[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: backing
Target surface form: backing
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does <t>backing</t> for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=backing%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of providing approval and support | synonyms=backup, championship, patronage | examples=his vigorous backing of the conservatives got him in trouble with progressives
2. sense_key=backing%1:06:00:: | definition=something forming a back that is added for strengthening | synonyms=mount
3. sense_key=backing%1:21:00:: | definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=support, financial support, funding, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

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

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

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

Okay, the word in question is "backing." Let's break this down. The context is: "Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment."

First, I need to identify the potential meanings. My initial sense check tells me there are three possibilities: the act of providing approval and support, something forming a back for strengthening, or financial resources.

In this specific sentence, "backing" is clearly parallel to "support for democracy." This immediately narrows the focus. We're dealing with a general societal trend, a positive sentiment towards private enterprise, much like the positive trend towards democracy. It's not about physically strengthening something, nor is it about direct financial investment in a project.

Therefore, the only logical sense here is "the act of providing approval and support," the first definition. It aligns perfectly with the tone and structure of the sentence. We are talking about public opinion and approval, essentially a form of "championship" or "patronage," as the definition suggests, that is directed towards private enterprise. The choice is clear.


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: crime
Target surface form: Crime
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. <t>Crime</t> has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region.

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}.

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

finish_reason: stop

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

role: assistant

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

Okay, so I'm looking at the sentence: "Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment," and the target word is "Crime". My first step is, naturally, to disambiguate the word "Crime". I've got two candidate senses here. The first is pretty straightforward: *crime%1:04:00::*, and it's defined as an act punishable by law. It's essentially illegal behavior, a criminal offense, law-breaking – your typical understanding. The second, *crime%1:04:01::*, is more figurative, referring to an "evil act" that *isn't necessarily* illegal – "crimes of the heart," and so on.

Now, considering the context of the sentence, it's clear we're dealing with societal concerns, comparing "Crime" with "unemployment" as a societal ill. Therefore, sense 2, the metaphorical “crime,” doesn’t quite fit. "Law-breaking" aligns perfectly with the intended meaning. This is about acts that *are* punishable by law, the kind of things that worry people due to their impact on society. Sense 1, the legal definition, is the best fit, hands down.

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: worry
Target surface form: worry
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger <t>worry</t> than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=worry%1:09:00:: | definition=something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness | synonyms=concern, headache, vexation | examples=New York traffic is a constant concern; it's a major worry
2. sense_key=worry%1:12:00:: | definition=a strong feeling of anxiety | synonyms=trouble | examples=his worry over the prospect of being fired; it is not work but worry that kills

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:
**Disambiguating "Worry" in Context**

Okay, let's break this down. My goal is to pinpoint the exact meaning of "worry" in the sentence "Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment." I've got two candidate senses to consider. The first, worry%1:09:00, defines "worry" as something or someone that causes anxiety – a source of unhappiness, essentially a concern, headache, or vexation. The second, worry%1:12:00, describes it as a *feeling* of anxiety, trouble.

Now, applying this to the sentence, it's pretty clear. The context indicates that "worry" refers to *crime* as an issue, a *source* of anxiety, something like a "major worry" – like New York traffic being a constant concern, using the example given for sense one. The sentence clearly means that crime is *more* of a thing that *causes* anxiety, not the anxiety itself.

Let's do a direct comparison: Sense 1 is about the *cause* of anxiety, while Sense 2 is the *feeling* itself. "A bigger worry" here is analogous to "a bigger source of concern".  It's the *thing* – the "it" causing the worry, the thing that is causing the feeling. Thus, sense 1 is the better fit. I'm pretty comfortable assigning sense_index: 1 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: brazil
Target surface form: Brazil
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And <t>Brazil</t> is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist.

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}.

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Shifting Sands of Latin American Influence**

Okay, let's break this down. The context highlights rising support for democracy and private enterprise in Latin America, which is interesting in itself. Crime eclipsing unemployment as a primary concern is also a shift worth noting. But the real crux here is the comparative influence – the perception of Brazil being more impactful than the United States within the region. That's a strong statement.

My mind immediately goes to the potential ambiguities around "Brazil." We're obviously not talking about a three-sided nut here – the context is explicitly discussing societal and political trends. The idea of the "Brazil nut" is a nonstarter. It's unequivocally the country – the largest Latin American nation, a Portuguese-speaking powerhouse – that's the focal point. Indexing it as '1' is the right call; no confusion there. We're dealing with geopolitical realities, not culinary ones.


