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

[User]
Target lemma: decade
Target surface form: decade
Context:
For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A <t>decade</t> ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=decade%1:28:00:: | definition=a period of 10 years | synonyms=decennary, decennium
2. sense_key=decade%1:23:00:: | definition=the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system | synonyms=ten, 10, X, tenner

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the word "decade" in the provided context, presented as my own thought process:

**Decoding "Decade" in Context**

Alright, the target word is "decade," and the sentence is "A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy." My immediate task is to nail down the precise meaning. Let's see... the system suggests two possible senses. The first, and most likely, is the one referring to a *period of ten years*. The synonyms, "decennary" and "decennium," immediately align with this temporal interpretation, which makes sense, of course.

The second sense, that of the *cardinal number ten* or simply the number itself, *seems* less likely here, which the synonyms "ten," "10," "X," and "tenner" confirm.

The phrase "A decade ago" in the context of events occurring at a point in the past, *strongly implies a span of time.* Therefore, the first sense, the temporal one, is the correct interpretation. The economic impact would certainly have happened over time!


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

[User]
Target lemma: woe
Target surface form: woes
Context:
For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic <t>woes</t> in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=woe%1:26:00:: | definition=misery resulting from affliction | synonyms=suffering
2. sense_key=woe%1:12:00:: | definition=intense mournfulness | synonyms=woefulness

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

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

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

Okay, so the target word is "woe," specifically in the phrase "economic woes" and I need to determine the correct sense. It's pretty straightforward, but let's be thorough. The context is "A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy."

I've got two candidate senses: One is about misery and suffering, the other about intense mournfulness. Let's see what WordNet has to say.

Alright, checking WordNet confirms those definitions: sense 1 is misery, resulting from affliction (like suffering) and sense 2 is intense mournfulness.

Now, considering "economic woes"... clearly, it's about *problems*, *afflictions*, *suffering*...economic troubles, economic misfortunes. It's not about the feeling of being mournful in this case.

Therefore, the first sense, woe as *misery resulting from affliction* is definitely the correct one here, indexed as sense 1. Simple enough.

type: thinking

service_tier: default

currency: USD


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

[User]
Target lemma: support
Target surface form: support
Context:
For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined <t>support</t> for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery.

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Support" in Context**

Okay, so the target word is "support" within the phrase "A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined *support* for democracy." My initial task is to pin down the correct sense of "support" in this context. Let's delve into the candidate senses provided.

*   **Sense 1** pertains to financial or material provision, which is immediately ruled out.
*   **Sense 2** describes aiding a cause or policy. This is a contender, but let's see how it compares.
*   **Sense 3**, is where it gets interesting, as it involves "immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest." The examples given are very helpful: "the policy found little public support," and "his faith was all the support he needed."
*   **Senses 4-11** are irrelevant, dealing with military operations, validation, financial means, physical structures, weight-bearing, musical accompaniment, weight-bearing devices, and financial resources for a project.

My immediate instinct is leaning towards Sense 3. It's a matter of interpreting "support for democracy" within the text's context, specifically the rise and fall of this "support" based on public opinion.

A crucial example from Sense 3, "the policy found little public support" is very close to "support for democracy" (backing for a system or policy), where we're measuring support through percentages in public opinion. The sentence reads: "support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year."

To confirm, I double-check the WordNet entry. Sense 3, with the gloss "something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest," really hits the mark. The examples from the dictionary are perfect. "support" does not imply the "act of aiding" as in Sense 2, instead "support" is immaterial backing, approval, public opinion, as in, "the policy found little public support". It is a cognition in the given text.

In conclusion, I'm confident that Sense 3, the concept of immaterial assistance or backing, is the most appropriate sense for "support" in this context. The text is specifically talking about an increase or decrease of the public's approval and backing for democracy.


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

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: countries
Context:
It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American <t>countries</t> suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor.

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Semantics of "Countries"**

Okay, so I need to nail down the right sense index for "countries" in this sentence: "That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American *countries* suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery." Naturally, I'm going to leverage my understanding of WordNet to navigate this.

Let's break down the candidate senses:

*   **Sense 1:** *country%1:14:00::* – "a politically organized body of people under a single government" (state, nation, land, commonwealth, *res publica*, body politic). This is where I'll begin, as it's the core political entity.
*   **Sense 2:** *country%1:15:00::* – "the territory occupied by a nation" (state, land). Geographic region.
*   **Sense 3:** *country%1:14:01::* – "the people who live in a nation or country" (nation, land). The people as a group.
*   **Sense 4:** *country%1:15:01::* – "an area outside of cities and towns" (rural area).
*   **Sense 5:** *country%1:15:02::* – "a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary".

Considering the context, "many Latin American countries suffered a brief recession," it's clear we're not talking about the *rural* countryside (Sense 4) or a broad geographical region (Sense 5), nor the people within (Sense 3). It isn't just *territory* either (Sense 2). I need to consider it's meaning as a *political/economic* entity.

