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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Poll"**

Okay, the target word is "poll". Hmm, let's see. The context mentions the "Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries" and how it "tracks changes in attitude across the region." It's been running since 1995, so it's clearly a regular thing. My expert intuition is immediately leaning toward the idea of a survey or inquiry into public opinion, as that's the most common usage.

Let's quickly run through the senses. We've got:
1.  An opinion poll.
2.  The top of the head.
3.  The part of the head between the ears.
4.  A parrot.
5.  The counting of votes, like in an election.

The context is talking about *attitudes*, specifically, so it fits directly with sense 1: an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a sample. The language used, like changes in attitude, backing for private enterprise, and support for democracy, all point to this sense.

Just to be thorough, I'm eliminating the other possibilities. Sense 5, the counting of votes, seems possible at first, but it doesn't quite fit the context. The poll tracks "changes in attitude." They're not counting votes in an election. This is definitely a survey, an opinion poll. Therefore, I can confidently identify sense 1 as the correct meaning here.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

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

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

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

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

finish_reason: stop

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "Changes" in Context**

Alright, let's break this down. The word I'm focusing on is "changes" as it appears in the phrase "tracks changes in attitude." The surface form is "changes," the lemma is "change." My goal is to pick the best sense. My initial list of potential meanings includes events, differences, alterations, and even money. This seems a common sense disambiguation task.

The key is "changes in attitude." I immediately start considering which sense of "change" best fits that phrase. A poll *tracks* these, meaning it observes them over time. Is it an *event*? Is it the *difference* between states? The context is critical. "Tracks changes" implies observing how the state differs over time. Now I'm considering relational differences vs. an event. "Change in attitude" is the core.

I consider the examples in front of me. "Tracks changes in attitude" refers to differences in states over time, a series of relational differences or modifications. I quickly realize that “attitude changes” refers to a difference between states over time, a relational difference that fits. Now I have to determine if this aligns better with change%1:24:00:: or change%1:19:00:: or change%1:11:00::.

I dive into the WordNet hierarchy to examine the semantic relationships. I find Sense 2 ("relational difference") is under "difference," while Sense 4 ("result of alteration") is under "result." Sense 1 ("an event") is under "happening." Does the poll track the event of the change, the differences, or the result? A poll measures the states at different times, thus measuring the relational difference, the difference between attitude at T1 and attitude at T2. I'm focusing in on Sense 2: a relational difference between states or Sense 4: the result of alteration.

But wait. What does it mean to "track"? If you track changes, you track the differences over time. I start to think that "changes in" something naturally occurring (like attitude) is either Sense 2 or Sense 4. I consider SemCor tagging. The prompt gives us 4 sense keys.

I'm thinking: The poll tracks the differences or the events? It makes more sense to say it's measuring the "relational difference." Let's check "track changes". When you track changes, you track the differences over time. In this context, the difference between attitudes. It is also an event. But which is the best fit? If the poll tracks the differences, then the "relational difference" sense is appropriate. "A relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event".

I consider substituting words, to test which sense best fits. I substitute “differences in attitude.” It makes sense. It helps me to check SemCor: "change in attitude" or "change in policy" and so on. But "change%1:24:00::" has the definition: "a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event". The examples are helpful.

I bring up the potential senses again. I consider "tracks changes" – are they tracking the variations? That's what I want to know. Does "change in attitude" fit better with events or differences? Now I am considering "shift in attitude". It's all about how that attitude shifts over time.

I dive back into WordNet and query "attitude change." I think of change in temperature, change in price, change in attitude, and how it relates to this. Often "change in temperature" or "change in prices" maps to Sense 2. This reminds me of Sense 4, which is "the result of alteration or modification". Could this be it? But the context is "track *changes*", not "track *a change*". A poll is measuring the differences over time. But "result" doesn't quite fit.