[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: united_states
Target surface form: United States
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the <t>United States</t> across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=united_states%1:15:00:: | definition=North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 | synonyms=United States of America, America, the States, US, USA
2. sense_key=united_states%1:14:00:: | definition=the executive and legislative and judicial branches of the federal government of the United States | synonyms=United States government, U.S. government, U.S.

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 "United States" in Context**

Okay, so the target word is "United States" in this sentence: "And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region." My initial thought is to identify the possible senses. I quickly see two candidates: a geographical entity/country (sense 1) and the government itself (sense 2).

Given that we're talking about *influence* of Brazil in comparison to the "United States", my intuition leans towards the country as a whole (sense 1). Brazil is a nation, so we are most likely comparing at the country level. The comparison is really between two geopolitical entities.

I pause and consider that geopolitical entities can sometimes be ambiguous. Is "influential" describing the actions of the nation, or the actions of the government?

To be certain, I turn to my knowledge of standard practices in WordNet and lexical resources like SemCor. When dealing with country names in these kinds of comparative sentences, the first sense, the geographical entity, is overwhelmingly the most frequent and the right one.

Sense 2, the government, has a very specific definition related to the branches of the federal government. But sense 1, the country, is a more general reference to a geopolitical entity, the nation as a whole.

Therefore, considering that this sentence is a country-level comparison, the correct sense is definitely `united_states%1:15:00::`, the nation/country.


[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: finding
Target surface form: findings
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the <t>findings</t> of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=finding%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation | synonyms=determination | examples=the determination of molecular structures
2. sense_key=finding%1:04:01:: | definition=the decision of a court on issues of fact or law
3. sense_key=finding%1:17:00:: | definition=something that is found | examples=the findings in the gastrointestinal tract indicate that he died several hours after dinner; an area rich in archaeological findings

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:
**Disambiguating "Findings" in Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this word "findings" in the context of a poll. My initial thought is to figure out the best sense based on what I have available in WordNet. The obvious choices are: "determination," "court decision," or "something that is found." I need to determine which is the best fit.

My first thought goes to differentiating between sense 3 (something that is found) versus sense 1 (the act of determining). I need to consider that, in sense 3, "findings" could be the results or discoveries from research. I'm going to check WordNet for "finding" again, confirming that sense 3 is "something that is found". I'm making sure that's my final answer here.

Now, what about the lexicographer files in WordNet? I need to make sure that the proper lexicographer file is checked for this. I confirm that 17 is "noun.object". So I look at the example "the findings in the gastrointestinal tract indicate that he died several hours after dinner", which fits. I check to see if WordNet has another sense for "findings". No, there are only the 3 senses.

I am reconfirming that there are only 3 senses available in WordNet, and they're those: sense_key=finding%1:04:00::, sense_key=finding%1:04:01::, sense_key=finding%1:17:00::.

I have to carefully consider the sense of "findings" in a poll/study. I need to know if the results from a poll/study can be considered in the way the words from sense 3 are classified.

Okay, let's look at sense 1: the act of determining. I'm going to determine which is the correct sense for the word "findings". No, the definition of sense 1 is "the act of determining the properties of something," which seems to be more of the act and not the results. I check that this is an act (noun.act) and not some other noun.

Is the plural of a poll result the act of determining? I'm going to look again at what those findings refer to: "Support for democracy continues to edge up... Crime has become a bigger worry... And Brazil is seen as more influential..." These are facts and results. So this is not sense 1.

So I am going to see if "something that is found" describes what I am seeing. That's from sense 3. I see that WordNet defines sense 3 as: `something that is found`. I have to determine if this describes research findings.

Here, "those are some of the findings" is more of the results. I look at sense 1, and I think again if this fits. It does not fit. Now, the hypernym for "something that is found" is "object, physical object".

I am making sure what lexicographer file does "finding" belong to.

Wait! I see that file 17 is noun.object.

But now, I am wondering why WordNet does not have "findings" as a result/conclusion. I'm thinking about it, and I'll keep going through the available data to look.

I check again what all senses are available for the noun "finding." And here, I reconfirm that there are only the 3 senses I have.

Now, I think: What about SemCor? How are "findings" tagged in SemCor?
I remember in SemCor: "findings of the survey / study / research..." This is something I'm using to determine the sense.

Now I am going to consider: in SemCor, the word "findings" of research is tagged as: finding%1:17:00::, or finding%1:04:00::? I know there is an example in WordNet: Sense 3: "the findings in the gastrointestinal tract indicate that he died several hours after dinner". I'm looking for a physical object or something else here.

