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

Context: The Dedham, Mass., couple knew even before Bonnie became pregnant in 1987 that any child of theirs had a 50% chance of being at risk for retinoblastoma, an eye cancer that occurs about once every 20,000 births. Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to <t>develop</t> cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded.

Senses:
1. definition=make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation | examples=Her company developed a new kind of building material that withstands all kinds of weather; They developed a new technique
2. definition=work out | synonyms=evolve, germinate | examples=We have developed a new theory of evolution
3. definition=gain through experience | synonyms=acquire, evolve | examples=I acquired a strong aversion to television; Children must develop a sense of right and wrong
4. definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | synonyms=grow, produce, get, acquire | examples=He grew a beard; The patient developed abdominal pains
5. definition=come into existence; take on form or shape | synonyms=originate, arise, rise, uprise, spring up, grow | examples=A new religious movement originated in that country; a love that sprang up from friendship
6. definition=change the use of and make available or usable | synonyms=build up | examples=develop land; The country developed its natural resources
7. definition=elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses | synonyms=explicate, formulate | examples=Could you develop the ideas in your thesis
8. definition=create by training and teaching | synonyms=train, prepare, educate | examples=The old master is training world-class violinists; we develop the leaders for the future
9. definition=be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest | examples=The plot developed slowly
10. definition=grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment | examples=A flower developed on the branch; The country developed into a mighty superpower
11. definition=become technologically advanced | synonyms=modernize, modernise | examples=Many countries in Asia are now developing at a very fast pace; Viet Nam is modernizing rapidly
12. definition=cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development | synonyms=make grow | examples=The perfect climate here develops the grain; He developed a new kind of apple
13. definition=generate gradually | examples=We must develop more potential customers; develop a market for the new mobile phone
14. definition=grow emotionally or mature | synonyms=grow | examples=The child developed beautifully in her new kindergarten; When he spent a summer at camp, the boy grew noticeably and no longer showed some of his old adolescent behavior
15. definition=make visible by means of chemical solutions | examples=Please develop this roll of film for me
16. definition=superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry
17. definition=move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions | examples=Spassky developed quickly
18. definition=move into a strategically more advantageous position | examples=develop the rook
19. definition=elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme | examples=develop the melody and change the key
20. definition=happen | synonyms=break, recrudesce | examples=Report the news as it develops; These political movements recrudesce from time to time
21. definition=expand in the form of a series | examples=Develop the function in the following form

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Term "Develop" in a Medical Context**

Okay, so the prompt is asking about reliably predicting if someone will *develop* cancer. My immediate instinct is to zero in on the verb "develop." It needs to be interpreted correctly. The context suggests a biological transformation or manifestation, hence my thoughts focus on the definition of "develop" that pertains to a physical change or acquisition.

My analysis went directly to sense 4 from the definitions: "come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)." The synonyms listed, like *grow*, *produce*, *get*, and *acquire*, immediately resonate with the biological process of cancer. The example provided, "The patient developed abdominal pains," clinches it – this is a clear fit for the progression of a disease.

Now, let's just make sure I haven't missed a nuance. Sense 3, "gain through experience," doesn't apply here. Developing a sense of right and wrong is completely irrelevant in this medical context. Sense 10, "grow, progress, unfold," could be relevant in a broader sense, but it is too ambiguous and does not capture the essence of developing a disease. Thus, I am confident in selecting Sense 4 as the most accurate definition.


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

Context: The Dedham, Mass., couple knew even before Bonnie became pregnant in 1987 that any child of theirs had a 50% chance of being at risk for retinoblastoma, an eye cancer that occurs about once every 20,000 births. Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop <t>cancer</t>. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded.

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

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reasoning_content:
**Focusing on the Term "Cancer" in Retinoblastoma**

Okay, so we're dealing with retinoblastoma, a medical condition, specifically an eye cancer. My initial thought process is always about precision, so I'm immediately homing in on the word "cancer" itself. It's crucial to eliminate any ambiguity. We're *not* talking about astrology, constellations, zodiac signs, or, heaven forbid, crabs! My mind quickly filters through the potential meanings. The only relevant sense here, the only one that makes any sense in this medical context, is the first one: a malignant growth or tumor arising from abnormal cell division. That's the key; that's the precise definition we're working with here, and we need to be certain we have established the correct context.

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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. <t>Equally</t> important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=to the same degree (often followed by `as') | synonyms=as, every bit | examples=they were equally beautiful; birds were singing and the child sang as sweetly
2. definition=in equal amounts or shares; in a balanced or impartial way | synonyms=evenly | examples=a class evenly divided between girls and boys; they split their winnings equally

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Nuance of "Equally"**

Okay, so I'm dissecting this sentence, and the word "Equally" is standing out. It's used here, "Equally important, the initial discovery...", and that immediately triggers my mental dictionary. I know "Equally" can mean a few things, right? There's that clear "to the same degree" meaning, often followed by "as," which is the one that jumps out first. Then there's the other sense of "equal amounts or shares," like dividing something up equally.

Given the context, the first definition, "to the same degree," is the one that clicks. The author is saying that the initial discovery is important *to the same extent* as whatever else they're about to mention. It's a subtle but important piece of rhetorical framing. It's not about dividing importance; it's about establishing a comparable level of significance. Makes perfect sense.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally <t>important</t>, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=of great significance or value | synonyms=of import | examples=important people; the important questions of the day
2. definition=important in effect or meaning | synonyms=significant | examples=a significant change in tax laws; a significant change in the Constitution
3. definition=of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis | synonyms=crucial | examples=a crucial moment in his career; a crucial election
4. definition=having authority or ascendancy or influence | synonyms=authoritative | examples=an important official; the captain's authoritative manner
5. definition=having or suggesting a consciousness of high position | examples=recited the decree with an important air; took long important strides in the direction of his office

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

Okay, so the text uses "important" in the phrase "Equally important, the initial discovery..." and that immediately catches my attention. The word "important" here is clearly intended to highlight significance. It's meant to convey that the discovery is of similar weight to whatever came before. Let's break down the possible senses of "important":

I'm considering these definitions:
1.  Of great significance or value.
2.  Important in effect or meaning.
3.  Of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis.
4.  Having authority.
5.  Consciousness of high position.