I consider: Could this be Sense 1? It's "an event that occurs." I think of "He had a sudden change of heart." Is that the same as "the changes in attitude"? I think of how a poll *tracks* changes. Does it track *the event* or the *difference*? The *event* seems best fit since a poll will track fluctuations or variations, and I have just found that those are hyponyms of change%1:11:00::.

So I am leaning towards Sense 1: it refers to the events. It seems to fit the meaning best, as "alterations," "modifications" or "variations" capture the meaning. If you can substitute "alterations", or "fluctuations," then I can select Sense 1. This would be “Because the poll has been taken regularly since

type: thinking

service_tier: default

currency: USD


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Attitude" in Context**

Alright, let's break this down. The target word is "attitude," and we're looking at changes *in* attitude *across the region*. The surrounding text points to political and economic beliefs: support for democracy, backing for private enterprise, even crime as a worry. So, we're talking about something related to *beliefs, feelings, and values*. This is crucial; it's the core of the intended meaning.

Now, let's evaluate the candidates. Candidate 1, “a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways," that’s essentially a *mental attitude*. Bingo! That hits the nail on the head. That definition perfectly aligns with the context.

Candidate 2, "posture," is completely off the mark. While posture *can* reflect attitude in a general sense, it's too superficial here. We need something more substantive than physical bearing.

Candidate 3, "theatrical pose," is even further off. This is about appearances, not the underlying beliefs, thoughts and feelings we're after.

Finally, Candidate 4, "aircraft position," is just absurd. Obviously, that one is irrelevant.

Therefore, candidate 1 is the clear and unequivocal winner. It's the only one that truly captures the intended meaning of "attitude" within this specific context.


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

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

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

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

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 9}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 9}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Thing" in Context: A Deep Dive**

Okay, so the target lemma is "thing," surface form "things." The context gives us: "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll... The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood." My initial instinct is to consider what "things" refers to here. Is it *findings*, *statements*, *qualities*, *facts*, *matters*? I need to narrow it down. I've got a list of potential senses to consider, and the task is to pick the best.

Let's run through them systematically. "Thing%1:26:00" - a special situation? Hmm, maybe. Not a perfect fit, but could work if we're being broad. "Thing%1:04:00" - an action? Nope. "Thing%1:09:00" - a special abstraction? Perhaps, but feels a bit too esoteric. "Thing%1:06:00" - an artifact? Definitely not. "Thing%1:11:00" - an event? No. "Thing%1:09:02" - a vaguely specified concern? This is getting closer, maybe a *matter*? Potentially, but not quite right. "Thing%1:10:00" - a statement regarded as an object? No. "Thing%1:06:01" - an entity not named specifically? Nope. "Thing%1:07:00" - any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence? This is an intriguing candidate. "Thing%1:09:01" - a special objective? No. "Thing%1:12:00" - a persistent illogical feeling? Definitely not. "Thing%1:03:00" - a separate and self-contained entity? This is broad, it can be a candidate, but let me check others first.

Okay, let's circle back to "Two related things stand out... The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood." This phrasing reminds me of "the thing I like about her is...", which strongly suggests an attribute or quality. Sense 7: "a statement regarded as an object" seems unlikely because these "things" are derived from results. Maybe sense 6, "vaguely specified concern?" Or sense 12 ("entity")? A bit too broad...

I'm gravitating towards sense 7 and sense 9. Wait, let's look at sense 7 more closely: "to say the same thing in other terms." That doesn't really seem like it fits this context. The context is results of a poll, "stand out in the results", which doesn't seem to be a statement.

Let's check sense 9: "any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence". Examples: "the thing I like about her is ...". Now, *this* is a strong contender! "Two related things stand out... The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood." The *mood* is a quality or attribute! And this *mood* can be considered a "thing."

Sense 1: "a special situation" - "this thing has got to end". No, that seems incorrect.

Now, wait... should I also consider whether there might be a "fact or circumstance" interpretation? While not explicitly listed, this could be important.

