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

Context: 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, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the <t>public</t>, which is concerned about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

Senses:
1. definition=people in general considered as a whole | synonyms=populace, world | examples=he is a hero in the eyes of the public
2. definition=a body of people sharing some common interest | examples=the reading public

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Term "Public" in Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence and the word "public" pops out. The sentence reads, "...may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in treatment..." My brain immediately starts dissecting the possible meanings, right? Clearly, in this case, "public" isn't referring to a specific group, like a "reading public" with a shared interest. Instead, it seems to encompass everyday individuals, the general populace.

Let's break it down further, just to be precise. The dictionary defines "public" in a couple of ways. Sense 1, the one that jumps out here, is "people in general considered as a whole." Bingo. Fits perfectly. Sense 2 describes a "body of people sharing some common interest," like a specific audience. Definitely not what's intended here. Thus, based on the sentence’s construction and the overall context, it's definitively Sense 1 that applies. Clear as day.


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

Context: 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, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is <t>concerned</t> about advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

Senses:
1. definition=feeling or showing worry or solicitude | examples=concerned parents of youthful offenders; was concerned about the future
2. definition=involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | synonyms=interested | examples=a memorandum to those concerned; an enterprise in which three men are concerned
3. definition=culpably involved | synonyms=implicated | examples=all those concerned in the bribery case have been identified; named three officials implicated in the plot

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

Okay, so the text uses "concerned" in relation to advancements in treatment. I'm immediately drawn to unpack that word, as it's often more loaded than it seems. The public, right? They're "concerned." My first instinct is to pin down the *type* of concern. Are we talking about genuine worry or solicitude? Or is there a deeper, more invested involvement here?

Let's break down the senses. Sense 1, the classic definition, is the feeling of worry or solicitude – the "concerned about the future" kind of concern. Sense 2 points to being *involved in* or *affected by* the advances. Sense 3 introduces culpability, a highly unlikely interpretation here. But I want to be certain, so I think of how “concerned about” has been used in other contexts. It is very likely that “concerned about” perfectly matches Sense 1 – the worried, solicitous meaning. In this case, "concerned about advances in treatment" seems to be the most accurate fit. It is very likely the authors are noting that people are feeling worried about the future.

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

Context: 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, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about <t>advances</t> in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

Senses:
1. definition=a movement forward | synonyms=progress, progression | examples=he listened for the progress of the troops
2. definition=a change for the better; progress in development | synonyms=improvement, betterment
3. definition=a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others | synonyms=overture, approach, feeler | examples=she rejected his advances
4. definition=the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) | synonyms=progress, progression, procession, advancement, forward motion, onward motion
5. definition=an amount paid before it is earned | synonyms=cash advance
6. definition=increase in price or value | synonyms=rise | examples=the news caused a general advance on the stock market

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the word "advances" in the provided context, broken down as though it were my own thought process:

**Deconstructing "Advances" in a Medical Context**

Okay, so the text uses "advances" in the phrase "advances in treatment," and I need to figure out the intended meaning. My mind immediately starts running through the different senses of the word. Let's break it down:

*   **Sense 1:** A literal forward movement – like troops advancing. Nope, doesn't fit the context of medical treatment.
*   **Sense 2:** *This* is promising – a change for the better, progress, improvement, betterment. This feels right... very promising for "advances in treatment."
*   **Sense 3:** A tentative suggestion, like a romantic advance. Definitely off-base here.
*   **Sense 4:** The act of moving forward – too general, doesn't quite capture the nuance.
*   **Sense 5:** A cash advance. No, completely irrelevant.
*   **Sense 6:** An increase in price. Definitely not applicable to medical treatments in this context.

So, after considering the various senses, I'm confident that **Sense 2**, the idea of *improvement* and *progress*, is the correct interpretation. "Advances in treatment" clearly refers to enhancements or developments leading to better medical care.


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

Context: 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, director of the National Cancer Institute. "All this may not be obvious to the public, which is concerned about advances in <t>treatment</t>, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

Senses:
1. definition=care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury) | synonyms=intervention
2. definition=the management of someone or something | synonyms=handling | examples=the handling of prisoners; the treatment of water sewage
3. definition=a manner of dealing with something artistically | examples=his treatment of space borrows from Italian architecture
4. definition=an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic | synonyms=discussion, discourse | examples=the book contains an excellent discussion of modal logic; his treatment of the race question is badly biased

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Term "Treatment" in Medical Context**

Okay, so I'm honing in on this use of "treatment" within the context of cancer studies, predictions, and overall medical advancements. Clearly, the phrase "concerned about advances in treatment" points directly to *medical care*. Let's break down the potential meanings to confirm.

Sense 1, the one referring to care provided to improve a situation, especially medical procedures... that's the slam dunk, the perfect fit. That aligns seamlessly with the subject matter.

Sense 2, management... while it could be tangentially related in broader terms, it doesn't quite capture the core intent here.

Sense 3, artistic treatment? Not even close; completely irrelevant in this setting.

And Sense 4, discussion... again, not the primary meaning intended within this context.

So, yeah, it's definitively Sense 1. The word "treatment" here unequivocally refers to the *medical care* itself – the procedures, therapies, and interventions designed to address the cancer. Got it. Moving on.


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

Context: 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, 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 <t>basic</t> research will begin showing results there soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

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:
**Deconstructing the Phrase "Basic Research"**

Okay, so the text uses this phrase "basic research." In my field, "basic research" means fundamental research, the kind that digs into the theoretical foundations to better understand and predict natural phenomena. Let's break down what "basic" *really* means here. It's not just a throwaway word, it has to be precise.