I'm leaning towards Sense 1 here. The phrase "suffered a recession" strongly suggests an economic or political actor. Think about the way "country" is used in this type of macroeconomic language: it's synonymous with "nation" or "state" in that context. A country, in this case, is a self-governing unit. I can test this easily, by substituting. "Many Latin American nations suffered only a brief recession," it is correct.

I'm confirming this by re-examining WordNet and the examples. Sense 1's definition and examples precisely align with this. The Latin American "countries" are acting as economic units, experiencing and recovering from the crisis. The wording of sense 1 is: "a politically organized body of people under a single government." That is the state, nation or country.

Therefore, *country%1:14:00::* is definitely the appropriate sense.


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

[User]
Target lemma: recession
Target surface form: recession
Context:
It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief <t>recession</t> and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=recession%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year
2. sense_key=recession%1:25:00:: | definition=a small concavity | synonyms=recess, niche, corner
3. sense_key=recession%1:14:00:: | definition=the withdrawal of the clergy and choir from the chancel to the vestry at the end of a church service | synonyms=recessional
4. sense_key=recession%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of ceding back | synonyms=ceding back
5. sense_key=recession%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of becoming more distant | synonyms=receding

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

reasoning_content:
**Disambiguating "Recession" in Context**

Okay, let's break this down. The task is to pin down the precise meaning of "recession" in this sentence: "That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief <t>recession</t> and have enjoyed a strong recovery." Clearly, we're not talking about a small concavity, a church recessional, ceding something back, or something becoming distant. Those are obviously incorrect interpretations. The presence of "world financial crisis" and "strong recovery" immediately suggests an economic context.

Therefore, the first sense, "the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year" – that's the one. Let's double-check the index... Yep, sense 1 maps to recession%1:26:00::. That's the correct sense. We've got it.


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

[User]
Target lemma: recovery
Target surface form: recovery
Context:
It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong <t>recovery</t>. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=recovery%1:11:00:: | definition=return to an original state | examples=the recovery of the forest after the fire was surprisingly rapid
2. sense_key=recovery%1:22:00:: | definition=gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury | synonyms=convalescence, recuperation
3. sense_key=recovery%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost) | synonyms=retrieval

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Semantic Nuances of "Recovery"**

Okay, so the word "recovery" is the target here, and it's used in the sentence about Latin American economies. My immediate thought is to consider the different senses of "recovery" and how they apply. I've got three candidates: "return to an original state," "gradual healing," and "regaining something lost."

Let's dissect this. The phrase is "strong recovery" after a recession, which is undeniably economic in nature. So, sense 1, "return to an original state," seems like a viable option, analogous to a forest regenerating after a fire. It's about a change of state. Sense 2, "gradual healing," feels off here. We're not talking about a patient recovering from an illness. That's a different domain. Sense 3, "regaining something lost," while it could be argued that the economy lost ground during the recession, it feels a bit less direct than the first. Like recovering sunken treasure, as an example.

Given this, the idea of an economy returning to its original state, or more precisely, improving after an economic downturn, is the clearest fit. Sense 1, the "return to an original state" sense, seems the most accurate in describing this context. It's a hypernym for the change in economic conditions after a period of downturn.


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

[User]
Target lemma: safety_net
Target surface form: safety net
Context:
But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social <t>safety net</t> has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB-

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=safety_net%1:10:00:: | definition=a guarantee of professional or financial security
2. sense_key=safety_net%1:06:00:: | definition=a large strong net to catch circus acrobats who fall or jump from a trapeze

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the "Social Safety Net" Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this phrase "a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor," and I need to pinpoint the intended meaning. My mind immediately flags two potential senses for "safety net." The first, sense 1, is clearly the intended one, the *guarantee of professional or financial security* – the kind of thing associated with welfare programs and social support. That's the one that aligns perfectly with the idea of protecting vulnerable populations.

Then there's the second sense, sense 2, that old literal *large strong net to catch circus acrobats* sort of meaning. That's just not going to work here; it doesn't make sense in context.

Therefore, since the first sense is the one that correlates with the meaning of the "social safety net" I conclude the first sense is correct. Problem solved!


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

[User]
Target lemma: week
Target surface form: week
Context:
Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this <t>week</t> that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=week%1:28:00:: | definition=any period of seven consecutive days | synonyms=hebdomad | examples=it rained for a week
2. sense_key=week%1:28:01:: | definition=hours or days of work in a calendar week | synonyms=workweek | examples=they worked a 40-hour week
3. sense_key=week%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of seven consecutive days starting on Sunday | synonyms=calendar week

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

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

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

Okay, let's break this down. The target is the word "week" in the phrase "...reported *this week*...". I need to find the most accurate WordNet sense for this. Given the context, it's pretty clear we're dealing with a specific time frame, not a general duration or a work schedule.

