[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: absence
Target surface form: absences
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant <t>absences</t> of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=absence%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being absent | examples=he was surprised by the absence of any explanation
2. sense_key=absence%1:04:00:: | definition=failure to be present
3. sense_key=absence%1:28:00:: | definition=the time interval during which something or somebody is away | examples=he visited during my absence
4. sense_key=absence%1:26:01:: | definition=the occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twitching, fluttering eyelids, etc.; common in petit mal epilepsy | synonyms=absence seizure

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:
1.  **Analyze the Target Lemma and Form:**
    *   Lemma: `absence`
    *   Surface form: `absences` (plural noun).

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   Context text: "...Caja Laboral achieved a stunning... victory... despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses... The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant **absences** of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov..."
    *   Key semantic clues: "make up for the significant absences of [list of names]".
    *   Interpretation: The players (Herrmann, Oleson, etc.) were not present at the game. The team had to compensate for them not being there.

3.  **Analyze the Candidate Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** `absence%1:26:00::`
        *   Definition: "the state of being absent"
        *   Example: "he was surprised by the absence of any explanation"
        *   Analysis: This is a very general state. While true, does it capture the specific nuance of players missing a game? It often refers to abstract absence (absence of evidence) or the general state.

    *   **Sense 2:** `absence%1:04:00::`
        *   Definition: "failure to be present"
        *   Analysis: This implies the act or specific instance of not being where one is expected to be. In a sports context, players are expected to be present for a match. When they are not there, it is a "failure to be present".

    *   **Sense 3:** `absence%1:28:00::`
        *   Definition: "the time interval during which something or somebody is away"
        *   Example: "he visited during my absence"
        *   Analysis: This refers to the *duration* of time. "During my absence" refers to the period. The context says "make up for the significant absences". It refers to the *fact* that they are missing, not necessarily the duration of time they are away (though that is implicit). However, looking closely at the text: "significant absences of Herrmann...". Usually, when talking about a roster for a specific game, we are talking about the event of them not being there, rather than a duration ("an absence of two weeks"). But sometimes "absence" can mean the period.
        *   Let's compare Sense 1 (state) vs Sense 2 (failure to be present) vs Sense 3 (time interval).
        *   Context: "significant absences of [players]".
        *   If I say "There were many absences in class today," I usually mean people failed to be present (Sense 2) or the state of not being there (Sense 1).
        *   Sense 3 is usually used with a determiner like "during his absence" or a duration "a long absence". Here, it is counting individuals ("absences of X, Y, Z"). You count "failures to be present" or "instances of not being there".
        *   Let's look at Sense 1 vs Sense 2.
        *   Sense 1 (State): "The absence of noise". "The absence of color". Also "The absence of the professor".
        *   Sense 2 (Failure to be present): This specifically implies an obligation or expectation to be there.
        *   Let's check WordNet hierarchy/usage.
            *   `absence%1:26:00::` is under `state`.
            *   `absence%1:04:00::` is under `act` (failure to be present is an act/omission). Wait, let's check the WordNet structure. `failure` -> `nonperformance` -> ... `absence` (failure to be present).
        *   In the sports context ("significant absences"), the team missed these players. The players were absent. This is usually categorized as the state of being absent (Sense 1) or the failure to be present (Sense 2).
        *   Let's look at the definition of Sense 1 again: "the state of being absent".
        *   Let's look at the definition of Sense 2 again: "failure to be present".
        *   Often, Sense 1 is the hypernym or the general condition, while Sense 2 is the specific act/event. In the context "make up for the absences", the absences are the *facts* that these players are not playing.
        *   Common usage in sports journalism: "Key absences for the match include..."
        *   Is it Sense 3? "The time interval". "Make up for the time interval"? No, they make up for the *lack* of the players.
        *   Is it Sense 4? Medical seizure. Definitely not.

    *   **Deciding between Sense 1 and Sense 2:**
        *   WordNet 3.0/3.1 distinctions:
        *   Sense 1 (State): "he was surprised by the absence of any explanation". Also used for people "in the absence of the principal".
        *   Sense 2 (Failure): This often implies a duty. Players have a duty to play. However, "injury absences" are common.
        *   Let's check the WordNet examples for Sense 1 vs Sense 2 in standard dictionaries or corpus usage patterns mapped to WordNet.
        *   Often, the distinction is subtle.
            *   Sense 1 (State): The condition of being away.
            *   Sense 2 (Act/Failure): The act of staying away.
        *   Context: "significant absences of [names]".
        *   If I say "His absence was noted", it's usually Sense 1.
        *   If I say "His absence was inexcusable", it leans toward Sense 2.
        *   Here, it says "make up for the significant absences". The team has to compensate for the fact that these players are not there.
        *   Many Word Sense Disambiguation (WSD) systems and annotations map "player absences" or "school absences" to the 'state' definition (Sense 1) because it describes the status of the person relative to the location. However, Sense 2 ("failure to be present") is also a strong contender if one views it as an event of non-attendance.
        *   Let's look at the Sense 3 definition again: "the time interval". Example: "he visited during my absence".
        *   Example sentence from context: "...make up for the significant absences...".
        *   If the text said "during their absences", Sense 3 would be strong. But "make up for the absences" suggests compensating for the *missing personnel*. This is the state or condition of being gone.
        *   Let's check the hierarchy in standard WordNet versions (like 3.0).
            *   1. `absence` -- (the state of being absent; "he was surprised by the absence of any explanation")
            *   2. `absence` -- (failure to be present)
            *   3. `absence` -- (the time interval during which something or somebody is away; "he visited during my absence")
        *   Let's look at a similar sentence in SemCor or other WSD corpora. "Absence" referring to people not being where they should be.
        *   Usually, Sense 1 (state) covers people. "The absence of the chairman".
        *   Sense 2 (failure) often implies a specific dereliction of duty or the event of non-arrival, but often overlaps with Sense 1.
        *   Sense 1 is the most general and covers the "state of not being there".
        *   "Significant absences" implies the state of these players being away/unavailable.
        *   Let's evaluate Sense 3 again. Can "absences" refer to the gaps? "Make up for the significant gaps"? It's possible, but "absences of Herrmann..." makes the names possessive. The "absence of X". "The absence of X" usually means X is the entity that is absent. In Sense 3 ("time interval"), the "of" phrase often describes the person to whom the interval belongs ("my absence"). "The absence of Herrmann" can mean the time Herrmann was away (Sense 3) or the fact Herrmann was away (Sense 1/2).
        *   However, the context is a specific game ("victory on their visit", "on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court"). The "absences" are relevant to this specific event. The team had to make up for the fact they were missing.
        *   If it were a duration (Sense 3), it would usually be phrased "a long absence" or "during his absence". "Significant absences" in a match report usually lists missing players. This refers to the *state* of the players being unavailable.
        *   Most WSD annotations for "absence" regarding a person missing from a place lean towards **Sense 1** (State). Sense 2 is often reserved for more active "failures" or used interchangeably. Sense 1 is the super-ordinate for the state of being away.
        *   Let's look at Sense 1's example: "he was surprised by the absence of any explanation". This is abstract.
        *   Let's look at Sense 2's definition: "failure to be present".
        *   Let's try to differentiate.
        *   Is it a failure? Yes, they failed to play.
        *   Is it a state? Yes, they were in a state of not being there.
        *   Usually, Sense 1 is preferred for "absence of [Person]" unless there is a strong connotation of fault (Sense 2). Here, it's likely injuries or other reasons ("heavy losses"). It is a neutral statement of their status.
        *   However, let's reconsider Sense 3. Is it the "time interval"? "Make up for the time interval"? No. They made up for the missing players.
        *   So it's between 1 and 2.
        *   Sense 1 is the broad "state".
        *   Sense 2 is "failure".
        *   In sports reports, "absences" usually means "missing players". "The list of absences".
        *   Checking WordNet definitions in Princeton Annotated Glosses:
            *   1. state of being absent.
            *   2. failure to be present.
        *   Often, Sense 1 includes people. "The absence of the teacher".
        *   Sense 2 is often defined as "the event of failing to be present".
        *   If I look at the provided examples:
            *   Sense 1 ex: "absence of any explanation" (Abstract)
            *   Sense 2 ex: (None provided in prompt)
            *   Sense 3 ex: "visited during my absence" (Time)
        *   Standard mapping: "absence of people" -> Sense 1 (State).
        *   Why? Because "failure" (Sense 2) implies a specific semantic frame of neglect. While players failed to show up, in the context of "injuries" (implied by "losses" or just sports context), it's a state of unavailability.
        *   Let's verify Sense 1 vs Sense 2 for animate objects.
        *   Dictionary check (Webster/Collins mapped to WN):
            *   State of being away (Sense 1).
            *   Lack (Sense 1).
        *   Failure to be present (Sense 2).
        *   Let's assume Sense 1 is the intended sense for "absence of [Person]" in a neutral context.
        *   Wait, Sense 3 definition: "the time interval...". "The absence of Herrmann" could be the time Herrmann was away. But the context is a single game. A game is a point in time or a short duration. You don't make up for the "time interval" of a player being away. You make up for the "lack" of the player. This supports Sense 1 or 2.
        *   Let's check the synonyms for Sense 1? None listed.
        *   Let's check the prompt's Sense 1 example again: "he was surprised by the absence of any explanation".
        *   Let's check if there is a specific sense for "missing people". Sense 1 (State) is the general container.
        *   Let's compare with Sense 2 "failure to be present". If a student is truant, it's Sense 2. If a player is injured, is it a "failure"? Not really. It's a state of being absent.
        *   Therefore, Sense 1 seems the most robust choice covering both voluntary and involuntary states of not being present.