Thinking through the senses of the word, we have:

1.  "Pertaining to or constituting a base or basis" - this feels right.
2.  "Reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible" - plausible, but not the primary connotation in this context.
3.  "Serving as a base or starting point" - this could apply, but it's close to #1. More introductory.
4.  "Of or denoting a base (chemical)" - definitely not.

So, "basic research" links to fundamental research; it's foundational. Sense 1, "pertaining to or constituting a base or basis," feels like the best fit here. It's the bedrock. But then I pause. Is it *definitive*? Or am I being too semantic? No, wait; it's foundational; it *is* sense 1. We're good.


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

Context: 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, 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 <t>begin</t> showing results there soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

Senses:
1. definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | synonyms=get down, get, start out, start, set about, set out | examples=We began working at dawn; Who will start?
2. definition=have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | synonyms=start | examples=The DMZ begins right over the hill; The second movement begins after the Allegro
3. definition=set in motion, cause to start | synonyms=lead off, start, commence | examples=The U.S. started a war in the Middle East; The Iraqis began hostilities
4. definition=begin to speak or say;  he began | examples=Now listen, friends,
5. definition=be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series | examples=The number `one' begins the sequence; A terrible murder begins the novel
6. definition=have a beginning, of a temporal event | examples=WW II began in 1939 when Hitler marched into Poland; The company's Asia tour begins next month
7. definition=have a beginning characterized in some specified way | synonyms=start | examples=The novel begins with a murder; My property begins with the three maple trees
8. definition=begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object | synonyms=start | examples=begin a cigar; She started the soup while it was still hot
9. definition=achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative | examples=This economic measure doesn't even begin to deal with the problem of inflation; You cannot even begin to understand the problem we had to deal with during the war
10. definition=begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language | examples=She began Russian at an early age; We started French in fourth grade

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Word "Begin" in Context**

Okay, so the word I need to understand is "begin." The phrase is "...I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon." I need to figure out what "begin showing results" means in this sentence. It seems to imply the initial actions or steps are being taken – the start of something. That sounds right, but let's be sure.

Let's check the core senses. Sense 1 is "to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action," as in, "We began working at dawn." Yep, that aligns perfectly with "begin showing results" in the text; it indicates the research is *starting* to yield visible outcomes.

Just to be thorough, I'll confirm that. The structure of "begin" plus the gerund V-ing, "begin showing results," is consistent with Sense 1. Seems like this is the definitive interpretation.


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

Context: 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, 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 <t>showing</t> results there soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

Senses:
1. definition=give an exhibition of to an interested audience | synonyms=demo, exhibit, present, demonstrate | examples=She shows her dogs frequently; We will demo the new software in Washington
2. definition=establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment | synonyms=prove, demonstrate, establish, shew | examples=The experiment demonstrated the instability of the compound; The mathematician showed the validity of the conjecture
3. definition=provide evidence for | synonyms=testify, bear witness, prove, evidence | examples=The blood test showed that he was the father; Her behavior testified to her incompetence
4. definition=make visible or noticeable | examples=She showed her talent for cooking; Show me your etchings, please
5. definition=show in, or as in, a picture | synonyms=picture, depict, render | examples=This scene depicts country life; the face of the child is rendered with much tenderness in this painting
6. definition=give expression to | synonyms=express, evince | examples=She showed her disappointment
7. definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | synonyms=indicate, point, designate | examples=I showed the customer the glove section; He pointed to the empty parking space
8. definition=be or become visible or noticeable | synonyms=show up | examples=His good upbringing really shows; The dirty side will show
9. definition=indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments | synonyms=read, register, record | examples=The thermometer showed thirteen degrees below zero; The gauge read `empty'
10. definition=give evidence of, as of records | examples=The diary shows his distress that evening
11. definition=take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums | synonyms=usher | examples=The usher showed us to our seats
12. definition=finish third or better in a horse or dog race | examples=he bet $2 on number six to show

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuance of "Showing Results"**

Okay, so the sentence is "I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results there soon." The key word here is "showing," and I need to pinpoint the exact meaning. "Showing results" definitely implies producing, yielding, or making results visible. Let's dig in.

The phrase "showing results" feels transitive here, as in, the research will *show* the results. This makes sense! My initial thought was to consider all options. Let's see... Sense 4, "make visible or noticeable." Maybe. Then there is Sense 8, "be or become visible or noticeable," but that's intransitive. Hmm, Sense 3 is also possible: "provide evidence for" - it does work - but this is a common idiom - "show results" - meaning yield/produce visible results.

Let's look at Sense 4 again. It does seem to fit – that the research will make the results visible. It's almost like the research is *exhibiting* its fruits. It's similar to "She showed her talent for cooking." I was correct, as there are no other suitable senses. WordNet should confirm.

Let's check WordNet and...yes! Sense 4 is exactly what I was expecting. "Making visible or noticeable." I think we've got the most fitting meaning: "showing results" = making results visible.


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

Context: 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, 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 <t>results</t> there soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

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

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

Okay, so I need to nail down the precise meaning of "results" in this sentence: "I am convinced this basic research will begin showing <t>results</t> there soon." Right away, I'm thinking it refers to the *positive* outcomes of the research. Not a solution to a problem per se, but the impact, the effects we're hoping for.

Let's break this down. Is it Sense 1, a consequence or effect? Or maybe Sense 2, like a solution? Or even Sense 3, a final score or outcome? "Begin showing results"…that phrasing screams *effects* or *outcomes* to me. I'm leaning toward Sense 1: consequence, effect, outcome – those synonyms are spot on.

