However, many dictionaries define "burn" for eyes as either (a) to be hot and painful, (b) to show emotion. The example for 10 is "My eyes are burning" which is almost identical. I'll select 10.

But let's double-check: could it be sense 2? "shine intensely, as if with heat". The eyes might be shining brightly. But "burn" usually implies feeling or emotion, not just shining. Sense 2 example: "The coals were glowing in the dark." Not applicable to eyes.

I'll go with 10.

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

Sentence: "Yes, yes ", he <t>muttered</t> impatiently.

Senses:
1. definition=talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice
2. definition=make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath | examples=she grumbles when she feels overworked

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'mutter' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: 'Yes, yes ', he <t>muttered</t> impatiently.

Senses:
1. definition=talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice
2. definition=make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath | examples=she grumbles when she feels overworked

We need to choose between sense 1 and sense 2.

The sentence: "Yes, yes ", he muttered impatiently. He says "Yes, yes" impatiently. The muttering here is not necessarily complaining; it's just speaking in a low, indistinct voice, perhaps due to impatience. The word "impatiently" indicates annoyance, but the muttering itself is just the manner of speaking. Sense 2 specifically involves complaining remarks or noises under one's breath. Here, he is saying "Yes, yes" impatiently, but it's not a complaint, it's more like an impatient affirmation. So it aligns more with sense 1: talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice.

Thus answer: 1


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

Sentence: "Of course it <t>looked</t> like an accident.

Senses:
1. definition=perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards | examples=She looked over the expanse of land
2. definition=give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | examples=She seems to be sleeping
3. definition=have a certain outward or facial expression | examples=How does she look?
4. definition=search or seek | examples=We looked all day and finally found the child in the forest
5. definition=be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to | examples=The house looks north
6. definition=take charge of or deal with | examples=Could you see about lunch?
7. definition=convey by one's expression | examples=She looked her devotion to me
8. definition=look forward to the probable occurrence of | examples=We were expecting a visit from our relatives
9. definition=accord in appearance with | examples=You don't look your age!
10. definition=have faith or confidence in | examples=you can count on me to help you any time

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'look' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "Of course it <t>looked</t> like an accident."

Senses provided:
1. perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
2. give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
3. have a certain outward or facial expression
4. search or seek
5. be oriented in a certain direction
6. take charge of or deal with
7. convey by one's expression
8. look forward to the probable occurrence of
9. accord in appearance with
10. have faith or confidence in

The sentence uses "looked like an accident", meaning it gave the impression of being an accident. That matches sense 2: "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect". The example given for sense 2 is "She seems to be sleeping", which is similar in meaning. So the answer is 2.


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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: I always work it that <t>way</t> -- and always at a time when the customer has an alibi.

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 are asked to identify which numbered sense corresponds to the word "way" in the sentence:

"I always work it that <t>way</t> -- and always at a time when the customer has an alibi."

Let's examine the sentence carefully. The phrase is "I always work it that way". Here, "way" refers to the manner or method in which something is done. "Work it that way" means to perform or handle it in that particular method or manner.

Now look at the given 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
...

Sense 1: "how something is done or how it happens" – this directly matches "work it that way" (the manner of doing it).
Sense 2: "how a result is obtained or an end is achieved" – also possible, but "work it that way" is more about the manner of performing an action than achieving a result. However, the definitions are close. Sense 1 is explicitly "how something is done", which perfectly fits. The phrase "that way" refers to a method/manner of doing something.

Let's check other senses: Sense 4: "the condition of things generally" (that's the way it is) is a different usage. In the sentence, "that way" is anaphoric, referring to a previously mentioned method. It means "in that manner." So sense 1 is the best match.

Therefore, the answer is 1.


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

Sentence: I always work it that way -- and always at a <t>time</t> when the customer has an alibi.

Senses:
1. definition=an instance or single occasion for some event | examples=this time he succeeded
2. definition=a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something | examples=take time to smell the roses
3. definition=an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) | examples=he waited a long time
4. definition=a suitable moment | examples=it is time to go
5. definition=the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past
6. definition=a person's experience on a particular occasion | examples=he had a time holding back the tears
7. definition=a reading of a point in time as given by a clock | examples=do you know what time it is?
8. definition=the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event
9. definition=rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
10. definition=the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned | examples=he served a prison term of 15 months

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'time' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: I always work it that way -- and always at a <t>time</t> when the customer has an alibi.