    *   Let's try a different angle.
        *   Sentence: "The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann..."
        *   Paraphrase: "...make up for the fact that Herrmann et al. were absent."
        *   Is "being absent" Sense 1 or Sense 2?
        *   WN Sense 1: state of being absent.
        *   WN Sense 2: failure to be present.
        *   Since it is a state (condition of the players), Sense 1 fits best. Sense 2 focuses on the action/event of missing. "His absence from the meeting was noted" (Sense 1).
        *   "Repeated absences from school" (Sense 2 - failure).
        *   Here, "significant absences". It refers to the roster holes (the state).

    *   Wait, is it Sense 3?
        *   "Absences" = "periods of being away".
        *   "Significant absences" could mean "long periods of being away".
        *   But the context is a single game recap ("victory... on their visit"). The absences are specific to this game ("make up for..."). The players are missing from *this* game. It is not a discussion of their injury time-line (duration). It is a discussion of their *non-presence* at the specific event.
        *   This reinforces the "failure to be present" or "state of being absent" for that specific instance.
        *   Between 1 and 2: The WordNet distinction often puts the default "person is missing" under Sense 1. Sense 2 often has the connotation of "defaulting".
        *   However, checking other WSD datasets (like SemCor):
            *   "In the absence of the professor" -> Sense 1.
        *   Let's go with Sense 1.

    *   Let's re-read Sense 2 carefully. `absence%1:04:00::`
        *   Hierarchy: `act` -> `action` -> `nonperformance` -> `neglect` -> `omission` -> `failure` -> `absence`.
        *   This hierarchy suggests "neglect" or "failure". The players are not "neglecting" the game (implies willful default). They are injured or unable to play ("losses").
        *   Therefore, Sense 2 hierarchy is semantically incompatible with the likely involuntary nature of sports injuries/absences.
        *   Sense 1 hierarchy: `state` -> `absence`.
        *   This fits the involuntary or neutral status of the players.

    *   Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct choice.

    *   Just to be absolutely sure about Sense 3:
        *   Sense 3 (`time_interval`) fits sentences like "He returned after a long absence."
        *   The text does not focus on the length of time, but the impact of their missing status on the game result.

    *   Conclusion: Sense 1 (state).

    *   Double check the prompt instructions. "Choose the single best indexed sense."
    *   Indexed senses:
        1. sense_key=absence%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being absent
        2. sense_key=absence%1:04:00:: | definition=failure to be present
        3. sense_key=absence%1:28:00:: | definition=the time interval during which something or somebody is away
        4. sense_key=absence%1:26:01:: | definition=the occurrence of an abrupt... (medical)

    *   Choice: Sense 1.

    *   Wait, let me check if Sense 2 is ever used generally for "not present".
    *   WordNet 3.1:
        1. absence (the state of being absent)
        2. absence (failure to be present)
    *   Most corpus examples for "absence" in sports (roster reports) are treated as the state of not being there.
    *   Example: "Jones was out with an injury." -> "The absence of Jones".
    *   If I say "His absence was felt", it's the state.
    *   If I say "His absence was a disappointment", it's the failure/state.
    *   Given the hierarchy of Sense 2 (Neglect -> Failure), Sense 1 is safer and more accurate for the neutral context of a sports injury report.

    Final Check:
    Target: "absences"
    Context: Sports report, players missing.
    Meaning: State of not being there.
    Sense 1: State of being absent.
    Match: Yes.

    JSON format required.


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: involvement
Target surface form: involvement
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of <t>involvement</t> and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=involvement%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of sharing in the activities of a group | synonyms=engagement, participation, involution | examples=the teacher tried to increase his students' engagement in class activities
2. sense_key=involvement%1:24:00:: | definition=a connection of inclusion or containment | examples=he escaped involvement in the accident; there was additional involvement of the liver and spleen
3. sense_key=involvement%1:09:00:: | definition=a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something | synonyms=interest | examples=an interest in music
4. sense_key=involvement%1:26:00:: | definition=a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship | synonyms=affair, affaire, intimacy, liaison, amour
5. sense_key=involvement%1:26:01:: | definition=the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.) | synonyms=participation

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

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

finish_reason: stop

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

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   **Sentence:** "The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of `<t>involvement</t>` and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory."
    *   **Subject:** A basketball team (Vitorian team/Caja Laboral).
    *   **Situation:** They are missing key players (absences). They need to compensate ("make up for") this.
    *   **Means of compensation:** A "big dose of involvement and teamwork".
    *   **Interpretation:** The team needs to play together, commit to the game, and participate actively to overcome the lack of star players. "Teamwork" is a coordinate term here, suggesting a similar semantic field of collective effort and active participation.

2.  **Analyze the Candidate Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** `involvement%1:04:00::` | Definition: "the act of sharing in the activities of a group" | Synonyms: engagement, participation, involution.
        *   *Fit:* This fits very well. The team showed high participation and engagement in the game to overcome absences. The synonym "engagement" and the definition match the context of sports team dynamics.

    *   **Sense 2:** `involvement%1:24:00::` | Definition: "a connection of inclusion or containment" | Examples: "escaped involvement in the accident", "involvement of the liver".
        *   *Fit:* This usually refers to being implicated in a negative event (accident) or a medical condition spreading. It does not fit a sports team context where they are trying to win through effort.

    *   **Sense 3:** `involvement%1:09:00::` | Definition: "a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something" | Synonyms: interest.
        *   *Fit:* "A big dose of interest" doesn't quite capture the active effort required in a sports game. While they might be interested in winning, "involvement" here implies action and commitment, not just mental curiosity. Sense 1 (participation/engagement) is stronger than Sense 3 (interest).

    *   **Sense 4:** `involvement%1:26:00::` | Definition: "a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship" | Synonyms: affair, liaison.
        *   *Fit:* Completely irrelevant to a basketball game summary.

    *   **Sense 5:** `involvement%1:26:01::` | Definition: "the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.)" | Synonyms: participation.
        *   *Fit:* This is very close to Sense 1. It emphasizes the "condition of sharing". Sense 1 emphasizes the "act of sharing in the activities". In the context of "a big dose of involvement", the team is engaging in the *act* of playing intensely. Sense 1's examples ("engagement in class activities") align better with sports activities than Sense 5's rather abstract definition ("condition of sharing"). Sense 5 often leans towards financial involvement or partnership status (like "involvement in a business"), whereas Sense 1 captures the active engagement in a collective activity.

    *   *Comparison between Sense 1 and Sense 5:*
        *   Sense 1: "act of sharing in activities of a group". Synonyms: engagement, participation.
        *   Sense 5: "condition of sharing in common". Synonyms: participation.
        *   Context: "a big dose of involvement and teamwork".
        *   The phrase "a big dose of..." suggests an active quality or quantity of effort/behavior. "Engagement" (Sense 1) fits this active behavioral nuance better than the static "condition" (Sense 5). The team increased their engagement/participation in the game. Sense 1 is the standard WordNet sense for active participation in a group activity (like a teacher engaging students or a player being involved in the play). Sense 5 is less common or distinct in this specific WordNet version, often overlapping with Sense 1 but Sense 1's "activities of a group" specific phrasing targets the sports context perfectly.

3.  **Selection:** Sense 1 is the best fit. It describes active engagement and participation in the group's activities (the game), which is paired with "teamwork".

4.  **Final Output Formatting:** The user requested a JSON object `{"sense_index": X}`.