My candidates are:

1.  A general period of seven days (hebdomad).
2.  A workweek, hours/days of work.
3.  A calendar week, starting on Sunday.

The phrase "this week" immediately points towards a *calendar* week. I'm thinking Sense 3 is the strongest contender. It specifically defines a "period of seven consecutive days *starting on Sunday*". "This week" inherently refers to the ongoing calendar period.

To confirm, I'll quickly double-check how WordNet handles "this week". If the phrase consistently denotes a specific seven-day period, that solidifies my choice. "This week," "last week," "next week" always reference the current or adjacent calendar weeks. It's not a generic duration like "it rained for a week." Nor is it directly about work hours.

Alright, a quick review confirms my hunch. Sense 3, "calendar week," is the clear winner. "This week" in this context unambiguously denotes the present seven-day period within the standard calendar. Therefore, I'm going with Sense 3.


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

[User]
Target lemma: proportion
Target surface form: proportion
Context:
Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the <t>proportion</t> of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=proportion%1:24:00:: | definition=the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2. sense_key=proportion%1:07:00:: | definition=magnitude or extent | synonyms=dimension | examples=a building of vast proportions
3. sense_key=proportion%1:25:00:: | definition=balance among the parts of something | synonyms=symmetry
4. sense_key=proportion%1:24:01:: | definition=the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree | synonyms=ratio | examples=an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations; a dry martini has a large proportion of gin
5. sense_key=proportion%1:07:01:: | definition=harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design); - John Ruskin | synonyms=proportionality, balance | examples=in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance

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

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

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

Okay, so I'm presented with the word "proportion" and need to nail down the correct WordNet sense. The context is about Latin Americans living in poverty and it mentions a percentage, specifically "to 32%".  Right away, my mind jumps to the quantitative senses.

I've got a list of candidate senses: one talks about the quotient of a part divided by the whole, another about magnitude, another about balance, and two focus on the relation between things. My initial reaction is to narrow down the possible senses between the quotient sense (Sense 1) and the ratio/relation sense (Sense 4).  The presence of the percentage ("to 32%") really tips the scale.

I'm thinking, this is a clear case where "proportion" is being used as a specific numerical value.  I quickly check WordNet 3.0, confirming Sense 1's definition of "quotient." It feels mathematically precise.  Then I compare it again to Sense 4 (ratio/relation), but the specific numerical reference to 32% screams "quotient" at me.

Then I get a little further into how I process this idea. I start to think about comparing both sense keys. I start remembering what is what, what makes up a proper sense key. I realize that both Sense 1 and Sense 4 are listed with "1:24". I need to think this through. I start to check WordNet lexicographer files for 24, trying to verify if I remember it correctly.  I go through the number keys. I try to get myself to think. I realize that I am doing it backwards.

I double-check. I see that both Sense 1 and Sense 4 use 1:24. Then I look at both definitions again. I think that 1:24. So I think, oh yeah, it is the noun.quantity part that is important. I think about 1:24, and the definitions again. It's a key.

Then I am back to the context. "to 32%". Can a "ratio" fall to 32%? It still points strongly to the mathematical quotient definition. I remember the definition of "quotient," how it's about one quantity divided by another. With the context in mind, I consider: the number of Latin Americans in poverty divided by the total number of Latin Americans. That IS a proportion, and here it’s numerically given as 32%.  I think about those SemCor or WordNet examples.

I am also making sure I am not missing something about the context and "ratio" uses. But no. The context is about a *specific* percentage, a *result*, a numerical *value*. The ratio sense is about a *relation*, not a value.

Ultimately, I'm confident. The phrase "to 32%" makes Sense 1 the winner. It's about a numerical *quotient* – a percentage – and that's precisely what's described in the text.


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

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this <t>year</t>, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4).

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Target Word "Year"**

Okay, here's the breakdown. The target word is "year" within the phrase "...rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%." My mind immediately jumps to the possible senses, as I've been trained to do. Let's see... I've got a few options:

1.  "A period of time containing 365 (or 366) days." That's the most common, the standard "calendar year" definition (year%1:28:01::). Sounds plausible.
2.  Then there's the "period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year used for some activity," like a school year (year%1:28:02::). Hmmm, the context doesn't really suggest a particular activity tied to it.
3.  The astronomical "orbital period" sense (year%1:28:00::). Clearly not relevant here. We're not talking about Martian orbits.
4.  And lastly, the cohort sense, the "class" or "year group" (year%1:14:00::). Nope, not applicable either.

So, given the phrase "...rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year...", the key clue is the mention of a specific year, "2009", and a comparison "this year". It's a timeline, and we are tracking figures. That points definitively to the first sense: a calendar year. Specifically, the present "this year".

Therefore, I'm confident that the correct sense for "year" is the first one: "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" (year%1:28:01::). Problem solved.


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

[User]
Target lemma: mood
Target surface form: mood
Context:
Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the <t>mood</t> varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress.