I think it's likely Sense 1 ("of great significance or value") or Sense 2 ("important in effect or meaning") that is most relevant here. "Equally important" usually implies equal significance or equal value, right?

Looking more closely at WordNet, "important" does indeed have those senses. It's often tagged as sense 1 in contexts like these.

I see that the specific discovery "...has opened a field of cancer study..." This clarifies that it relates to "great significance or value." This aligns well with sense 1.

I also remember that "important" can have tricky "satellite" adjective senses, but sense 1 appears to be the most common "head" sense in this usage.

Therefore, I'll confidently return Sense 1.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial <t>discovery</t> of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of discovering something | synonyms=find, uncovering
2. definition=something that is discovered
3. definition=a productive insight | synonyms=breakthrough, find
4. definition=(law) compulsory pretrial disclosure of documents relevant to a case; enables one side in a litigation to elicit information from the other side concerning the facts in the case

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Nuance of "Discovery"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this phrase, "the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth," and the word "discovery" jumps out. My immediate thought is, which sense are we talking about here? Is it the *act* of discovering, the *insight* itself, or perhaps the *thing* that was discovered? Let's break this down.

Initially, I'm leaning towards the act itself; the act of uncovering the gene. The wording, "the initial discovery of the gene" strongly suggests the action, the *process* of finding it. Wait, hold on. There's also that "productive insight" sense, that "breakthrough" aspect. Hmmm...

Now, let's consider the context more closely. We have "the initial discovery of the gene... made by a Boston doctor..." Ah, here the phrase could refer to the act of *the doctor's act of finding* or *the finding itself*. "Made by" is interesting because the doctor *made* it... So, if it's the act, "initial discovery" makes sense. If it's the discovered item, it could refer to sense 2.

Let's see... and "make a discovery," that common collocation? That usually falls under sense 1, the action. Okay, let's check further into this, too. Let's see what WordNet has to offer here... Yep, I was right.

Aha! And now, "discovery of the gene... has opened a field..." That further cements it! The *act* of finding it is what unlocked the potential. So, yes, after a careful consideration, I'm going with sense 1: the act of discovering something. It's the action of the Boston doctor that's key here.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that <t>controls</t> retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=exercise authoritative control or power over | synonyms=command | examples=control the budget; Command the military forces
2. definition=lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits | synonyms=hold in, hold, contain, check, curb, moderate | examples=moderate your alcohol intake; hold your tongue
3. definition=handle and cause to function | synonyms=operate | examples=do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol; control the lever
4. definition=control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage | synonyms=manipulate, keep in line | examples=She manipulates her boss; She is a very controlling mother and doesn't let her children grow up
5. definition=check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard | synonyms=verify | examples=Are you controlling for the temperature?
6. definition=verify by using a duplicate register for comparison | examples=control an account
7. definition=be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something | synonyms=see, check, insure, see to it, ensure, ascertain | examples=He verified that the valves were closed; See that the curtains are closed
8. definition=have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of | synonyms=master | examples=Do you control these data?

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "Controls" in the Context of Gene Function**

Okay, the word is "controls." Let's break this down in the context of a gene and retinal cell growth. It seems the gene is doing something *to* the growth, exercising some kind of influence. What are the possibilities?

I immediately think of a few senses. There's the classic sense of "exercise authoritative control or power over," like controlling a budget. Then, there's a sense of "lessening intensity" – think of controlling your temper. Another is "handle and cause to function," like operating machinery. There's also the manipulative sense, "influence skillfully." Finally, we have the scientific "check or regulate."

Given that we're talking about a gene's role in *biological* process - cell growth - it seems pretty clear that the first sense is the most relevant: the gene *directs*, *regulates*, or *has power over* that growth. It has authoritative influence over the process. We're talking about a biological mechanism, so the authoritative or regulatory sense is spot on.

Just to be sure, let me consult WordNet again for confirmation. It aligns perfectly. A gene controlling cell growth is exercising control/power over it, regulating it. Definitely, Sense 1 it is.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal <t>cell</t> growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=any small compartment | examples=the cells of a honeycomb
2. definition=(biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms; they may exist as independent units of life (as in monads) or may form colonies or tissues as in higher plants and animals
3. definition=a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction | synonyms=electric cell
4. definition=a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement | synonyms=cadre
5. definition=a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver | synonyms=cellular telephone, cellular phone, cellphone, mobile phone
6. definition=small room in which a monk or nun lives | synonyms=cubicle
7. definition=a room where a prisoner is kept | synonyms=jail cell, prison cell

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Biological Context**

Okay, let's break this down. We're dealing with a medical scenario here – "retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene," "cancer," "retinal cell growth"... clearly, the discussion revolves around biology and the intricacies of cellular function. The word "cell" is used frequently, and that's the key. Knowing this, the intended meaning of "cell" is unequivocally the biological definition: "(biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms..." Therefore, sense 2 is the precise and correct interpretation in this context. It's imperative we understand this as it is the foundation for further analysis.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell <t>growth</t>, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level | synonyms=growing, maturation, development, ontogeny, ontogenesis | examples=he proposed an indicator of osseous development in children
2. definition=a progression from simpler to more complex forms | examples=the growth of culture
3. definition=a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important | synonyms=increase, increment | examples=the increase in unemployment; the growth of population
4. definition=vegetation that has grown | examples=a growth of trees; the only growth was some salt grass
5. definition=the gradual beginning or coming forth | synonyms=emergence, outgrowth | examples=figurines presage the emergence of sculpture in Greece
6. definition=(pathology) an abnormal proliferation of tissue (as in a tumor)
7. definition=something grown or growing | examples=a growth of hair

reasoning_content:
**My Thought Process on "Retinal Cell Growth"**

Okay, so I'm thinking about this gene and how it "controls retinal cell growth." My initial understanding is that "growth" here refers to the biological increase in cells, but I need to be more precise, given the context. First, I need to check the senses of 'growth'. I need to make sure I pick the right one.