    *   Selected Sense Index: 1.

format: unknown

native_finish_reason: stop

provider: Chutes

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: end
Target surface form: end
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the <t>end</t> to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=end%1:15:00:: | definition=either extremity of something that has length | synonyms=terminal | examples=the end of the pier; she knotted the end of the thread
2. sense_key=end%1:28:00:: | definition=the point in time at which something ends | synonyms=ending | examples=the end of the year; the ending of warranty period
3. sense_key=end%1:11:00:: | definition=the concluding parts of an event or occurrence | synonyms=last, final stage | examples=the end was exciting; I had to miss the last of the movie
4. sense_key=end%1:09:02:: | definition=the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it | synonyms=goal | examples=the ends justify the means
5. sense_key=end%1:09:00:: | definition=a final part or section | examples=we have given it at the end of the section since it involves the calculus; Start at the beginning and go on until you come to the end
6. sense_key=end%1:26:00:: | definition=a final state | synonyms=destruction, death | examples=he came to a bad end; the so-called glorious experiment came to an inglorious end
7. sense_key=end%1:15:02:: | definition=the surface at either extremity of a three-dimensional object | examples=one end of the box was marked `This side up'
8. sense_key=end%1:18:00:: | definition=(football) the person who plays at one end of the line of scrimmage | examples=the end managed to hold onto the pass
9. sense_key=end%1:15:01:: | definition=a boundary marking the extremities of something | examples=the end of town
10. sense_key=end%1:15:03:: | definition=one of two places from which people are communicating to each other | examples=the phone rang at the other end; both ends wrote at the same time
11. sense_key=end%1:04:00:: | definition=the part you are expected to play | examples=he held up his end
12. sense_key=end%1:10:00:: | definition=the last section of a communication | synonyms=conclusion, close, closing, ending | examples=in conclusion I want to say...
13. sense_key=end%1:06:02:: | definition=a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold | synonyms=remainder, remnant, oddment
14. sense_key=end%1:04:02:: | definition=(American football) a position on the line of scrimmage | examples=no one wanted to play end

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:
1.  **Analyze the target word and context**:
    *   Target lemma: `end`
    *   Target surface form: `end`
    *   Context sentence: "The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the **end** to take the victory."
    *   Broader context: A sports report about a basketball game between Baskonia (Caja Laboral) and Maccabee Electra. The phrase "hold out until the end" is crucial. It refers to the duration of the game or the final moments of the game.

2.  **Analyze the candidate senses**:

    *   **Sense 1 (end%1:15:00::)**: "either extremity of something that has length" (spatial). Example: "end of the pier". *Analysis*: The context refers to time (game duration), not spatial length.
    *   **Sense 2 (end%1:28:00::)**: "the point in time at which something ends". Synonyms: ending. Example: "the end of the year". *Analysis*: This fits well temporally. "Hold out until the [point in time at which the game ends]". This refers to the specific moment the game concludes.
    *   **Sense 3 (end%1:11:00::)**: "the concluding parts of an event or occurrence". Synonyms: last, final stage. Example: "the end was exciting". *Analysis*: This refers to the *period* or *parts* leading up to the conclusion, rather than just the split-second point in time. "Hold out until the end" often implies enduring through the final difficult stages of an event (the "closing stages").
    *   **Sense 4 (end%1:09:02::)**: "the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve...". Synonyms: goal. *Analysis*: Not a goal/purpose here.
    *   **Sense 5 (end%1:09:00::)**: "a final part or section". *Analysis*: Similar to Sense 3, but usually for text or physical sections.
    *   **Sense 6 (end%1:26:00::)**: "a final state" (destruction/death). *Analysis*: Not applicable.
    *   **Sense 7 (end%1:15:02::)**: "surface at either extremity". *Analysis*: Spatial. Not applicable.
    *   **Sense 8 (end%1:18:00::)**: "(football) the person who plays...". *Analysis*: Not a player position.
    *   **Sense 9 (end%1:15:01::)**: "a boundary marking the extremities". *Analysis*: Spatial. Not applicable.
    *   **Sense 10 (end%1:15:03::)**: "one of two places from which people are communicating". *Analysis*: Not applicable.
    *   **Sense 11 (end%1:04:00::)**: "the part you are expected to play". *Analysis*: Not applicable.
    *   **Sense 12 (end%1:10:00::)**: "the last section of a communication". *Analysis*: Not a text/speech.
    *   **Sense 13 (end%1:06:02::)**: "a piece of cloth...". *Analysis*: Not applicable.
    *   **Sense 14 (end%1:04:02::)**: "(American football) a position...". *Analysis*: Not applicable.

3.  **Differentiate between Sense 2 and Sense 3**:
    *   Sense 2: "the point in time at which something ends". This is the temporal endpoint (Time X).
    *   Sense 3: "the concluding parts of an event or occurrence". This is the final phase/stage (Time Period Y leading to X).

    *   Phrase: "hold out until the end".
    *   Interpretation A (Sense 2): They had to survive until the clock hit zero (the temporal boundary). "Until" often takes a point in time. "Until 5 PM".
    *   Interpretation B (Sense 3): They had to survive through the final stages of the game. Synonyms like "final stage" fit the context of a sports match where the "end" usually implies the tense final minutes.

    *   Let's look at the examples provided in WordNet.
        *   Sense 2 Ex: "the end of the year". This is a temporal boundary.
        *   Sense 3 Ex: "the end was exciting". This refers to the events occurring at the end.

    *   In the context of a basketball game: "hold out until the end". Does "end" refer to the buzzer (the point in time) or the final phase?
    *   Usually, in sports journalism, "until the end" implies "until the final whistle/buzzer" (Sense 2 - temporal point). However, "the end" of an event often carries the meaning of the "closing stages" (Sense 3).
    *   Let's check the definition of Sense 3 again: "the concluding *parts* of an event".
    *   Let's check the definition of Sense 2 again: "the point in time at which something ends".

    *   Comparison:
        *   "We waited until the end of the movie." -> Usually means until the movie finished (Sense 2, temporal point).
        *   "The end of the movie was sad." -> Refers to the content of the final part (Sense 3).

    *   The phrase "hold out until the end" suggests enduring a difficult situation (the game) up to the temporal conclusion. "Until" governs the noun. You wait *until* a point in time. You don't typically wait *until* a section (though you can wait *through* a section). "Until" strongly suggests a temporal endpoint here. If the sentence were "They struggled at the end," Sense 3 would be better. But "until the end" points towards Sense 2 (the temporal point where the event ceases).

    *   Wait, let's reconsider Sense 3. If I say "It was a close game until the end," it usually means "until the end of the game". Is "end" here the *part* (the final minutes) or the *point* (the final buzzer)?
    *   If it were the *part*, the preposition "until" is slightly awkward. "Until" defines a duration's limit. The limit is a point. Therefore, Sense 2 ("the point in time at which something ends") is logically the stronger fit for the grammatical construction "until [noun]".

    *   Let's look at synonyms.
        *   Sense 2 synonym: ending. "Hold out until the ending." (Can mean the event of ending).
        *   Sense 3 synonym: last, final stage. "Hold out until the last/final stage." This is plausible. Often "the end" in sports refers to the final stretch (the 4th quarter, the last minutes). "They held out until the end" often implies they survived the pressure of the closing stages.

    *   Let's check the fine-grained distinctions in WordNet usage.
    *   Sense 2: "the point in time..."
    *   Sense 3: "the concluding parts..."

    *   Context: "hold out until the end to take the victory." They had to endure the pressure. The pressure exists during the time leading up to the point. But the preposition "until" points to the conclusion.
    *   Standard WSD approach: "Until" + time noun.
    *   However, consider the phrase "at the end". "At the end of the day". Sense 2.
    *   "In the end". Sense 2 usually (ultimately).
    *   "The end of the movie was good". Sense 3.

    *   Let's try substituting the definitions.
        *   Sense 2: "...it had to hold out until the [point in time at which the game ended]..." -> Makes perfect sense.
        *   Sense 3: "...it had to hold out until the [concluding parts of the event]..." -> Grammatically slightly off ("until" usually expects a point, not a span/part, unless we mean "up to the start of the concluding parts"). Usually, if you endure the final stage, you say "hold out *through* the end" or just "hold out at the end". "Until the end" implies the duration stops at the point called "end".

    *   Decision: Sense 2 is the best fit. It denotes the temporal boundary of the game. The team had to maintain their lead until the game concluded (the final buzzer).

    *   Let me double-check Sense 3 examples: "the end was exciting". This refers to the content of the final part.
    *   Sense 2 examples: "the end of the year".
    *   Sentence: "hold out until the end". This is synonymous with "hold out until the finish". "Finish" is a point in time or the act of ending.
    *   Synonyms for Sense 2 include "ending". Synonyms for Sense 3 include "final stage".
    *   If I say "The team held out until the end," I mean they didn't collapse before the game was over. The "end" is the termination of the event.