Senses:
1. definition=an instance or single occasion for some event | examples=this time he succeeded
2. definition=a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something | examples=take time to smell the roses
3. definition=an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) | examples=he waited a long time
4. definition=a suitable moment | examples=it is time to go
5. definition=the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past
6. definition=a person's experience on a particular occasion | examples=he had a time holding back the tears
7. definition=a reading of a point in time as given by a clock | examples=do you know what time it is?
8. definition=the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event
9. definition=rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
10. definition=the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned | examples=he served a prison term of 15 months"

Analyze the sentence: "I always work it that way -- and always at a time when the customer has an alibi." The phrase "at a time when" means "at a moment/occasion when". "Always at a time when the customer has an alibi" implies that the speaker chooses a specific moment or occasion characterized by the customer having an alibi. It refers to a specific instance or occasion for some event. Let's check the senses.

Sense 1: "an instance or single occasion for some event" – example: "this time he succeeded". This fits "at a time when" meaning "at an occasion when".

Sense 3: "an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities)" – example: "he waited a long time". This could be a period with attributes, but "at a time when" is more about a point/occasion than a period. The phrase "at a time when" specifies a point or occasion, not a duration. "A long time" is a period, but "a time when" usually refers to an occasion.

Sense 4: "a suitable moment" – example: "it is time to go". The sentence doesn't necessarily imply suitability; it just means "an occasion when". It's not "it is time to go", it's "at a time when...".

Sense 6: "a person's experience on a particular occasion" – example: "he had a time holding back the tears". Not fitting.

Thus, sense 1 is the best match.


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

Sentence: I always work it that way -- and always at a time when the customer <t>has</t> an alibi.

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

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "I always work it that way -- and always at a time when the customer <t>has</t> an alibi."

We need to determine which numbered sense of "have" (marked with <t></t>) is used here. The senses are provided with definitions and examples.

The target phrase is "has an alibi". The verb "have" here means "to possess or have available" an alibi. Let's examine the senses:

Sense 1: "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense" | example: She has $1,000 in the bank. Possessing an alibi could be abstract possession. An alibi is not a concrete object, but it's something one "has". Example: "He has an alibi" = He possesses an alibi.

Sense 2: "have as a feature" | example: This restaurant features the most famous chefs. Not about features.

Sense 3: "go through (mental or physical states or experiences)" | example: get an idea. Not exactly.

Sense 4: "have ownership or possession of" | example: He owns three houses. Ownership of an alibi? Alibi is not property.

Sense 5: cause to move...

Sense 6: serve oneself to, or consume...

Sense 7: have a personal or business relationship...

Sense 8: organize or be responsible for...

Sense 9: have left...

Sense 10: be confronted with...

Sense 11: undergo...

Sense 12: suffer from; be ill with...

Sense 13: cause to do...

Sense 14: receive willingly...

Sense 15: get something; come into possession of...

Sense 16: undergo (as of injuries)...

Sense 17: achieve a point or goal...

Sense 18: cause to be born...

Sense 19: have sex with...

Given the options, Sense 1: "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense" fits best: "the customer has an alibi" = the customer possesses an alibi (abstract possession). Sense 4 is about ownership, usually concrete property. Sense 1 explicitly includes abstract sense, which covers "alibi". So the answer should be 1.


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

Sentence: I always work it that way -- and always at a time when the customer has an <t>alibi</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=(law) a defense by an accused person purporting to show that he or she could not have committed the crime in question
2. definition=a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. | examples=he kept finding excuses to stay

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'alibi' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: I always work it that way -- and always at a time when the customer has an <t>alibi</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=(law) a defense by an accused person purporting to show that he or she could not have committed the crime in question
2. definition=a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. | examples=he kept finding excuses to stay

We need to determine which sense is used. The sentence: "I always work it that way -- and always at a time when the customer has an alibi." This doesn't seem like a legal context; it's more about the customer having an excuse or a reason not to be available? "Alibi" here likely means an excuse or a reason for absence, i.e., a defense of some failure to keep a promise, etc. So sense 2. Sense 1 is the legal defense. Thus answer: 2.


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

Sentence: <t>Let</t> me prove it, Phil.

Senses:
1. definition=make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen | examples=This permits the water to rush in
2. definition=actively cause something to happen | examples=I let it be known that I was not interested
3. definition=consent to, give permission | examples=She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband
4. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | examples=He got his squad on the ball
5. definition=leave unchanged | examples=let it be
6. definition=grant use or occupation of under a term of contract | examples=I am leasing my country estate to some foreigners

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'let' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: <t>Let</t> me prove it, Phil.

Senses:
1. definition=make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen | examples=This permits the water to rush in
2. definition=actively cause something to happen | examples=I let it be known that I was not interested
3. definition=consent to, give permission | examples=She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband
4. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | examples=He got his squad on the ball
5. definition=leave unchanged | examples=let it be
6. definition=grant use or occupation of under a term of contract | examples=I am leasing my country estate to some farmers"

We need to match "Let me prove it, Phil." to the correct sense.