Hmm, let's consider the senses. Sense 1 in biology refers to an individual organism growing, which isn't quite right for individual cells. Sense 3, however, seems promising: "a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous." This increase in cells feels applicable. Then there's Sense 6: (pathology) abnormal proliferation, like a tumor. Wait, the gene *controls* the growth. It seems like the gene is likely a tumor-suppressor gene. So this could be either proliferation as in Sense 6 (tumor), but it says that the gene *controls* it. It might mean that it is a *normal* proliferation.

Let's look at the WordNet definitions. Sense 3: "a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous." That sounds like what I am looking for. "Retinal cell growth" is like cells becoming more numerous. Sense 1: biological organism growing. That's close. I have to think, it says *growth*. Let's try Sense 1. But wait, then proliferation is Sense 3.

If it were a tumor, the text would've said it was an abnormal growth. I will output 3 because it means "increase" in cells. The text says "controls retinal cell growth", so I think that means it is regulating a *normal* growth.

Okay, I'll go with Sense 1, even though proliferation seems a better fit, because it's cell growth. I am confident in selecting Sense 1 and then re-checking. Wait, I will pick Sense 3, because it means that cells are becoming more numerous.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, <t>made</t> by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=engage in | synonyms=do | examples=make love, not war; make an effort
2. definition=give certain properties to something | synonyms=get | examples=get someone mad; She made us look silly
3. definition=make or cause to be or to become | synonyms=create | examples=make a mess in one's office; create a furor
4. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | synonyms=induce, stimulate, cause, have, get | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR; My children finally got me to buy a computer
5. definition=give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally | synonyms=cause, do | examples=cause a commotion; make a stir
6. definition=create or manufacture a man-made product | synonyms=produce, create | examples=We produce more cars than we can sell; The company has been making toys for two centuries
7. definition=make, formulate, or derive in the mind | synonyms=draw | examples=I draw a line here; draw a conclusion
8. definition=compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way | examples=People cannot be made to integrate just by passing a law!; Heat makes you sweat
9. definition=create by artistic means | synonyms=create | examples=create a poem; Schoenberg created twelve-tone music
10. definition=earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | synonyms=gain, take in, clear, earn, realize, realise | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?; She earns a lot in her new job
11. definition=create or design, often in a certain way | synonyms=do | examples=Do my room in blue; I did this piece in wood to express my love for the forest
12. definition=to compose or represent: | synonyms=form, constitute | examples=This wall forms the background of the stage setting; The branches made a roof
13. definition=reach a goal, e.g., | synonyms=reach, get to, progress to | examples=make the first team; We made it!
14. definition=be or be capable of being changed or made into | examples=He makes a great host; He will make a fine father
15. definition=make by shaping or bringing together constituents | examples=make a dress; make a cake
16. definition=perform or carry out | examples=make a decision; make a move
17. definition=make by combining materials and parts | synonyms=construct, build | examples=this little pig made his house out of straw; Some eccentric constructed an electric brassiere warmer
18. definition=change from one form into another | examples=make water into wine; make lead into gold
19. definition=act in a certain way so as to acquire | examples=make friends; make enemies
20. definition=charge with a function; charge to be | synonyms=name, nominate | examples=She was named Head of the Committee; She was made president of the club
21. definition=achieve a point or goal | synonyms=have, get | examples=Nicklaus had a 70; The Brazilian team got 4 goals
22. definition=reach a destination, either real or abstract | synonyms=reach, attain, hit, arrive at, gain | examples=We hit Detroit by noon; The water reached the doorstep
23. definition=institute, enact, or establish | synonyms=lay down, establish | examples=make laws
24. definition=carry out or commit | examples=make a mistake; commit a faux-pas
25. definition=form by assembling individuals or constituents | examples=Make a quorum
26. definition=organize or be responsible for | synonyms=hold, throw, have, give | examples=hold a reception; have, throw, or make a party
27. definition=put in order or neaten | synonyms=make up | examples=make the bed; make up a room
28. definition=head into a specified direction | synonyms=take | examples=The escaped convict took to the hills; We made for the mountains
29. definition=have a bowel movement | synonyms=stool, defecate, shit, take a shit, take a crap, ca-ca | examples=The dog had made in the flower beds
30. definition=undergo fabrication or creation | examples=This wool makes into a nice sweater
31. definition=be suitable for | examples=Wood makes good furniture
32. definition=add up to | examples=four and four make eight
33. definition=amount to | examples=This salary increase makes no difference to my standard of living
34. definition=constitute the essence of | examples=Clothes make the man
35. definition=appear to begin an activity | examples=He made to speak but said nothing in the end; She made as if to say hello to us
36. definition=proceed along a path | synonyms=work | examples=work one's way through the crowd; make one's way into the forest
37. definition=reach in time | examples=We barely made the plane
38. definition=gather and light the materials for | examples=make a fire
39. definition=prepare for eating by applying heat | synonyms=cook, fix, ready, prepare | examples=Cook me dinner, please; can you make me an omelette?
40. definition=induce to have sex | synonyms=seduce, score | examples=Harry finally seduced Sally; Did you score last night?
41. definition=assure the success of | examples=A good review by this critic will make your play!
42. definition=represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like | synonyms=pretend, make believe | examples=She makes like an actress
43. definition=consider as being | examples=It wasn't the problem some people made it
44. definition=calculate as being | examples=I make the height about 100 feet
45. definition=cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable | examples=make my day
46. definition=favor the development of | examples=Practice makes the winner
47. definition=develop into | examples=He will make a splendid father!
48. definition=behave in a certain way | examples=make merry
49. definition=eliminate urine | synonyms=urinate, piddle, puddle, micturate, piss, pee | examples=Again, the cat had made on the expensive rug

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the "Make a Discovery" Collocation**

Okay, so the text uses "made" in the context of a discovery – "discovery...made by." My immediate thought is to consider the "make" collocation and understand its meaning here. It seems like it's used to perform an action. My initial intuition is that this refers to "performing or carrying out" a discovery. Let's dig deeper to see if this is right.