    *   Wait, is there a nuance? In sports, "The End" is often colloquially the final buzzer.
    *   However, Sense 3 ("concluding parts") is very close. If the sentence was "They played well in the end," that might be Sense 3 (final stage). "Until the end" strongly biases towards the temporal limit.

    *   Let's look at Sense 3 again. "The concluding parts of an event". If the game has 4 quarters, the "end" could be the 4th quarter. Did they hold out *until* the 4th quarter? No, they held out *until the game finished*. They endured the whole game. The "end" marks the boundary of the duration. Therefore, Sense 2 (point in time) is the intended meaning.

    *   Refining the choice:
        *   Sense 2: point in time.
        *   Sense 3: concluding parts.
        *   Context: "hold out until..." -> Preposition "until" selects for a point in time (or an event treated as a point).
        *   Therefore, Sense 2.

    *   Let's verify Sense 1 again just in case. "extremity of something that has length". Game has "length" (duration). But that's metaphoric. WordNet handles duration under "point in time" (Sense 2) usually, not spatial length (Sense 1).

    *   Final check: Sense 2 definition: "the point in time at which something ends".
    *   Context substitution: "...it had to hold out until the [point in time at which something ends]..."
    *   This is the literal meaning. They had to survive until the clock ran out.

    *   Result: Sense 2.

    *   Wait, let me look at the synonyms again.
    *   Sense 2 synonyms: "ending".
    *   Sense 3 synonyms: "last", "final stage".
    *   Substitution: "...hold out until the last/final stage." This implies they just had to get to the start of the last stage. That contradicts the context (they had to endure the whole game to ensure victory). They had to hold out until the *termination* of the event.
    *   Substitution: "...hold out until the [ending]." (Synonym for Sense 2). This works. They held out until the ending (the event's conclusion).

    *   Conclusion: Sense 2 is the correct index.

provider: Friendli


[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: sideline
Target surface form: sidelines
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the <t>sidelines</t>, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph. The game started out in favor of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=sideline%1:15:00:: | definition=a line that marks the side boundary of a playing field | synonyms=out of bounds
2. sense_key=sideline%1:06:00:: | definition=an auxiliary line of merchandise
3. sense_key=sideline%1:04:00:: | definition=an auxiliary activity | synonyms=avocation, by-line, hobby, pursuit, spare-time activity

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:
1.  **Analyze the Target Word:** The target lemma is "sideline" and the surface form is "sidelines".
2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   The text is a sports report about a basketball game between Baskonia (Caja Laboral) and Maccabee Electra.
    *   Key phrases: "victory", "court", "three-pointers", "scoreboard", "playing field" (implied).
    *   Specific sentence: "Additionally, their huge success from the <t>sidelines</t>, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph."
    *   Interpretation: The sentence talks about scoring "three pointers" from the "sidelines". In basketball, three-point shots are often taken from near the perimeter/sideline area or specifically referring to the three-point line which runs along the sides of the court. However, strictly speaking, the "sideline" is the boundary line. Three-pointers are often shot from behind the arc, which is near the sidelines.
    *   Let's look at the sense options.

3.  **Analyze Candidate Senses:**
    *   Sense 1: `sideline%1:15:00::` | Definition: "a line that marks the side boundary of a playing field" | Synonyms: "out of bounds".
        *   *Fit:* This is the literal geometric line on a sports court. The text says "success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored". Players shoot from positions on the court, often referenced by their proximity to the sideline (e.g., "corner three" is right near the sideline).
    *   Sense 2: `sideline%1:06:00::` | Definition: "an auxiliary line of merchandise".
        *   *Fit:* Irrelevant. This is about retail or business.
    *   Sense 3: `sideline%1:04:00::` | Definition: "an auxiliary activity" | Synonyms: "avocation, by-line, hobby, pursuit, spare-time activity".
        *   *Fit:* Irrelevant. This is about a secondary job or hobby.

4.  **Determine Best Fit:**
    *   The context is clearly sports (basketball).
    *   The phrase "from the sidelines" refers to the physical location on the court relative to the boundary lines.
    *   Sense 1 is the only one that pertains to sports and physical boundaries.
    *   Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct choice.

5.  **Format Output:**
    *   The instructions ask for a JSON object `{"sense_index": X}`.
    *   The index corresponds to the order provided (1, 2, or 3).
    *   The best sense is the first one listed (index 1).

6.  **Final Check:**
    *   Context: Basketball game.
    *   Target: sidelines.
    *   Sense 1: boundary line of a playing field. Matches basketball context perfectly.
    *   Sense 2/3: Business/Hobby. Do not match.

    Result: Sense index 1.

provider: StreamLake


[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: lot
Target surface form: lot
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a <t>lot</t> to do with the final triumph. The game started out in favor of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=lot%1:23:00:: | definition=(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | synonyms=batch, deal, flock, good deal, great deal, hatful | examples=a batch of letters; a deal of trouble
2. sense_key=lot%1:15:00:: | definition=a parcel of land having fixed boundaries | examples=he bought a lot on the lake
3. sense_key=lot%1:14:00:: | definition=an unofficial association of people or groups | synonyms=set, circle, band | examples=the smart set goes there; they were an angry lot
4. sense_key=lot%1:26:00:: | definition=your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) | synonyms=fortune, destiny, fate, luck, circumstances, portion | examples=whatever my fortune may be; deserved a better fate
5. sense_key=lot%1:06:00:: | definition=anything (straws or pebbles etc.) taken or chosen at random | synonyms=draw | examples=the luck of the draw; they drew lots for it
6. sense_key=lot%1:14:01:: | definition=any collection in its entirety | synonyms=bunch, caboodle | examples=she bought the whole caboodle
7. sense_key=lot%1:18:00:: | definition=(Old Testament) nephew of Abraham; God destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah but chose to spare Lot and his family who were told to flee without looking back at the destruction

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:
1.  **Analyze the context**:
    *   Sentence: "Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a **lot** to do with the final triumph."
    *   Phrase: "had a lot to do with"
    *   Meaning: This phrase means "contributed significantly to" or "was a major factor in". Here, "lot" quantifies the extent or amount of influence/relevance. It means "a large amount" or "much".
    *   Domain: Sports reporting (basketball).

2.  **Analyze the candidate senses**:

    *   **Sense 1**: `lot%1:23:00::` | Definition: (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | Synonyms: batch, deal, flock, good deal, great deal, hatful | Examples: a batch of letters; a deal of trouble.
        *   *Analysis*: This fits perfectly. The phrase "had a lot to do with" means "had a large amount to do with". The definition "a large number or amount or extent" captures the meaning of "much" or "significantly" in this context. The synonym "great deal" is semantically very close.

    *   **Sense 2**: `lot%1:15:00::` | Definition: a parcel of land having fixed boundaries.
        *   *Analysis*: Incorrect. This refers to physical land (parking lot, vacant lot).

    *   **Sense 3**: `lot%1:14:00::` | Definition: an unofficial association of people or groups.
        *   *Analysis*: Incorrect. This refers to a group of people (e.g., "a bad lot").

    *   **Sense 4**: `lot%1:26:00::` | Definition: your overall circumstances or condition in life...
        *   *Analysis*: Incorrect. This refers to fate or destiny.

    *   **Sense 5**: `lot%1:06:00::` | Definition: anything taken or chosen at random.
        *   *Analysis*: Incorrect. This refers to drawing lots (gambling/decision making).

    *   **Sense 6**: `lot%1:14:01::` | Definition: any collection in its entirety.
        *   *Analysis*: Incorrect. This refers to the whole group/set, usually implying "the whole lot".

    *   **Sense 7**: `lot%1:18:00::` | Definition: (Old Testament) nephew of Abraham...
        *   *Analysis*: Incorrect. This is the biblical figure.

3.  **Select the best sense**:
    *   Sense 1 is the correct choice. It defines "lot" as a large amount or extent, which is exactly how it functions in the idiom "had a lot to do with".

4.  **Format the output**:
    *   The user wants a JSON object `{"sense_index": X}`.
    *   The chosen sense is the first one in the list.

    *   Wait, let me double-check the indexing.
        *   Sense 1: lot%1:23:00:: (large number/amount) -> Matches.
        *   The index is 1.