What's important is, the word in medicine. In medicine, "findings" can be a physical finding. I'm looking to check if survey results are metaphorical.

Now let's go back and look at sense 1: "determination" (finding%1:04:00::). Can it be applied to the word "finding"? I check here if determination has a sense for the result.

I reconfirm here:
1.  determination, finding -- (the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation; "the determination of molecular structures")
I consider here, does finding have a synonym for "determination". I reconfirm that the word


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

[User]
Target lemma: poll
Target surface form: poll
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro <t>poll</t> taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region.

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 Meaning of "Poll"**

Okay, so the target word is "poll," and it's used in the context of the Latinobarómetro. My immediate task is to identify the most accurate sense of "poll" in this specific phrase. Let's run through the potential meanings, drawing upon my understanding of word sense disambiguation:

*   **Sense 1:** An inquiry into public opinion (synonyms: opinion poll, public opinion poll, canvass). This seems promising given the source "Latinobarómetro".
*   **Sense 2 & 3:** The top or part of the head. Clearly not applicable in this context; sounds silly!
*   **Sense 4:** A tame parrot. Nope. Irrelevant.
*   **Sense 5:** Counting votes in an election. While related to public opinion, it's a more specific process.

Considering that Latinobarómetro is likely a survey regarding attitudes, beliefs, or preferences across a sample set of the populace, the first sense is the obvious fit. The other senses are easily eliminated due to their irrelevance. It's an inquiry into public opinion. Thus, **Sense 1**, the public opinion poll, is the most appropriate sense of "poll" 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: countries
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 <t>countries</t> and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region.