Wait, let me make sure. Sense 3, which is more of a final score, wouldn't really fit here. "Begin showing results" is about the *process* yielding something, not just a *final* result. It feels more dynamic than static. Ah, yes, "begin *showing* results" typically implies consequences, the downstream effects, doesn't it?

Okay, let's double-check with WordNet just to be absolutely sure. Noun sense 1 aligns perfectly: "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon." And sense 3? Something that results – more like a final answer or outcome. The "begin showing" strongly suggests sense 1.

So, I'm pretty confident now. "Begin showing results" *absolutely* maps to the effects or outcomes of the basic research. Sense 1 it is. I'm going with consequence and effect here.


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

Context: 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, 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 <t>there</t> soon. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors.

Senses:
1. definition=in or at that place | synonyms=at that place, in that location | examples=they have lived there for years; it's not there
2. definition=in that matter | synonyms=in that respect, on that point | examples=I agree with you there
3. definition=to or toward that place; away from the speaker | synonyms=thither | examples=go there around noon!

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuance of "There"**

Okay, so the user wants me to pinpoint the precise meaning of "there" in the sentence, "...I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results <t>there</t> soon." My first instinct is to think about the "advances in treatment" mentioned earlier, and that "there" relates to that, to the area of treatment, not a physical location. "Showing results *there* soon" - ah, it's not a place, it's a *matter*!

Hmm, but I should be absolutely certain. Let's consider the possible senses of "there": "in or at that place," "in that matter / in that respect / on that point," and "to or toward that place." "Showing results there" isn't about a physical location, nor does it imply movement, so that rules out senses 1 and 3. Sense 2, "in that matter," really clicks. It suggests results *within* the field of treatment.

Let's do a quick check. If I plug it back in: "advances in treatment, but I am convinced this basic research will begin showing results *in treatment* soon." Yes, that makes perfect sense! Sense 2, "in that matter/respect," is definitely the best fit. Confident in my choice.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja <t>made</t> his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

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 Nuances of "Made" in a Scientific Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this statement: "Dr. Dryja *made* his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986." My immediate thought is to dissect the verb "made." In this context, it obviously signifies an action related to the discovery. But what *specifically* is the nuance?

I'm thinking about the various senses of "make". Let's see... Sense 16, that's "perform or carry out." We have examples like "make a decision; make a move." Okay, that feels right, perhaps, but let me consider the alternatives.

Sense 1 is "engage in," essentially a "do." This doesn't quite fit. Then there's Sense 7, "make, formulate, or derive in the mind," but that feels like it focuses too much on the conceptual aspect and not enough on the actual scientific process of discovery.

I'm checking WordNet. I see "make a decision," "make a move." Hmm, that feels closer, but there is also 'make a discovery', in Sense 1 or 16?

Let's look more closely at "perform or carry out" (Sense 16). Examples: "make a decision; make a move; make a plea; make a living" - but, that's a different use case. Then I see "make a move; make a decision; make a promise; make a mistake," and "make a mistake" is Sense 24. Okay, so that's helpful.

Then, checking Sense 1, "engage in" and using examples: "make love, not war; make an effort." "Make a discovery" doesn't quite fit there.

Going back to WordNet 3.0, it gives the synset, but then "make, take, read (e.g., make a discovery?)."

Back to Sense 16. It feels like this is the correct sense. It is the action sense. The example sentences are also helpful. Dr. Dryja "made his retinoblastoma discovery" equals he *carried out* the discovery. Yes. I'm going with Sense 16.


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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: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma <t>discovery</t> in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous.

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:
**Analyzing Dr. Dryja's Breakthrough**

Okay, so I'm looking at this phrase: "Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986." My immediate instinct is to dissect the meaning of "discovery" here. Given the context of Dr. Dryja and retinoblastoma, I know this refers to his groundbreaking work on the gene controlling retinal cell growth. The question is, does "discovery" refer to the act of discovering, the thing discovered, or the insight gained?

The text uses the phrase "made his discovery," so let's parse those options. "Made a breakthrough" or "made his find" feel like direct parallels. I need to be precise here. Sense 1 is the act of discovering, while sense 3 is the breakthrough or insightful finding.

"Made a discovery" usually leans towards sense 3. But wait, checking WordNet, does that hold true? Let me re-examine the sentence: "Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986." Considering the surrounding text, the previous sentence mentioned "discovery of the gene," which, in this context, implies the breakthrough itself.

So, is it sense 1 (the act of discovering) or sense 3 (the insight)? Often, in scientific literature, "made a discovery" aligns best with sense 3, the productive insight, or maybe it is sense 1. Let's think through this more clearly. "Discovery of the gene" implies the *thing* found, the breakthrough itself.

Wait, here "retinoblastoma discovery" references the thing he found, the breakthrough itself. Okay, let's analyze "made his discovery" with this in mind. Sense 1 is "the act of discovering something," the find or uncovering. Sense 3, "a productive insight", is a breakthrough. Given the context, "breakthrough" fits really well. I'm leaning toward selecting sense 1 but wait a moment. Let me look at both again. Yes, it's more accurate to focus on the act of finding something. So, I choose sense 1, as the best fit.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. <t>Then</t> last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) | synonyms=so, and so, and then | examples=then he left; go left first, then right
2. definition=in that case or as a consequence | examples=if he didn't take it, then who did?; keep it then if you want to
3. definition=at that time | examples=I was young then; prices were lower back then

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Then"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence: "<t>Then</t> last spring, researchers reported finding...". The word "then" is the key here. Let me analyze it. The previous sentence is "Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986," and the following is "...researchers reported finding a gene called p53...". Right, so "then" is clearly indicating some kind of sequence or progression in time.