Checking back, I'm finding that sense 9 "any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence" seems better. "Two related *things* stand out in the results..." "Two things", and the first *thing* is the "sunny mood", which is an attribute or quality.

Let's look at WordNet, "thing%1:03:00:: entity". WordNet defines entity as "that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence." The mood can be perceived, known, or inferred! But it's generic. Then there's sense 6 which is: thing - matter, affair, thing - a vaguely specified concern; - this doesn't capture the sunny mood. I'll stick with sense 9.

Sense 9 has "the thing I like about her is...". "Two related things stand out... the first is the sunny mood". It is a quality and attribute that stands out!

Now I think I've got it! Considering the specific context, I'm confident that "thing" here corresponds most precisely to **sense 9: "any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence."** The "sunny mood" is an attribute or quality *from the results*, and can be considered a thing. This is the strongest fit.


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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Senses of "Results" in Context**

Okay, the target is "results," the surface form of the lemma "result." The context is "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October." My initial assessment is that the most likely sense here is related to the outcome of an event or process, not a direct consequence. I need to select the correct sense.

Let's quickly review the candidate senses. Sense 1 is about a "consequence, effect, outcome..." which could fit, but the poll context makes me lean towards something more specific. Sense 2, "solution, answer..." is clearly incorrect. Sense 3, "resultant, final result, outcome..." – that feels right, the kind of "results" you'd get from a poll or a sporting event. Sense 4, the semantic role, is a red herring in this situation.

Specifically, sense 3's example "he listened for the results on the radio" is very evocative. Poll results are informational outcomes. That really hits the target. But, wait, let's just make sure it's not simply a consequence, so I want to distinguish between Sense 1 and 3.

Let's clarify by looking at the key difference between senses 1 and 3. Sense 1 is like a "magnetic effect", while sense 3 is an informational outcome, such as when one "listened for the results on the radio". The poll context makes sense 3 a very good fit.

Okay, let me double-check Sense 3 in WordNet. I can see the definition, and the synonyms "resultant, final result, outcome, termination" and the example "he listened for the results on the radio" confirms it. The other senses do not apply. I am confident that Sense 3 is most likely what we are after. Yes, "results of this year's poll" aligns perfectly with sense 3.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Context of "Year"**

Okay, the target word is "year," and it appears in the phrase "this year's poll." My expert mind immediately goes to disambiguating the possible senses. Let's see, what are the candidates here? I've got:

1.  The standard period of time, 365 or 366 days.
2.  A specific period within a calendar year, usually referring to an activity, like a "school year" or a "fiscal year."
3.  The astronomical "year," the time it takes a planet to orbit its star.
4.  A graduating cohort or class.

Now, let's bring it back to the phrase "this year's poll." The "this" strongly suggests the current calendar year, right? And a poll is something conducted within a timeframe. Sense 2 is a strong contender, but seems less likely as it would require the poll being contextualized as happening within a specific activity. Sense 3, the astronomical year, and Sense 4, the graduating class, are clearly out of context here. Therefore, the best sense is **Sense 1**, the straightforward period of 365 (or 366) days in this instance.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Lemma "Poll"**

Okay, so the target is the word "poll," and the surface form is, unsurprisingly, "poll." The context provides a key: "...this year's poll, taken in September and early October..." Right away, a few senses jump to mind, but the primary ones seem to be: a survey of public opinion, the top of the head, the part of the head between the ears, a tame parrot, and the counting of votes.

Now, the text mentions a "Latinobarómetro poll" conducted across 18 countries, specifically tracking shifts in attitudes and public opinion. Aha! That immediately points me toward sense 1: an inquiry into public opinion, essentially an opinion poll. It's a perfect fit; Latinobarómetro is all about gathering data on public sentiments.