5.  **Final Output Construction**:
    *   `{"sense_index": 1}`

provider: DigitalOcean


[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: triumph
Target surface form: triumph
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final <t>triumph</t>. The game started out in favor of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=triumph%1:11:00:: | definition=a successful ending of a struggle or contest | synonyms=victory | examples=a narrow victory; the general always gets credit for his army's victory
2. sense_key=triumph%1:12:00:: | definition=the exultation of victory

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:
The target word is "triumph" used in the context: "Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph."
The context is about a basketball game where Caja Laboral won against Maccabee Electra.
The word "triumph" here refers to the successful ending of the struggle/contest (winning the game), not the exultation or feeling of victory.
Sense 1: a successful ending of a struggle or contest (synonyms: victory). Matches perfectly with winning a basketball game.
Sense 2: the exultation of victory. Matches the emotion, not the event.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the best fit.

provider: SiliconFlow


[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:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph. The <t>game</t> started out in favor of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start. As Vitora's first four baskets were from the perimeter, the speculation was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists.

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}.

reasoning_content:
The context Israel. The text describes the victory, the performance of players, and mentions "The game started out in favor of the Azulgranas..."

Let me analyze the candidate senses:

1. sense_key=game%1:04:00:: | definition=a contest with rules to determine a winner - This is about the general concept of a game as a competitive event.

2. sense_key=game%1:04:03:: | definition=a single play of a sport or other contest | examples=the game lasted two hours - This refers to a specific instance of a sporting event.

3. sense_key=game%1:04:01:: | definition=an amusement or pastime - This is about recreational activities.

4. sense_key=game%1:05:00:: | definition=animal hunted for food or sport - Not applicable here.

5. sense_key=game%1:28:00:: | definition=(tennis) a division of play during which one player serves - This is tennis-specific.

6. sense_key=game%1:23:00:: | definition=(games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win - This refers to the score in games like tennis.

7. sense_key=game%1:13:00 trifling behavior - Not applicable.

The context clearly refers to a basketball match, a specific instance of a sporting contest. The sentence "The game started out in favor of the Azulgranas" is referring to a particular basketball match that took place.

Sense 1 (a contest with rules to determine a winner) is more about the general concept of a game as (a single play sport or other contest) refers to a specific instance of a sporting event matches the context perfectly - this is a particular basketball match that was played.

 two hours" for sense 2 is very similar to how "game" is being used here - referring to a specific sporting event with a duration and outcome.

Therefore, sense 2 is the best fit.

provider: Amazon Bedrock


[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: favor
Target surface form: favor
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph. The game started out in <t>favor</t> of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start. As Vitora's first four baskets were from the perimeter, the speculation was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=favor%1:04:00:: | definition=an act of gracious kindness | synonyms=favour
2. sense_key=favor%1:07:00:: | definition=an advantage to the benefit of someone or something | synonyms=favour | examples=the outcome was in his favor
3. sense_key=favor%1:09:00:: | definition=an inclination to approve | synonyms=favour | examples=that style is in favor this season
4. sense_key=favor%1:12:00:: | definition=a feeling of favorable regard | synonyms=favour
5. sense_key=favor%1:06:00:: | definition=souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party | synonyms=party favor, party favour, favour

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:
1.  **Analyze the Target Lemma and Surface Form:**
    *   Lemma: favor
    *   Surface form: favor (noun, singular)

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   Context sentence: "The game started out in <t>favor</t> of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start."
    *   Broader context: A sports report about a basketball game between Baskonia (Caja Laboral) and Maccabee Electra. The Azulgranas (Baskonia) started well and got ahead on the scoreboard.
    *   Phrase: "in favor of" / "in favor".
    *   Meaning: The game started in a way that benefited the Azulgranas. They had the advantage. The score was favorable to them.

3.  **Analyze the Candidate Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** `favor%1:04:00::` | definition=an act of gracious kindness | synonyms=favour.
        *   *Reasoning:* Does it fit? "The game started out in an act of gracious kindness of the Azulgranas"? No, that makes no sense. This refers to doing someone a favor.

    *   **Sense 2:** `favor%1:07:00::` | definition=an advantage to the benefit of someone or something | synonyms=favour | examples=the outcome was in his favor.
        *   *Reasoning:* Does it fit? "The game started out in [advantage to the benefit] of the Azulgranas". Yes. The example "the outcome was in his favor" is structurally identical to "the game started out in favor of...". This describes a situation where conditions or scores benefit a specific party.

    *   **Sense 3:** `favor%1:09:00::` | definition=an inclination to approve | synonyms=favour | examples=that style is in favor this season.
        *   *Reasoning:* Does it fit? "The game started out in [inclination to approve] of the Azulgranas"? No. This refers to popularity or being in vogue.

    *   **Sense 4:** `favor%1:12:00::` | definition=a feeling of favorable regard | synonyms=favour.
        *   *Reasoning:* Does it fit? "The game started out in [feeling of favorable regard] of the Azulgranas"? No. This refers to liking someone.

    *   **Sense 5:** `favor%1:06:00::` | definition=souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party | synonyms=party favor...
        *   *Reasoning:* Does it fit? No, definitely not a small gift given at a party.

4.  **Select the Best Sense:**
    *   Sense 2 is the clear winner. The phrase "in favor of" in a sports or competitive context means having the advantage or being in a winning position. The definition "an advantage to the benefit of someone or something" matches perfectly. The provided example "the outcome was in his favor" confirms this usage.

5.  **Format Output:**
    *   The instruction asks for a JSON object: `{"sense_index": X}`.
    *   Based on the analysis, the index is 2 (since Sense 1 corresponds to index 1, Sense 2 to index 2, etc.).

    *   Let's double check the indexing.
    *   Candidate 1 -> index 1
    *   Candidate 2 -> index 2
    *   Candidate 3 -> index 3
    *   Candidate 4 -> index 4
    *   Candidate 5 -> index 5

    *   Choice: Sense 2.

    *   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: basket
Target surface form: baskets
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph. The game started out in favor of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start. As Vitora's first four <t>baskets</t> were from the perimeter, the speculation was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists. English and Teletovic were the main scorers of the 18-20 at the end of the first period.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=basket%1:06:00:: | definition=a container that is usually woven and has handles | synonyms=handbasket
2. sense_key=basket%1:23:00:: | definition=the quantity contained in a basket | synonyms=basketful
3. sense_key=basket%1:06:01:: | definition=horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball | synonyms=basketball hoop, hoop
4. sense_key=basket%1:04:00:: | definition=a score in basketball made by throwing the ball through the hoop | synonyms=field goal

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:
1.  **Analyze the target word:** The target lemma is "basket" (surface form "baskets"). This is a noun.

2.  **Analyze the context:**
    *   The text is a sports news report about a basketball game between Baskonia (Caja Laboral) and Maccabee Electra.
    *   Phrases like "three-pointers scored", "Maccabee Electra court", "scoreboard", "perimeter", "hot wrists" clearly indicate a basketball context.
    *   The specific sentence is: "As Vitora's first four **baskets** were from the perimeter, the speculation was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists."
    *   "First four baskets" refers to scoring events or points.
    *   "From the perimeter" suggests shots taken from a distance (outside the key).
    *   "Jumped into the Israeli net" implies the ball going through the net.

3.  **Evaluate candidate senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** `basket%1:06:00::` | definition=a container that is usually woven and has handles | synonyms=handbasket.
        *   *Fit:* Does not fit the basketball context at all. No one is making woven containers from the perimeter.

    *   **Sense 2:** `basket%1:23:00::` | definition=the quantity contained in a basket | synonyms=basketful.
        *   *Fit:* A measure of quantity. Not applicable here. "First four basketfuls were from the perimeter" makes no sense.

    *   **Sense 3:** `basket%1:06:01::` | definition=horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball | synonyms=basketball hoop, hoop.
        *   *Fit:* This refers to the physical object (the hoop + net).
        *   *Context check:* "As Vitora's first four *hoops* were from the perimeter..." This is grammatically awkward. You don't score a hoop "from the perimeter" in the sense of the object moving. The *ball* goes into the hoop. While the hoop is part of the game, saying "first four baskets" usually refers to the scoring units, not the physical apparatus four times.

    *   **Sense 4:** `basket%1:04:00::` | definition=a score in basketball made by throwing the ball through the hoop | synonyms=field goal.
        *   *Fit:* This refers to a scoring unit.
        *   *Context check:* "As Vitora's first four *scores/field goals* were from the perimeter..."
        *   *Analysis:* This fits perfectly. The text talks about scoring ("points", "scoreboard", "scorers"). "First four baskets" counts the scoring events. The mention of "from the perimeter" describes the type of shot taken to achieve the score. In basketball terminology, "making a basket" is synonymous with scoring a field goal.

4.  **Conclusion:** The context describes scoring points in a basketball game. The word "baskets" refers to the successful shots/scores. This corresponds to Sense 4.

5.  **Format Output:** Return JSON `{"sense_index": 4}`.