Now, which sense of "then" is being used here? We have a few options: "subsequently or soon afterward," "in that case," or "at that time." "In that case" doesn't quite fit the context, does it? It's not a consequence of Dryja's discovery. "At that time" isn't quite right either, as it isn't referring to a specific point, but a subsequence event.

So, it's either "subsequently" or "soon afterward". "Subsequently last spring, researchers..." That's not grammatically incorrect, so that's okay, but it seems to require deeper examination, even though the order of time is clear. "Dr. Dryja made his discovery in 1986. Subsequently last spring..." Yes, it's definitely a sequence of events. So, **sense 1** it is. This usage implies that the reporting of the p53 gene occurred after Dryja's discovery, as indicated by the word "then".


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then <t>last</t> spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=immediately past | examples=last Thursday; the last chapter we read
2. definition=coming after all others in time or space or degree or being the only one remaining | examples=the last time I saw Paris; the last day of the month
3. definition=occurring at or forming an end or termination | synonyms=concluding, final, terminal | examples=his concluding words came as a surprise; the final chapter
4. definition=most unlikely or unsuitable | examples=the last person we would have suspected; the last man they would have chosen for the job
5. definition=occurring at the time of death | examples=his last words; the last rites
6. definition=conclusive in a process or progression | synonyms=final, net | examples=the final answer; a last resort
7. definition=highest in extent or degree | synonyms=utmost | examples=to the last measure of human endurance; whether they were accomplices in the last degree or a lesser one was...to be determined individually
8. definition=not to be altered or undone | synonyms=final | examples=the judge's decision is final; the arbiter will have the last say
9. definition=lowest in rank or importance | synonyms=last-place, lowest | examples=last prize; in last place

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Last"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this phrase, "Then last spring." My initial thought is to pin down what "last" actually *means* here. It's crucial for context. The obvious definition jumps out – "immediately past." Let's confirm that's the intended usage. We're dealing with a specific time reference.

I need to confirm this with my knowledge of semantics and how we use language. I'll test the sense here with some examples. "Last Thursday" – that clearly means the Thursday just prior to today. And, "the last chapter we read" also refers to the final chapter previously read.

Yes, the initial sense, "immediately past," aligns perfectly with the intent and common usage. That's the correct interpretation.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last <t>spring</t>, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=the season of growth | synonyms=springtime | examples=the emerging buds were a sure sign of spring; he will hold office until the spring of next year
2. definition=a metal elastic device that returns to its shape or position when pushed or pulled or pressed | examples=the spring was broken
3. definition=a natural flow of ground water | synonyms=fountain, outflow, outpouring, natural spring
4. definition=a point at which water issues forth
5. definition=the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length | synonyms=give, springiness
6. definition=a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards | synonyms=leap, leaping, saltation, bound, bounce

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

Okay, so I need to nail down the precise meaning of "spring" in this text. The phrase is "Then last <t>spring</t>, researchers reported finding a gene called p53..." Right, so, the key here is the contextual clue, "last <t>spring</t>". Immediately, my mind jumps to the seasonal definition, specifically, the period of growth and renewal. The obvious synonym that springs to mind is "springtime." So, given that context, the only applicable sense has to be the first one: the season of growth. Therefore, it's clear the text is referring to the season. The ambiguity is resolved.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers <t>reported</t> finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=to give an account or representation of in words | synonyms=describe, account | examples=Discreet Italian police described it in a manner typically continental
2. definition=announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding | examples=Dozens of incidents of wife beatings are reported daily in this city; The team reported significant advances in their research
3. definition=announce one's presence | examples=I report to work every day at 9 o'clock
4. definition=make known to the authorities | examples=One student reported the other to the principal
5. definition=be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism | synonyms=cover | examples=Snow reported on China in the 1950's; The cub reporter covered New York City
6. definition=complain about; make a charge against | examples=I reported her to the supervisor

reasoning_content:
Okay, let me break this down.

**Analyzing the Researchers' "Report"**

So, the context mentions "researchers reported finding a gene called p53..." Right away, my brain jumps to the implications of that word "reported." It's not just that they *found* it; the nuance here is that they're *communicating* their discovery. They're making a formal announcement, sharing the outcome of their work with the scientific community and, likely, the wider world.

I'm instantly considering the two possible senses of "reported" that are relevant. One is the more general sense of simply conveying information or giving an account of something. But the second sense – and the one that clicks most strongly given the scientific context – is the implication of *officially announcing* a finding, a result, an investigation's outcome. It's akin to the phrasing "The team reported significant advances..." in their research – a clear signal that a conclusion has been reached and disseminated. That second sense definitely feels like the correct interpretation in this instance.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported <t>finding</t> a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=come upon, as if by accident; meet with | synonyms=happen, chance, bump, encounter | examples=We find this idea in Plato; I happened upon the most wonderful bakery not very far from here
2. definition=discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | synonyms=detect, observe, discover, notice | examples=She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water; We found traces of lead in the paint
3. definition=come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost | synonyms=regain | examples=Did you find your glasses?; I cannot find my gloves!
4. definition=establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study | synonyms=determine, find out, ascertain | examples=find the product of two numbers; The physicist who found the elusive particle won the Nobel Prize
5. definition=come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=feel | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious
6. definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | synonyms=witness, see | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices; You'll see a lot of cheating in this school
7. definition=get something or somebody for a specific purpose | synonyms=line up, get hold, come up | examples=I found this gadget that will serve as a bottle opener; I got hold of these tools to fix our plumbing
8. definition=make a discovery, make a new finding | synonyms=discover | examples=Roentgen discovered X-rays; Physicists believe they found a new elementary particle
9. definition=make a discovery | synonyms=discover | examples=She found that he had lied to her; The story is false, so far as I can discover
10. definition=obtain through effort or management | examples=She found the time and energy to take care of her aging parents; We found the money to send our sons to college
11. definition=decide on and make a declaration about | synonyms=rule | examples=find someone guilty
12. definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | synonyms=receive, get, obtain, incur | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation; His movie received a good review
13. definition=perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place | examples=I found myself in a difficult situation; When he woke up, he found himself in a hospital room
14. definition=get or find back; recover the use of | synonyms=recover, retrieve, regain | examples=She regained control of herself; She found her voice and replied quickly
15. definition=succeed in reaching; arrive at | examples=The arrow found its mark
16. definition=accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation | synonyms=find oneself | examples=My son went to Berkeley to find himself