I first considered sense 16, which is "perform or carry out" – think "make a decision" or "make a move." Bingo! "Make a discovery" fits this nicely; it's an action, and the verb "make" represents the action of doing the thing. Now I have to go through the other possible senses.

I quickly considered Sense 1, which refers to engaging in something – like "make an effort." This doesn't quite fit the context of a discovery; it's closer to synonyms like "do". Sense 5 is “give rise to; cause to happen or occur," which is closer to "cause a commotion" or "make a stir". Sense 7 is to “make, formulate, or derive in the mind” – like “draw a conclusion." I'm pretty sure it's none of those.

I then went back and consulted WordNet to confirm my hunch. My memory of WordNet is that Sense 16 is most likely. Reading the examples again "make a move", "make a decision", "make a discovery" are examples of Sense 16.

Ah, yes, Sense 16 is the correct match. That seems right.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston <t>doctor</t> named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=a licensed medical practitioner | synonyms=doc, physician, MD, Dr., medico | examples=I felt so bad I went to see my doctor
2. definition=(Roman Catholic Church) a title conferred on 33 saints who distinguished themselves through the orthodoxy of their theological teaching | synonyms=Doctor of the Church | examples=the Doctors of the Church greatly influenced Christian thought down to the late Middle Ages
3. definition=children take the roles of physician or patient or nurse and pretend they are at the physician's office | examples=the children explored each other's bodies by playing the game of doctor
4. definition=a person who holds Ph.D. degree (or the equivalent) from an academic institution | synonyms=Dr. | examples=she is a doctor of philosophy in physics

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Context of a Medical Discovery**

Okay, let's break this down. We're talking about a significant medical discovery here, specifically a gene linked to cancer. The use of the word "doctor" requires careful consideration. In this context, "doctor" almost certainly refers to Thaddeus Dryja, the individual who initially identified this critical gene involved in retinal cell growth. He's a medical professional, and while he may hold a PhD, the primary implication of "doctor" in this scenario is as a *physician* – someone with medical expertise actively treating patients or conducting medical research. While a PhD is relevant, the initial discovery is what defines "doctor" here. Given that Dr. Dryja is an ophthalmologist, the primary sense of the word, Sense 1, a "licensed medical practitioner," is most appropriate. The implication is clinical, the practice of medicine, and the translation of the research into treatment.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor <t>named</t> Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | synonyms=call | examples=They named their son David; The new school was named after the famous Civil Rights leader
2. definition=give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property | synonyms=identify | examples=Many senators were named in connection with the scandal; The almanac identifies the auspicious months
3. definition=charge with a function; charge to be | synonyms=nominate, make | examples=She was named Head of the Committee; She was made president of the club
4. definition=create and charge with a task or function | synonyms=appoint, nominate, constitute | examples=nominate a committee
5. definition=mention and identify by name | examples=name your accomplices!
6. definition=make reference to | synonyms=mention, advert, bring up, cite, refer | examples=His name was mentioned in connection with the invention
7. definition=identify as in botany or biology, for example | synonyms=identify, discover, key, key out, distinguish, describe
8. definition=give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of | synonyms=list | examples=List the states west of the Mississippi
9. definition=determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis | synonyms=diagnose

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Adjective "Named"**

Okay, so the text uses "named" – "...made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja..." – and my immediate thought is to parse that. It's the past participle of "name," functioning as an adjective, right? It's derived from the verb "name," meaning to *assign* a name, or to *call* by a name. Makes sense.

Let's look at the nuances. There are a couple of relevant senses in my mental dictionary. Sense 1 is what I’m most inclined toward: "assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to," essentially "call." So, we'd get something like, in the passive or participle form, "a doctor named [called] Thaddeus." That feels right.

Then, there's Sense 2: "give the name or identifying characteristics of." But Sense 1, assigning a proper name, feels like a better fit.

Just to be absolutely certain, I'm going to quickly cross-reference with WordNet. The phrase "a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja" perfectly aligns with the verb "name" in Sense 1 (the "call" sense, the "assign a name" sense). Okay, for example, "They named their son David" becomes "a son named David." Absolutely, Sense 1 is the correct interpretation here. It's solid.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has <t>opened</t> a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=cause to open or to become open | synonyms=open up | examples=Mary opened the car door
2. definition=start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning | synonyms=open up | examples=open a business
3. definition=become open | synonyms=open up | examples=The door opened
4. definition=begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. | examples=He opened the meeting with a long speech
5. definition=spread out or open from a closed or folded state | synonyms=unfold, spread, spread out | examples=open the map; spread your arms
6. definition=make available | synonyms=open up | examples=This opens up new possibilities
7. definition=become available | synonyms=open up | examples=an opportunity opened up
8. definition=have an opening or passage or outlet | examples=The bedrooms open into the hall
9. definition=make the opening move | examples=Kasparov opened with a standard opening
10. definition=afford access to | synonyms=afford, give | examples=the door opens to the patio; The French doors give onto a terrace
11. definition=display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Contextual Meaning**

Okay, so the text says something has "opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded." My initial interpretation is that this "opening" has created a new area for investigation, essentially making it available for exploration. It's about initiating and enabling research.

Let's break down the word "opened." I have a few senses in mind. There's the literal sense of opening a door (Sense 1), starting a business (Sense 2), or initiating a meeting (Sense 4). But none of these seem quite right here. The best fit is Sense 6: "make available." The synonyms listed – "open up" – ring true and fit perfectly with the phrase "opened a field of cancer study," indicating that new avenues for research have been created. It's a key element in understanding the potential for the "explosion" of research in this area.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of <t>cancer</t> study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

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

reasoning_content:
**My Initial Thoughts on "Cancer"**

Okay, the word is "cancer." Immediately, I'm thinking in terms of its biological meaning. The context mentions an "exploded" field of study, which strongly suggests we're dealing with something related to tumors, perhaps advancements in understanding or treatments. My expertise immediately leans towards the scientific side, considering the mention of retinoblastoma, cell growth genes, and predicting cancer development – all hallmarks of oncology and genetic research.