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": 2}
```

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

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

Alright, let's break this down. The target word is "countries" in the phrase "poll taken in 18 countries." My immediate thought is to consider the various senses of "country" as defined in WordNet. I have several contenders: a politically organized body of people, the territory occupied by a nation, the people who live in a nation, an area outside cities, and a particular geographical region.

Initially, I'm drawn to the contrast between senses 1, 2, and 3. Sense 1 is about the political entity—the state. Sense 2 describes the physical territory, the geographic space. Sense 3 refers to the people inhabiting the nation. The context "poll taken *in* 18 countries" is key. The preposition "in" usually signals a location or territory, immediately leading me towards sense 2. The example provided for sense 2, "he visited several European countries," is also helpful because "visiting" or, in this case, "polling" makes sense in a physical location.

However, I pause. Could the "in" really mean "in a state"? I think about how "in" is used in the context of elections, and polls. How have I seen "country" annotated in SemEval or other WSD tasks? Often it's sense 2: the territory. Then I consider that a poll surveys people, but it’s *taken in* the country, not among the population of the country. This confirms the location/territory aspect. Sense 3, referring to the people, seems to fit poorly: "taken among" would fit more naturally.

I delve deeper into the definitions. Sense 2's hypernym is "administrative district," which reinforces the geographic/territorial division. Sense 1's hypernym is "polity," a political organization. Thinking about the process, a poll is administered in these administrative districts. It's a spatial location, an area within defined governmental purpose. I consider that "he visited several European countries" implies travel into or to a location. So, a poll *taken in* implies location.

Then I check WSD patterns: "in [number] countries" almost always defaults to sense 2. But I reread the full context. The surrounding text really hammers home the geographic focus: "in Latin America," "across much of the region," and "across the region." These also use "in" and "across" as adjunts of location. The fact that the poll tracks attitudes *across the region* further supports sense 2, the territorial division, as the best fit. Sense 2 is the clear winner 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: poll
Target surface form: poll
Context:
The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the <t>poll</t> has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October.

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

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

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

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

Okay, the target word is "poll," and the context mentions that it's been taken regularly since 1995 and tracks changes in attitude across a region. My expert intuition immediately tells me that we're likely dealing with an **opinion poll** or survey. Let's run through the senses to confirm.

Sense 1: "an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people" – Bingo! This definition screams "Latinobarómetro poll," or something similar, right? This sense perfectly aligns with the idea of tracking attitudes across a region over time.

Sense 2: "the top of the head" – Nope, doesn't fit at all. No mention of heads here.

Sense 3: "the part of the head between the ears" – Again, irrelevant. We're not discussing anatomy.

Sense 4: "a tame parrot" – Ridiculous. Utterly irrelevant.

Sense 5: "the counting of votes (as in an election)" – While related, this feels less precise than the first sense. The phrase "tracks changes in attitude" leads me to believe the focus is on a broader assessment of opinions, not just the outcome of a vote. Although it's related, it's not the primary sense intended.

Therefore, after this evaluation, I'm confident that the correct sense here is **Sense 1**. The index is **1**. Case closed.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Okay, here's how I'm breaking this down. The core of this is understanding what "changes" means in this context – a regularly conducted poll tracking attitudes over time. The key here is disambiguating between the different senses of "change".

Initially, I looked at several possibilities. "Changes" could be a general *event* (Sense 1), the *result* of alteration (Sense 4), an *action* (Sense 3), or the thing that comes back to you (Sense 9). The context pretty quickly ruled most of those out. We aren't tracking a singular event, an action, or any sort of physical alteration. I’m zeroing in on Sense 2: *a relational difference between states, especially before and after an event.*

The poll is tracking *shifts* and *differences* in attitudes across a region over time. Since it is being conducted since 1995, it is looking for differences in state from year to year. The key concept here is "difference between states." An attitude *is* a state of mind, so a change in attitude is literally a difference between mental states, a relational difference. The poll tracks that difference.

Let's look more carefully at the example: "he attributed the change to their marriage". It tracks a difference. So, I need to choose sense 2, as the correct sense in order to define "change" here.

The article highlights a trend: a gradual *increase* in something, or a growing worry about something. If something is changing gradually over time, that means the difference between states over time is what the poll is measuring. I can re-word the sentence as a relational difference. This makes total sense!

So it’s not an event (Sense 1) like a storm or a change in policy, as the poll does not track those events. Nor is it a *result* (Sense 4), like the *marked changes in the lining of the lungs.* Attitude changes aren't visible results of alterations.

And I double-checked the WordNet synset and hyponyms of "change". That cemented it. "Shift," "transformation," and "gradual change" are all *hyponyms* of Sense 2: relational difference. Since the survey is tracking differences between states (e.g., changes in attitudes between 1995 and 2010), Sense 2 is the clear winner, as it captures the *relational difference*.


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

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Disambiguating "Attitude" in the Latinobarómetro Context**

Okay, let's break this down. The text mentions a poll, the Latinobarómetro, that's been tracking changes in "attitude" across a region since 1995. My immediate instinct, given the subject matter – a regular poll – is that we're dealing with public opinion. We're looking at evolving beliefs, feelings, values, perhaps even the *disposition to act* on those things within that region.

