[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: game
Target surface form: game
Context:
While the Europe and world champions, number one one in the monthly top of FIFA, have a long record of Class A inter selection, the Tricolor has only the defender Michael Umana as the only one who has 50 international games. That number was reached Friday before the game against Panama (0-2), in Rommel Fernandez. Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (<t>game</t> lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=game%1:04:00:: | definition=a contest with rules to determine a winner | examples=you need four people to play this game
2. sense_key=game%1:04:03:: | definition=a single play of a sport or other contest | examples=the game lasted two hours
3. sense_key=game%1:04:01:: | definition=an amusement or pastime | examples=they played word games; he thought of his painting as a game that filled his empty time
4. sense_key=game%1:05:00:: | definition=animal hunted for food or sport
5. sense_key=game%1:28:00:: | definition=(tennis) a division of play during which one player serves
6. sense_key=game%1:23:00:: | definition=(games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win | examples=the game is 6 all; he is serving for the game
7. sense_key=game%1:13:00:: | definition=the flesh of wild animals that is used for food
8. sense_key=game%1:09:00:: | definition=a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) | synonyms=plot, secret plan | examples=they concocted a plot to discredit the governor; I saw through his little game from the start
9. sense_key=game%1:06:00:: | definition=the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game | examples=the child received several games for his birthday
10. sense_key=game%1:04:02:: | definition=your occupation or line of work | synonyms=biz | examples=he's in the plumbing game; she's in show biz
11. sense_key=game%1:04:04:: | definition=frivolous or trifling behavior | examples=for actors, memorizing lines is no game; for him, life is all fun and games

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

**Analyzing the Meaning of "Game"**

Okay, so the target word is "game," and it's in the phrase about a football match: "...who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London)..." My immediate thought is, this is clearly not some abstract concept of a *game* in the general sense. The context is very specific: a football *match*.

I have to consider the nuances. In my experience, I see two immediately relevant senses from WordNet to consider. First, there's the broader sense: "a contest with rules to determine a winner" (game%1:04:00::). That's true, but a little too general. I'm leaning more towards the second sense, which is much more precise: "a single play of a sport or other contest" (game%1:04:03::). The example provided in WordNet, "the game lasted two hours," solidifies this. This specifically highlights the individual *occurrence* of a match.

Therefore, within this sentence, "game" is absolutely referring to a *single play of a sport or other contest*. The phrase "game lost with 0-1 in London" is referring to an individual football match, the occurrence or the *game* on a specific date.


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: london
Target surface form: London
Context:
While the Europe and world champions, number one one in the monthly top of FIFA, have a long record of Class A inter selection, the Tricolor has only the defender Michael Umana as the only one who has 50 international games. That number was reached Friday before the game against Panama (0-2), in Rommel Fernandez. Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in <t>London</t>) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=london%1:15:00:: | definition=the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center | synonyms=Greater London, British capital, capital of the United Kingdom
2. sense_key=london%1:18:00:: | definition=United States writer of novels based on experiences in the Klondike gold rush (1876-1916) | synonyms=Jack London, John Griffith Chaney

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

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: record
Target surface form: record
Context:
While the Europe and world champions, number one one in the monthly top of FIFA, have a long record of Class A inter selection, the Tricolor has only the defender Michael Umana as the only one who has 50 international games. That number was reached Friday before the game against Panama (0-2), in Rommel Fernandez. Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the <t>record</t> of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=record%1:10:03:: | definition=anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events | examples=the film provided a valuable record of stage techniques
2. sense_key=record%1:06:00:: | definition=sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove | synonyms=phonograph record, phonograph recording, disk, disc, platter
3. sense_key=record%1:23:00:: | definition=the number of wins versus losses and ties a team has had | examples=at 9-0 they have the best record in their league
4. sense_key=record%1:04:01:: | definition=the sum of recognized accomplishments | synonyms=track record | examples=the lawyer has a good record; the track record shows that he will be a good president
5. sense_key=record%1:10:02:: | definition=a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone | synonyms=record book, book | examples=Al Smith used to say, `Let's look at the record'; his name is in all the record books
6. sense_key=record%1:04:00:: | definition=an extreme attainment; the best (or worst) performance ever attested (as in a sport) | examples=he tied the Olympic record; coffee production last year broke all previous records
7. sense_key=record%1:21:00:: | definition=a document that can serve as legal evidence of a transaction | examples=they could find no record of the purchase
8. sense_key=record%1:10:00:: | definition=a list of crimes for which an accused person has been previously convicted | synonyms=criminal record | examples=he ruled that the criminal record of the defendant could not be disclosed to the court; the prostitute had a record a mile long

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": 6
}
```

content:
```json
{
  "sense_index": 6
}
```

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of these thoughts, keeping in mind my expertise:

**Record-Breaking Performance Analysis**

Alright, let's break this down. This is clearly about a record, specifically a sporting record. The context immediately pegs it as that sense of "record" – the pinnacle of achievement in a competitive field. It's the "extreme attainment" we're talking about, the best performance ever documented in this particular context. And it's not just *any* record, it's a *numeric* record in a very specific, easily quantifiable domain: international football appearances.

The core of it is Casillas, the current goalkeeper, is surpassing the previous record held by Zubizarreta. The language is precise: "equaled the record," and then "will impose a new record." That juxtaposition is important. The first sentence highlights the *equaling* of the record. The second is the *breaking* of the previous record. We are talking about breaking a record in an international match. It's not a general statement but a very specific sporting context.

This isn't just about a number; it's about the competitive nature of sport, the legacy of these goalkeepers, and the significance of this upcoming match. The "Tricolor" – that's the opponent today, I should know the team.

This is a testament to Casillas' longevity, skill, and consistency at the highest level. It's the kind of achievement that deserves recognition, not just for the statistical accomplishment but also for the dedication and career that have led to this moment. Ultimately, this isn't just a record, it's a story.

type: thinking


[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: goalkeeper
Target surface form: goalkeeper
Context:
While the Europe and world champions, number one one in the monthly top of FIFA, have a long record of Class A inter selection, the Tricolor has only the defender Michael Umana as the only one who has 50 international games. That number was reached Friday before the game against Panama (0-2), in Rommel Fernandez. Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex <t>goalkeeper</t> Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=goalkeeper%1:18:00:: | definition=the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal | synonyms=goalie, goaltender, netkeeper, netminder
2. sense_key=goalkeeper%1:04:00:: | definition=the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring | synonyms=goalie, goaltender, netkeeper

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}
```