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Verb "Finding" in Scientific Context**

Okay, so the word "finding" is used in the phrase "researchers reported finding a gene called p53," and my immediate instinct is to dissect what the verb "finding" actually *means* here, specifically in a scientific context. It's about a discovery, a detection, but the nuance is important.

I start by considering the dictionary definitions. Sense 2, "discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of," seems relevant initially, with synonyms like "detect," "observe," and "discover." That feels right, like when we "find" traces of a substance. Then there's Sense 4, which is about establishing something after investigation, like an experiment or study.

But then, and this is crucial, I hit Sense 8: "make a discovery, make a new finding." The examples provided here—"Roentgen discovered X-rays" and "Physicists believe they found a new elementary particle"— really jump out. It's almost exactly parallel to the gene discovery scenario. The examples feel strikingly similar to the gene finding context.

So, I compare Sense 8 with Sense 2 and Sense 4 to refine this understanding. In WordNet, Sense 8 clearly emphasizes the *discovery* aspect, the "new finding" component. Sense 2 is more about determining existence.

Ultimately, "finding a new gene" absolutely aligns with the example of physicists discovering a new particle. Reviewing Sense 8 again, "make a discovery, make a new finding," nails it in the given context. It's this active, almost groundbreaking, sense of discovery that's at play here. Sense 8 seems to be the most accurate.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene <t>called</t> p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | synonyms=name | examples=They named their son David; The new school was named after the famous Civil Rights leader
2. definition=ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality | examples=He called me a bastard; She called her children lazy and ungrateful
3. definition=get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone | synonyms=telephone, call up, phone, ring | examples=I tried to call you all night; Take two aspirin and call me in the morning
4. definition=utter a sudden loud cry | synonyms=shout, shout out, cry, yell, scream, holler | examples=she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle; I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me
5. definition=order, request, or command to come | synonyms=send for | examples=She was called into the director's office; Call the police!
6. definition=pay a brief visit | synonyms=visit, call in | examples=The mayor likes to call on some of the prominent citizens
7. definition=call a meeting; invite or command to meet | examples=The Wannsee Conference was called to discuss the `Final Solution'; The new dean calls meetings every week
8. definition=read aloud to check for omissions or absentees | examples=Call roll
9. definition=send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message | examples=Hawaii is calling!; A transmitter in Samoa was heard calling
10. definition=utter a characteristic note or cry | examples=bluejays called to one another
11. definition=stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather | examples=call a football game
12. definition=greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name | synonyms=address | examples=He always addresses me with `Sir'; Call me Mister
13. definition=make a stop in a harbour | examples=The ship will call in Honolulu tomorrow
14. definition=demand payment of (a loan) | synonyms=call in | examples=Call a loan
15. definition=make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands | synonyms=bid | examples=He called his trump
16. definition=give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance | synonyms=call off
17. definition=indicate a decision in regard to | examples=call balls and strikes behind the plate
18. definition=make a prediction about; tell in advance | synonyms=predict, foretell, prognosticate, forebode, anticipate, promise | examples=Call the outcome of an election
19. definition=require the presentation of for redemption before maturation | examples=Call a bond
20. definition=challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense | examples=He deserves to be called on that
21. definition=declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee | examples=call a runner out
22. definition=lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal | examples=Call ducks
23. definition=order or request or give a command for | examples=The unions called a general strike for Sunday
24. definition=order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role | examples=He was already called 4 times for jury duty; They called him to active military duty
25. definition=utter in a loud voice or announce | examples=He called my name; The auctioneer called the bids
26. definition=challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of | examples=call the speaker on a question of fact
27. definition=consider or regard as being | examples=I would not call her beautiful
28. definition=rouse somebody from sleep with a call | examples=I was called at 5 A.M. this morning

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Term "Called" in Biological Naming**

Okay, so I'm diving into this text, and the phrase "a gene called p53" immediately caught my attention. The word "called" is crucial here. My immediate thought is, "p53" is the *name* of the gene, right? It's the identifier, the label we use to refer to it.

Let me break down the senses of "called" to be certain. Okay, here are the senses:
*   **Sense 1:** Assigning a specific name, usually proper, to something. Synonyms include things like "name"
*   **Sense 2:** Ascribing a quality or giving a common noun name that reflects a quality.