Let me quickly double-check. Sense 1's definition, "an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people," aligns *exactly* with what Latinobarómetro does. Sense 5, the counting of votes, is clearly irrelevant here; tracking attitudes and election counts are distinct.

Therefore, without a doubt, sense 1 is the correct interpretation.


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

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

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

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

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Sense of "Mood"**

Okay, the target is "mood," and the context is interesting: "Latin America's fairly sunny mood" followed by increasing stability in attitudes towards democracy. My initial thought process is to consider the potential senses. I'm immediately leaning towards the prevailing psychological state – that's what seems to fit best.

Let's break down the candidate senses. Sense 1 is about individual temper, a habitual or temporary state of *feeling*. That doesn't quite resonate with the phrase "Latin America's mood." It feels too personal for a regional description.

Sense 2, on the other hand, describes the prevailing *psychological state*, the collective "climate." The example of "national mood" is perfect. It's about an overarching feeling or opinion across a population. This seems to be the obvious connection.

Finally, while *mood* has verb inflections, that's clearly not the intended meaning here.

So, comparing the senses within this specific context, the choice is clear. Sense 2, the prevailing psychological state, is the perfect match. "Latin America's sunny mood" is undoubtedly referring to a widespread sentiment or outlook, not an individual’s personal temperament.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Second" in Context**

Okay, so the target is the word "second", and it's appearing as, well, "second". No tricks there. The surrounding text, "The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy...", immediately flags it as a comparative, a sequential element. It's about listing items.

My initial thought process is to consider the possible meanings, and the system offers two: "coming next after the first..." and a musical sense, "...a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section...".

Given the context, the first definition leaps out. We have a clear enumeration: "The first...", and then "The second...". It's a direct reference to an ordinal position, following something already mentioned. The phrase "in position in space or time or degree or magnitude" just fits perfectly. There is no hint of a musical context.

Therefore, no question, I'm going with sense 1. It's the only one that makes any semantic sense here.


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

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

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

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

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Stability" in the Context of Democratic Attitudes**

Okay, the target word is "stability," specifically within the phrase "increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy." My immediate task is to identify the most accurate sense of "stability" in this context. Let's look at the candidate senses from WordNet. I see three potential definitions: the quality of being firm and steadfast, a stable order (especially of society), and the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation.

Given the context of *attitudes*, the second definition, referring to a "stable order," seems less relevant right away. It's more about societal structure. Now, comparing the first and third definitions, the choice becomes clearer. "Stability" implies the attitudes are enduring and don't change much. Thinking about synonyms, "constancy of attitudes" sounds like a good fit, doesn’t it? If we're tracking *changes* in attitude, then "increasing stability" means *fewer* changes. So, 'enduring and free from change or variation' is the key.

Let me just double-check, though. Is there a crucial distinction between "firm and steadfast" versus "enduring and free from change"? Looking at WordNet again, both definitions are listed as separate senses. Focusing on the phrase "constancy of attitudes" over "stableness of attitudes," it just clicks into place. It's that idea of being *constant*, which neatly aligns with how polling tracks these shifts in opinion.

Yep, "constancy," or "enduring and free from change or variation" – that's definitely the right sense (Sense 3). It fits like a glove. The focus is on the attitudes themselves being consistent and unchanging, not necessarily on being firm in the sense of resolute. That's it; let's stick with that.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Attitudes" in the Latinobarómetro Context**

Okay, so the target word is "attitudes," and the context is all about the Latinobarómetro poll and how opinions are changing across the region, especially regarding democracy. Right away, I'm thinking this is going to involve something psychological, maybe sociological.

Let's break down the candidates. Candidate 1, "a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways," that's the obvious frontrunner. It hits all the right notes with synonyms like "mental attitude." The others? "The arrangement of the body and its limbs" - that's definitely not it. "A theatrical pose created for effect" - no, not likely. And, "position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference" - a hard no.

This is a straightforward application of understanding in context. The reference to opinions, views, and beliefs *directly* points me toward Candidate 1. No need to overthink this.