[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: match
Target surface form: matches
Context:
While the Europe and world champions, number one one in the monthly top of FIFA, have a long record of Class A inter selection, the Tricolor has only the defender Michael Umana as the only one who has 50 international games. That number was reached Friday before the game against Panama (0-2), in Rommel Fernandez. Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international <t>matches</t>. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=match%1:06:00:: | definition=lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction | synonyms=lucifer, friction match | examples=he always carries matches to light his pipe; as long you've a lucifer to light your fag
2. sense_key=match%1:11:00:: | definition=a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
3. sense_key=match%1:06:02:: | definition=a burning piece of wood or cardboard | examples=if you drop a match in there the whole place will explode
4. sense_key=match%1:06:01:: | definition=an exact duplicate | synonyms=mate | examples=when a match is found an entry is made in the notebook
5. sense_key=match%1:23:00:: | definition=the score needed to win a match
6. sense_key=match%1:18:01:: | definition=a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect | synonyms=catch
7. sense_key=match%1:18:00:: | definition=a person who is of equal standing with another in a group | synonyms=peer, equal, compeer
8. sense_key=match%1:14:00:: | definition=a pair of people who live together | synonyms=couple, mates | examples=a married couple from Chicago
9. sense_key=match%1:09:00:: | definition=something that resembles or harmonizes with | examples=that tie makes a good match with your jacket

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the concept "matches" in a football context, presented as a first-person summary, tailored for a field expert:

**Understanding "Matches" in the World of Football**

Okay, so the target word is "matches", and the context clearly places it within the realm of football – specifically, "126 international matches". Immediately, my mind jumps to the relevant sense: the formal contest. Forget about the burning stick kind of match, we're talking about the fundamental unit of competition. "Matches" in this instance is the atomic building block of a football career, a season, or even the sport itself.

The number 126 provides critical information. It quantifies the subject's experience. It’s a measure of accumulated data, tactical application, and physical exertion, assuming this subject is a football player, or more correctly, a football team, given the context. It implies a significant investment of time, effort, and possibly, a degree of success within the international arena. It's a key statistic to interpret in relation to a specific player, team, or nation.

This kind of framing allows me to immediately begin extrapolating more detailed information from this single reference. Depending on the specifics of this situation, I can start thinking about their total career trajectory, how they stand in comparison to others, and the specific implications of these particular 126 "matches".


[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: today
Target surface form: today
Context:
That number was reached Friday before the game against Panama (0-2), in Rommel Fernandez. Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play <t>today</t> against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=today%1:28:00:: | definition=the present time or age | examples=the world of today; today we have computers
2. sense_key=today%1:28:01:: | definition=the day that includes the present moment (as opposed to yesterday or tomorrow) | examples=Today is beautiful; did you see today's newspaper?

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:
Here's my analysis of the word "today" in this context:

**Analyzing the Temporal Reference of "Today"**

Okay, so we have "today," "last Saturday," and "Friday" all floating around. It's a game of temporal reference. "Today" is pretty clear - it signifies the precise day of the match in question, right? It's the date of the event, the day it's happening.

Thinking about it more abstractly, there's a second sense of "today" - this idea of "the day including the present moment". That's in contrast to "yesterday" or "tomorrow." That is the key here.

Therefore, since the text clearly refers to the date the match will be played, it's definitively sense two that is correct. We're talking about the specific date of the sporting event, not some broader philosophical concept of "the present age." Makes perfect sense.


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

[User]
Target lemma: record
Target surface form: record
Context:
That number was reached Friday before the game against Panama (0-2), in Rommel Fernandez. Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new <t>record</t> of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=record%1:10:03:: | definition=anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events | examples=the film provided a valuable record of stage techniques
2. sense_key=record%1:06:00:: | definition=sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove | synonyms=phonograph record, phonograph recording, disk, disc, platter
3. sense_key=record%1:23:00:: | definition=the number of wins versus losses and ties a team has had | examples=at 9-0 they have the best record in their league
4. sense_key=record%1:04:01:: | definition=the sum of recognized accomplishments | synonyms=track record | examples=the lawyer has a good record; the track record shows that he will be a good president
5. sense_key=record%1:10:02:: | definition=a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone | synonyms=record book, book | examples=Al Smith used to say, `Let's look at the record'; his name is in all the record books
6. sense_key=record%1:04:00:: | definition=an extreme attainment; the best (or worst) performance ever attested (as in a sport) | examples=he tied the Olympic record; coffee production last year broke all previous records
7. sense_key=record%1:21:00:: | definition=a document that can serve as legal evidence of a transaction | examples=they could find no record of the purchase
8. sense_key=record%1:10:00:: | definition=a list of crimes for which an accused person has been previously convicted | synonyms=criminal record | examples=he ruled that the criminal record of the defendant could not be disclosed to the court; the prostitute had a record a mile long