"Let me prove it" is an imperative, with "let" used to express a request or a suggestion, essentially asking for permission or an opportunity. Senses:
1. make it possible through a specific action... This permits the water to rush in (This is more like a mechanical or causal permissiveness, not a request)
2. actively cause something to happen: "I let it be known..." This is an idiomatic usage meaning "I made it known." Not "let me prove it."
3. consent to, give permission: "She permitted her son..." This is the typical "allow" sense. "Let me prove it" means "Allow me to prove it." So it's giving permission. Yes, this fits.
4. cause to move, cause to be in a certain position: "He got his squad on the ball" - "let" as in "let the dog out"? But "let me prove it" is not causing someone to move physically.
5. leave unchanged: "let it be" - "let me prove it" is not "leave me unchanged to prove it."
6. grant use or occupation under contract: renting/leasing. Not relevant.

The closest sense is 3: consent to, give permission. "Let me prove it" means "give me permission/allow me to prove it."

Answer: 3.


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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: Let me <t>prove</t> it, Phil.

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 are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'prove' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Let me <t>prove</t> it, Phil.

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"

We need to pick the correct sense for "prove" in "Let me prove it, Phil."
"Prove it" typically means to demonstrate that something is true, establish the validity of something, provide evidence. Let's see the senses:
1. be shown to be (intransitive, e.g., "She proved to be right"). Not "prove it" with a direct object.
2. establish the validity of something (transitive). "prove it" could fit this: establish its validity.
3. provide evidence for (transitive). "prove it" = provide evidence for it.
4. formal mathematical proof.
5. put to the test.
6. rise (dough).
7. leaven.
8. trial impression.
9. probate.

The sentence "Let me prove it" is most commonly used to mean "Let me demonstrate/show that it is true" or "Let me provide evidence for it." Both senses 2 and 3 are very close. Sense 2: "establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment" – example: "The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound". Sense 3: "provide evidence for" – example: "The blood test showed that he was the father." Often dictionaries distinguish "prove" meaning "demonstrate the truth of" vs "provide evidence for". In many word sense disambiguation tasks, the distinction is subtle. Let's see the glosses: Sense 2 says "establish the validity", sense 3 says "provide evidence for". "Prove it" could be either. However, "prove it" is usually about showing that a statement is true, which aligns with "establish the validity of something" or "provide evidence for". Which one is more direct? Without more context, "prove it" is an imperative to demonstrate the truth of "it". The phrase "prove it" often means "provide evidence that what you say is true". Both are plausible. Let's think about typical word sense annotation. In WordNet, "prove" has senses:
- prove, turn out, turn up (be shown or be found to be) -> sense 1
- prove, demonstrate, establish, show, shew (establish the validity of something) -> sense 2
- testify, bear witness, prove, evidence, show (provide evidence for) -> sense 3
- prove (prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof) -> sense 4
- test, prove, try, try out, examine, essay (put to the test) -> sense 5
- rise, prove (increase in volume) -> sense 6
- raise, leaven, prove (cause to puff up with a leaven) -> sense 7
- prove (take a trial impression of) -> sense 8
- prove (obtain probate of) -> sense 9

In "Let me prove it", the verb is transitive, object is "it". It is not sense 1 (intransitive). It's not mathematical (sense 4) probably unless context. It's not testing (sense 5) unless "it" is something to be tested for quality. "prove it" as in "prove a statement" is most commonly sense 2 or 3. WordNet distinguishes: sense 2 is "establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment" and sense 3 is "provide evidence for". Examples given for 2: "The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound", "The mathematician showed the validity of the conjecture". For 3: "The blood test showed that he was the father", "Her behavior testified to her incompetence". So sense 3 is "provide evidence for" often with a clause? Actually, the examples for sense 3: "The blood test showed that he was the father" -> "The blood test proved that he was the father". "Her behavior testified to her incompetence." So sense 3 can take a clause or a prepositional phrase. Sense 2 is "establish the validity of something" with direct object: "prove a hypothesis", "demonstrate the instability". So "prove it" with direct object "it" is likely sense 2: "establish the validity of it". Many disambiguation tasks treat "prove" + direct object (with the meaning of demonstrating truth) as sense 2. "Prove it" = "establish the validity of it." Sense 3 is often "prove that..." or "prove to be...". But let's check: "provide evidence for" can also take a direct object: "prove his case", "prove his innocence". In fact, WordNet has sense 3: "provide evidence for" with example "The blood test showed that he was the father" - that's "prove that...". Sense 2: "establish the validity of something" with example "The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound" - direct object. Both can take direct objects. But "prove it" as a challenge means "provide evidence for it/demonstrate it's true." It's ambiguous. However, many corpora (like SemCor) tag "prove it" as sense 2? Let's think: In the famous example "Prove it!" it's usually sense 2? I recall that WordNet sense 2 is "prove%2:31:00::" (establish the validity of) and sense 3 is "prove%2:32:00::" (provide evidence for). In sense 3, the verb often has a sentential complement or indicates evidence leading to a conclusion. Sense 2 is more about demonstrating the truth of a proposition directly.