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Semantic Landscape of "Mood"**

Okay, so I need to nail down the best sense index for "mood" in this text snippet. The context is talking about varying sentiment across countries, specifically tied to economic performance and political popularity. I've got three candidate senses to evaluate, and I need to select the one that best captures the intended meaning in "But the <t>mood</t> varies widely from country to country."

Let's break it down: Sense 1 is about an individual's *characteristic* or temporary state of feeling, a "temper" or "humor." Not the right fit, as this is looking at the feeling of the general populace. Sense 3, on the other hand, deals with grammatical "moods" – the mode of a verb. Completely off-base. That leaves Sense 2, which defines "mood" as "the prevailing psychological state," essentially the "climate" or "prevailing opinion." And the example "the national mood had changed radically since the last election" is spot on! It mirrors the idea of a shift in sentiment across countries.

Therefore, after this evaluation, I'm confident that sense_key=mood%1:26:00:: is the best semantic representation of "mood" in this context.


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

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: country
Context:
Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from <t>country</t> to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress.

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

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

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

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

My initial thought is to pin down the meaning of "country" in this specific sentence: "But the mood varies widely from <t>country</t> to country." The context is about people's confidence in government and economic recovery in Latin America. My mind immediately goes to the different senses of "country" in WordNet. I know there are a few:

*   A politically organized body of people, i.e., a nation-state (Sense 1)
*   The physical territory of a nation (Sense 2)
*   The people who live in a nation (Sense 3)

The key phrase "the mood varies widely from country to country" is what I am focused on. My expert knowledge tells me this is an idiomatic expression. I start comparing the senses in WordNet, specifically the example in Sense 3: "a statement that sums up the nation's mood." It hits me! The example uses "mood" in the same way as my target sentence. "From country to country" could be understood as "from one people to another". However, is it the people (Sense 3), or the territory (Sense 2) or the nation-state (Sense 1)? This phrase is commonly used to contrast various entities.

I am using examples like "laws vary from country to country", indicating that it's Sense 1 (political units) or sometimes Sense 2 (territory). Does "mood" mean it's Sense 3? Does that change the primary sense, given that the *mood* of someone is a psychological state? But a territory doesn't have a mood. It's the inhabitants that do. The surrounding sentences are about Latin American countries and their economic performance and public confidence, which is reflected in chart 4, comparing these countries. The countries mentioned (Brazil, Argentina, etc.) in the sentences and the chart show that they are nation-states, so most likely the country in this text is Sense 1. I am leaning toward Sense 1 for the expression "varies from country to country". But is it, given the word *mood*?

I revisit WordNet and consider the hypernyms: Sense 1 is a political unit or administrative unit, Sense 3 is people. This helps to make a clear distinction between the definitions. Sense 1 is a *politically organized body* of people, and Sense 3 is *the people who live in a nation*.

I look at the whole paragraph and the context. Given the sentences prior to the target sentence, it is about Latin American *countries*, and there are many such countries (each of them is the entity being compared). I know the phrase "from country to country" is not a direct reference to people. It's about a political entity; each is a state. It is not about saying "from people to people", although the "mood" is a characteristic of those people living within that political unit.

I can rule out Sense 2 (territory) because it doesn't make sense to say the *mood* of the territory varies. Given the context (political/economic) it is not Sense 2. Sense 3 *could* apply because "mood" is mentioned, just like in WordNet's example, but the expression is "country to country", and this makes it more likely to be a political unit (Sense 1). I know that Latin American countries are being measured and compared.

The chart is of each Latin American *country*-- each is a political entity/unit. Given that the chart is a comparison of countries and the subject is an economic/political situation in multiple nations, it is clear that Sense 1 is the most appropriate.

I am confident it is Sense 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: country
Context:
Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to <t>country</t> (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress.

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analysis of "Country" in Context**

Alright, let's break this down. The target is "country" in the phrase "from country to country," and the key is determining its intended sense. I've got a few candidates to consider: the political entity (nation/state), the territory, the people themselves, a rural area, or a geographical region.

My initial thought is to zero in on the phrase. "From country to country" is a pretty standard idiom, implying comparison across different political entities. Think about how the example usage for sense 3 is "a statement that sums up the nation's mood." But here, the "mood" varies *across* countries, not *is* the country as a whole. That example doesn't quite fit the comparison at hand.

WordNet's definitions are helpful. Sense 1 ("politically organized body of people") seems the most likely, especially given the context of surveys and comparing economic performance and confidence in government. Sense 2 (territory) is a contender if we're talking about physical movement or geography, but the comparison here isn't about physical space. Sense 3, "the people," feels a little off because the variation is *between* countries, not just *within* a single country.

The phrase "from country to country" is typically used to compare entities. Comparing the "mood" means we're dealing with comparison of nations, or sense 1. Also, the discussion is between Latin American countries, which are all sovereign states, political entities. Comparing Brazil's "strong economic performance" with that of another nation screams Sense 1.