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": 6}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 6}
```


[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: match
Target surface form: matches
Context:
That number was reached Friday before the game against Panama (0-2), in Rommel Fernandez. Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international <t>matches</t> for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=match%1:06:00:: | definition=lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction | synonyms=lucifer, friction match | examples=he always carries matches to light his pipe; as long you've a lucifer to light your fag
2. sense_key=match%1:11:00:: | definition=a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
3. sense_key=match%1:06:02:: | definition=a burning piece of wood or cardboard | examples=if you drop a match in there the whole place will explode
4. sense_key=match%1:06:01:: | definition=an exact duplicate | synonyms=mate | examples=when a match is found an entry is made in the notebook
5. sense_key=match%1:23:00:: | definition=the score needed to win a match
6. sense_key=match%1:18:01:: | definition=a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect | synonyms=catch
7. sense_key=match%1:18:00:: | definition=a person who is of equal standing with another in a group | synonyms=peer, equal, compeer
8. sense_key=match%1:14:00:: | definition=a pair of people who live together | synonyms=couple, mates | examples=a married couple from Chicago
9. sense_key=match%1:09:00:: | definition=something that resembles or harmonizes with | examples=that tie makes a good match with your jacket

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

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that text, presented as a personal thought process, as requested:

**Football and the Significance of a "Match"**

Right, so we're talking about sports, specifically football. The key piece of information is that Iker Casillas has played in "127 international matches". Immediately, my mind jumps to the lexical entry for "match" in this context. It's not the simple "match" of a burning stick, but rather that very specific Sense 2: a "formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete." That's the core concept. The number "127" is now tied directly to the idea of competitive encounters, of sanctioned games played on a global scale. It's not just a casual game; it's a formal competition representing national teams and likely carrying significant weight in the context of the sport. The number itself gives a concrete measure of Casillas's experience and longevity at the highest level of this competitive arena.


[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: player
Target surface form: player
Context:
Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the <t>player</t> of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=player%1:18:01:: | definition=a person who participates in or is skilled at some game | synonyms=participant
2. sense_key=player%1:18:02:: | definition=someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) | synonyms=musician, instrumentalist
3. sense_key=player%1:18:00:: | definition=a theatrical performer | synonyms=actor, histrion, thespian, role player
4. sense_key=player%1:18:04:: | definition=a person who pursues a number of different social and sexual partners simultaneously
5. sense_key=player%1:18:03:: | definition=an important participant (as in a business deal) | examples=he was a major player in setting up the corporation

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

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

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that thought process, assuming I'm already well-versed in soccer, as you requested:

**Deconstructing "Player" in Context**

Alright, the target word is "player" in that Xavi Hernandez sentence. The context immediately screams soccer/football. No ambiguity there. My first instinct, and really the only logical one given the surrounding information, is to jump to sense 1: "a person who participates in or is skilled at some game." It's so clear-cut; Xavi's a famous footballer for Barcelona, and the rest of the sentence is about his match count. It's elementary, really, a straightforward application of contextual understanding. There's no need to consider any other potential meanings, like a musical instrument or some theatrical performance. The domain is locked down immediately, and "player" refers directly to his role on the field.


[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: match
Target surface form: matches
Context:
Spanish football players playing in the All-Star League and in powerful clubs of the Premier League of England are during the year very active in league and local cup competitions and there are high-level shocks in the European Cups and European Champions League. To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 <t>matches</t>. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=match%1:06:00:: | definition=lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction | synonyms=lucifer, friction match | examples=he always carries matches to light his pipe; as long you've a lucifer to light your fag
2. sense_key=match%1:11:00:: | definition=a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
3. sense_key=match%1:06:02:: | definition=a burning piece of wood or cardboard | examples=if you drop a match in there the whole place will explode
4. sense_key=match%1:06:01:: | definition=an exact duplicate | synonyms=mate | examples=when a match is found an entry is made in the notebook
5. sense_key=match%1:23:00:: | definition=the score needed to win a match
6. sense_key=match%1:18:01:: | definition=a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect | synonyms=catch
7. sense_key=match%1:18:00:: | definition=a person who is of equal standing with another in a group | synonyms=peer, equal, compeer
8. sense_key=match%1:14:00:: | definition=a pair of people who live together | synonyms=couple, mates | examples=a married couple from Chicago
9. sense_key=match%1:09:00:: | definition=something that resembles or harmonizes with | examples=that tie makes a good match with your jacket

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

**Analyzing the Connotation of "Matches"**

Right, let's break this down. The target word is "matches." My initial instinct, given the context mentioning Xavi Hernandez and Barcelona, is that we're dealing with *football games*. The text indicates "Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches," which solidifies that assumption. It's a fairly straightforward mapping – "matches" here represents individual games played, a specific use-case with a defined numerical association (106).

Now, considering the broader definition, Sense 2 is provided as "a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete." That's the core, the general category of "match." It's the competitive event itself, the *instance* of two sides going head-to-head. I'd need more context to determine if other senses are viable, but given the football player and the numerical value, the primary focus is on the football match as a unit of play. The 106 relates to the number of individual competitions participated in. The word is not being used in any other connotation or meaning.


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

[User]
Target lemma: week
Target surface form: week
Context:
To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last <t>week</t> by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games.

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

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Target Word "Week" in Context**

Okay, so the target is "week" within the phrase "last week." My initial thought is to consider the nuances of its meaning. WordNet, and my own experience, tell me there are two likely senses in this context. The first is a general period of seven days, any seven consecutive days. But the more common, and likely correct in this context, is Sense 3, a specific "calendar week," which, in the US, starts on a Sunday. "Last week" then specifically refers to the calendar week immediately preceding the current one. Given the common usage and context, I think we are looking at Sense 3.


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

[User]
Target lemma: player
Target surface form: player
Context:
To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other <t>player</t> of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=player%1:18:01:: | definition=a person who participates in or is skilled at some game | synonyms=participant
2. sense_key=player%1:18:02:: | definition=someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) | synonyms=musician, instrumentalist
3. sense_key=player%1:18:00:: | definition=a theatrical performer | synonyms=actor, histrion, thespian, role player
4. sense_key=player%1:18:04:: | definition=a person who pursues a number of different social and sexual partners simultaneously
5. sense_key=player%1:18:03:: | definition=an important participant (as in a business deal) | examples=he was a major player in setting up the corporation

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

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

reasoning_content:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that thought process, tailored for an expert audience, and presented as if it were my own internal monologue:

**Focusing In on "Player" within the Sports Context**

Alright, so the context is pretty clear: we're dealing with sports, and more specifically, football – or soccer, as some might call it. We're looking at names like Zubizarreta, Casillas, and Xavi, so it's a high-level discussion within that realm. The target concept is "player." Now, with that immediate context, I'm already filtering out a lot of potential senses of the word. I'm immediately leaning towards the dominant sense here, the one that relates directly to participation and skill within the game itself. It's the "person who participates in or is skilled at some game" sense. That's the primary, most relevant interpretation. I'm focusing on the individual's role and abilities within the sporting contest. No need to consider musical players or something abstract; we're talking about athletes here. This is straightforward.


[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: team
Target surface form: team
Context:
To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian <t>team</t>, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=team%1:14:00:: | definition=a cooperative unit (especially in sports) | synonyms=squad
2. sense_key=team%1:14:01:: | definition=two or more draft animals that work together to pull something

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 "Team" in the Spanish Football Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this text, and the key thing here is the word "team" and how it's being used in relation to the Spanish football context. Immediately, my mind jumps to the "Iberian team," the Spanish selection, and some notable players – Casillas, Xavi, Zubizarreta, Raul Gonzalez... I'm thinking of their history, their play styles, their formations, all that.

Now, the text gives me two senses of "team" to consider. Sense one, the primary one, is that *cooperative unit*, particularly as it relates to sports. It's the group of players working together, striving for a common goal. This is clearly the dominant meaning in this context. It's about the tactics, the chemistry, the overall strength of the squad.

Sense two, that of *draft animals*, is... well, it's there. Technically a valid definition, but completely incongruous with the reference to Spanish football players. It's a semantic distraction that I can dismiss almost immediately. Given the overall topic, the first sense is *undeniably* the correct one. In this scenario, the word "team" is being used to refer to a sports team, where the focus is on a group of people working together to achieve a specific goal.


[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: match
Target surface form: matches
Context:
To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 <t>matches</t> and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=match%1:06:00:: | definition=lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction | synonyms=lucifer, friction match | examples=he always carries matches to light his pipe; as long you've a lucifer to light your fag
2. sense_key=match%1:11:00:: | definition=a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
3. sense_key=match%1:06:02:: | definition=a burning piece of wood or cardboard | examples=if you drop a match in there the whole place will explode
4. sense_key=match%1:06:01:: | definition=an exact duplicate | synonyms=mate | examples=when a match is found an entry is made in the notebook
5. sense_key=match%1:23:00:: | definition=the score needed to win a match
6. sense_key=match%1:18:01:: | definition=a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect | synonyms=catch
7. sense_key=match%1:18:00:: | definition=a person who is of equal standing with another in a group | synonyms=peer, equal, compeer
8. sense_key=match%1:14:00:: | definition=a pair of people who live together | synonyms=couple, mates | examples=a married couple from Chicago
9. sense_key=match%1:09:00:: | definition=something that resembles or harmonizes with | examples=that tie makes a good match with your jacket

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the provided context, framed as a thought process:

**Game Sense Analysis**

Okay, so I'm looking at some data and the immediate trigger is the mention of sports games. Specifically, the phrases "international matches", "126 matches", and a specific player's game count ("Carles Puyol, with 97 games") jump out at me. Given my expertise, these phrases are immediately and clearly pointing towards the second sense of the word "game" – that is, "a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete." No need to overthink it; the context is squarely in the realm of competitive sports. This is a very straightforward application of my domain knowledge. I'll focus my analysis and any subsequent queries on this understanding.


[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: striker
Target surface form: striker
Context:
To this is added the Spanish Fury experience in complicated qualifications for Euro Cup and World Cup. The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke <t>striker</t> Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=striker%1:18:02:: | definition=a forward on a soccer team
2. sense_key=striker%1:18:01:: | definition=someone receiving intensive training for a naval technical rating
3. sense_key=striker%1:18:00:: | definition=an employee on strike against an employer
4. sense_key=striker%1:18:03:: | definition=someone who hits | synonyms=hitter | examples=a hard hitter; a fine striker of the ball
5. sense_key=striker%1:06:00:: | definition=the part of a mechanical device that strikes something

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

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

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

**Identifying a Named Entity in a Specific Context**

Right, so the system flagged "striker" in this context. My immediate assessment is that this is referring to Raúl González, the forward who played for Schalke 04. I'm inferring this based on my knowledge of soccer players and their typical positions and teams. The underlying concept, or the relevant sense here, is definitely "a forward on a soccer team." Essentially, it's about associating a specific term ("striker") with its intended denotation within a given domain (soccer), and then further linking it to a specific entity. There doesn't appear to be any ambiguity as far as other meanings of "striker" are concerned.


[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: number
Target surface form: number
Context:
The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial <t>number</t> is Carles Puyol, with 97 games. Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=number%1:07:00:: | definition=the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals | synonyms=figure | examples=he had a number of chores to do; the number of parameters is small
2. sense_key=number%1:23:00:: | definition=a concept of quantity involving zero and units | examples=every number has a unique position in the sequence
3. sense_key=number%1:10:04:: | definition=a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program | synonyms=act, routine, turn, bit | examples=he did his act three times every evening; she had a catchy little routine
4. sense_key=number%1:10:03:: | definition=the number is used in calling a particular telephone | synonyms=phone number, telephone number | examples=he has an unlisted number
5. sense_key=number%1:10:01:: | definition=a symbol used to represent a number | synonyms=numeral | examples=he learned to write the numerals before he went to school
6. sense_key=number%1:10:00:: | definition=one of a series published periodically | synonyms=issue | examples=she found an old issue of the magazine in her dentist's waiting room
7. sense_key=number%1:14:00:: | definition=a select company of people | examples=I hope to become one of their number before I die
8. sense_key=number%1:10:02:: | definition=a numeral or string of numerals that is used for identification | synonyms=identification number | examples=she refused to give them her Social Security number
9. sense_key=number%1:07:01:: | definition=a clothing measurement | examples=a number 13 shoe
10. sense_key=number%1:10:05:: | definition=the grammatical category for the forms of nouns and pronouns and verbs that are used depending on the number of entities involved (singular or dual or plural) | examples=in English the subject and the verb must agree in number
11. sense_key=number%1:06:00:: | definition=an item of merchandise offered for sale | examples=she preferred the black nylon number; this sweater is an all-wool number

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:
**Deconstructing "Centennial Number"**

Okay, so the target is "number" in the context of "Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games." My initial thought, of course, is that "centennial number" clearly refers to the quantity 100. That's the obvious definition: a specific numeral.

Let me think this through a bit more thoroughly, given the context. I'm focusing on clarifying "number."  The phrase 'centennial number' itself directly implies it's a specific numeral or a defined *quantity*. My immediate instinct is that this is in reference to the quantity or figure of 100.

Okay, let's break down the definitions: Sense 2 defines a number as 'a concept of quantity involving zero and units,' and the sequence position of each number; this is true of 100 as well. Every number has its unique position in the number sequence. I think this fits.

Then there is Sense 1: 'the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals.' So, a more general sense of "number." This could be referring to a *count*, or *cardinality* in its simplest terms. Thinking about phrases such as "the number of parameters is small", or "he had a number of chores to do", or perhaps simply "figure" would fall into this definition. In this context, it doesn't make sense to use the term "centennial" to mean this.

Given the phrase, "centennial number," I am confident that the intended meaning of "number" is Sense 2: the specific numerical value of 100. So, it's referring to the number *itself*, not a general concept of quantity.


[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: game
Target surface form: games
Context:
The Ticos players, however, have a limited international experience in an area such as CONCACAF, which is considered the lowest level within FIFA We see that the peak of the Spanish selection is the goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who last Saturday against England (game lost with 0-1 in London) equaled the record of the ex goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta, with 126 international matches. Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 <t>games</t>. Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=game%1:04:00:: | definition=a contest with rules to determine a winner | examples=you need four people to play this game
2. sense_key=game%1:04:03:: | definition=a single play of a sport or other contest | examples=the game lasted two hours
3. sense_key=game%1:04:01:: | definition=an amusement or pastime | examples=they played word games; he thought of his painting as a game that filled his empty time
4. sense_key=game%1:05:00:: | definition=animal hunted for food or sport
5. sense_key=game%1:28:00:: | definition=(tennis) a division of play during which one player serves
6. sense_key=game%1:23:00:: | definition=(games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win | examples=the game is 6 all; he is serving for the game
7. sense_key=game%1:13:00:: | definition=the flesh of wild animals that is used for food
8. sense_key=game%1:09:00:: | definition=a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) | synonyms=plot, secret plan | examples=they concocted a plot to discredit the governor; I saw through his little game from the start
9. sense_key=game%1:06:00:: | definition=the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game | examples=the child received several games for his birthday
10. sense_key=game%1:04:02:: | definition=your occupation or line of work | synonyms=biz | examples=he's in the plumbing game; she's in show biz
11. sense_key=game%1:04:04:: | definition=frivolous or trifling behavior | examples=for actors, memorizing lines is no game; for him, life is all fun and games

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}
```