Let's examine the example sentence for sense 3: "The blood test showed that he was the father" -> here "showed" = "proved". It could be rephrased as "The blood test proved that he was the father." That uses a that-clause. Sense 2 example: "The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound" -> direct object "the instability". "Let me prove it" has direct object "it", referring to a claim. So it's like "demonstrate its truth". That leans toward sense 2.

However, I've seen tasks where "prove it" is labeled as sense 3. I'd better double-check by reasoning:
"prove it" = provide evidence for it? Or establish its validity? In WordNet, the definitions:
2. prove, demonstrate, establish, show, shew - establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment. "The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound"; "The mathematician showed the validity of the conjecture"
3. testify, bear witness, prove, evidence, show - provide evidence for. "The blood test showed that he was the father"; "Her behavior testified to her incompetence"

To "prove it" in everyday language means to demonstrate the truth of a claim. That's establishing its validity. Providing evidence is part of establishing validity. Many linguists consider sense 2 as "prove" meaning "demonstrate the truth of" and sense 3 as "prove" meaning "serve as evidence of". For example, "The fingerprints prove he was there" (sense 3) vs "He proved the theorem" (sense 2). "Let me prove it" is more like "Let me demonstrate its truth," which is sense 2.

But wait: "Let me prove it" could be a response to a challenge, meaning "Let me provide evidence for it." In WordNet, sense 3 is "provide evidence for", and examples show it often takes a clause, but can also take a direct object. "Prove a case" could be sense 2 or 3. The distinction is subtle: Sense 2 is about demonstrating the validity, sense 3 is about providing evidence. Often, if the object is a statement or proposition, it's sense 2. If the object is a person or thing that serves as evidence, it's sense 3? Not exactly. Let's look at the gloss: Sense 2: "establish the validity of something". The something is the thing being proven. Sense 3: "provide evidence for". The thing being proven is the thing for which evidence is provided. In "prove it", "it" is the thing being proven. So "establish the validity of it" matches sense 2. "provide evidence for it" would be sense 3. Both are logically equivalent in meaning, but WordNet distinguishes them. Typically, sense 3 is used for "prove" in the sense of "show, evidence", where the subject is the evidence. "The blood test proved his guilt" = sense 3? "The experiment proved the theory" = sense 2? The WordNet example for sense 2 is "The experiment demonstrated the instability" - subject is an agent doing an experiment. For sense 3: "The blood test showed that he was the father" - subject is the evidence. "Let me prove it" has subject "me", an agent. So it's sense 2 (agentive). Sense 3 is often non-agentive "provide evidence for", where the subject is the evidence or the thing that serves as evidence. "Let me prove it" means I will actively do something to establish its validity. So I'll go with sense 2.

I'll answer 2.


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

Sentence: I <t>think</t> I can manage one more favor for you ".

Senses:
1. definition=judge or regard; look upon; judge | examples=I think he is very smart
2. definition=expect, believe, or suppose | examples=I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel
3. definition=use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments | examples=I've been thinking all day and getting nowhere
4. definition=recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection | examples=I can't remember saying any such thing
5. definition=imagine or visualize | examples=Just think--you could be rich one day!
6. definition=focus one's attention on a certain state | examples=Think big
7. definition=have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
8. definition=decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting | examples=Can you think what to do next?
9. definition=ponder; reflect on, or reason about | examples=Think the matter through
10. definition=dispose the mind in a certain way | examples=Do you really think so?
11. definition=have or formulate in the mind | examples=think good thoughts
12. definition=be capable of conscious thought | examples=Man is the only creature that thinks
13. definition=bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation | examples=She thought herself into a state of panic over the final exam

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "I think I can manage one more favor for you". We need to identify which numbered sense of "think" is used. The senses are listed with definitions and examples.