Now, which of those fits? Ah, "p53" is definitely a proper name, a specific identifier given to this particular gene. Let's compare the examples. "They named their son David" and "a gene called p53". "p53" perfectly fits **Sense 1**. The "called" in the text *does*, in fact, mean that "p53" is the name of the gene, just as in the example.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if <t>impaired</t>, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=make worse or less effective | examples=His vision was impaired
2. definition=make imperfect | synonyms=mar, spoil, deflower, vitiate | examples=nothing marred her beauty

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Term "Impaired" in a Biological Context**

Okay, so I'm seeing "impaired" used in this context: "a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous." My immediate thought is, what precisely does "impaired" mean here? It's clearly a critical point. The phrase strongly suggests the gene is being made worse, less effective, or perhaps even damaged, which is further reinforced by the subsequent mention of a "damaged p53 gene." Let me refine this.

I need to nail down the precise meaning, so I'm mentally checking the relevant senses of the word. Does it mean simply "make worse or less effective," like when someone's vision is impaired? Or does it carry the more general meaning of "make imperfect," a slightly broader definition? I think the first sense is the more appropriate one here, considering the biological function of a gene. We're talking about a *functional* impairment. In this sense, the gene is unable to perform its usual function. But, let's explore this further.

I need to confirm my understanding here, let me look at the synonyms for "impair." Damaged or defective seem to fit. Wait, I should go straight to the definitive source, WordNet. Ah, here it is: "1. make worse or less effective" and "2. make imperfect." The functionally impaired nature of this gene really does point to that first definition, to the *functional* impairment. Right, that settles it; it's a functional issue. The gene's ability to operate correctly is compromised.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, <t>turns</t> healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense | examples=Turn towards me; The mugger turned and fled before I could see his face
2. definition=undergo a transformation or a change of position or action | synonyms=change state | examples=We turned from Socialism to Capitalism; The people turned against the President when he stole the election
3. definition=undergo a change or development | synonyms=become | examples=The water turned into ice; Her former friend became her worst enemy
4. definition=cause to move around or rotate | examples=turn a key; turn your palm this way
5. definition=change to the contrary | synonyms=change by reversal, reverse | examples=The trend was reversed; the tides turned against him
6. definition=pass to the other side of | synonyms=move around | examples=turn the corner; move around the obstacle
7. definition=pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become | synonyms=grow | examples=The weather turned nasty; She grew angry
8. definition=let (something) fall or spill from a container | synonyms=release | examples=turn the flour onto a plate
9. definition=move around an axis or a center | examples=The wheels are turning
10. definition=cause to move around a center so as to show another side of | synonyms=turn over | examples=turn a page of a book
11. definition=to send or let go | examples=They turned away the crowd at the gate of the governor's mansion
12. definition=to break and turn over earth especially with a plow | synonyms=plow, plough | examples=Farmer Jones plowed his east field last week; turn the earth in the Spring
13. definition=shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel | examples=turn the legs of the table; turn the clay on the wheel
14. definition=change color | examples=In Vermont, the leaves turn early
15. definition=twist suddenly so as to sprain | synonyms=twist, sprain, wrench, wrick, rick | examples=wrench one's ankle; The wrestler twisted his shoulder
16. definition=cause to change or turn into something different;assume new characteristics | examples=The princess turned the frog into a prince by kissing him; The alchemists tried to turn lead into gold
17. definition=accomplish by rotating | examples=turn a somersault; turn cartwheels
18. definition=get by buying and selling | examples=the company turned a good profit after a year
19. definition=cause to move along an axis or into a new direction | examples=turn your face to the wall; turn the car around
20. definition=channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something | examples=The pedophile turned to boys for satisfaction; people turn to mysticism at the turn of a millennium
21. definition=cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form | synonyms=flex, bend, deform, twist | examples=bend the rod; twist the dough into a braid
22. definition=alter the functioning or setting of | examples=turn the dial to 10; turn the heat down
23. definition=direct at someone | examples=She turned a smile on me; They turned their flashlights on the car
24. definition=have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to | synonyms=call on | examples=She called on her Representative to help her; She turned to her relatives for help
25. definition=go sour or spoil | synonyms=sour, ferment, work | examples=The milk has soured; The wine worked
26. definition=become officially one year older | examples=She is turning 50 this year

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Phrase "Turns Healthy Colon Cells Cancerous"**

Okay, so I'm analyzing the phrase "turns healthy colon cells cancerous." My immediate focus is on the word "turns." In this context, it's not a simple rotation or direction change. I need to pinpoint the precise meaning, the nuance.

Let's dissect this. "Turns" implies a transformation, a significant alteration. I'm considering the various senses the word carries. Sense 3, "undergo a change or development" - that’s a possibility, but typically intransitive. "The water turned into ice," for instance. That doesn't quite capture the *active* nature of the phrase.

Ah, here we go...Sense 16: "cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics." This fits perfectly. It’s transitive; an agent (the impaired p53 gene) is *causing* a direct transformation in an object (healthy colon cells), altering their fundamental nature. "The princess turned the frog into a prince." "Alchemists tried to turn lead into gold." Exactly! The phrase encapsulates an active process of causative change, where healthy cells are converted into something entirely different: cancerous cells. This is the sense that the sentence is employing and is the best fit.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns <t>healthy</t> colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease | examples=a rosy healthy baby; staying fit and healthy
2. definition=financially secure and functioning well | examples=a healthy economy
3. definition=promoting health; healthful; ; ; ; ; - C.B.Davis | synonyms=salubrious, good for you | examples=a healthy diet; clean healthy air
4. definition=exercising or showing good judgment | synonyms=intelligent, levelheaded, sound | examples=healthy scepticism; a healthy fear of rattlesnakes
5. definition=large in amount or extent or degree | synonyms=goodly, goodish, hefty, respectable, sizable, sizeable | examples=it cost a considerable amount; a goodly amount

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the term "healthy" in the context of "healthy colon cells," presented as my internal thought process:

**Deconstructing "Healthy Colon Cells"**

Okay, so the key term here is "healthy," and we're applying it to "colon cells." Immediately, I'm thinking about the biological context – we're not talking about financial security or good judgment, or even a large *quantity* of cells. It's about their *state*.