[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: side
Target surface form: side
Context:
Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games. Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53. On Costa Rican <t>side</t>, and close to Michael Umana, are the left-lateral Junior Diaz, with 48 matches and the striker Bryan Ruiz, with 45. After this, only five exceeded the 30 games: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=side%1:15:02:: | definition=a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location | examples=they always sat on the right side of the church; he never left my side
2. sense_key=side%1:14:00:: | definition=one of two or more contesting groups | examples=the Confederate side was prepared to attack
3. sense_key=side%1:08:00:: | definition=either the left or right half of a body | examples=he had a pain in his side
4. sense_key=side%1:15:00:: | definition=a surface forming part of the outside of an object | synonyms=face | examples=he examined all sides of the crystal; dew dripped from the face of the leaf
5. sense_key=side%1:06:00:: | definition=an extended outer surface of an object | examples=he turned the box over to examine the bottom side; they painted all four sides of the house
6. sense_key=side%1:09:00:: | definition=an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect) | examples=he was on the heavy side; he is on the purchasing side of the business
7. sense_key=side%1:15:01:: | definition=a line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane figure | examples=the hypotenuse of a right triangle is always the longest side
8. sense_key=side%1:14:01:: | definition=a family line of descent | examples=he gets his brains from his father's side
9. sense_key=side%1:13:00:: | definition=a lengthwise dressed half of an animal's carcass used for food | synonyms=side of meat
10. sense_key=side%1:10:00:: | definition=an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute | synonyms=position | examples=there are two sides to every question
11. sense_key=side%1:17:01:: | definition=an elevated geological formation | synonyms=slope, incline | examples=he climbed the steep slope; the house was built on the side of a mountain
12. sense_key=side%1:11:00:: | definition=(sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist | synonyms=English