[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: perimeter
Target surface form: perimeter
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph. The game started out in favor of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start. As Vitora's first four baskets were from the <t>perimeter</t>, the speculation was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists. English and Teletovic were the main scorers of the 18-20 at the end of the first period.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=perimeter%1:25:00:: | definition=the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary | synonyms=margin, border
2. sense_key=perimeter%1:25:01:: | definition=a line enclosing a plane areas
3. sense_key=perimeter%1:07:00:: | definition=the size of something as given by the distance around it | synonyms=circumference

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:
1.  **Analyze the context:**
    *   The text describes a basketball game between Baskonia (Caja Laboral) and Maccabee Electra.
    *   Key phrases: "eight three-pointers scored", "16 three pointers scored", "first four baskets were from the perimeter", "hot wrists".
    *   The target word is "perimeter" in the sentence: "As Vitora's first four baskets were from the perimeter..."

2.  **Analyze the candidate senses:**
    *   Sense 1: `perimeter%1:25:00::` - Definition: "the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary". Synonyms: margin, border. This is the general spatial sense of a boundary.
    *   Sense 2: `perimeter%1:25:01::` - Definition: "a line enclosing a plane areas". Similar to sense 1, but focuses on the line itself. Note: WordNet sometimes distinguishes between the region and the line, but in sports contexts, this is specific.
    *   Sense 3: `perimeter%1:07:00::` - Definition: "the size of something as given by the distance around it". Synonyms: circumference. This refers to a measurement (a scalar value), not a location on a court.

3.  **Map context to sense:**
    *   The context is basketball. In basketball terminology, the "perimeter" refers to the area outside the key and around the three-point line. It is an area on the court from which players shoot.
    *   The text mentions "three-pointers" and "baskets from the perimeter". This implies a location/area on the court, not a mathematical measurement of distance (Sense 3) or a generic border of a country/land (Sense 1).
    *   Sense 1 defines it as "the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary". In basketball, the perimeter is defined by the boundary lines (the three-point line), but players play *on* the perimeter. It functions as a specific region of the court.
    *   Sense 2 defines it as "a line enclosing a plane areas". While the three-point line is a line, the "perimeter" in basketball usually denotes the *area* around that line where perimeter players operate.
    *   Let's look closer at Sense 1 vs Sense 2 vs specific jargon.
    *   WordNet often lacks specific sports jargon definitions or maps them to the closest geometric sense.
    *   Sense 1 ("area immediately inside the boundary") fits best conceptually with a zone on the court (the perimeter area). In basketball, the perimeter is the area just inside the boundary of the three-point line (or the line itself).
    *   Sense 3 is definitely wrong (it's a measurement/number).
    *   Between Sense 1 and Sense 2: Sense 1 includes "area". The text says "baskets were from the perimeter", implying a location/region. Sense 2 is "a line". While the perimeter is defined by the line, players shoot *from* the area (the perimeter). Sense 1's definition "the area immediately inside the boundary" aligns with the basketball usage of the perimeter being the outer area of the court (around the three-point line).
    *   Actually, let's re-read Sense 1 carefully: "the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 2 carefully: "a line enclosing a plane areas".
    *   In basketball, the "perimeter" is the area outside the paint. It is technically the area near the boundary lines, but specifically relative to the three-point arc.
    *   However, looking at the WordNet hierarchy:
        *   Sense 1 is a `region` (noun.location).
        *   Sense 2 is a `line` (noun.shape).
    *   The text talks about shooting *from* the perimeter. "From" suggests a location/source. While you can be "on a line", "from the perimeter" usually treats it as a zone. Therefore, Sense 1 (region/area) is more appropriate than Sense 2 (shape/line) or Sense 3 (measure).
    *   Let's check the synonyms for Sense 1: "margin, border". The perimeter in basketball is the "margin" of the offense, away from the basket.
    *   Let's check standard WSD practices for this specific lemma in sports contexts. Usually, "perimeter" in basketball maps to the area sense.
    *   Context: "baskets were from the perimeter".
    *   Sense 1: Boundary line or area inside boundary. (Fits: The area near the edge/arc).
    *   Sense 2: A line enclosing an area. (Fits less well as a source location "from", though plausible).
    *   Sense 3: Size/distance. (Incorrect).

    Comparing Sense 1 and 2 again. Sense 1 includes "area". Sense 2 is just the "line". The perimeter in basketball is an area (perimeter defense, perimeter shooting). You operate in the perimeter. Sense 1 is the best fit among the provided WordNet options.

    Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct choice.

4.  **Final check:**
    *   Target: "baskets were from the perimeter".
    *   Sense 1: area inside boundary. (Basketball perimeter is the area outside the key, near the boundary of the three-point line).
    *   Sense 3: measurement. Wrong.
    *   Result: Sense 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: speculation
Target surface form: speculation
Context:
Baskonia gives away a victory in Israel Caja Laboral achieved a stunning 82-91 victory on their visit to the Maccabee Electra court despite Dusko Ivanovic's team's heavy losses, and after the great performance by Mizra Teltovic, who was the best on his team with eight three-pointers scored (29 points), they now at the top of their group. The Vitorian team knew to make up for the significant absences of Herrmann, Oleson, Huertas and Micov with a big dose of involvement and teamwork, even though it had to hold out until the end to take the victory. Additionally, their huge success from the sidelines, with 16 three pointers scored, had a lot to do with the final triumph. The game started out in favor of the Azulgranas, who put themselves ahead on the scoreboard from the start. As Vitora's first four baskets were from the perimeter, the <t>speculation</t> was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists. English and Teletovic were the main scorers of the 18-20 at the end of the first period.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=speculation%1:10:03:: | definition=a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence | synonyms=guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, hypothesis
2. sense_key=speculation%1:09:00:: | definition=a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence) | synonyms=conjecture | examples=speculations about the outcome of the election; he dismissed it as mere conjecture
3. sense_key=speculation%1:21:00:: | definition=an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits | synonyms=venture | examples=he knew the stock was a speculation when he bought it
4. sense_key=speculation%1:09:01:: | definition=continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature | synonyms=meditation | examples=the habit of meditation is the basis for all real knowledge

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:
1.  **Analyze the target word and context:**
    *   Target lemma: speculation.
    *   Context: A sports article about a basketball game between Baskonia (Caja Laboral) and Maccabee Electra.
    *   Specific sentence: "As Vitora's first four baskets were from the perimeter, the speculation was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists."
    *   Meaning in context: The team started scoring three-pointers immediately. Observers (commentators, fans) immediately formed an opinion or belief that the team was "on fire" (hot wrists) based on these early observations. It's a quick opinion formed based on early game action (incomplete evidence regarding the final outcome, but immediate reaction to current performance).

2.  **Analyze the candidate senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** `speculation%1:10:03::` | Definition: "a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence" | Synonyms: guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, hypothesis.
        *   *Fit:* This fits well. The sentence says "the speculation was already that...". It implies a general buzz or opinion circulating (a message/opinion). The evidence is "first four baskets", which is incomplete evidence for how the whole game would go, but enough to form an immediate opinion ("hot wrists"). Synonyms like "surmise" or "conjecture" fit the vibe of sports commentary analysis.

    *   **Sense 2:** `speculation%1:09:00::` | Definition: "a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence)" | Synonyms: conjecture | Examples: "speculations about the outcome of the election".
        *   *Fit:* This is very similar to Sense 1. In WordNet, sometimes the distinction between `1:10` (communication/message) and `1:09` (cognition/hypothesis) is subtle. Sense 1 focuses on the *message* or expression of the opinion. Sense 2 focuses on the *hypothesis* itself.
        *   Let's look at the syntax: "the speculation was already that..." Here, "speculation" refers to the *idea* or *hypothesis* that they had hot wrists.
        *   Let's check the hierarchy/numbering. `1:09` usually denotes "cognition". `1:10` denotes "communication".
        *   The sentence says "the speculation was...". Is it referring to the act of speculating (cognition), the resulting hypothesis (cognition), or the message/content being passed around (communication)?
        *   Example for Sense 2 is "speculations about the outcome". Example for Sense 1 is just the definition (message).
        *   In sports commentary, "the speculation was" usually implies "the general consensus/hypothesis/opinion held by observers".
        *   Sense 1 (message) often implies an act of saying something. "His speculation was wrong."
        *   Sense 2 (hypothesis) implies the mental construct.
        *   However, WordNet 3.1/3.0 distinctions can be tricky.
        *   Let's look at the definitions again.
        *   Sense 1: "a message expressing an opinion..."
        *   Sense 2: "a hypothesis that has been formed..."
        *   In the phrase "the speculation was already that...", the content following "that" defines the speculation. This acts like a hypothesis or a conclusion drawn from the four baskets.
        *   Let's compare Sense 1 and Sense 2 more closely.
        *   Sense 1 Synonyms: guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, hypothesis.
        *   Sense 2 Synonyms: conjecture.
        *   Sense 1 seems broader in synonyms.
        *   Wait, in many WSD datasets (like SemCor/ONTONotes), `speculation%1:09:00::` (cognition) is often the default for "speculation about X".
        *   However, let's look at the text: "the speculation was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists." This sounds like a surmise or a guess made by onlookers.
        *   Sense 1 emphasizes "message". Sense 2 emphasizes "hypothesis".
        *   Often, "The speculation was that..." treats speculation as the content (hypothesis).
        *   Let's check the examples provided in the prompt for Sense 2: "speculations about the outcome of the election". This is structurally very similar to "speculation ... that they had jumped...".
        *   Sense 1 has no specific example provided in the prompt list (only synonyms).
        *   Let's evaluate Sense 3 (investment) and Sense 4 (meditation).
        *   Sense 3: "investment that is very risky". No, it's a sports game.
        *   Sense 4: "continuous and profound contemplation". No, this is a quick reaction in a sports game, not deep philosophical musing.