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

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

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

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

raw_output:
```json
{
  "sense_index": 1
}
```

content:
```json
{
  "sense_index": 1
}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Institutions" in the Context of Democracy**

Okay, the target word is "institutions" in the phrase "democracy and its core institutions." My initial thought is to run through the possible senses. We've got: an organization, a building or complex, a custom, the act of starting something, or, a hospital. In this context, with "core institutions" being linked to democracy, it's pretty clear we're not talking about a building or a hospital. The "starting something" definition doesn't fit either.

My first instinct is that it's either an organization (Sense 1) or a custom/practice (Sense 3). In political science, we usually refer to things like parliament, the judiciary, and electoral systems when we're talking about democratic institutions. WordNet separates organizations from customs, right?

But, let's nail this down. Are we dealing with an organization in this "democracy and its core institutions" context, or a long-standing custom? Given what's usually included, I'm leaning toward organizations: parliament, the courts, and so on. These are all organizations with a specific purpose. Thinking of "core institutions" implies a pre-existing practice or organization, so I'm thinking organizations...

Hmm, could it be sense 3? A custom that has been a feature of society for a long time? Not quite.

I'm double-checking WordNet just to be sure. We have Sense 1 as "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose," and Sense 3 as "a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society."

I'm going to have to go with sense 1. Institutions that make up democracy are organizations. Looking at "democratic institutions," the term is consistently linked to sense 1 and "establishment". Sense 3 might be more appropriate for "the institution of marriage".

Alright, so the phrase "democratic institutions" usually falls under Sense 1, and so does this one! Parliament, an electoral commission, courts. These are organizations. That is the appropriate sense.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Semantics of "Support" in Context**

Okay, the target is "Support" in the sentence "Support for democracy has risen noticeably..." My initial thought is to consider the possible senses, given that I know this context is about public attitudes towards democracy, gleaned from a poll. I'm immediately drawn to the sense that relates to public opinion or attitudes, essentially, immaterial assistance.

I see there are three primary possibilities: providing or maintaining, aiding a cause, or something providing immaterial assistance. The second sense, "aiding the cause or policy," and third, "something providing immaterial assistance," are the most relevant, since we're talking about democracy. The sentence says support *has risen* and it's from a poll measuring attitude.

Now I need to differentiate between "aiding the cause" and "immaterial assistance." I remember the WordNet examples. "The president no longer has the support of his own party" – this indicates an *action* associated with political activity, but this context is about public opinion.

I'm leaning towards the cognitive sense, "something providing immaterial assistance," because the poll is quantifying a change in *attitude*, an internal state. Looking at the examples, "the policy found little public support" is almost exactly what we're after, measuring “public support”. The sentence is "Support for democracy has risen".

Let's do a double check. Sense 2 is about action; sense 3 is about a cognitive state. Given that we're dealing with a poll measuring attitudes, the rise indicates a degree of attitude, a cognitive content. It feels like sense 3 is a better fit. The lexical file 09 for sense 3 is correct: cognition, so support here is about an attitude or belief. This makes the most sense.

I'm confident that sense 3, "something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest," is the best match. My experience in this area allows me to assert that sense 3, which is in Lexical File 09 (cognition), is the correct interpretation. The sentence reflects attitudes measured by a poll, meaning that it is a cognitive content and that the poll reflects this cognitive content, so I will select sense 3.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "Countries" in Context**

Okay, so the target word is "countries" in the sentence about rising support for democracy in "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America". My initial thought is to run through the possible WordNet senses. We've got:

1.  *country%1:14:00::* - a politically organized body of people under a single government (i.e., nation, state)
2.  *country%1:15:00::* - the territory occupied by a nation
3.  *country%1:14:01::* - the people who live in a nation or country