WordNet's tagging data supports this. Sense 1 is overwhelmingly the most frequent sense. Looking at the examples, "the state has elected a new president," "African nations" - political entities, exactly what we need.

Thinking about "mood" as a characteristic that *varies* strongly suggests Sense 1, the political entity. The phrase "from country to country" is used in this case as "from nation to nation", and is therefore sense 1.

So, after careful consideration, I'm confident in tagging "country" as sense 1: a politically organized body of people under a single government.


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

[User]
Target lemma: chart
Target surface form: chart
Context:
Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see <t>chart</t> 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

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

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

reasoning_content:
Here's my thought process, distilled:

**Analyzing "Chart" in Context**

Okay, the target word is "chart," and I'm looking at it within the phrase "...(see chart 4)..." The first thing I do is consider the potential senses I know. There are two that immediately come to mind: sense 1, a visual representation of information, and sense 2, a navigational map.

Given the context – an article discussing statistics, economics, and surveys related to Latin America, specifically reporting that "Some 34% said they had confidence..." – the correct sense has to be the visual display. A map wouldn't make sense here. The mention of confidence percentages immediately leads me to think about graphical representations of data – something like a bar graph, pie chart, or line graph showing survey results. Therefore, sense 1 is the clear winner.


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

[User]
Target lemma: brazil
Target surface form: Brazil
Context:
A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). <t>Brazil</t>'s strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=brazil%1:15:00:: | definition=the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | synonyms=Federative Republic of Brazil, Brasil
2. sense_key=brazil%1:13:00:: | definition=three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell | synonyms=brazil nut

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

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

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that thought process, tailored for an expert audience:

**Analyzing "Brazil" in Context**

Alright, the target is "Brazil," pretty straightforward. The context immediately steers me toward a political and economic interpretation, specifically mentioning "strong economic performance" and "popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva." This immediately rules out any botanical or culinary senses, though I did need to mentally scan those possibilities. The context is very clearly pointing to the nation-state, and I can dismiss sense 2 ("brazil nut") without hesitation. Therefore, sense 1, the largest Latin American country, is the correct interpretation.


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

[User]
Target lemma: president
Target surface form: president
Context:
A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing <t>president</t>, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=president%1:18:01:: | definition=an executive officer of a firm or corporation
2. sense_key=president%1:18:04:: | definition=the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government | synonyms=President of the United States, United States President, Chief Executive | examples=the President likes to jog every morning
3. sense_key=president%1:18:00:: | definition=the chief executive of a republic
4. sense_key=president%1:18:03:: | definition=the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | synonyms=chairman, chairwoman, chair, chairperson | examples=address your remarks to the chairperson
5. sense_key=president%1:18:02:: | definition=the head administrative officer of a college or university | synonyms=prexy
6. sense_key=president%1:04:04:: | definition=the office of the United States head of state | synonyms=President of the United States, Chief Executive | examples=a President is elected every four years

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "President" in the Brazilian Context**

Okay, the target word is "president," and the context mentions Brazil and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. My mind immediately starts sifting through the possible senses. I quickly review the candidate senses: the corporate executive, the U.S. head of state, the chief executive of a republic, the presiding officer of an organization, and the head of a college or university. Finally, there's a more generic sense related to the U.S. head of state.

Given that the context refers to Brazil, a republic, sense 3 – "the chief executive of a republic" – is the obvious and most appropriate choice. Sense 2, while relevant to the term "president", is too specific to the United States. The rest don't seem like they'd fit the economic context of the discussion. So, it's a straightforward disambiguation, and the correct sense index is 3.


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

[User]
Target lemma: sense
Target surface form: sense
Context:
A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared <t>sense</t> of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=sense%1:09:05:: | definition=a general conscious awareness | examples=a sense of security; a sense of happiness
2. sense_key=sense%1:10:00:: | definition=the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted | synonyms=signified | examples=the dictionary gave several senses for the word; in the best sense charity is really a duty
3. sense_key=sense%1:09:02:: | definition=the faculty through which the external world is apprehended | synonyms=sensation, sentience, sentiency, sensory faculty | examples=in the dark he had to depend on touch and on his senses of smell and hearing
4. sense_key=sense%1:09:04:: | definition=sound practical judgment | synonyms=common sense, good sense, gumption, horse sense, mother wit | examples=Common sense is not so common; he hasn't got the sense God gave little green apples
5. sense_key=sense%1:09:06:: | definition=a natural appreciation or ability | examples=a keen musical sense; a good sense of timing

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

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

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

**Analyzing "Sense" in the Phrase "Widely Shared Sense of Progress"**

Okay, the target word is "sense" within the phrase "a widely shared sense of progress." Time to narrow down the possible meanings. Let's see, what are the candidates here? First, there's "a general conscious awareness," which feels relevant. That includes things like a "sense of security" or "a sense of happiness" – a feeling, a perception. Then we have the meaning of a word, which doesn't seem to fit here. Next is our physical senses... not the right direction. Practical judgment doesn't quite capture the nuance either, and finally, there's a natural ability or appreciation.