Let's look at the candidate senses:

1.  **"A complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways"**: This is the front-runner. It aligns perfectly with the idea of a poll tracking opinions, levels of trust in institutions, support for democracy, concerns about crime, and all that good stuff. This is what I would call the typical use-case for this word in this context.
2.  "The arrangement of the body and its limbs (position, posture)": Nope. Absolutely not. This wouldn't make sense in this context whatsoever.
3.  "A theatrical pose created for effect": Nope, also not what we're looking for. This would be bizarre in the context of an opinion poll.
4.  "Position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference": Again, completely off-base. This is aerospace-related, not relevant here.

Therefore, sense 1 is the only logical choice. It's the only one that meshes with tracking opinions and viewpoints over time, which is what the Latinobarómetro poll aims to do. I am confident that we can disregard all other possibilities in this scenario.


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

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

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Things" in the Context of a Poll Result**

Okay, here's how I'm thinking through this. My immediate thought is, what are these "things"? The text presents two of them. I'm looking at "Two related things stand out..." and I want to pin down the correct sense of "things". Is it a general entity, a situation, a matter, an attribute, or something else entirely?

I'm considering the candidates, as any good analyst would. Could it be a "matter" or "affair," as in "things are looking up"? Or is it an "attribute," like "the thing I like about her is..."? The text goes on to mention "Latin America's fairly sunny mood", which makes me lean toward an attribute or quality.

The key phrase here is "stand out". Does an attribute or quality *stand out* more easily than a matter? What does SemCor typically use in such constructions? It gives some hints, with common phrases like "the thing is..." which can point towards a "matter," an "attribute," or a "special objective," which doesn't fit here.

I'm thinking: could these two "things" be a *finding*? That is, "Two related findings stand out...". The sunny mood is a *finding* that has an attribute or characteristic. But can "thing" just mean finding? What WordNet senses apply?

I look at the possible senses in WordNet. I try comparing those definitions with this context. Sense 6, "a vaguely specified concern" seems relevant ("a matter of concern"), but that doesn't quite fit the mood, and I get the feeling that those are two different things, though the context may suggest otherwise.

I notice the construction in my mind's eye: "The thing [that's notable] is..." Could it be "a special situation" (sense 1)? No, the text is not "a remarkable thing" or "this thing has to end". Not that sense. Sense 9 jumps out: "any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence". Think of it as "the *feature* or *characteristic* is...". Now, does "stand out" align better with "matter" or "attribute"? The example in WordNet is the *attribute* sense.

I re-read the sentence. "Two related things stand out in the results..." Is "Latin America's sunny mood" an *attribute* of the results? It makes sense that it is. "Sunny mood" is a *quality* which characterises the survey or findings. Yes, I can now see how it could be an attribute.

I think about "the thing I like about her is...", which is clearly a reference to an attribute. The text is using an analogous construction, "Two related things stand out in the results... The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood." The syntactic pattern is almost identical.

So, I settle on sense 9 (thing%1:07:00::). The "things" that stand out are attributes or characteristics of the poll results. My conclusion is that sense 9 is the correct sense for "thing" in the given 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: result
Target surface form: results
Context:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the <t>results</t> of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

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

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

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

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

Okay, so I'm presented with the word "results" in the phrase "results of this year's poll." My initial thought is to narrow down the possible senses within WordNet. I have four potential candidates, and my intuition immediately leans towards sense 3, the one involving a final outcome or termination. That feels like a good starting point given the context of a poll.

My focus goes to sense 3: result%1:11:00::, where I have the synonyms "resultant," "final result," "outcome," and "termination." The example provided – "he listened for the results on the radio" – feels particularly relevant, as it’s often used in the context of sports or election outcomes. It really helps me consider if this is a suitable choice.

To confirm my assumption I also look at sense 1: result%1:19:00::, and its synonyms ("consequence," "effect," "outcome," "event," "issue," "upshot") and definition ("a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon"). It's more general and doesn't quite capture the specific nature of a poll result.

I even did a quick search for hyponyms of sense 3, and I see "score," "election result," and the all-important "poll results," which is a good confirmation.

So, comparing the two, the "results of a poll," like "results on the radio," directly aligns with sense 3. It's about a specific piece of information – the outcome, the final result, the termination of the polling process. This narrows down the meaning to sense 3. I'm satisfied.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Okay, so the target word is "year," specifically in the phrase "results of this year's poll." My task is to determine the correct sense of "year" in this context. Let's see... the sentence is "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October."

I've got a few candidate senses for "year":

1.  A calendar year: A period of 365 or 366 days. Think "in the year 1920."
2.  A specific period within a calendar year used for a particular activity. This could be a school year or a fiscal year.
3.  The time it takes a planet to orbit the sun. This is more of an astronomical definition.
4.  A graduating class or a body of students who graduate together.