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:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that text, presented as if it's my own thought process, given my expertise:

**Deciphering Sports Match Jargon**

Alright, let's unpack this quickly. We're talking about a Spain vs. Costa Rica match, and the phrasing "On the Costa Rican *side*..." immediately triggers my mental dictionary. The key here is the word "side." My expert brain instantly recognizes that "side" in this context isn't referring to a physical direction or an actual flank on the field. It's a classic example of the "contesting group" sense, a team.

The text points out that Junior Diaz, a left-back, is close to Michael Umana. That's just the gameplay. The reference to the definition "one of two or more contesting groups" in the "side%1:14:00::" sense key merely confirms this. The example given, "the Confederate side was prepared to attack," further solidifies the definition: It is a clearly contesting group. No ambiguity here, it's pretty straightforward. We're dealing with standard sports commentary terminology. I already had this indexed in my head, I'm just verifying it quickly.


[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: match
Target surface form: matches
Context:
Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games. Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53. On Costa Rican side, and close to Michael Umana, are the left-lateral Junior Diaz, with 48 <t>matches</t> and the striker Bryan Ruiz, with 45. After this, only five exceeded the 30 games: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=match%1:06:00:: | definition=lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction | synonyms=lucifer, friction match | examples=he always carries matches to light his pipe; as long you've a lucifer to light your fag
2. sense_key=match%1:11:00:: | definition=a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
3. sense_key=match%1:06:02:: | definition=a burning piece of wood or cardboard | examples=if you drop a match in there the whole place will explode
4. sense_key=match%1:06:01:: | definition=an exact duplicate | synonyms=mate | examples=when a match is found an entry is made in the notebook
5. sense_key=match%1:23:00:: | definition=the score needed to win a match
6. sense_key=match%1:18:01:: | definition=a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect | synonyms=catch
7. sense_key=match%1:18:00:: | definition=a person who is of equal standing with another in a group | synonyms=peer, equal, compeer
8. sense_key=match%1:14:00:: | definition=a pair of people who live together | synonyms=couple, mates | examples=a married couple from Chicago
9. sense_key=match%1:09:00:: | definition=something that resembles or harmonizes with | examples=that tie makes a good match with your jacket

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Game's Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this text fragment and immediately, my mind hones in on the "48 matches" and the mention of "Bryan Ruiz, with 45." The implication here is clearly within the realm of sports, a competitive setting. My expert understanding tells me the language points to some sort of competition; a formal 'match' as the WordNet sense 2 defines it, where teams or individuals directly vie against each other. The figures likely represent something quantifiable within that competitive structure. I'm going to start with the assumption these are likely numbers associated with games played and goals scored. From here, I need to know the sport. Given the mention of a "striker," I'm leaning heavily towards soccer, but other team sports might also fit.