Hmm, "a general conscious awareness" seems to be the most promising match. "A widely shared *feeling* of progress," or "a widely shared *awareness* of progress" – that lines up nicely. Compared to the examples: "a sense of security" and "a sense of happiness," they both revolve around a conscious feeling. So, that first sense, index 1, looks like the most appropriate definition. It's that subjective, shared feeling of forward movement we're after, not a literal interpretation or a specific faculty.


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

[User]
Target lemma: progress
Target surface form: progress
Context:
A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of <t>progress</t>. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=progress%1:04:01:: | definition=gradual improvement or growth or development | synonyms=advancement | examples=advancement of knowledge; great progress in the arts
2. sense_key=progress%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) | synonyms=progression, procession, advance, advancement, forward motion, onward motion
3. sense_key=progress%1:11:00:: | definition=a movement forward | synonyms=progression, advance | examples=he listened for the progress of the troops

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

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

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

Okay, here's the breakdown. The word I need to define is "progress" in this specific sentence: "Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of <t>progress</t>." I'm presented with three possible senses.

Let's dissect these. Sense 1, "gradual improvement or growth or development," feels immediately promising. Sense 2, "the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)," and Sense 3, "a movement forward," seem to be more about literal or figurative motion. In the context of economic performance and public perception, "movement" just doesn't quite resonate, not in a way that suggests economic improvement.

The phrase "widely shared sense" and the surrounding context, especially the mention of "strong economic performance" and the reduction in poverty, strongly point towards growth and development. This solidifies my initial impression that Sense 1 is the clear winner. Therefore, I can confidently select that sense as the best match.


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

[User]
Target lemma: recession
Target surface form: recession
Context:
That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the <t>recession</t> was more severe and violent crime has worsened. For only the second time since the polls began, more respondents across Latin America as a whole cite crime, rather than unemployment, as the most important problem facing their country (see chart 5).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=recession%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year
2. sense_key=recession%1:25:00:: | definition=a small concavity | synonyms=recess, niche, corner
3. sense_key=recession%1:14:00:: | definition=the withdrawal of the clergy and choir from the chancel to the vestry at the end of a church service | synonyms=recessional
4. sense_key=recession%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of ceding back | synonyms=ceding back
5. sense_key=recession%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of becoming more distant | synonyms=receding

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

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

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

Okay, so the target word is "recession," and the sentence reads: "That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the <t>recession</t> was more severe and violent crime has worsened." Right, right. Based on the surrounding text, it's pretty clear we're dealing with an economic downturn. The mention of "world financial crisis," "brief recession," "strong recovery," and "economic performance" all point strongly in that direction. No doubt about it, the context screams "economic recession."

Now, let's just make sure we haven't missed anything. I'll quickly check the potential senses just to be absolutely certain: We have economic decline (sense 1), a small concavity or niche (sense 2), withdrawal of clergy (sense 3), ceding back (sense 4), and distancing (sense 5). Given the context, senses 2 through 5 are clearly irrelevant. They are all complete non-starters. Therefore, I can confidently confirm that sense 1, the economic definition, is the intended meaning. So, my final answer is sense_index: 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: crime
Target surface form: crime
Context:
That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery. In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent <t>crime</t> has worsened. For only the second time since the polls began, more respondents across Latin America as a whole cite crime, rather than unemployment, as the most important problem facing their country (see chart 5).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=crime%1:04:00:: | definition=(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act | synonyms=offense, criminal offense, criminal offence, offence, law-breaking | examples=a long record of crimes
2. sense_key=crime%1:04:01:: | definition=an evil act not necessarily punishable by law | examples=crimes of the heart

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

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that analysis, tailored for someone who works in this field:

**Disambiguating "Crime" in the Recession Context**

Right, let's break down this "crime" usage. We're looking at the phrase "...where the recession was more severe and violent <t>crime</t> has worsened." Immediately, I'm thinking of the primary interpretations: the legal definition (sense 1) versus the broader, almost metaphorical, "crimes of the heart" (sense 2). We have to be precise, and I'm leaning heavily towards the former.

The context is crucial, of course. "Violent crime has worsened" strongly suggests offenses that are against the law, things we quantify and track – homicides, assaults, robberies, and the like. This points directly to the first sense, crime%1:04:00::. This sense perfectly encapsulates the actions that are punishable by law, the kind of data we're analyzing when we talk about a rise in "violent crime." The second, more abstract, interpretation just doesn't fit the data, doesn't match the use case. It's a clear-cut case of lexical disambiguation.