Let's analyze the sentence. "I think I can manage one more favor for you." The speaker is expressing a belief or expectation about their ability to manage a favor. It's similar to "I believe I can manage..." This corresponds to sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose". The example for sense 2 is "I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel." "Imagine" here is synonymous with "think" in the sense of believing or supposing. Sense 1 is "judge or regard; look upon; judge" with example "I think he is very smart" - that could also be a possibility, but "I think he is very smart" is also a belief/opinion. Let's check the difference. Sense 1 says "judge or regard; look upon; judge". Sense 2 says "expect, believe, or suppose". In the sentence, "I think I can manage..." is expressing a belief about one's capability. The phrase "I think I can" is a classic expression of belief in one's ability, not necessarily a judgment or evaluation of something external. The example for sense 2 uses "imagine" in a similar way: "I imagine she earned a lot of money" = I believe/suppose. Sense 1's example "I think he is very smart" is more about making a judgment about someone's intelligence. But sometimes these overlap. However, the sentence "I think I can manage..." fits perfectly with "expect, believe, or suppose". Also, sense 3 is about the process of reasoning. Sense 8 and 9 are about pondering. Sense 10 is "dispose the mind in a certain way" with example "Do you really think so?" which is also similar. Let's see sense 10: "dispose the mind in a certain way" - definition seems vague. The example "Do you really think so?" is often used to ask about belief. But sense 2 explicitly says "expect, believe, or suppose". I'd lean towards sense 2. Let's double-check all definitions to be sure.

1: judge or regard; look upon; judge. I think he is very smart. (opinion/judgment)
2: expect, believe, or suppose. I imagine she earned a lot... (belief/supposition)
3: use or exercise the mind... (process of thinking)
4: recall knowledge... (remember)
5: imagine or visualize... (Just think--you could be rich)
6: focus one's attention... (Think big)
7: have in mind as a purpose... (I mean no harm)
8: decide by pondering... (Can you think what to do next?)
9: ponder; reflect on... (Think the matter through)
10: dispose the mind in a certain way... (Do you really think so?)
11: have or formulate in the mind... (think good thoughts)
12: be capable of conscious thought... (Man is the only creature that thinks)
13: bring into a given condition... (She thought herself into a state of panic)

In "I think I can manage one more favor", "think" introduces a belief about a future action. It's not a judgment of character, not a process of reasoning, not remembering, not visualizing, not focusing, not a purpose, not deciding by pondering, not reflecting, not formulating thoughts, not the capability of thought, not bringing into a condition. It's closest to sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose. The example for sense 10 "Do you really think so?" is an inquiry about belief, so that might also compete. However, "dispose the mind in a certain way" is a strange definition; it might be a catch-all for "think" as in "be of the opinion". But "expect, believe, or suppose" is more precise for "I think I can". I'll go with 2.

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

Sentence: I think I can manage one more <t>favor</t> for you ".

Senses:
1. definition=an act of gracious kindness
2. definition=an advantage to the benefit of someone or something | examples=the outcome was in his favor
3. definition=an inclination to approve | examples=that style is in favor this season
4. definition=a feeling of favorable regard
5. definition=souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "I think I can manage one more <t>favor</t> for you." The word "favor" is tagged. We need to pick the numbered sense that matches.

Let's look at the senses:
1. an act of gracious kindness
2. an advantage to the benefit of someone or something (e.g., the outcome was in his favor)
3. an inclination to approve (e.g., that style is in favor this season)
4. a feeling of favorable regard
5. souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party

The sentence: "I think I can manage one more favor for you." The context implies doing something kind for someone, an act of kindness. That matches sense 1: an act of gracious kindness. The phrase "one more favor for you" means doing something for someone as a kindness. So sense 1.

I'll return 1.

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

Sentence: He <t>waited</t> eagerly.

Senses:
1. definition=stay in one place and anticipate or expect something | examples=I had to wait on line for an hour to get the tickets
2. definition=wait before acting | examples=the scientists held off announcing their results until they repeated the experiment
3. definition=look forward to the probable occurrence of | examples=We were expecting a visit from our relatives
4. definition=serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant | examples=I'm waiting on tables at Maxim's

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'wait' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense. Sentence: He <t>waited</t> eagerly. Senses: 1. definition=stay in one place and anticipate or expect something | examples=I had to wait on line for an hour to get the tickets; 2. definition=wait before acting | examples=the scientists held off announcing their results until they repeated the experiment; 3. definition=look forward to the probable occurrence of | examples=We were expecting a visit from our relatives; 4. definition=serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant | examples=I'm waiting on tables at Maxim's"

The sentence: "He waited eagerly." Here, "waited" is used without an object, indicating that he stayed where he was, expecting something eagerly. The sense that fits is 1: stay in one place and anticipate or expect something. Sense 2 says "wait before acting" which might be similar, but the example shows a different usage: "the scientists held off announcing their results until they repeated the experiment." That's more about delaying an action. "He waited eagerly" suggests anticipation, not just delaying. So sense 1 is the best match. Sense 3 is "look forward to the probable occurrence of" which is a synonym for "expect" (like "We were expecting a visit") but "waited" here is the act of staying, not just expecting. The phrase "waited eagerly" pairs well with sense 1, as waiting eagerly involves staying and anticipating. Sense 4 is about serving tables, irrelevant. Thus, the answer is 1.