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

[User]
Target lemma: striker
Target surface form: striker
Context:
Casillas will play today against the Tricolor and will impose a new record of 127 international matches for Spain. Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games. Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53. On Costa Rican side, and close to Michael Umana, are the left-lateral Junior Diaz, with 48 matches and the <t>striker</t> Bryan Ruiz, with 45. After this, only five exceeded the 30 games: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=striker%1:18:02:: | definition=a forward on a soccer team
2. sense_key=striker%1:18:01:: | definition=someone receiving intensive training for a naval technical rating
3. sense_key=striker%1:18:00:: | definition=an employee on strike against an employer
4. sense_key=striker%1:18:03:: | definition=someone who hits | synonyms=hitter | examples=a hard hitter; a fine striker of the ball
5. sense_key=striker%1:06:00:: | definition=the part of a mechanical device that strikes something

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:
Okay, here's my breakdown of this.

**My Thinking on the Target Word "Striker"**

Alright, so the word we're dealing with is "striker," and the context is soccer/football, so I'm immediately thinking about the sport. Let's run through the possibilities, just to make sure we're on the right track here.

First, "striker" could refer to that classic forward position in soccer, the main goal-scorer. That's a strong contender, given the context. Then there's the naval technical rating... unlikely in this case, but good to keep in mind for general knowledge. A "striker" also refers to an employee on strike. Hmm, again, probably not applicable here. Beyond that, the word could simply mean someone who hits, a more general use. Finally, it could refer to a mechanical part.

Considering the context of soccer/football and Bryan Ruiz in particular, Sense 1, the forward on the soccer team, is the obvious and overwhelmingly likely intended meaning. No need to overcomplicate it.


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

[User]
Target lemma: game
Target surface form: games
Context:
Xavi Hernandez, the player of Barcelona, has 106 matches. Casillas and Xavi were recognized last week by UEFA together with the other player of the Iberian team, Zubizarreta with 126 matches and Schalke striker Raul Gonzalez with 102. Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games. Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53. On Costa Rican side, and close to Michael Umana, are the left-lateral Junior Diaz, with 48 matches and the striker Bryan Ruiz, with 45. After this, only five exceeded the 30 <t>games</t>: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35. The least.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=game%1:04:00:: | definition=a contest with rules to determine a winner | examples=you need four people to play this game
2. sense_key=game%1:04:03:: | definition=a single play of a sport or other contest | examples=the game lasted two hours
3. sense_key=game%1:04:01:: | definition=an amusement or pastime | examples=they played word games; he thought of his painting as a game that filled his empty time
4. sense_key=game%1:05:00:: | definition=animal hunted for food or sport
5. sense_key=game%1:28:00:: | definition=(tennis) a division of play during which one player serves
6. sense_key=game%1:23:00:: | definition=(games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win | examples=the game is 6 all; he is serving for the game
7. sense_key=game%1:13:00:: | definition=the flesh of wild animals that is used for food
8. sense_key=game%1:09:00:: | definition=a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) | synonyms=plot, secret plan | examples=they concocted a plot to discredit the governor; I saw through his little game from the start
9. sense_key=game%1:06:00:: | definition=the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game | examples=the child received several games for his birthday
10. sense_key=game%1:04:02:: | definition=your occupation or line of work | synonyms=biz | examples=he's in the plumbing game; she's in show biz
11. sense_key=game%1:04:04:: | definition=frivolous or trifling behavior | examples=for actors, memorizing lines is no game; for him, life is all fun and games

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

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

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Nuances of "Games" in a Football Context**

Okay, so the text mentions "exceeded the 30 games" in relation to football players. My immediate task is to determine which meaning of "games" is intended. I recognize two primary senses here. Sense 2, and the one I usually consider when thinking about individual matches is "a single play of a sport or other contest." That's the one I'm leaning toward. Then there's Sense 1, which refers to "a contest with rules to determine a winner."

Let's consult WordNet to clarify. Looking at the entries, `game%1:04:03::` seems to neatly correspond to Sense 2, the "single play" definition (e.g., "the game lasted two hours"). Meanwhile, `game%1:04:00::` describes the broader "contest with rules."

Given the context of football matches and player appearances, it's virtually certain that the text is using "games" in the sense of an individual match or appearance, rather than the overall "contest" of a season or career. So, it's clear that it's Sense 2 that's relevant.


[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: match
Target surface form: matches
Context:
Almost near the centennial number is Carles Puyol, with 97 games. Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53. On Costa Rican side, and close to Michael Umana, are the left-lateral Junior Diaz, with 48 matches and the striker Bryan Ruiz, with 45. After this, only five exceeded the 30 games: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35. The least. More than 30 <t>matches</t> in Spain have Gerard Piqué (37), Sergio Busquets (36), Santiago Santi Cazorla (32), Alvaro Arbeloa (31) and Raul Albiol (31). On the national side, with less than 30 presences, there are Roy Miller with 26, Winston Parks with 26, Gabriel Badilla with 25 and Roy Myrie with 23.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=match%1:06:00:: | definition=lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction | synonyms=lucifer, friction match | examples=he always carries matches to light his pipe; as long you've a lucifer to light your fag
2. sense_key=match%1:11:00:: | definition=a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
3. sense_key=match%1:06:02:: | definition=a burning piece of wood or cardboard | examples=if you drop a match in there the whole place will explode
4. sense_key=match%1:06:01:: | definition=an exact duplicate | synonyms=mate | examples=when a match is found an entry is made in the notebook
5. sense_key=match%1:23:00:: | definition=the score needed to win a match
6. sense_key=match%1:18:01:: | definition=a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect | synonyms=catch
7. sense_key=match%1:18:00:: | definition=a person who is of equal standing with another in a group | synonyms=peer, equal, compeer
8. sense_key=match%1:14:00:: | definition=a pair of people who live together | synonyms=couple, mates | examples=a married couple from Chicago
9. sense_key=match%1:09:00:: | definition=something that resembles or harmonizes with | examples=that tie makes a good match with your jacket

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:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that context, geared towards a subject matter expert like myself:

**Analyzing "Match" in the Context of Sports**

Alright, I'm looking at a context about sports, specifically "games" and "matches," with a focus on soccer/football. The target word is "match." Considering the provided context, "More than 30 matches in Spain have Gerard Piqué (37)..." my immediate thought is that sense 2, "a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete," is the intended meaning. This is a pretty straightforward application. The mention of a specific individual, Gerard Piqué, strongly suggests this is about competitive events, not something else. The phrase "more than 30" indicates the word refers to the sporting event itself. There's no ambiguity here. My analysis confirms a standard usage in the domain of sports reporting.