While I *know* there are other meanings— the zodiac sign, the astrological interpretations, and even a type genus of crabs – those senses are completely irrelevant here. They are merely noise in this particular context. The mention of tumor and genes related to cell growth solidifies my understanding that we are dealing with Sense 1, the malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal cell division, which is clearly the intended meaning here.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in <t>recent</t> months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=new | examples=recent graduates; a recent addition to the house
2. definition=of the immediate past or just previous to the present time | synonyms=late | examples=a late development; their late quarrel

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the word "recent" in that context:

**Analyzing the Nuances of "Recent"**

Okay, so the text uses "recent" in the phrase "in recent months." My initial thought is to zero in on the temporal aspect – what period is "recent" referring to? It's clearly pointing towards the immediate past, the months that have just rolled by, leading up to the present. I'm thinking about the precise timeframe implied.

Given that, Sense 2 of the word's definition feels like the perfect fit. The "immediate past" denotation is the most appropriate. I'm quickly filtering out any other potential definitions.

Sense 1, the "new" meaning – as in, something newly made or recently attained – just doesn’t resonate here. That meaning feels right for things like "recent graduates," but not for a temporal reference like "in recent months".

So, the conclusion is clear: Sense 2 is definitely the most accurate interpretation in this context. It's a textbook example of choosing the most precise semantic match.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent <t>months</t> has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year | synonyms=calendar month | examples=he paid the bill last month
2. definition=a time unit of approximately 30 days | examples=he was given a month to pay the bill

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Recent Months"**

Okay, so the text uses "months" in the phrase "in recent months." My first thought is to clarify what that *really* means. It's not about January or February, but rather a duration of time. Specifically, it's about a 30-day time period, a rough approximation of a month. Wait, yes, "recent months" refers to the last few of these roughly 30-day intervals.

Now, let's nail down these different "months" definitions, as I recall there are actually two. Sense 1 is the obvious one, a calendar month like January, a specific division of the year. For instance, "paid the bill last month" is calendar-specific. Sense 2 is the more generic time unit, approximately 30 days. Consider the example, "he was given a month to pay the bill."

Alright, let me consult WordNet to confirm my hunch. My quick look over indicates that "recent months" falls more under the second sense, the 30-day time unit. So, "in recent months" really means "in the past few periods of 30 days." Excellent, that's the more precise definition to use. I'm choosing sense 2.


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

Context: Mr. Quinlan, 30 years old, knew he carried a damaged gene, having lost an eye to the rare tumor when he was only two months old -- after his mother had suffered the same fate when she was a baby. Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has <t>exploded</t>. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute.

Senses:
1. definition=cause to burst with a violent release of energy | synonyms=detonate, blow up, set off | examples=We exploded the nuclear bomb
2. definition=burst outward, usually with noise | synonyms=burst | examples=The champagne bottle exploded
3. definition=show a violent emotional reaction | examples=The boss exploded when he heard of the resignation of the secretary
4. definition=be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise | synonyms=burst forth, break loose | examples=His anger exploded
5. definition=destroy by exploding | examples=The enemy exploded the bridge
6. definition=cause to burst as a result of air pressure; of stop consonants like /p/, /t/, and /k/
7. definition=drive from the stage by noisy disapproval
8. definition=show (a theory or claim) to be baseless, or refute and make obsolete
9. definition=burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction | synonyms=detonate, blow up | examples=the bomb detonated at noon; The Molotov cocktail exploded
10. definition=increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner | synonyms=irrupt | examples=The population of India is exploding; The island's rodent population irrupted

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Connotation of "Exploded"**

Okay, so the text uses the word "exploded" in reference to a field of cancer study. My initial instinct is to unpack that word, specifically because its use suggests a specific and potentially nuanced meaning. "Exploded," it's clear, isn't just a casual descriptor.

Let's break down the typical connotations of "exploded". We have:

1.  To cause something to burst.
2.  To burst outward.
3.  To show a violent emotional reaction.
4.  To be unleashed.
5.  To destroy something through explosive means.
6.  To burst as a result of air pressure, often used in linguistics.
7.  To drive from a stage.
8.  To show a theory to be without basis.
9.  To burst and release energy.
10. To increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner, such as an exploding population.

Given the context of a field of cancer study, the tenth definition seems the most relevant. It’s clear that the writer is referring to a rapid and significant growth, a surge in research activity or interest, rather than a literal explosion or an emotional outburst. This is particularly interesting because it implies the growth is quite significant, potentially difficult to manage, or maybe even of concern because of the speed of the expansion. The word choice here is deliberate.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It <t>turns out</t> that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=be shown or be found to be | synonyms=prove, turn up | examples=She proved to be right; The medicine turned out to save her life
2. definition=prove to be in the result or end | examples=It turns out that he was right
3. definition=produce quickly or regularly, usually with machinery | examples=This factory turns out saws
4. definition=result or end | synonyms=come out | examples=How will the game turn out?
5. definition=come, usually in answer to an invitation or summons | examples=How many people turned out that evening?
6. definition=bring forth, | synonyms=bear | examples=The apple tree bore delicious apples this year; The unidentified plant bore gorgeous flowers
7. definition=put out or expel from a place | synonyms=eject, chuck out, exclude, turf out, boot out | examples=The unruly student was excluded from the game
8. definition=come and gather for a public event | examples=Hundreds of thousands turned out for the anti-war rally in New York
9. definition=outfit or equip, as with accessories | examples=The actors were turned out lavishly
10. definition=turn outward | synonyms=splay, spread out, rotate | examples=These birds can splay out their toes; ballet dancers can rotate their legs out by 90 degrees
11. definition=cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch | synonyms=switch off, cut, turn off | examples=Turn off the stereo, please; cut the engine
12. definition=get up and out of bed | synonyms=get up, arise, uprise, rise | examples=I get up at 7 A.M. every day; They rose early

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Phrase "It Turns Out That..."**

Okay, so I'm dissecting this sentence: "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer..." My first thought is to break down that initial phrase, "It turns out that..." It's a common construction, but I want to be precise.