My mind immediately runs through the potential meanings of "healthy." I see a few options:

*   **Sense 1: Good Health/Free from Disease:** This is the most obvious and likely fit. In this context, "healthy colon cells" likely refer to cells that are functioning normally, not showing any signs of disease or damage, and importantly, are *pre-cancerous*. They are the baseline state we want to maintain.
*   Sense 2: Financial Security: Completely irrelevant here.
*   Sense 3: Promoting Health: While related, this feels less direct. We're describing the state of the cells themselves, not necessarily *what promotes* their health.
*   Sense 4: Good Judgment: Definitely not relevant to cellular biology.
*   Sense 5: Large Amount: While cell number is relevant in the body, it is a separate concept.

Given the biological context, my expert intuition screams **Sense 1**. When we talk about "healthy colon cells," we're talking about cells in a normal, functional state, free from the abnormalities and potential for cancerous transformation. We're describing the ideal baseline state we want these cells to maintain, and this is what we should use as the operative concept.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy <t>colon</t> cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=the part of the large intestine between the cecum and the rectum; it extracts moisture from food residues before they are excreted
2. definition=the basic unit of money in El Salvador; equal to 100 centavos | synonyms=El Salvadoran colon
3. definition=the basic unit of money in Costa Rica; equal to 100 centimos | synonyms=Costa Rican colon
4. definition=a port city at the Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal | synonyms=Aspinwall
5. definition=a punctuation mark (:) used after a word introducing a series or an example or an explanation (or after the salutation of a business letter)

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "p53 and Colon Cancer"**

Okay, so I'm diving into this p53 and colon cancer thing. The text clearly states that p53 is implicated in turning healthy colon cells cancerous. My immediate thought is, "Right, 'colon' is the key here." I need to make sure I'm interpreting this correctly, so I'm doing a quick semantic check.

I'm aware that "colon" can have multiple meanings, it's a homograph. There's the obvious biological sense, the part of the large intestine, which is the most relevant in this context. But, I also know it can refer to money, a port city, or even a punctuation mark. I quickly reject these alternate meanings. The discussion clearly centers on biology, so my analysis should also. Therefore, the first sense of "colon" is the only reasonable interpretation here.


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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: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon <t>cells</t> cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

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 Semantic Landscape of "Cells"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this text, and the word "cells" pops up. Immediately, my expert brain starts running through the possibilities. We're talking about "colon cells cancerous," which screams genetics, tumors, cancer. My immediate assumption, given the context, is that we're dealing with *biological* cells. It's pretty straightforward, right?

I check myself, of course – always good practice. I mentally review the different senses of the word. And, sure enough, sense 2 of "cells" – the biological definition – clicks into place perfectly: "(biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms..." Bingo. That's the winner. No other sense fits this biological context. It's a quick, precise identification – the correct sense is definitely sense 2. Case closed.


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

Context: 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, 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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells <t>cancerous</t>. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or affected with cancer | examples=a cancerous growth
2. definition=like a cancer; an evil that grows and spreads | examples=remorse was cancerous within him; pornography is cancerous to the moral development of our children

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the term "cancerous," presented as a stream of consciousness:

**Dissecting "Cancerous" in Context**

Okay, so the text uses "cancerous" in the phrase "turns healthy colon cells cancerous." My immediate reaction is to zero in on that word. It's a common term, but precision is key, especially in something like this. My brain automatically runs through the definitions I know. There's the straightforward, biological meaning – relating to or affected with cancer. That's sense number one. Then there's the figurative sense – like a cancer, an evil that spreads. But, I know this is about a gene's effect on colon cells. The context is decidedly biological, dealing with cellular changes. Since the discussion is about actual biological changes that lead to cancer within the cells, sense number one is the clear winner here. We're talking about the cells becoming *literally* cancerous. The figurative meaning just doesn't fit the bill.


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

Context: "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. "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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that <t>report</t>, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers. Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=a written document describing the findings of some individual or group | synonyms=study, written report | examples=this accords with the recent study by Hill and Dale
2. definition=the act of informing by verbal report | synonyms=account | examples=he heard reports that they were causing trouble; by all accounts they were a happy couple
3. definition=a short account of the news | synonyms=news report, story, account, write up | examples=the report of his speech; the story was on the 11 o'clock news
4. definition=a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) | examples=they heard a violent report followed by silence
5. definition=a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment | synonyms=report card | examples=his father signed his report card
6. definition=an essay (especially one written as an assignment) | synonyms=composition, paper, theme | examples=he got an A on his composition
7. definition=the general estimation that the public has for a person | synonyms=reputation | examples=he acquired a reputation as an actor before he started writing; he was a person of bad report

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Meaning of "Report" in Scientific Context**

Okay, the word in question is "report." Let's see... context: "Soon after *that report*, two other research teams uncovered evidence..." Right, "report" here is referring to the *output* of the research, the *written* document that details the researchers' findings. It's the published paper, the study itself. Wait, and "researchers *reported* finding a gene..." Aha! "That report" in reference to the publication/study.

Let's break down the potential meanings: Definition 1: a written document describing findings – essentially a study. Synonyms like "study" back this up. Definition 2: the *act* of reporting, verbal communication. Definition 3: a short news account.