[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: side
Target surface form: side
Context:
Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53. On Costa Rican side, and close to Michael Umana, are the left-lateral Junior Diaz, with 48 matches and the striker Bryan Ruiz, with 45. After this, only five exceeded the 30 games: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35. The least. More than 30 matches in Spain have Gerard Piqué (37), Sergio Busquets (36), Santiago Santi Cazorla (32), Alvaro Arbeloa (31) and Raul Albiol (31). On the national <t>side</t>, with less than 30 presences, there are Roy Miller with 26, Winston Parks with 26, Gabriel Badilla with 25 and Roy Myrie with 23. The rest doesn't come near the 20.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=side%1:15:02:: | definition=a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location | examples=they always sat on the right side of the church; he never left my side
2. sense_key=side%1:14:00:: | definition=one of two or more contesting groups | examples=the Confederate side was prepared to attack
3. sense_key=side%1:08:00:: | definition=either the left or right half of a body | examples=he had a pain in his side
4. sense_key=side%1:15:00:: | definition=a surface forming part of the outside of an object | synonyms=face | examples=he examined all sides of the crystal; dew dripped from the face of the leaf
5. sense_key=side%1:06:00:: | definition=an extended outer surface of an object | examples=he turned the box over to examine the bottom side; they painted all four sides of the house
6. sense_key=side%1:09:00:: | definition=an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect) | examples=he was on the heavy side; he is on the purchasing side of the business
7. sense_key=side%1:15:01:: | definition=a line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane figure | examples=the hypotenuse of a right triangle is always the longest side
8. sense_key=side%1:14:01:: | definition=a family line of descent | examples=he gets his brains from his father's side
9. sense_key=side%1:13:00:: | definition=a lengthwise dressed half of an animal's carcass used for food | synonyms=side of meat
10. sense_key=side%1:10:00:: | definition=an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute | synonyms=position | examples=there are two sides to every question
11. sense_key=side%1:17:01:: | definition=an elevated geological formation | synonyms=slope, incline | examples=he climbed the steep slope; the house was built on the side of a mountain
12. sense_key=side%1:11:00:: | definition=(sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist | synonyms=English

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:
Okay, here's my interpretation of that text, presented as my own thought process, as requested:

**Deconstructing "Side" in the Context of Football Statistics**

Right, so we're looking at player statistics, likely caps and matches played for Spain and Costa Rica. The term "national side" is the key here. It's not ambiguous, but it's always worth a quick check for clarity. When I see "national side," my mind immediately interprets it in the way that makes the most sense within a footballing context. It's specifically referring to the Costa Rican *national team*, the group of players representing Costa Rica in international competition.

We know it's not some nebulous "side" like a philosophical argument. It's a team, and the "national side" is one of at least two contesting groups – in this case, the Spanish national team. The second sense, the "contesting group" definition is the most relevant. It's like saying "the home side versus the away side." The "national side" represents a distinct and defined entity on the pitch, and it's this entity whose players' stats are being discussed. The discussion is related to Costa Rica.


[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: presence
Target surface form: presences
Context:
Xabi Alonso follows them with 91, Fernando Torres, with 90, David Villa and Sergio Ramos, both with 81, Andres Iniesta, with 62, Cesc Fabregas, with 61, and David Silva, with 53. On Costa Rican side, and close to Michael Umana, are the left-lateral Junior Diaz, with 48 matches and the striker Bryan Ruiz, with 45. After this, only five exceeded the 30 games: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35. The least. More than 30 matches in Spain have Gerard Piqué (37), Sergio Busquets (36), Santiago Santi Cazorla (32), Alvaro Arbeloa (31) and Raul Albiol (31). On the national side, with less than 30 <t>presences</t>, there are Roy Miller with 26, Winston Parks with 26, Gabriel Badilla with 25 and Roy Myrie with 23. The rest doesn't come near the 20.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=presence%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being present; current existence | examples=he tested for the presence of radon
2. sense_key=presence%1:15:00:: | definition=the immediate proximity of someone or something | synonyms=front | examples=she blushed in his presence; he sensed the presence of danger
3. sense_key=presence%1:18:00:: | definition=an invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby
4. sense_key=presence%1:09:00:: | definition=the impression that something is present | examples=he felt the presence of an evil force
5. sense_key=presence%1:07:00:: | definition=dignified manner or conduct | synonyms=bearing, comportment, mien
6. sense_key=presence%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of being present

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

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

**Analyzing "Presences" in a Football Context**

Alright, so the target word is "presences," and the context is definitely football, specifically related to player statistics. The phrase "less than 30 presences" screams appearances, right? It's that direct correlation. Thinking about it, "matches" and "games" are essentially synonymous with "appearances" here. The core concept is *being* there, *being* present in the context of the sport.

Given this understanding, let's look up the different senses for "presence" and see which one fits best. I'd wager it's sense 6 – specifically, the act of being present, presence%1:04:00:: - because it's the most applicable. This perfectly encapsulates a player's involvement in a game. This should be the correct sense to use when decoding the text.


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

[User]
Target lemma: rest
Target surface form: rest
Context:
On Costa Rican side, and close to Michael Umana, are the left-lateral Junior Diaz, with 48 matches and the striker Bryan Ruiz, with 45. After this, only five exceeded the 30 games: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35. The least. More than 30 matches in Spain have Gerard Piqué (37), Sergio Busquets (36), Santiago Santi Cazorla (32), Alvaro Arbeloa (31) and Raul Albiol (31). On the national side, with less than 30 presences, there are Roy Miller with 26, Winston Parks with 26, Gabriel Badilla with 25 and Roy Myrie with 23. The <t>rest</t> doesn't come near the 20. While Nacho Moreal has only four games and Jordi Alba two, in Costa Rica Victor Bolivar has only one Olman Vargas and Nelson Edder did not debut yet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=rest%1:24:00:: | definition=something left after other parts have been taken away | synonyms=remainder, balance, residual, residue, residuum | examples=there was no remainder; he threw away the rest
2. sense_key=rest%1:04:00:: | definition=freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) | synonyms=ease, repose, relaxation | examples=took his repose by the swimming pool
3. sense_key=rest%1:28:00:: | definition=a pause for relaxation | synonyms=respite, relief, rest period | examples=people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
4. sense_key=rest%1:26:00:: | definition=a state of inaction | examples=a body will continue in a state of rest until acted upon
5. sense_key=rest%1:26:01:: | definition=euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) | synonyms=eternal rest, sleep, eternal sleep, quietus | examples=she was laid to rest beside her husband; they had to put their family pet to sleep
6. sense_key=rest%1:06:00:: | definition=a support on which things can be put | examples=the gun was steadied on a special rest
7. sense_key=rest%1:10:00:: | definition=a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration

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}.