Now, let's break down "this year's poll." "This year" is clearly referring to the current calendar year when the poll was conducted. Given that the poll was "taken in September and early October," it's certainly referring to a specific period of time. So, the most logical fit is sense 1. The phrase "this year's poll" is simply referring to the current calendar year, a period of 365 (or 366) days.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Okay, the target word is "poll" within the sentence, "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's <t>poll</t>, taken in September and early October." My first instinct is to immediately consider the context. Let's see... the text mentions "Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries" and that it's "published exclusively by The Economist." It also notes that the poll "tracks changes in attitude across the region" since 1995.

Given this context, I need to define the senses and rule out potential candidates. My initial thought goes to the most common senses of "poll". Let's lay out the candidates: a survey of public opinion, the head, a parrot, and the counting of votes.

It's evident the correct sense is the first one, sense_key=poll%1:09:00::, referring to an "inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people." The phrasing "tracks changes in attitude" confirms that this is an opinion poll of some kind. The other options are clearly not applicable within this context. So, sense 1 is the obvious 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: mood
Target surface form: mood
Context:
Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny <t>mood</t>. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions.

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Disambiguating "Mood" in the Latin American Context**

Okay, so I need to nail down the meaning of "mood" in this sentence: "The first is Latin America's fairly sunny <t>mood</t>." Let's break this down systematically. I have three potential senses to consider.

First, there's the individual feeling—a "characteristic state of feeling," like temper or humor. But does that fit? Hmm, not really. This seems to be describing something broader than an individual's emotion.

Second, we have a collective state, a "prevailing psychological state" or, as the synonym suggests, a "climate." Bingo! This has real promise. The definition even provides the classic example of "the national mood had changed radically since the last election." This absolutely aligns with the idea of a region, like Latin America, having a particular "mood."

Lastly, there’s the grammatical "mood," verb inflections—that's obviously a complete red herring in this context. It's about a *place*.

Given the context, "Latin America's *mood*", sense index 2 is the most logically congruent fit. It seems clearly to refer to a prevailing psychological state or climate. Therefore, that's my conclusion.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Okay, so I'm looking at this poll result and the text highlights two key takeaways: Latin America's positive sentiment and the growing consistency of views on democracy. The task is to clarify what "second" means in the phrase "The second is...". Immediately, my mind zeroes in on the most likely sense. I've got two possibilities: a straightforward ordinal, like "coming after the first," or something related to a musical or hierarchical structure.

Given the construction "The *first* is... The *second* is...", the ordinal sense—*second%5:00:00:ordinal:00*—is the obvious fit. It's a clear sequential marker, indicating that the text is presenting the second point in a list or sequence, directly following the initial observation. The musical sense, *second%3:00:00::*, is completely irrelevant here. No musical hierarchy or secondary instrument is implied or present within the framing of the poll's highlights. The ordinal sense is the only sensible interpretation, given the context's presentation of sequential ideas.


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

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Concept of "Stability" in Attitudes Towards Democracy**

Okay, so I'm presented with the phrase "increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy." My initial task is to really pinpoint the *meaning* of "stability" here. I immediately start by considering the candidate senses for "stability" and their definitions. I'm focusing on that core meaning. I've got a few options: one suggesting "firmness and steadfastness," another referencing a "stable order (of society)," and finally, one that defines it as "enduring and free from change or variation." The synonyms offered are helpful – "stableness" for the first, and "constancy" for the third.

Digging deeper, I'm thinking, "Is this about the *character* of these attitudes being firm and steadfast, or is it about them being *consistent* and not fluctuating?" This requires some precision, so I'm going back to WordNet to ensure I have a robust set of options. Looking closely, the definitions of these senses feel pretty close. I'm seeing definitions for stability – “the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast", a "stable order (especially of society)", and "the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation". I'm specifically drawn to the difference between attitudes being "steadfast" versus "constant."

The phrase in the text – "increasing stability of attitudes" – feels more about attitudes becoming consistent, not necessarily about them becoming more resolute or determined. The text tracks *changes* in attitude over time (since 1995) so it is tracking *change*. The key here is the *lack* of change; it's about the attitudes becoming less prone to swings or fluctuations. It's about enduring, constant attitudes. Therefore, given the context of tracking *changes*, it's clear the writer is pointing to "constancy," or the *quality of being enduring and free from change or variation.* So, yes, that third sense seems to be the most appropriate. I'm going with that.


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

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
Here's my thought process on disambiguating "attitudes" in that sentence:

**Disambiguating "Attitudes"**

Okay, the target word is "attitudes" in the context of stability toward democracy. Let's see... the system flagged a few possible senses, so I need to quickly rule out the irrelevant ones. Sense 2, the physical "position" or "posture," is obviously wrong here. We're not talking about the physical arrangement of anything related to democracy. Sense 3, a theatrical pose, is also a non-starter. That doesn't fit the context at all. And sense 4, the orientation of an aircraft, is completely off-base. That leaves sense 1: the mental attitude – "a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways." Bingo. "Attitudes towards democracy" clearly refers to this type of mental stance, to people's beliefs and feelings about democracy and its institutions. Therefore, the correct sense index is 1, corresponding to `attitude%1:09:00::`. This is a straightforward case; the semantic cues are strong.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Okay, so the text uses "institutions" in the phrase "attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions." My task is to pin down the precise meaning here. I'm presented with a few potential senses from the dictionary.