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

[User]
Target lemma: time
Target surface form: time
Context:
In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened. For only the second <t>time</t> since the polls began, more respondents across Latin America as a whole cite crime, rather than unemployment, as the most important problem facing their country (see chart 5). Some 31% say that either they or a close relative have been victims of crime over the past year, but that is down from 38% last year and is the lowest figure since 1995.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=time%1:11:00:: | definition=an instance or single occasion for some event | synonyms=clip | examples=this time he succeeded; he called four times
2. sense_key=time%1:28:05:: | definition=a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something | examples=take time to smell the roses; I didn't have time to finish
3. sense_key=time%1:28:00:: | definition=an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) | examples=he waited a long time; the time of year for planting
4. sense_key=time%1:28:06:: | definition=a suitable moment | examples=it is time to go
5. sense_key=time%1:03:00:: | definition=the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past
6. sense_key=time%1:11:01:: | definition=a person's experience on a particular occasion | examples=he had a time holding back the tears; they had a good time together
7. sense_key=time%1:28:03:: | definition=a reading of a point in time as given by a clock | synonyms=clock time | examples=do you know what time it is?; the time is 10 o'clock
8. sense_key=time%1:28:04:: | definition=the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event | synonyms=fourth dimension
9. sense_key=time%1:07:01:: | definition=rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration | synonyms=meter, metre
10. sense_key=time%1:28:01:: | definition=the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned | synonyms=prison term, sentence | examples=he served a prison term of 15 months; his sentence was 5 to 10 years

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

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

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

Okay, the target word is "time" and the phrase is "second time". Immediately, I'm going through the possible senses. We've got a range: everything from the abstract concept of the continuum of experience to prison sentences. I need to narrow this down quickly.

Let's see… "For only the second time…" The context is about an event or occurrence, not the passage of time or a specific moment on a clock. It's not about rhythm or a suitable moment, or a period as a resource. It's also not about a person's experience, the fourth coordinate or a prison term.

That leaves the most likely candidate: time%1:11:00:: - *an instance or single occasion for some event*. The definition and the example are a perfect match. "This time he succeeded; he called four times" resonates perfectly with "the second time". It refers to a specific occurrence – a singular event happening a second time.

Yep, Sense 1 it is. The phrase is clearly referring to an instance or occasion. Problem solved.


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

[User]
Target lemma: poll
Target surface form: polls
Context:
In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened. For only the second time since the <t>polls</t> began, more respondents across Latin America as a whole cite crime, rather than unemployment, as the most important problem facing their country (see chart 5). Some 31% say that either they or a close relative have been victims of crime over the past year, but that is down from 38% last year and is the lowest figure since 1995.

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Term "Polls"**

Alright, let's break this down. The target word is "polls," and the context mentions respondents and Latin America – that immediately narrows the field for me. My initial instinct is to go beyond the surface and consider the semantic implications.

The provided senses offer a few options. We have the obvious candidate: the inquiry into public opinion, the "opinion poll" or "canvass" as the definition puts it. Then there's the more literal meaning related to the head, and a parrot, which I can immediately discard. Finally, there is the counting of votes.

Given the phrase "more respondents across Latin America" and the mention of "the most important problem," it's clear this is about measuring public sentiment. The mention of “respondents” makes the “opinion poll” sense the only viable option. We're talking about surveys designed to gauge public opinion on critical issues – specifically, crime versus unemployment. It's a clear case for sense index 1. No need to overthink this.


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

[User]
Target lemma: respondent
Target surface form: respondents
Context:
In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened. For only the second time since the polls began, more <t>respondents</t> across Latin America as a whole cite crime, rather than unemployment, as the most important problem facing their country (see chart 5). Some 31% say that either they or a close relative have been victims of crime over the past year, but that is down from 38% last year and is the lowest figure since 1995.

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the word "respondents," thinking like an expert:

**Deconstructing "Respondents" in Context**

Alright, the target word is "respondents," and the context is a discussion about polls and surveys in Latin America. My initial scan throws up a couple of possible interpretations. We could be dealing with a legal context - the "respondent" in a divorce or legal action. That's a possibility, but given the survey setting, it feels less likely.

My gut tells me the correct sense is the second one, the common usage – someone who *responds*. Let's break it down further. The context explicitly mentions polls and surveys and that respondents are identifying problems, essentially answering questions. This points directly to the people who are providing those answers. This clearly lines up with "responder" or "answerer," someone participating in the poll.

Therefore, given the available information, Sense 2 is the clear winner. The poll context definitively rules out any legal interpretation.