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

Sentence: Haney swished the <t>liquor</t> in the bottom of his glass.

Senses:
1. definition=an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
2. definition=a liquid substance that is a solution (or emulsion or suspension) used or obtained in an industrial process | examples=waste liquors
3. definition=the liquid in which vegetables or meat have be cooked

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "Haney swished the <t>liquor</t> in the bottom of his glass."

We need to pick the correct sense number.

Sense 1: "an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented" — This fits the context of someone swishing a drink in a glass. "Liquor" commonly refers to distilled spirits.

Sense 2: "a liquid substance that is a solution (or emulsion or suspension) used or obtained in an industrial process" with example "waste liquors". This is industrial, doesn't fit a glass.

Sense 3: "the liquid in which vegetables or meat have be cooked" — This is cooking liquid, like pot liquor. Not fitting a glass.

Thus, sense 1 is correct.

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

Sentence: Haney swished the liquor in the <t>bottom</t> of his glass.

Senses:
1. definition=the lower side of anything
2. definition=the lowest part of anything | examples=they started at the bottom of the hill
3. definition=the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on | examples=he deserves a good kick in the butt
4. definition=the second half of an inning; while the home team is at bat
5. definition=a depression forming the ground under a body of water | examples=he searched for treasure on the ocean bed
6. definition=low-lying alluvial land near a river
7. definition=a cargo ship | examples=they did much of their overseas trade in foreign bottoms

reasoning_content:
We need to identify which sense of "bottom" is used in the sentence: "Haney swished the liquor in the bottom of his glass."

The options are 1 through 7, each with a definition and sometimes examples.

1. definition=the lower side of anything
2. definition=the lowest part of anything | examples=they started at the bottom of the hill
3. definition=the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on | examples=he deserves a good kick in the butt
4. definition=the second half of an inning; while the home team is at bat
5. definition=a depression forming the ground under a body of water | examples=he searched for treasure on the ocean bed
6. definition=low-lying alluvial land near a river
7. definition=a cargo ship | examples=they did much of their overseas trade in foreign bottoms

Now, "bottom of his glass" refers to the lowest part inside the glass where the liquor is being swished. Sense 2 says "the lowest part of anything" with example "they started at the bottom of the hill." That fits perfectly. Sense 1 is "the lower side of anything," which might refer to the underside (like the bottom of a table). The bottom of a glass (inside) is the lowest part, not the lower side (underside) of the glass. Typically, "bottom of a glass" refers to the lowest part of the interior. So sense 2 is the best match.

Thus the answer is 2.


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

Sentence: Haney swished the liquor in the bottom of his <t>glass</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure
2. definition=a container for holding liquids while drinking
3. definition=the quantity a glass will hold
4. definition=a small refracting telescope
5. definition=an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
6. definition=a mirror; usually a ladies' dressing mirror
7. definition=glassware collectively | examples=She collected old glass

reasoning_content:
We are given a sentence: "Haney swished the liquor in the bottom of his <t>glass</t>." We need to identify which sense of "glass" is used. The senses are numbered 1 through 7.

Sense 1: a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure (the material)
Sense 2: a container for holding liquids while drinking
Sense 3: the quantity a glass will hold
Sense 4: a small refracting telescope
Sense 5: an amphetamine derivative (Methedrine)
Sense 6: a mirror; usually a ladies' dressing mirror
Sense 7: glassware collectively

The sentence mentions "swished the liquor in the bottom of his glass." This clearly refers to a drinking container. So sense 2 is the correct one.

Answer: 2


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

Sentence: Tuesday's <t>rout</t> of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century.

Senses:
1. definition=a disorderly crowd of people
2. definition=an overwhelming defeat

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'rout' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

The sentence: "Tuesday's <t>rout</t> of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political 'ticket splitting' has been on the rise over the past half century."

The senses given:
1. definition=a disorderly crowd of people
2. definition=an overwhelming defeat

The word "rout" in the sentence clearly refers to an overwhelming defeat (of a GOP candidate). Sense 2 matches. So answer: 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: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't <t>backed</t> a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century.