I recognize two potential meanings here. The first, sense one, is akin to "it is shown or found to be." For example, "It proved to be the right decision." The second, sense two, focuses more on a revelation or result, essentially "it proves to be in the end." The example I have here is: "It turns out that he was right."

Now, when I consider that second example, it really clicks. The grammatical structure of "It turns out that..." in *that* example is perfect. Let's go with Sense 2, then. This isn't just a simple discovery; it's a conclusion reached through investigation or experience. It signifies that the study of this specific tumor ultimately led to these fundamental insights. That's the nuance I'm after.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that <t>studying</t> a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning | synonyms=analyze, analyse, examine, canvass, canvas | examples=analyze a sonnet by Shakespeare; analyze the evidence in a criminal trial
2. definition=be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning
3. definition=give careful consideration to | synonyms=consider | examples=consider the possibility of moving
4. definition=be a student of a certain subject | synonyms=learn, read, take | examples=She is reading for the bar exam
5. definition=learn by reading books | synonyms=hit the books | examples=He is studying geology in his room; I have an exam next week; I must hit the books now
6. definition=think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes | synonyms=meditate, contemplate | examples=He is meditating in his study

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Nuance of "Studying"**

Alright, let's break this down. Broder, at the NCI, is talking about how investigating this rare tumor unlocked some really important cancer insights. The word in question is "studying," and we need to nail down precisely what he means in this context. It's not just a casual observation, it's a deep dive.

So, let's look at the dictionary definitions. We've got a few options: considering things in detail and analyzing – perfect, that fits like a glove. Examining and analyzing a tumor is precisely what the scientific method is all about, that first definition hits the bullseye. The others - being a student, reading books, meditating - they simply don't have the same level of direct application here. While all can be associated with studying, they are not appropriate in this situation.

Given the context, sense number one, that first definition, is the only one that makes sense. It’s about rigorous analysis and examination. We're talking about scientific investigation, not just idle reflection.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a <t>tragic</t> but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction | synonyms=tragical | examples=a tragic face; a tragic plight
2. definition=of or relating to or characteristic of tragedy | examples=tragic hero

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the word "tragic" in that phrase, breaking down the nuance:

**Deconstructing "Tragic" in the Medical Context**

Okay, so the text used the term "tragic" to describe a tumor. I immediately zeroed in on that. My brain just automatically jumps to definitions, and in this context, "tragic" obviously means something that causes sadness, grief, or leads to destruction. We are dealing with a medical issue here, so I had to parse the word carefully.

My first thought was that there are a couple of ways to look at "tragic." It could be the first sense – something causing immense sadness, loss, or destruction, which feels more apt in the case of an uncommon tumor. Or, the second sense could be relating to the theatrical definition of tragedy, which wasn't as relevant to a medical condition.

The most precise interpretation of "tragic" with a tumor is that it causes grief and can potentially lead to death. Therefore, my conclusion is that the first definition, the one relating to sadness and destruction, is definitely the correct one to apply here. It's the most medically accurate and resonates with the unfortunate reality of dealing with a difficult tumor.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but <t>uncommon</t> tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind | examples=uncommon birds; frost and floods are uncommon during these months
2. definition=marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind; -J.R.Lowell | synonyms=rare | examples=what is so rare as a day in June; a rare skill

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Nuance of "Uncommon"**

Okay, so I'm dissecting this use of "uncommon" and immediately, my expert intuition kicks in. The phrase is "uncommon tumor," which immediately screams rarity, the *infrequency* of the tumor itself. My first inclination, looking at the word's definitions, is to lean towards the "not common or ordinarily encountered" sense – the straightforward definition, what one would typically expect in a medical context. It's essentially a *rare* cancer. The context even explicitly calls it that!

Now, hold on. I'm catching a slight curveball. Sense 2 throws a wrench into the gears, offering a more superlative or extreme interpretation. It's the "rare skill" kind of rare, or the "what is so rare as a day in June" type of rare. But the context is clinical, isn't it? My years of experience tell me this is not describing some exceptional aspect of the tumor, its *quality*. It's about its *prevalence*.