The tricky part, as always with WSD, is the overlap between the first two senses. The phrase "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America" makes me initially lean towards sense 2 (territory). The text highlights the geographic location, like saying "in European countries", indicating a reference to territory. But then, the sentence structure is "Support for democracy rose *in* several countries", which could also refer to the people in those territories, pushing us toward sense 3.

Let's look at the examples for sense 2.  It’s like saying "he visited several European countries" or "he returned to the land of his birth". The phrases "taken *in* 18 countries" and "*in* several countries on the Pacific rim" feel very similar to those examples.

Crucially, the sentence is about rising support *for democracy*. This could apply to the people or the territory, but the construction of the sentence, "in several countries", makes it much more likely the second sense. "countries on the Pacific rim" further emphasizes the geographical aspect, the territory. I mean, we are talking about *location*.

Sense 1: "a politically organized body of people..." - more like "the state has elected a new president".

My inclination is to choose sense 2. It feels like the best fit. I'm going with it.
The "Pacific rim" is all about location. It's the territory.
Let me be certain. Yes, I'll select sense 2. I'm confident.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Context of "South America"**

Okay, so the task at hand is to determine the correct sense of "South America" in this specific sentence: "... Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1)." The target lemma, of course, is "south_america," and the surface form in the text is "South America."

Let's break this down. We have two potential senses for "South America": Sense 1 is the physical continent, a landmass connected to North America. Sense 2 refers to the collection of nations on that continent. The crucial phrase is "countries on the Pacific rim of South America."

If we substitute "nations" for "South America," the sentence becomes "countries on the Pacific rim of the nations." That just doesn't sound right, the "of the nations" seems redundant, and doesn't make as much sense as it does with "continent". "Pacific rim" is a geographical descriptor, inherently connected to a landmass. The *rim* is the edge of a landmass, which is a continent in this case.

Therefore, the only reasonable interpretation is that "South America" in this context refers to the geographic entity, the continent. Sense 1, the continent, is the correct one. Therefore, the sense index is 1.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Ambiguity of "Table"**

Okay, so the target word is "table," and it appears exactly as "table" in the text. The surrounding context is: "Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1)." Right away, this screams *tabular array* to me. The phrase "see table 1" is a dead giveaway.

Let's quickly run through the senses to be absolutely sure. My internal lexicon defines it like this:

*   Sense 1: `table%1:14:00::` a set of data arranged in rows and columns, synonym is *tabular array*, and the example is "see table 1".
*   Sense 2: A piece of furniture.
*   Sense 3: Table set for meal.
*   Sense 4: Mesa.
*   Sense 5: Company of people.
*   Sense 6: Food or meals in general.

No contest. Given the context and the phrase "see table 1", sense 1 is the obvious and only correct interpretation here. It's a clear instance of a data table.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Year" in Economic Context**

Okay, the target word is "year," and it's used in the phrase "...6% a year." My initial thought is that this is straightforward – we're talking about annual growth. That "a year" is shorthand for "per year," immediately pointing to the first sense: a period of time, specifically a calendar year, encompassing 365 or 366 days. In this financial context, that's almost certainly what's meant. I'm thinking, this is probably just an abbreviation of per annum.

Let's quickly run through potential alternative senses, just to be thorough. Could it be a school year? Or the time it takes for an astronomical body to orbit? Maybe a graduating class? No, none of those even remotely fit this economic context. "6% a year" explicitly relates to economic activity, and that's usually tracked annually.

So, it seems sense 1 – the standard, chronological calendar year or 12-month period – is the only logical interpretation here. I'll make sure to note that the phrase "a year" in this context is equivalent to "per year" or "per annum." Just to be perfectly clear, I'm confirming that sense 1 is appropriate and likely the only appropriate interpretation. Good. Moving on.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the "Support" Lemma**

Okay, so the target is "support," and the surface form is, unsurprisingly, "support." The context is about public opinion in Peru regarding democracy. My task is to pin down the correct sense of "support" in this instance.

Let's look at the candidates. Candidate 2 is "aiding the cause or policy or interests of" (support%1:04:00), which sounds like an *action*. Candidate 3 is "something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest" (support%1:09:00), which seems more *cognitive*.