Senses:
1. definition=be behind; approve of | examples=He plumped for the Labor Party
2. definition=travel backward | examples=back into the driveway
3. definition=give support or one's approval to | examples=I'll second that motion
4. definition=cause to travel backward | examples=back the car into the parking spot
5. definition=support financial backing for | examples=back this enterprise
6. definition=be in back of | examples=My garage backs their yard
7. definition=place a bet on | examples=Which horse are you backing?
8. definition=shift to a counterclockwise direction | examples=the wind backed
9. definition=establish as valid or genuine | examples=Can you back up your claims?
10. definition=strengthen by providing with a back or backing

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'back' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't <t>backed</t> a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political 'ticket splitting' has been on the rise over the past half century."

We need to identify the sense of "backed" from the provided list. The word "backed" in the sentence means "supported" a Democratic presidential candidate. The district hasn't supported a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson. So it's the sense of giving support or approval, especially in a political context.

Let's check the senses:
1. be behind; approve of (example: He plumped for the Labor Party) - "plumped for" means to support, but the definition "be behind; approve of" fits.
2. travel backward
3. give support or one's approval to (example: I'll second that motion) - "second that motion" is an example of supporting.
4. cause to travel backward
5. support financial backing for
6. be in back of
7. place a bet on
8. shift to a counterclockwise direction
9. establish as valid or genuine
10. strengthen by providing with a back or backing

The closest one is sense 3: "give support or one's approval to" with the example "I'll second that motion". This is metaphorical support. Sense 1 is "be behind; approve of" with example "He plumped for the Labor Party". That also seems similar. But let's see the exact nuances. Sense 1: "be behind; approve of" - this is more of a general stance. Sense 3: "give support or one's approval to" - this is an active support. In the sentence, "hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate" means the district hasn't given its support (i.e., voted for) a Democratic candidate. It's an active choice. Both 1 and 3 are close. However, the example for 1 is "plumped for" which means voted for or supported, especially in an election. The example for 3 is "second that motion" which is supporting a proposal. So "plumped for" is more directly about voting. Let's see which one is likely the intended sense from a WordNet-style listing. They might have overlapping definitions. The instruction says: "Which numbered sense...". I need to pick the number that matches exactly. Both could work, but I need to see the distinctions. The sentence is about an electoral district backing a candidate. That means voting for or supporting that candidate politically. The phrase "backed a Democratic presidential candidate" implies the district's voters supported that candidate. I'd say sense 1 "be behind; approve of" with the example "plumped for the Labor Party" is exactly about supporting a political party/candidate. Sense 3 "give support or one's approval to" is more general, like seconding a motion. However, "plumped for" means to vote for or support enthusiastically. In many dictionaries, "back" meaning support is often defined as "give support to". I need to see if the examples differentiate. The example for sense 1 uses "plumped for" which is a synonym for "backed" in a political context. The example for sense 3 uses "second that motion". Typically, in WordNet, senses are split. "back" as in "support" can be split into "be behind; approve of" (like backing a candidate) and "give support or one's approval to" (like backing a proposal). The sentence is "hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate". That is "be behind; approve of" the candidate. I'll go with 1.

But wait, let's check the phrasing: "be behind; approve of" vs "give support or one's approval to". The first is stative, the second is more active? Actually, both can work. However, WordNet synsets: "back, endorse, indorse, plump for, plunk for, support" is one synset with definition "be behind; approve of". Another is "second, back, endorse, indorse" with definition "give support or one's approval to". The difference is subtle: the first synset is more about being a supporter (often used in politics/elections), the second is about formally supporting a motion or proposal. "Plump for" is specifically to support a candidate. In the sentence, it's about a district that hasn't backed a candidate. That perfectly matches "be behind; approve of". So I'll pick 1.

Let me double-check: "Tuesday's rout ... in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson..." The district hasn't supported/voted for a Democrat. That's "be behind; approve of". Sense 1. It's number 1.

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

Sentence: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a <t>Democratic</t> presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century.

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

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'democratic' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below?" The sentence uses "<t>Democratic</t>" with a capital D. The senses are:

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

The sentence: "Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a <t>Democratic</t> presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder..."

Here, "Democratic" is capitalized and refers to a presidential candidate from the Democratic Party. So it's sense 2: belonging to or relating to the Democratic Party.

Answer: 2


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

Sentence: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic <t>presidential</t> candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to a president or presidency | examples=presidential aides
2. definition=befitting a president | examples=criticized the candidate for not looking presidential

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'presidential' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic <t>presidential</t> candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political 'ticket splitting' has been on the rise over the past half century."

Senses:
1. definition=relating to a president or presidency | examples=presidential aides
2. definition=befitting a president | examples=criticized the candidate for not looking presidential

The word in context is "presidential candidate." This means a candidate for president. So it's relating to a president or presidency. Not about whether someone looks or acts presidential. So sense 1.

Thus, answer: 1.