Clearly, in the context of scientific work, Definition 1, the written document (study) is the most relevant. Let me just confirm... "accords with the *recent study*"... Bingo! The usage is consistent. Yep, sense 1 it is. The written scientific report, the published study, is the appropriate interpretation here.


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

Context: "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. "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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two <t>other</t> research teams uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers. Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

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

reasoning_content:
Okay, let me break this down.

**Deciphering the Meaning of "Other" in this Research Context**

Right, so I'm looking at this text and the word "other" is throwing me. It mentions "two other research teams." My mind immediately goes to the potential ambiguities. Specifically, I need to make sure I understand how "other" is being used, especially since I'm trying to be precise in my analysis.

The first thing that jumps out is the implication that there are *more* teams than the ones we've already been discussing. That's key. The definition of "other" that makes the most sense here is definitely sense number one: "not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied." This is the only way the sentence makes logical sense in this context.

Now, as for the other possible definitions, I can quickly rule them out. "Recently past" or "belonging to the distant past" are nonsensical here. We're talking about *teams*, not time periods. And the idea of "very unusual" also doesn't fit. It's simply about additional, distinct teams. That's it.


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

Context: "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. "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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research <t>teams</t> uncovered evidence that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers. Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=a cooperative unit (especially in sports) | synonyms=squad
2. definition=two or more draft animals that work together to pull something

reasoning_content:
Here's my take on the text, filtered through my professional lens:

**Deconstructing "Teams" in Research**

Okay, so the text flags the word "teams". Immediately, I'm thinking, within this specific context, we're talking about "research teams." That's the baseline assumption, and it fits perfectly with the established definition of "teams" as cooperative units, groups of individuals working collaboratively towards a shared goal – which, in this case, would be advancing research. It’s pretty straightforward, really, and it hinges directly on that initial understanding of the term and how it applies to this specific context. Sense 1 is the core meaning. Nothing surprising here, just solid terminology.


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

Context: "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. "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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered <t>evidence</t> that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers. Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

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

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Definition of "Evidence"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this sentence: "Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered <t>evidence</t> that the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers." My mind immediately jumps to the multifaceted nature of "evidence," as it always does when I see this term in a scientific context.

The word "evidence" can mean many things. This context strongly suggests it aligns with the first definition: scientific data providing grounds for belief. It's the basis for our understanding, the knowledge we use to form a conclusion. Synonymously, it's the grounds upon which we build our scientific understanding. We are looking for data that supports this conclusion, in the context of this scientific investigation.

Now, while "evidence" can also imply a sign or indication – like tremors being evidence of fear, it doesn't fit the data-driven focus of this sentence. And, of course, there's the legal definition, but that's clearly irrelevant here. Therefore, applying my expertise, I'm confident we're dealing with "evidence" in its primary sense: solid, verifiable data that provides the justification for the statement that this particular gene is present in tissue.


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

Context: "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. "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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the <t>same</t> damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers. Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=same in identity | examples=the same man I saw yesterday; never wore the same dress twice
2. definition=closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree | examples=curtains the same color as the walls; two girls of the same age
3. definition=equal in amount or value | synonyms=like | examples=like amounts; equivalent amounts
4. definition=unchanged in character or nature | examples=the village stayed the same; his attitude is the same as ever

reasoning_content:
**Deciphering "Same" in Genetic Context**

Okay, so the text is using "same" in this context – "the same damaged p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers." My initial thought is to immediately parse what "same" *means* here, specifically because we're dealing with genes. Does it refer to the *exact* same gene, or just a gene that's closely related in kind? That's the crucial distinction. I need to nail down whether it's the exact p53 variant we were previously discussing, or if the "sameness" is more broad.

Given the phrasing and the way the sentence is structured, I'm leaning towards "same in identity" - sense one. It's referring back to a specific, previously-mentioned gene, p53. It has to be *the* identical damaged gene, not just a *similar* one. "Same damaged p53 gene" strongly suggests a direct reference. Yep, that's it: Sense 1, the identical gene. This isn't just a general comparison; it's a direct connection to that specific, damaged p53.


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

Context: "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. "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. "To date, scientists have fingered two of these cancer-suppressors. Dr. Dryja made his retinoblastoma discovery in 1986. Then last spring, researchers reported finding a gene called p53 which, if impaired, turns healthy colon cells cancerous. Soon after that report, two other research teams uncovered evidence that the same <t>damaged</t> p53 gene is present in tissue from lung and breast cancers. Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=harmed or injured or spoiled | examples=I won't buy damaged goods; the storm left a wake of badly damaged buildings
2. definition=being unjustly brought into disrepute | synonyms=discredited | examples=a discredited politician; her damaged reputation

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Meaning of "Damaged"**

Okay, so I'm looking at this phrase, "damaged p53 gene," and the word "damaged" is throwing up a quick mental flag. I need to nail down the precise meaning. There are really two primary senses I'm considering: the first implies physical harm or spoilage – injured, impaired, that kind of thing. The second one suggests reputational harm, being brought into disrepute, essentially a tarnishing of something's standing.

Now, from a purely biological perspective, a gene, particularly a complex one like p53, is a physical entity. It doesn’t have a reputation to be damaged. The only relevant application here is its physical integrity. The gene itself is *harmed* or *impaired* in its function. Disrepute is not a relevant concept for an intrinsic biological element. Therefore, it's clear the first sense, the idea of physical harm or impairment, is the definitive and correct meaning in this context. We're talking about a compromised physical structure and function of the p53 gene, not its standing within the scientific community!