The phrase "support for democracy" immediately leans towards public approval or backing of a government system. WordNet explicitly uses "public support" as an example of sense 3, the cognitive sense (1:09). Now, let's carefully compare the definitions.

Sense 2 is about *actions*, like "aiding a cause." But sense 3 is about *immaterial assistance*, like an *attitude* or *belief*. The context is talking about a rise in support *from a poll*. The poll measures an attitude toward democracy. That's a cognitive state – it's people's beliefs and approval. This aligns perfectly with the noun.cognition classification of sense 3 (1:09).

So, while sense 2 is an act - (noun.act) and might fit if the context involved *actively aiding* democracy, the context is the measure of a public *attitude* through polling.

Let's quickly re-examine the examples: Sense 3's example is "the policy found little public support" is a perfect fit, like "support for democracy has risen." Sense 2 gives an example of "the president no longer has the support of his own party", this refers to taking action and providing active support or an endorsement. Polling numbers don't necessarily capture this.

Therefore, since the context involves measured attitudes, I'm confident that sense 3 (noun.cognition) is the correct one. The data supports the selection.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Lemma "Low" in Context**

Okay, so the lemma I'm working with is "low," and the surface form is, unsurprisingly, also "low." The surrounding context is: "...support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year." Right away, I'm thinking this is probably referring to a *low level* or *degree* – something quantifiable like a percentage.

Let's quickly run through the candidate senses, just to be thorough. First, we've got an "air mass of lower pressure," which is clearly meteorological and doesn't fit the bill. Then, a "British political cartoonist" – absolutely irrelevant. And finally, a "low level or position or degree" which seems perfect (think "the stock market fell to a new low"). Finally, a "lowest forward gear ratio" which is automotive jargon.

Based on the context, sense number 3, the "low level or position or degree," is the only one that makes any logical sense. The phrase "from a low of 40%" makes a clear connection. We're talking about a percentage value, so it's a solid match.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Year"**

Okay, so the target word is "year," specifically within the context of "from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year." I need to determine the intended sense here, considering the context. Let's look at the candidate senses: I've got a few options:

1.  A straightforward period of time, like a calendar year. Examples like "she is 4 years old" and "in the year 1920" come to mind.
2.  A year tied to a specific activity or schedule.
3.  An astronomical definition - the time it takes a planet to orbit its star.
4.  A student body.

The context here seems pretty straightforward: we're talking about changes over time, referencing "in 2005", "this year's poll," and the mention of "last year". That strongly suggests a reference to calendar years. Sense 1, the straightforward period of 365 or 366 days, seems like the most appropriate fit. It's the standard, common-sense meaning.

Let me double-check that sense: the sense key is "year%1:28:01::," and the definition is "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days." Yes, that perfectly aligns. "This year" clearly refers to the current calendar year. I can confidently assign sense index 1.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Context of "Economy"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year." The key here is "economy," and I need to figure out the specific sense it's being used in. The context points to Mexico's system of production, distribution, and consumption.

Let's break down the candidate senses I have in mind: First, of course, there's the standard **economic system** sense – the one I'd typically expect when talking about a country's economic performance. It's the whole shebang: production, distribution, consumption, all interconnected. Then, there's the more abstract sense of the **efficient use of resources**. That *could* apply, but it's not the primary focus here. Next, there is **frugality**. I would not apply this in this context. And finally, an **act of economizing**, which also feels like a mismatch.

Considering the sentence as a whole, "recovered after suffering a big drop in output," it's clear the intended meaning is the **economic system** of Mexico, as it is a term that directly references the system. The others are not applicable in this context. Therefore, I can confidently select sense 1.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Context of "Drop"**

Okay, so the target word is "drop," and it's used in the sentence about Mexico's economic recovery after, well, *something* happened to output. Right away, I'm thinking decrease. The context screams that. Let me look at Candidate 3.