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

Sentence: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential <t>candidate</t> since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century.

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

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'candidate' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

The sentence: "Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential <t>candidate</t> since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political 'ticket splitting' has been on the rise over the past half century."

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

In the sentence, "Democratic presidential candidate" refers to a person running for the office of President. This matches sense 1: "a politician who is running for public office". Sense 2 is broader, but sense 1 is specific to a politician running for public office. Since it's "presidential candidate", it's clearly a politician running for public office. So the correct sense is 1.

I'll return 1.

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

Sentence: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another <t>reminder</t> that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century.

Senses:
1. definition=a message that helps you remember something | examples=he ignored his wife's reminders
2. definition=an experience that causes you to remember something
3. definition=someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'reminder' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another <t>reminder</t> that, at least at the federal level, political 'ticket splitting' has been on the rise over the past half century."

Senses:
1. definition=a message that helps you remember something | examples=he ignored his wife's reminders
2. definition=an experience that causes you to remember something
3. definition=someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided

We need to determine which sense fits the usage of "reminder" in the sentence. The sentence says: "Tuesday's rout ... is another reminder that ... ticket splitting has been on the rise..." Here, "reminder" refers to an event (Tuesday's rout) that causes people to remember or realize that ticket splitting has been increasing. It's not a message (sense 1) but an experience or event that brings something to mind. It's not a person (sense 3). So sense 2: "an experience that causes you to remember something." The phrase "remember something" might be a bit off because it's not about remembering a past event but making something evident, but in the sense of "reminder" it often means something that makes you aware of a fact. Sense 2 fits best. I'll answer 2.


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

Sentence: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the <t>federal</t> level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century.

Senses:
1. definition=national; especially in reference to the government of the United States as distinct from that of its member units | examples=the Federal Bureau of Investigation
2. definition=of or relating to the central government of a federation | examples=a federal district is one set aside as the seat of the national government
3. definition=being of or having to do with the northern United States and those loyal to the Union during the American Civil War | examples=Union soldiers
4. definition=characterized by or constituting a form of government in which power is divided between one central and several regional authorities | examples=a federal system like that of the United States

reasoning_content:
We are asked: "Which numbered sense of 'federal' (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense."

Sentence: "Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the <t>federal</t> level, political 'ticket splitting' has been on the rise over the past half century."

We need to choose from the given senses.

Sense 1: definition=national; especially in reference to the government of the United States as distinct from that of its member units. Examples: the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Sense 2: definition=of or relating to the central government of a federation. Examples: a federal district is one set aside as the seat of the national government.

Sense 3: definition=being of or having to do with the northern United States and those loyal to the Union during the American Civil War. Examples: Union soldiers.

Sense 4: definition=characterized by or constituting a form of government in which power is divided between one central and several regional authorities. Examples: a federal system like that of the United States.

Context: "... at least at the federal level, political 'ticket splitting' has been on the rise..." So they're talking about the "federal level" of government. This refers to the national government level, as opposed to state or local level. In U.S. politics, "federal" typically refers to the national government. Sense 1 says: "national; especially in reference to the government of the United States as distinct from that of its member units". That fits. Sense 2 is similar: "of or relating to the central government of a federation". Both are plausible, but sense 1 explicitly mentions "especially in reference to the government of the United States as distinct from that of its member units". The sentence is about US politics, "federal level" meaning national level. Sense 1 is more specific to the US usage. Sense 2 is more general. But "the central government of a federation" also fits because the US is a federation. Given the example in sense 2: "a federal district is one set aside as the seat of the national government." That's also US. However, sense 1 says "definition=national; especially in reference to the government of the United States as distinct from that of its member units". The phrase "at the federal level" contrasts with state level. So sense 1 directly matches "especially in reference to the government of the United States as distinct from that of its member units." The sentence is exactly that: "federal level" meaning national level as opposed to state/local. Sense 1 is the best match, as it captures the contrast with member units. Sense 2 is about "central government of a federation", which is true but does not explicitly mention the contrast with member units. Both are valid, but maybe they want the specific sense that aligns with the US national government. However, the instruction says "Return only the number of the correct sense." So I need to pick one. Looking closely at the definition wording: sense 1 says "national; especially in reference to the government of the United States as distinct from that of its member units" – that is exactly "federal level" as in national level versus state level. sense 2 says "of or relating to the central government of a federation" – again true, but sense 1 is more specific to the U.S. and includes "as distinct from that of its member units" which is the point of "federal level". So I think sense 1 is the intended answer. Also note sense 4 is "characterized by or constituting a form of government in which power is divided..." which would be a broader political science definition, but not used in the phrase "federal level". So sense 1 is the most appropriate. I'll answer 1.