    *   **Refining Sense 1 vs Sense 2:**
        *   WordNet 3.0 structure:
            *   `speculation` (n) -> `opinion` (n) -> `message` (n). (Sense 1).
            *   `speculation` (n) -> `hypothesis` (n) -> `theory` (n) -> `belief` (n). (Sense 2).
        *   Context: "The speculation was already that..."
        *   Is it a message? "There was a rumor/opinion." OR is it a hypothesis? "The working theory was..."?
        *   "The speculation was already that they had jumped into the Israeli net with hot wrists."
        *   This feels like a hypothesis formed on the spot. "A hypothesis that has been formed by speculating... with little hard evidence". The evidence was four baskets. It's "little hard evidence" for the state of the whole game.
        *   Sense 1 "message expressing an opinion" implies a speech act or a communicated statement. While sports commentators communicate, "the speculation was..." often refers to the abstract notion floating in the arena.
        *   Let's look at the synonyms for Sense 1: "guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, hypothesis". It actually lists "hypothesis" as a synonym for Sense 1.
        *   Let's look at synonyms for Sense 2: "conjecture".
        *   Sense 1 has a richer set of synonyms that fit the "surmise" aspect of sports commentary ("the surmise was already...", "the guess was...").
        *   Usually, Sense 1 (`1:10:03`) is the most common "surmise/opinion" sense in usage.
        *   Sense 2 (`1:09:00`) is "conjecture".
        *   Let's check the definition "incomplete evidence". Both mention evidence.
        *   Sense 1: "based on incomplete evidence".
        *   Sense 2: "usually with little hard evidence".
        *   The text highlights "first four baskets" as the basis. This is incomplete evidence.
        *   Often, Sense 1 is the "communication" node. Sense 2 is the "cognition" node.
        *   However, in common WSD annotation (e.g., SemCor), "speculation" in a sentence like "speculation about his future" often maps to the `1:09:00` (hypothesis/conjecture) sense or the `1:10:03` (opinion/message) sense.
        *   Let's look at the specific Sense Keys provided in the prompt.
        *   Sense 1: `speculation%1:10:03::`.
        *   Sense 2: `speculation%1:09:00::`.
        *   In WordNet, `1:10` is "communication" branch. `1:09` is "cognition" branch.
        *   "The speculation was already that..." refers to the thought content (Cognition).
        *   If the sentence was "He dismissed the speculation as nonsense", it could be a message.
        *   Here, "the speculation was..." acts as the subject followed by a content clause. This structure often favors the Cognition/Hypothesis sense (the idea itself). "The hypothesis was..."
        *   Let's check the synonym list for Sense 1 again: guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise...
        *   Let's check Sense 2 again: conjecture.
        *   Actually, Sense 1 (`1:10:03`) is defined as "a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence".
        *   Sense 2 (`1:09:00`) is defined as "a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing".
        *   In many dictionaries and WordNet usage, the distinction is subtle.
        *   However, let's look at the examples provided in the prompt.
        *   Sense 2 example: "speculations about the outcome of the election". This parallels "speculation ... that they had jumped...".
        *   Sense 1 examples: None provided, but synonyms are listed.
        *   Let's compare "surmise" (Sense 1 synonym) vs "conjecture" (Sense 2 synonym).
        *   "The surmise was that..." vs "The conjecture was that...". Both sound acceptable.
        *   "The guess was that..."
        *   However, looking at standard WSD mapping for this specific lemma in sports contexts (which are often journalistic/reportage style):
        *   The word "speculation" here means an opinion formed based on early signs.
        *   Is it a "message"? The text says "the speculation was already that...". It implies the collective thought/idea present in the room/arena.
        *   Often, the "cognition" sense (Sense 2) is preferred when referring to the *content* of the thought rather than the *act* of communicating it or a specific *utterance*.
        *   BUT, Sense 1 (`1:10`) is often the default for "opinion/view/guess".
        *   Let's check the Sense Index.
        *   `speculation%1:10:03::` (noun.communication): guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, hypothesis.
        *   `speculation%1:09:00::` (noun.cognition): conjecture.
        *   Notice that Sense 1 includes "hypothesis" as a synonym, blurring the line.
        *   Sense 1 is the hypernym of Sense 2 in some versions of WordNet? No.
        *   Sense 1 (message) vs Sense 2 (hypothesis).
        *   In a sentence like "There was speculation that...", it often refers to the act or the content.
        *   Let's look at the "examples" field for Sense 2 again: "speculations about the outcome of the election". This is very close to the context (outcome of a game/match).
        *   Sense 1's definition "message expressing an opinion" makes it sound like a specific statement or report. "His speculation was interesting."
        *   Sense 2's definition "hypothesis formed by speculating..." fits the mental state of the observers.
        *   However, usually, Sense 1 (`1:10:03`) is the most common "general opinion/surmise" sense. The "message" definition in WordNet can be misleading; it often covers "expressed opinions" in a general sense.
        *   Let's reconsider Sense 1 synonyms: "supposition, surmise, surmisal". These are mental states or contents, not just messages. WordNet's synset linking can sometimes make `noun.communication` sets contain words that are `noun.cognition`.
        *   Actually, in WN 3.0, `guess#1, conjecture#1, supposition#1...` are in `noun.cognition`. Wait.
        *   Let's check the Sense keys properly.
        *   `speculation%1:10:03::` maps to Synset `09927838` (noun.communication). Head: `surmise`. Synonyms: `conjecture, guess, hypothesis, supposition, surmisal, surmise`. Wait, if the head is `surmise`, and `surmise` is usually cognition...
        *   Let's look at the structure of the Sense Key `1:10:03`.
        *   `1` = noun. `10` = lexicographer file "noun.communication". `03` = sense number.
        *   So this is the "Communication" file.
        *   `speculation%1:09:00::`. `09` = "noun.cognition".
        *   If the text implies "the idea in people's heads", it's Cognition (`1:09`).
        *   If the text implies "the talk/words being exchanged", it's Communication (`1:10`).
        *   Context: "As Vitora's first four baskets were from the perimeter, the speculation was already that..."
        *   This is a narrative description. "The speculation was already..." implies the atmosphere or the immediate conclusion drawn by those watching. It is abstract. It's not a specific "message" sent by someone.
        *   Therefore, Sense 2 (`noun.cognition`) seems more appropriate for "the hypothesis formed".
        *   Let's check Sense 1 again. "A message expressing an opinion". Does "The speculation was..." fit "The message was..."? "The message was already that they had jumped..."? A bit awkward. "The opinion was already that..."? That works. "The hypothesis was already that..."? That works.
        *   In WordNet, "opinion" is in `noun.cognition` (`05818457`), but "message" is `noun.communication`.
        *   The Sense 1 (`1:10`) is specifically linked to the "communication" file, meaning it emphasizes the *expression* or the *statement*.
        *   The Sense 2 (`1:09`) is linked to the "cognition" file, meaning it emphasizes the *thought/hypothesis*.
        *   Given "the speculation was already that...", this refers to the *content* of the thought/hypothesis regarding the game state.
        *   However, let's look at Sense 1's Synonyms again: "guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, hypothesis".
        *   Let's look at Sense 2's Synonyms: "conjecture".
        *   Sense 1 has a much richer synonym set which often makes it the preferred "default" for general usage in WSD tasks unless the "cognition vs message" distinction is strictly enforced by the context (e.g., "I received a speculation" vs "My speculation is...").
        *   But wait, `speculation%1:10:03::` is the most common mapping for "speculation" in SemCor (approx 50%+). It usually covers "conjecture, surmise".
        *   Let's check the prompt's Sense 1 definition again: "a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence".
        *   And Sense 2: "a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating...".
        *   Often in sports journalism, "speculation" refers to the *talk* surrounding the game. "There is speculation surrounding the coach's job."
        *   Here: "the speculation was already that...". This feels like the *conclusion* (hypothesis).
        *   Let's look closer at the Prompt's examples.
        *   Sense 2 example: "speculations about the outcome of the election".
        *   Context: Basketball game, "hot wrists" (early game state).
        *   The prompt's Sense 2 example is structurally almost identical to the context (outcome of election vs outcome of game/performance).
        *   This suggests Sense 2 is the intended target.
        *   Sense 1 is usually for a specific instance of guessing. "His speculation proved wrong."
        *   Sense 2 is for the concept of the hypothesis.
        *   Let's try to map "The speculation was..." to "The hypothesis was..." (Sense 2) vs "The message was..." (Sense 1).
        *   "The hypothesis was already that..." fits perfectly.
        *   "The message was already that..." fits poorly.
        *   "The opinion was already that..." fits well. Is "opinion" in Sense 1? No, "message expressing an opinion". Is "opinion" in Sense 2? It's a hypothesis.
        *   Let's check if Sense 1 synset `09927838` contains "opinion". No.
        *   Synset for Sense 1 (`1:10:03`) in WN 3.0: `surmise, conjecture, guess, hypothesis, supposition, surmisal, speculation`.
        *   Synset for Sense 2 (`1:09:00`) in WN 3.0: `conjecture, speculation`.
        *   Wait. If Sense 1 contains `hypothesis` and `surmise`, it is the broader set.
        *   Usually, the synset in `noun.communication` (Sense 1) is the "result of communicating a guess".
        *   The synset in `noun.cognition` (Sense 2) is the "act or result of cognitive conjecturing".
        *   In WN 3.0, `speculation` (Sense 2 `1:09`) is defined as "a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing...".
        *   The example for Sense 2 provided in the prompt is "speculations about the outcome...".
        *   The text "the speculation was already that..." matches the structure of the Sense 2 example.
        *   Therefore, I lean towards Sense 2.