So, I'm circling back to the original thought. Sense 1, "not common or ordinarily encountered," fits the bill perfectly. It’s what describes a cancer that is not common. This means this is the correct understanding of the term here. Case closed.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor <t>made</t> possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=engage in | synonyms=do | examples=make love, not war; make an effort
2. definition=give certain properties to something | synonyms=get | examples=get someone mad; She made us look silly
3. definition=make or cause to be or to become | synonyms=create | examples=make a mess in one's office; create a furor
4. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | synonyms=induce, stimulate, cause, have, get | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR; My children finally got me to buy a computer
5. definition=give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally | synonyms=cause, do | examples=cause a commotion; make a stir
6. definition=create or manufacture a man-made product | synonyms=produce, create | examples=We produce more cars than we can sell; The company has been making toys for two centuries
7. definition=make, formulate, or derive in the mind | synonyms=draw | examples=I draw a line here; draw a conclusion
8. definition=compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way | examples=People cannot be made to integrate just by passing a law!; Heat makes you sweat
9. definition=create by artistic means | synonyms=create | examples=create a poem; Schoenberg created twelve-tone music
10. definition=earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | synonyms=gain, take in, clear, earn, realize, realise | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?; She earns a lot in her new job
11. definition=create or design, often in a certain way | synonyms=do | examples=Do my room in blue; I did this piece in wood to express my love for the forest
12. definition=to compose or represent: | synonyms=form, constitute | examples=This wall forms the background of the stage setting; The branches made a roof
13. definition=reach a goal, e.g., | synonyms=reach, get to, progress to | examples=make the first team; We made it!
14. definition=be or be capable of being changed or made into | examples=He makes a great host; He will make a fine father
15. definition=make by shaping or bringing together constituents | examples=make a dress; make a cake
16. definition=perform or carry out | examples=make a decision; make a move
17. definition=make by combining materials and parts | synonyms=construct, build | examples=this little pig made his house out of straw; Some eccentric constructed an electric brassiere warmer
18. definition=change from one form into another | examples=make water into wine; make lead into gold
19. definition=act in a certain way so as to acquire | examples=make friends; make enemies
20. definition=charge with a function; charge to be | synonyms=name, nominate | examples=She was named Head of the Committee; She was made president of the club
21. definition=achieve a point or goal | synonyms=have, get | examples=Nicklaus had a 70; The Brazilian team got 4 goals
22. definition=reach a destination, either real or abstract | synonyms=reach, attain, hit, arrive at, gain | examples=We hit Detroit by noon; The water reached the doorstep
23. definition=institute, enact, or establish | synonyms=lay down, establish | examples=make laws
24. definition=carry out or commit | examples=make a mistake; commit a faux-pas
25. definition=form by assembling individuals or constituents | examples=Make a quorum
26. definition=organize or be responsible for | synonyms=hold, throw, have, give | examples=hold a reception; have, throw, or make a party
27. definition=put in order or neaten | synonyms=make up | examples=make the bed; make up a room
28. definition=head into a specified direction | synonyms=take | examples=The escaped convict took to the hills; We made for the mountains
29. definition=have a bowel movement | synonyms=stool, defecate, shit, take a shit, take a crap, ca-ca | examples=The dog had made in the flower beds
30. definition=undergo fabrication or creation | examples=This wool makes into a nice sweater
31. definition=be suitable for | examples=Wood makes good furniture
32. definition=add up to | examples=four and four make eight
33. definition=amount to | examples=This salary increase makes no difference to my standard of living
34. definition=constitute the essence of | examples=Clothes make the man
35. definition=appear to begin an activity | examples=He made to speak but said nothing in the end; She made as if to say hello to us
36. definition=proceed along a path | synonyms=work | examples=work one's way through the crowd; make one's way into the forest
37. definition=reach in time | examples=We barely made the plane
38. definition=gather and light the materials for | examples=make a fire
39. definition=prepare for eating by applying heat | synonyms=cook, fix, ready, prepare | examples=Cook me dinner, please; can you make me an omelette?
40. definition=induce to have sex | synonyms=seduce, score | examples=Harry finally seduced Sally; Did you score last night?
41. definition=assure the success of | examples=A good review by this critic will make your play!
42. definition=represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like | synonyms=pretend, make believe | examples=She makes like an actress
43. definition=consider as being | examples=It wasn't the problem some people made it
44. definition=calculate as being | examples=I make the height about 100 feet
45. definition=cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable | examples=make my day
46. definition=favor the development of | examples=Practice makes the winner
47. definition=develop into | examples=He will make a splendid father!
48. definition=behave in a certain way | examples=make merry
49. definition=eliminate urine | synonyms=urinate, piddle, puddle, micturate, piss, pee | examples=Again, the cat had made on the expensive rug

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Made Possible"**

Okay, so I'm thinking about how the word "made" is used here, specifically in the phrase "made possible." The context is something like "studying a tumor *made possible* some fundamental insights." My first instinct is to think of "make possible" as causing something to *be* possible. But is that it? Let's break it down.

Sense 2 of "make" is about "giving certain properties to something," like "get someone mad." Or maybe Sense 3, "make or cause to be or to become" – "create." Hang on... isn't "made possible" more of a "create" idea? Let's circle back.

Checking again… Sense 3, "make or cause to be or to become" / *create*. Wait, no, the structure is "make" + adjective ("possible"). Hmmm.

Let me consult WordNet for clarification... Okay, according to WordNet, "make possible" – "make" means “cause to be or become." But… that doesn't feel right.

Let's rethink this... Sense 2, then. Giving a property, right? "Made possible" is about giving the property of possibility. So, "made possible some fundamental insights" is basically "made some fundamental insights possible". Bingo! It's about giving a characteristic to something. So, it's Sense 2, the "make" + adjective + object (or shifted). Exactly: "made possible" = gave the property of being possible. Yes, that's it.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made <t>possible</t> some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=capable of happening or existing | examples=a breakthrough may be possible next year; anything is possible
2. definition=existing in possibility | synonyms=potential | examples=a potential problem; possible uses of nuclear power

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that thought process, tailored for an expert audience, and written in the first person:

**Deconstructing "Made Possible"**

Alright, the text says something "made possible some fundamental insights." My immediate thought is, let's dissect that phrase. "Made possible" – it's crucial to pin down the precise nuance here. We need to be rigorously clear.

My initial instinct is to go straight to the senses of "possible". It's a semantic playground, right? We've got:

*   **Sense 1:** That something is "capable of happening or existing". A direct indication that it could be achieved or realized.
*   **Sense 2:** A sense of unrealized "potential".

So, "made possible"... the phrase is indicating that something made it capable of happening/existing. Given that, the more active "capable" sense (sense 1) is the logical fit here.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental <t>insights</t> about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=clear or deep perception of a situation | synonyms=penetration
2. definition=a feeling of understanding | synonyms=perceptiveness, perceptivity
3. definition=the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation | synonyms=brainstorm, brainwave
4. definition=grasping the inner nature of things intuitively | synonyms=sixth sense

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Insights"**

Okay, so I'm reading this and the word "insights" is used in relation to cancer research, specifically "fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer". I need to really hone in on the precise meaning of "insights" here, because it's crucial to understanding the impact of whatever findings are being discussed. My initial thought goes to a clear or deep perception of something – a fundamental understanding of a complex system. Let's break down the possible senses of the word.

First, there's the clear, penetrating perception of a situation. That feels right, given the context. It implies a true grasp of something. Then there's the more general "feeling of understanding," which feels less concrete. Next is that classic "Aha!" moment – a sudden, clear understanding of a complex situation. And finally, there’s the more intuitive, almost sixth-sense grasping of the inner nature of things. That's probably not what we're aiming for here.