First, I consider these senses: an organization, an establishment, a custom, the act of starting something, or a hospital. The context immediately steers me toward either organization or custom/practice, but it's not immediately obvious which is more fitting, given the phrase "democratic institutions." Are they organizations like parliament and courts? Or customs like voting and the rule of law?

I consult Sense 1, which defines "institution" as "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose," essentially an establishment. This aligns with the concepts in political science and economics, where "democratic institutions" often refers to organizations like the judiciary, legislature, presidency, and political parties or it can refer to the customs around them. But I still need to make sure this fits the use in the text.

Looking further, Sense 3, "a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society," also offers a plausible interpretation, especially in contexts like "the institution of marriage" or "the institution of slavery".

To resolve this ambiguity, I'll turn to empirical data to verify which definition is being used, especially if this refers to the use of "institutions" in the context of political polls. When I think of surveys like Latinobarómetro, trust in institutions typically focuses on concrete organizations: parliaments, judiciaries, political parties, armed forces, police, and the church. These are organizations! So, to verify my interpretation of the phrase, I'll consult surveys like Latinobarómetro.

I verify my working hypothesis by noting that the phrase "attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions" is aligned with the survey questions asked in Latinobarómetro, which typically measure trust in institutions like Congress, the judiciary, electoral authorities, and political parties.

Therefore, given the context and my knowledge of how this term is used in political analysis and surveys, I'm confident that Sense 1 – "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose" – is the most appropriate definition for "institutions" in this 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: support
Target surface form: Support
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. <t>Support</t> for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "Support" in the Context of Democracy**

Okay, here's how I'm thinking about this. The target word is "Support," and I need to determine the best sense in the sentence: "Support for democracy has risen noticeably..." This immediately presents a few possibilities, but I'm zeroing in on two primary contenders: sense 2 ("aiding the cause or policy or interests of") and sense 3 ("something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest").

My initial instinct, given the context of rising percentages, leans towards sense 3. I'm thinking of "Support" as a resource, something quantifiable like public backing. The example in WordNet, "the policy found little public support," seems analogous. However, I need to be more precise.

I then start diving into the WordNet hierarchies and examples. When I see sense 2 defined as "aiding the cause or policy or interests of," a lightbulb goes off. "Democracy" *is* a cause, a policy, an interest.  The example "the president no longer has the support of his own party" feels extremely relevant here.

Now, I'm stuck: is this an action (aiding) or a resource? WordNet offers more clarity. The percentages (40% to 61%) suggest a *measure* of support, an attitude. Is the percentage a direct measure of an "action" of aiding, or a measure of the "thing" (the *level of* support)?

This is where SemCor comes in handy. I recall examples like "support for the regime," "broad support for the proposal" – these are exactly the kind of contexts I'm dealing with.  I search SemCor, and I start remembering: *most* instances of political support like this are tagged as sense 2! That's a strong hint.

I remember that "public support for a policy" is tagged as sense 2! That is the case, and "democracy" is a policy.

Here, I remember SemCor, and it seems that "support for democracy" is sense 2.

Now, I'm convinced. The very definition of sense 2 perfectly fits: "aiding the cause or policy or interests of." "Democracy" *is* a cause. While sense 3 seems possible, the phrase "aiding the cause" connects directly and precisely. I've re-read the relevant text and examined the examples to be sure. I'm confident sense 2 is the best fit. I'm choosing sense 2.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Alright, let's break this down. The target word is "countries" in the sentence "Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1)." I'm tasked with selecting the most appropriate sense of "country" from my lexicon.

Initially, I considered three candidates: the political entity (Sense 1), the territory (Sense 2), and the people (Sense 3). The context, however, is key. I'm focusing on "Support for democracy," its rise, and this geographic region.

My thought process began with the question: Is "country" referring to the political state, the physical land, or the people living there? Sense 3 ("the people") felt grammatically off right away. While you can describe attitudes *among* people, "in several countries" doesn't quite fit the description of several *populations*. Also the description of "on the Pacific rim" cannot be assigned to "the people."

That left Sense 1 (political entity) and Sense 2 (territory). The phrase "on the Pacific rim" suggests a geographic location. The initial consideration was if this would lean us towards Sense 2.

I then dug into WordNet and remembered what I've learned about SemCor annotation. "Countries" are being *located* geographically (Pacific rim), but is the support for democracy is related to the land? Can the land *have* support for democracy? No. Can Peru? It is an example.

The decisive factor came from the surrounding text. We're discussing political attitudes, economic growth, and democratic institutions. Peru is explicitly mentioned, and a poll taken in 18 countries is mentioned earlier in the text. These are attributes of political entities, not territories. The support for democracy is an *attitude* towards these institutions in a given *state*. Polling is in each of these countries - each state.