    *   Let's double check.
    *   Sense 1 (`1:10:03`) definition: "a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence".
    *   Sense 2 (`1:09:00`) definition: "a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing".
    *   Sentence: "...the speculation was already that they had jumped..."
    *   This is a hypothesis about their state ("hot wrists") based on incomplete evidence ("four baskets").
    *   It fits the definition of Sense 2 better because "hypothesis" is the core concept, not "message".
    *   The "message" aspect (Sense 1) would imply the commentary or the rumor itself as a speech act. While commentary is the medium, the sentence structure "the speculation was that..." identifies the content of the speculation.
    *   The prompt's inclusion of the example "speculations about the outcome of the election" under Sense 2 is the strongest cue. "Outcome of the election" parallels the game context.
    *   Also, Sense 1 has no example in the prompt list, while Sense 2 does, and that example aligns well.

    *   Let's verify Sense 3 and 4 are definitely wrong.
    *   Sense 3 (investment): No financial context.
    *   Sense 4 (meditation): No philosophical/deep contemplation context.
    *   So it's 1 vs 2.
    *   WordNet lexicographer files: `noun.communication` (10) vs `noun.cognition` (09).
    *   If I say "My speculation is that X happened", am I sending a message or stating my hypothesis? Both. But `1:09:00` (cognition) is usually the underlying sense for the *idea*.
    *   However, often `1:10:03` (comm) is annotated in corpora for general "guesses".
    *   Let's look at the synonyms of Sense 1 again: "guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, hypothesis".
    *   And Sense 2: "conjecture".
    *   Why does Sense 1 have "hypothesis" as a synonym?
    *   Because a guess can be called a hypothesis.
    *   The distinction is subtle.
    *   Let's look at the prompt's Sense 1 definition again: "a message expressing an opinion...".
    *   And Sense 2: "a hypothesis that has been formed...".
    *   In the sentence "the speculation was already that...", the word "speculation" is equated to the content clause "that they had jumped...". This content is the hypothesis.
    *   Therefore, Sense 2 is the specific sense for the hypothesis itself.
    *   Sense 1 is the *message* expressing it.
    *   Does the context suggest a message? "The speculation was already that..."
    *   Could you say "The message was already that..."? Not really.
    *   Could you say "The hypothesis was already that..."? Yes.
    *   Could you say "The surmise was already that..."? Yes.
    *   Since "surmise" is in Sense 1, this is the confusing part.
    *   In WordNet 3.0:
        *   Synset `09927838` (Sense 1): `surmise, conjecture, guess, hypothesis, supposition, surmisal, speculation`. Definition: "a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence".
        *   Synset `05818654` (Sense 2): `conjecture, speculation`. Definition: "a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence)".
    *   Note that `hypothesis` is listed as a synonym in Sense 1 (`09927838`). This makes the "message" definition look like a hypernym constraint in the WN hierarchy (message -> opinion -> hypothesis/surmise).
    *   Wait, if `hypothesis` is a synonym in Sense 1, then Sense 1 *is* the hypothesis sense?
    *   Let's trace the hierarchy.
    *   Sense 1 (`09927838`) is in file `noun.communication`.
    *   Sense 2 (`05818654`) is in file `noun.cognition`.
    *   In WordNet, words can be polysemous between cognition and communication (e.g., "idea", "thought").
    *   If Sense 1 lists `hypothesis` as a synonym, it suggests that in Sense 1, the word `hypothesis` is treated as a message type.
    *   If Sense 2 defines it as a hypothesis formed by speculating...
    *   Let's check which one "speculation" falls into most frequently for "speculation about X".
    *   SemCor annotations:
        *   `speculation%1:09:00::` (Sense 2) is often used for "conjecture" type meanings.
        *   `speculation%1:10:03::` (Sense 1) is also used.
    *   Let's rely on the definitions and examples provided in the prompt.
    *   Prompt Sense 2 Example: "speculations about the outcome of the election".
    *   Prompt Context: "the speculation was already that they had jumped..." (about the game/performance).
    *   The structural parallel is strong. Both talk about forming a view on a situation/event based on limited info.
    *   Also, Sense 1 definition "message expressing an opinion" feels slightly too active/speech-act oriented for "The speculation was...". "The message was..." is unnatural. "The speculation (hypothesis) was..." is natural.
    *   Even though Sense 1 has "hypothesis" as a synonym in the list provided in the prompt, the definition "message expressing..." directs the interpretation towards the communication aspect.
    *   Sense 2 definition "hypothesis that has been formed..." directs the interpretation towards the mental construct.
    *   The sentence context "the speculation was already..." describes the mental construct held by the observers ("already" suggests a rapid formation of the hypothesis).
    *   Therefore, Sense 2 is the better fit conceptually, despite the synonym overlap in Sense 1's list.

    *   Let's check Sense 1 synonyms again: "guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, hypothesis".
    *   Let's check Sense 2 synonyms: "conjecture".
    *   If I have to choose between "message expressing an opinion" and "hypothesis formed...", and the sentence is "The speculation was that...", "hypothesis" is the direct noun substitute.
    *   "The message was that..." -> No.
    *   "The hypothesis was that..." -> Yes.
    *   This points to Sense 2.

    *   Also, the example "he dismissed it as mere conjecture" (Sense 2) refers to the *idea* being dismissed.
    *   In the text, the speculation is the idea that they had hot wrists.
    *   Conclusion: Sense 2 is the correct choice.

    *   Sense Index check:
    *   1: `speculation%1:10:03::`
    *   2: `speculation%1:09:00::`
    *   3: `speculation%1:21:00::`
    *   4: `speculation%1:09:01::`
    *   I will return {"sense_index": 2}.

    *   Double check Sense 4: "continuous and profound contemplation". No.
    *   Double check Sense 3: "investment". No.
    *   Comparison 1 vs 2:
        *   Sense 1: "message expressing an opinion".
        *   Sense 2: "hypothesis... formed by speculating".
        *   Context: "the speculation was already that..."
        *   Synonyms of 1 include "surmise". "The surmise was..." is valid.
        *   However, "hypothesis" is also a synonym of 1.
        *   The distinction is Communication vs Cognition.
        *   Is it a message? "The speculation circulated..." (Yes).
        *   Is it a hypothesis? "The speculation proved correct..." (Yes).
        *   "The speculation was already that..." refers to the state of mind/understanding reached by the observers. This is Cognition.
        *   If it were "The commentator's speculation was broadcast...", that would be Communication (Sense 1).
        *   Here, it's an abstract noun: "the [general] speculation".
        *   Abstract nouns for mental states usually fall under Cognition.
        *   Therefore Sense 2.

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