"A sudden sharp decrease in some quantity." Bingo. That definition nails it. "Dip," "fall," "free fall" – the synonyms are spot on, too. Now, let's look at the examples: a Dow Jones drop, a pressure drop... both concrete instances of quantifiable decreases. This is precisely what's happening to the economic output in the text, too. There's no ambiguity here. Candidate 3 is the clear winner; a perfect fit.


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

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

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

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

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Output" in an Economic Context**

Okay, the target word is "output" in the sentence concerning Mexico's economic recovery after a significant "drop in output." I'm immediately thinking about economic indicators, growth, and production. Let's see... the candidate senses are: final product, production amount/yield, electronic signal, quantity created within a time period, and what's produced in a given time period.

Given the economic context, I can eliminate the electronic signal sense right away. Now, let's look closer at sense 4 and 5. Sense 4, which is "the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time)," seems like a strong contender, especially with its examples. And Sense 5: "what is produced in a given time period". The synonyms are similar between them, but Sense 4 has that direct parallel in phrasing with the example, "production was up in the second quarter."

Ah, "a big drop in output last year." That's a direct reference to economic production, the *quantity* of goods and services created over a period. I'm leaning heavily towards sense 4, with its emphasis on quantity. I can confirm this by re-examining Sense 4. "The quantity of something... created." The synonyms "yield" and "production" align perfectly. The phrase "drop in output" is consistent with that. Yeah, sense 4 is the winner here. It makes the most sense. Sense 5 would be fine too, but 4 is just more precise. Sense 4 it is.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Year"**

Okay, the target word is "year," and the context is "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year." My immediate thought is, this is pretty straightforward, but let's be thorough. I need to make sure I'm not overlooking a subtle nuance.

Let's review the senses. Clearly, we're talking about a period of time. There's the standard **Sense 1**, the classic definition: a period containing 365 (or 366) days – the calendar year. Examples like "in the year 1920" solidify that. Then there's **Sense 2**, referring to a specific period for a particular activity, like a "school year." Not relevant here. **Sense 3** relates to planetary orbits, "a Martian year," etc. Definitely not the correct context. Finally, **Sense 4** describes a graduating "class" of students. Also not relevant.

"Last year" in the context of economic recovery *absolutely* points to the previous calendar year. Given that context, Sense 1, the standard dictionary definition for a 365-day period, is the correct and most appropriate sense to use here. No need to overthink it; the meaning is clear.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Half"**

Okay, so the target word is "half," and the context is "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil..." My task is to determine the correct sense of "half" in this sentence. The provided candidates are: "one of two equal parts of a divisible whole" and "one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided." Clearly, given the context of respondents, the first sense is the appropriate one. We're talking about a proportion, roughly 50%, a division of the whole respondent group into two equal parts. Let's just confirm this quickly... "half of respondents" clearly maps to approximately 50%, which directly aligns with the definition "one of two equal parts." Makes sense. So, my JSON output will be {"sense_index": 1}.


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

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

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

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

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Respondents" in Context**

Okay, so the target word is "respondent", specifically the plural form "respondents". The context definitely places this within the realm of survey or poll data, focusing on Latin America and attitudes towards democracy. Phrases like "...only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil..." and "...44% of respondents across the region..." solidify this.

Now, let's look at the candidates. The first, "respondent%1:18:01::" deals with legal proceedings, specifically divorce and adultery. That's a complete mismatch. The second, "respondent%1:18:00::" defines it as "someone who responds," essentially synonymous with "responder" or "answerer."

Given the context of people answering questions in a survey, the second candidate is obviously the correct interpretation. It's a straightforward application of the definition, and the context provides all the necessary clues to disambiguate the term effectively. Case closed.