[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: game
Target surface form: games
Context:
After this, only five exceeded the 30 games: Keilor Navas with 31, Randall Azofeifa with 32, Michael Barrantes with 31, Carlos Hernandez with 36 and Jose Luis Lopez with 35. The least. More than 30 matches in Spain have Gerard Piqué (37), Sergio Busquets (36), Santiago Santi Cazorla (32), Alvaro Arbeloa (31) and Raul Albiol (31). On the national side, with less than 30 presences, there are Roy Miller with 26, Winston Parks with 26, Gabriel Badilla with 25 and Roy Myrie with 23. The rest doesn't come near the 20. While Nacho Moreal has only four <t>games</t> and Jordi Alba two, in Costa Rica Victor Bolivar has only one Olman Vargas and Nelson Edder did not debut yet. The leading scorer of Spain is David Villa is, with 50 goals, followed by Fernando Torres with 27.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=game%1:04:00:: | definition=a contest with rules to determine a winner | examples=you need four people to play this game
2. sense_key=game%1:04:03:: | definition=a single play of a sport or other contest | examples=the game lasted two hours
3. sense_key=game%1:04:01:: | definition=an amusement or pastime | examples=they played word games; he thought of his painting as a game that filled his empty time
4. sense_key=game%1:05:00:: | definition=animal hunted for food or sport
5. sense_key=game%1:28:00:: | definition=(tennis) a division of play during which one player serves
6. sense_key=game%1:23:00:: | definition=(games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win | examples=the game is 6 all; he is serving for the game
7. sense_key=game%1:13:00:: | definition=the flesh of wild animals that is used for food
8. sense_key=game%1:09:00:: | definition=a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) | synonyms=plot, secret plan | examples=they concocted a plot to discredit the governor; I saw through his little game from the start
9. sense_key=game%1:06:00:: | definition=the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game | examples=the child received several games for his birthday
10. sense_key=game%1:04:02:: | definition=your occupation or line of work | synonyms=biz | examples=he's in the plumbing game; she's in show biz
11. sense_key=game%1:04:04:: | definition=frivolous or trifling behavior | examples=for actors, memorizing lines is no game; for him, life is all fun and games

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:
**Deconstructing the Word "Games" in the Context of Sport**

Okay, so the prompt uses "games," and I need to clarify my understanding of its application to soccer, specifically regarding player appearances. Right off the bat, I recognize this word has multiple senses, and the context dictates the appropriate interpretation. Let's break it down methodically.

First, there's sense 2: "a single play of a sport or other contest," like a match that stretches for a duration of time. Makes perfect sense – "the game lasted two hours" perfectly illustrates this usage.

Then there's sense 1: "a contest with rules to determine a winner," as in "you need four people to play this game." This is the broader concept, the competition itself.

Now, let's bring in WordNet. I suspect that the "game%1:04:03::" entry aligns with that sense 2 definition of a single play or occurrence within a sport. Let's double-check. *Yep*, that's it - "a single play of a sport or other contest."

Essentially, we're classifying matches in sports as either sense 2, that "one instance" of the sport, or sometimes even more broadly as sense 1, as a "contest." But sense 2 is more specific, especially in this context. And yes, "the game lasted two hours" is again an apt example. This is exactly how I'd approach this task, carefully navigating the semantic nuances.


[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: scorer
Target surface form: scorer
Context:
The least. More than 30 matches in Spain have Gerard Piqué (37), Sergio Busquets (36), Santiago Santi Cazorla (32), Alvaro Arbeloa (31) and Raul Albiol (31). On the national side, with less than 30 presences, there are Roy Miller with 26, Winston Parks with 26, Gabriel Badilla with 25 and Roy Myrie with 23. The rest doesn't come near the 20. While Nacho Moreal has only four games and Jordi Alba two, in Costa Rica Victor Bolivar has only one Olman Vargas and Nelson Edder did not debut yet. The leading <t>scorer</t> of Spain is David Villa is, with 50 goals, followed by Fernando Torres with 27. For Costa Rica, Bryan Ruiz is the one that registers more points, two more than Carlos Hernandez and three more than Roy Myrie and Parks.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=scorer%1:18:00:: | definition=a player who makes a score in a game or contest
2. sense_key=scorer%1:18:01:: | definition=a logger who marks trees to be felled
3. sense_key=scorer%1:18:02:: | definition=an official who records the score during the progress of a game | synonyms=scorekeeper

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

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

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

Okay, the target word is "scorer." My experience immediately tells me this could have a few potential meanings, so I need to nail down the specific sense here. The context I'm given is "The leading scorer of Spain is David Villa is, with 50 goals, followed by Fernando Torres with 27."

Alright, my analysis: The text mentions "goals." This strongly suggests the context is related to sports, specifically goals being a measure of success in this case. My initial instincts, as an expert in my field, lead me to the most likely sense, which is a player who accumulates points or goals in a contest. Sense 1, the "player who makes a score in a game or contest," jumps out as the obvious candidate.

Now, let's briefly consider the other senses. Sense 2, "a logger who marks trees to be felled," is immediately irrelevant; the context has nothing to do with logging or forestry. Sense 3, "an official who records the score during the progress of a game," is a possible interpretation, but the phrase "leading scorer" points to the player with the most goals, not an official. Furthermore, the mention of David Villa's 50 goals and Torres's 27 goals strongly implies a *player's* scoring record, solidifying the identification of sense 1 as the correct meaning. It is clear that David Villa, in this instance, is being described as a player who scored a number of goals, making him the "leading scorer." Therefore, I'm confident in selecting Sense 1.