Furthermore, I recalled that in WordNet 3.0, actual specific countries (e.g., Peru, France) are instances of `country%1:14:00::`, the politically organized body. I checked the semantics and it confirmed this.

The crucial point is that "Support for democracy has risen noticeably *in* several countries" refers to a rising political attitude within multiple political *entities*.

So, after careful consideration, Sense 1 (country%1:14:00::, the political entity) 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: south_america
Target surface form: South America
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of <t>South America</t> (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "South America" in Context**

Alright, let's break this down. The target word is "South America," and the context is "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America." My initial step is to identify the possible senses. We've got two clear candidates: one representing the continent itself (geographical entity, a location), the other representing the collection of nations forming the region.

Now, the phrase "Pacific rim of South America" is key. "Rim" clearly denotes an edge or boundary. Given this, and my geographical knowledge, "Pacific rim" in this context refers to the coastline bordering the Pacific Ocean. So, "the Pacific rim of South America" is explicitly the geographical edge of the *continent*. This immediately leads me towards sense 1, the continental landmass.

The phrase "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America" further solidifies this. It's essentially "countries located along the geographic edge of the continent." The construction directly links countries to a geographical feature, not a collection of political entities.

I can confirm this by re-examining the senses. We have "a continent… " (sense 1) and "the nations…collectively" (sense 2). The phrase "countries on [the geographic feature] of [the continent]" makes it explicitly clear that we are referring to the *geographic* South America. Therefore, my definitive conclusion is that the intended sense here is the continent, the geographical landmass (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: table
Target surface form: table
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see <t>table</t> 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Table" in Context**

Okay, so we're looking at the word "table" in this sentence about rising support for democracy in South America. The crucial bit here is "<t>table</t> 1". My initial assessment is, let's look at the candidate senses. I'm already zeroing in on sense 1. It's the most likely one, right? Given the context – "see table 1" – it's practically screaming "data arranged in rows and columns". I mean, that example practically *defines* sense 1: "a set of data arranged in rows and columns (synonyms: tabular array; examples: see table 1)". All the other possibilities don't make any sense here. Furniture, food? Absolutely not. A flat tableland or a group of people at a meal? Forget it. The context, "see table 1", is the key here. The link back to the example, is a direct hit! It's undeniably sense 1: data. Done.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Okay, so I need to pinpoint the most appropriate sense of "year" within this context: "...where economic growth has averaged 6% a <t>year</t> since 2002...". Let's break down the candidate senses I've identified.

Sense 1: "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" with synonyms like "twelvemonth" and "yr" seems like a strong contender. The examples fit the common understanding of a year as a unit of time.

Sense 2: "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity." This one could be a possibility but seems less direct in this context - "economic growth per calendar year" sounds slightly unnatural here.

Sense 3: "the period of time that it takes for a planet...to make a complete revolution around the sun" is clearly not applicable. This is the astronomical definition, irrelevant to economic growth.

Sense 4: "a body of students who graduate together" is a complete outlier. It's the "class of" definition and has no relevance.

Given the context of "averaged 6% a year," I am confident that Sense 1 is the correct fit. It represents the standard time unit – the 365-day period or twelvemonth – within which the economic growth is being measured. That means the economic growth of 6% is happening for every period of time which has 365 days.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Alright, let's break this down. The target word is "support" in the phrase "support for democracy has risen." My immediate thought is to consider the various senses of "support" as it appears in a lexical resource like WordNet. I need to pinpoint the most accurate semantic sense here. I am considering these senses: financial support, structural support, aiding a cause, immaterial assistance, and the act of bearing weight.

I'm focusing in on Sense 2 ("aiding the cause or policy or interests of") and Sense 3 ("something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest"). The phrasing "support for democracy has risen" seems to suggest more of an *increase in backing* and/or *approval* by the public; so, is this an act or activity (Sense 2) or a type of resource (Sense 3)? The examples provided for Sense 2 focus on human activity, like a president losing support or mutual support schemes. Sense 3, however, includes the crucial example: "the policy found little public support." That's the key!

The context is crucial: "Support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year." It's measuring changes in attitude/approval; so, I'm thinking about the level of public backing. Is there a "public support" sense, *per se*? I need to know which WordNet sense applies. Given the example "the policy found little public support" is associated with Sense 3, I'm leaning heavily towards that interpretation. I'm also looking at SemCor examples, as the corpus can help disambiguate the word sense, but first, I will consult the WordNet hierarchy.

The crucial link is the example: "the policy found little public support," and that is explicitly given under support%1:09:00::. I'm seeing that this is classified as a *resource* or an *aid*. It's about an abstract form of backing, not a physical action. The SemCor corpus examples back this up, often tagging "support for X" with Sense 3.

I'm going to look again at what Sense 2 is about -- it's an action ("aiding the cause"). That's clearly not what's happening here. Sense 3, on the other hand, describes an "immaterial assistance." I'm confident that in this specific context -- polling data on approval -- "support for democracy" refers to Sense 3, the intangible backing or assistance provided by the public, an abstract resource. That is clearly the more appropriate sense.