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

[User]
Target lemma: whole
Target surface form: whole
Context:
In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened. For only the second time since the polls began, more respondents across Latin America as a <t>whole</t> cite crime, rather than unemployment, as the most important problem facing their country (see chart 5). Some 31% say that either they or a close relative have been victims of crime over the past year, but that is down from 38% last year and is the lowest figure since 1995.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=whole%1:09:00:: | definition=all of something including all its component elements or parts | examples=Europe considered as a whole; the whole of American literature
2. sense_key=whole%1:03:00:: | definition=an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity | synonyms=unit | examples=how big is that part compared to the whole?; the team is a unit

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

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

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

Okay, the target word is "whole" within the context of "across Latin America as a whole...". Let's dissect this. My goal is to determine the correct sense of "whole" here. I've got two candidate senses: one relates to totality, encompassing all components, and the other to a unified assemblage. The context, "across Latin America as a whole," jumps out as a strong match for the first definition: "all of something including all its component elements or parts." The example given, "Europe considered as a whole," is nearly identical in structure and meaning to the text's phrase. Considering this direct parallel, the second sense ("unit") is clearly not what's intended. Therefore, I'm confident that sense 1, the sense of totality, is the correct interpretation here.


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

[User]
Target lemma: crime
Target surface form: crime
Context:
In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened. For only the second time since the polls began, more respondents across Latin America as a whole cite <t>crime</t>, rather than unemployment, as the most important problem facing their country (see chart 5). Some 31% say that either they or a close relative have been victims of crime over the past year, but that is down from 38% last year and is the lowest figure since 1995.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=crime%1:04:00:: | definition=(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act | synonyms=offense, criminal offense, criminal offence, offence, law-breaking | examples=a long record of crimes
2. sense_key=crime%1:04:01:: | definition=an evil act not necessarily punishable by law | examples=crimes of the heart

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

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

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "Crime" in This Context**

Okay, so the target word is "crime," and the context indicates it's the biggest problem in Latin America, apparently more so than unemployment. Let's look at the senses. Hmm, the first sense, `crime%1:04:00::`, nails it: "an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act," with synonyms like "offense" and "law-breaking." That immediately resonates with the societal concerns implied. The second sense, `crime%1:04:01::`, "an evil act not necessarily punishable by law," feels off. This feels more appropriate for something like emotional betrayal, not something that would be the primary national concern. Considering the language mentions "respondents," it feels like we're talking about things like "violent crime," "victims of crime," and that sort of thing. The mention of law is vital. The first sense is the obvious and correct one. So, sense 1 it is.


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

[User]
Target lemma: problem
Target surface form: problem
Context:
In addition, a stronger social safety net has helped to shield the poor. (The United Nations' Economic Commission for Latin America reported this week that the proportion of Latin Americans living in poverty rose only marginally in 2009 and has fallen again this year, to 32%. -RRB- But the mood varies widely from country to country (see chart 4). Brazil's strong economic performance and the popularity of its outgoing president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is reflected in a widely shared sense of progress. That is scarcer in Mexico and Central America, where the recession was more severe and violent crime has worsened. For only the second time since the polls began, more respondents across Latin America as a whole cite crime, rather than unemployment, as the most important <t>problem</t> facing their country (see chart 5). Some 31% say that either they or a close relative have been victims of crime over the past year, but that is down from 38% last year and is the lowest figure since 1995.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=problem%1:26:00:: | definition=a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved | synonyms=job | examples=she and her husband are having problems; it is always a job to contact him
2. sense_key=problem%1:10:00:: | definition=a question raised for consideration or solution | examples=our homework consisted of ten problems to solve
3. sense_key=problem%1:09:00:: | definition=a source of difficulty | synonyms=trouble | examples=one trouble after another delayed the job; what's the problem?

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

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

reasoning_content:
**My Reasoning Process for Resolving "Problem"**

Okay, so I'm presented with "problem" in the context of "crime, rather than unemployment, as the most important problem facing their country". My immediate thought is to consider the potential senses: a state of difficulty, a question for solution, or a source of difficulty. The specific context of 'crime' and 'unemployment' as national issues is key.

My initial thought is to consider the context of the sentence; "problem" in this scenario would most likely be a source of difficulty. I go straight to WordNet. Sense 3, "a source of difficulty," seems the most promising, considering this definition. However, I want to make sure I am not missing anything, so I must consider the others.

I consult the WordNet hierarchy to confirm: Is crime a 'state' that *needs* resolution (Sense 1), or a *source* of difficulty (Sense 3)? Crime isn't the *state* itself, it's the *cause*. Unemployment is, to a degree, a state, although it is still a source of difficulty. I need to make sure I am accounting for the nuances between each, I would note.

Looking at the definitions of the sense, I must confirm: "trouble, problem - a source of difficulty; 'one trouble after another delayed the job'; 'what's the problem?'" seems to fit. Let's see...I look more closely at that hypernym: "difficulty". Yes, both crime and unemployment, in this context, create difficulties.

I must not simply make a selection, I need to evaluate the others. I consider the other senses. Sense 1, "a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved," is something like "having problems" or a financial or marital problem. Sense 2, "a question raised for consideration or solution," is clearly not it – no math problems here. I must make sure that all other options are eliminated.

In this specific context, "crime is *the* problem" clearly suggests a source of difficulty. Re-reading the sentence makes this clearer. Crime is the "source" – the definition of Sense 3. Therefore, I can confidently choose sense 3!