Now, which is it? Is it sense one, that penetrating perception, or the third, that sudden understanding? Well, "insights *about the most basic workings of cancer*"... this is scientific understanding, so let's delve into WordNet. According to WordNet's definition of "insight" as:

1.  clear or deep perception of a situation
2.  a feeling of understanding
3.  the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation
4.  grasping the inner nature of things intuitively

"Fundamental insights" feels most strongly like that *deep perception of a situation*. So, after careful consideration, I'm going with sense number one.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most <t>basic</t> workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=pertaining to or constituting a base or basis | examples=a basic fact; the basic ingredients
2. definition=reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality | synonyms=canonic, canonical | examples=a basic story line; a canonical syllable pattern
3. definition=serving as a base or starting point | synonyms=introductory | examples=a basic course in Russian; basic training for raw recruits
4. definition=of or denoting or of the nature of or containing a base

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that:

**Deconstructing "Basic" in Cancer Research**

Right, let's break down this phrase, "the most basic workings of cancer." The word "basic" is crucial here. My immediate thought is, which sense are we talking about? We're not discussing chemical bases, that's clear. Now, let's get into the nuance of the term. Is it foundational, as in *fundamental* or *essential*? That's definitely on the table, it aligns with how we often frame these concepts in cancer research. Think "basic facts" or the "basic ingredients" needed for a process. Sense 1 fits perfectly – we're after the core mechanisms.

Could it be about simplification, though? The "simplest and most significant form possible"? That's also relevant, but secondary here. The context implies we're chasing the core principles more than a simplified model. We are searching for an understanding of the essential processes that drive this disease. Finally, there's the possibility of introductory knowledge. It could be seen as the starting point, but in this specific phrasing, "most basic," it points to the underlying principles.

Therefore, "basic workings" in this context is most likely Sense 1. We're looking at the **fundamental, essential, and foundational mechanisms** of cancer. That's the correct interpretation.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of <t>cancer</t>, "says Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

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

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

Okay, let's break this down. My goal here is to pinpoint the exact meaning of "cancer" as it's used in this text. I'm presented with a context – the study of a rare tumor yielding insights into "the most basic workings of cancer" – and a set of possible senses. Given my expertise, I quickly rule out the astrological definitions (2, 3, and 4) and the biological classification (5) as they clearly don't align with the concepts of tumors and the National Cancer Institute.

The phrase "tragic but uncommon tumor" and the reference to "fundamental insights" point decisively towards the disease itself. Therefore, sense 1, "any malignant growth or tumor," is the only fitting interpretation. The context describes the investigation of this specific tumor which, as the text states, illuminates the most fundamental mechanisms of this type of disease.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "<t>says</t> Samuel Broder, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | synonyms=state, tell | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her; tell me what is bothering you
2. definition=report or maintain | synonyms=allege, aver | examples=He alleged that he was the victim of a crime; He said it was too late to intervene in the war
3. definition=express a supposition | synonyms=suppose | examples=Let us say that he did not tell the truth; Let's say you had a lot of money--what would you do?
4. definition=have or contain a certain wording or form | synonyms=read | examples=The passage reads as follows; What does the law say?
5. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | synonyms=order, tell, enjoin | examples=I said to him to go home; She ordered him to do the shopping
6. definition=speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way | synonyms=pronounce, articulate, enounce, sound out, enunciate | examples=She pronounces French words in a funny way; I cannot say `zip wire'
7. definition=communicate or express nonverbally | examples=What does this painting say?; Did his face say anything about how he felt?
8. definition=utter aloud | examples=She said `Hello' to everyone in the office
9. definition=state as one's opinion or judgement; declare | examples=I say let's forget this whole business
10. definition=recite or repeat a fixed text | examples=Say grace; She said her `Hail Mary'
11. definition=indicate | examples=The clock says noon

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Verb "Says" in Attributed Speech**

Okay, so I'm reading this passage and I see the attribution: "...says Samuel Broder..." My expert brain immediately jumps to dissecting the verb "says." It's a quote, so it *has* to be accurate. What are the nuances?

I'm thinking, is "says" simply **express**ing words, or is there more going on? Does it convey *reporting* or *maintaining* a position as well? I know "says" can mean different things. In fact, in attribution, it's *usually* about the basic act of *expressing* something.

Let's break down the senses. Sense 1 is clear: "express in words." Simple, direct, like "He said he wanted to marry her." The words are being uttered. Now, Sense 2 is "report or maintain." Hmm, that could work, but doesn't feel as precise here. My gut says Sense 1 is most fitting here. I'm going with Sense 1. "Says Samuel Broder" is Samuel Broder *expressing* these words. It's a fundamental distinction to get right.


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

Context: Because of the isolation of the retinoblastoma tumor-suppressor gene, it became possible last January to find out what threat the Quinlan baby faced. A test using new "genetic probes "showed that little Will Quinlan had not inherited a damaged retinoblastoma supressor gene and, therefore, faced no more risk than other children of developing the rare cancer. "It made our New Year, "says Mr. Quinlan. This test was the first to predict reliably whether an individual could expect to develop cancer. Equally important, the initial discovery of the gene that controls retinal cell growth, made by a Boston doctor named Thaddeus Dryja, has opened a field of cancer study, which in recent months has exploded. "It turns out that studying a tragic but uncommon tumor made possible some fundamental insights about the most basic workings of cancer, "says Samuel Broder, <t>director</t> of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "

Senses:
1. definition=someone who controls resources and expenditures | synonyms=manager, managing director
2. definition=member of a board of directors
3. definition=someone who supervises the actors and directs the action in the production of a show | synonyms=theater director, theatre director
4. definition=the person who directs the making of a film | synonyms=film director
5. definition=the person who leads a musical group | synonyms=conductor, music director

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Director" in Context**

Alright, let's break this down. The key term is "director," and it's associated with Samuel Broder and the National Cancer Institute. My immediate thought is to consider the various senses of "director" and identify the most appropriate one within this context.

We're dealing with an organization, the NCI, so I'm already leaning towards the leadership or management aspects. Sense 1, "someone who controls resources and expenditures," seems like a very strong fit; think manager, managing director. That lines up perfectly with the idea of heading up an institute like the NCI.

Sense 2, a "member of a board of directors," is a possibility, but less likely as the primary function. The reference implies a single individual in charge, not a group. The artistic senses, 3, 4, and 5 (theater, film, and music director), are obviously irrelevant to this context. So, I'm confident that Sense 1 is the most precise and accurate interpretation in this scenario.