[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: know
Target surface form: known
Context:
They are not accepted everywhere, however. The oldest bell-ringing group in the country, the Ancient Society of College Youths, founded in 1637, remains male-only, a fact that's particularly galling to women because the group is the sole source of ringers for Britain's most prestigious churches, St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. This being Britain, no woman has filed an equal-opportunity suit, but the extent of the problem surfaced this summer in a series of letters to "The Ringing World, "a weekly newspaper for ringers. One writer, signing his letter as "Red-blooded, balanced male, "remarked on the "frequency of women fainting in peals, "and suggested that they "settle back into their traditional role of making tea at meetings. "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never <t>known</t> a lady to faint in the belfry. I have seen one or two men die, bless them.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=know%2:31:01:: | definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | synonyms=cognize, cognise | examples=I know that the President lied to the people; I want to know who is winning the game!
2. sense_key=know%2:31:03:: | definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit; Does your husband know how to cook?
3. sense_key=know%2:31:02:: | definition=be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt | examples=I know that I left the key on the table; Galileo knew that the earth moves around the sun
4. sense_key=know%2:31:00:: | definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer; Do you know my sister?
5. sense_key=know%2:31:04:: | definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | synonyms=experience, live | examples=I know the feeling!; have you ever known hunger?
6. sense_key=know%2:31:06:: | definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | synonyms=acknowledge, recognize, recognise | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne; We do not recognize your gods
7. sense_key=know%2:31:15:: | definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin; This student knows her irregular verbs
8. sense_key=know%2:35:00:: | definition=have sexual intercourse with | synonyms=sleep together, roll in the hay, love, make out, make love, sleep with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm; Adam knew Eve
9. sense_key=know%2:31:11:: | definition=know the nature or character of | examples=we all knew her as a big show-off
10. sense_key=know%2:31:12:: | definition=be able to distinguish, recognize as being different | examples=The child knows right from wrong
11. sense_key=know%2:31:14:: | definition=perceive as familiar | examples=I know this voice!

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 is: "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."
This means "I have never witnessed/experienced a lady fainting in the belfry" or "I have never had personal knowledge of this happening."
Let's look at the senses:
1. be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
4. be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object
5. have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations (synonyms: experience, live)

"I have never known a lady to faint" - implies "I have never experienced/witnessed" or "I have never been aware of a lady fainting".
Wait, "known a lady to faint" fits the pattern of being aware of a fact or having firsthand knowledge of a situation.
Sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations" -> examples: "I know the feeling!"; "have you ever known hunger?"
Sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information" -> "I know that the President lied"
"I have never known a lady to faint" implies "I have never been cognizant/aware of the fact of a lady fainting." It's often used to mean "witnessed" or "experienced" (e.g., "I have never known him to be late" -> I have never witnessed/experienced him being late).
Does sense 1 cover "known someone to do something"? Yes, "to know someone to do something" means to be aware that they do it.
Let's see Sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations"
In "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry", the speaker has 60 years of ringing experience and is talking about her firsthand knowledge/experience of the situation.
Actually, WordNet has "know%2:31:01::" for "I know that the President lied".
But "know someone to do something" is often Sense 1 ("be cognizant or aware of a fact") or Sense 5 ("have firsthand knowledge of states, situations").
Let's consider "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry. I have seen one or two men die..."
The parallel with "I have seen..." suggests firsthand experience, making Sense 5 very strong. "Known" here means "experienced" or "witnessed".
Wait, if I say "I have never known him to lie", does it mean experience or just awareness?
Sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations"
Let's look at sense 1 examples: "I know that the President lied to the people".
Sense 5 examples: "I know the feeling!"; "have you ever known hunger?"
"Known a lady to faint" could be related to Sense 1: possess knowledge or information about a fact. "a lady fainting in the belfry" is a fact/piece of information.
Another possibility: "know%2:31:01::" is the catch-all for "be aware of a fact".
Let's check the definition of Sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about"
Is "a lady to faint" a fact? Yes.
Sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations". Is fainting a state or situation? Yes, "situations". "I have never known a situation where a lady faints..."
Wait, "I have never known him to be late" -> I have never experienced him being late.
Let's think about VerbNet or similar corpora.
In WordNet, "know" in "I have never known a lady to faint" is typically mapped to know%2:31:01:: (be cognizant or aware of a fact).
Wait, sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact..."
Sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations"
Actually, in SemCor, "I have never known him to..." is often sense 1.
Let's look at the use of "know" in "have never known a lady to faint". "I have never experienced a lady fainting."
Let's compare "I have never known a lady to faint" with "have you ever known hunger".
"Have you ever known hunger?" -> experience.
"I have never known a lady to faint" -> To have experienced or witnessed.
Let's look at Sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about"
Sense 1 is the most general cognitive sense.
Let's check if there is a better fit.
What about "I have never known a lady to faint"? It means "I have no knowledge of any lady fainting."
Sense 1 says "be cognizant or aware of a fact...". The fact is "a lady fainting".
Wait, is it Sense 1 or Sense 5?
If someone says "I have never known a lady to faint", they are saying they have never witnessed it, they have no knowledge of it happening.
Often, "know" in this construction (know + object + infinitive) means to be aware of something (Sense 1). For example, "I don't know him to lie." -> I am not aware of the fact that he lies.
Let's check if there is an example in WordNet. Sense 1: "I know that the President lied to the people; I want to know who is winning the game!"
Sense 5: "I know the feeling!; have you ever known hunger?"
If we use Sense 1: be cognizant or aware of a fact. A lady fainting is a fact.
Let's choose 1.

Wait, could it be 5? "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations".
"I have seen one or two men die" suggests firsthand witnessing. "I have never known a lady to faint" -> I have never firsthand known a lady fainting.
However, WordNet's Sense 5 specifically mentions "states, situations, emotions, or sensations". A lady fainting is an event or situation.
But "known someone to do something" is a specific syntactic pattern.
Usually, "I have never known him to do X" means "I have no knowledge/information of him doing X", which fits Sense 1 perfectly ("possess knowledge or information about").

Let's reconsider Sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about"
If I say "I have never known him to lie", it means I am not aware of the fact that he lies. I have no information about him lying.
This perfectly aligns with Sense 1.

Let's double check if there are other options.
Sense 1 is generally the highest frequency for "know" with a clausal complement. "know [that] S", "know [NP to VP]".
In "known a lady to faint", "a lady to faint" is a small clause functioning as the fact/piece of information.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the best fit.

Sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about"

I will output {"sense_index": 1}


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: lady
Target surface form: lady
Context:
They are not accepted everywhere, however. The oldest bell-ringing group in the country, the Ancient Society of College Youths, founded in 1637, remains male-only, a fact that's particularly galling to women because the group is the sole source of ringers for Britain's most prestigious churches, St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. This being Britain, no woman has filed an equal-opportunity suit, but the extent of the problem surfaced this summer in a series of letters to "The Ringing World, "a weekly newspaper for ringers. One writer, signing his letter as "Red-blooded, balanced male, "remarked on the "frequency of women fainting in peals, "and suggested that they "settle back into their traditional role of making tea at meetings. "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a <t>lady</t> to faint in the belfry. I have seen one or two men die, bless them.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=lady%1:18:02:: | definition=a polite name for any woman | examples=a nice lady at the library helped me
2. sense_key=lady%1:18:01:: | definition=a woman of refinement | synonyms=dame, madam, ma'am, gentlewoman | examples=a chauffeur opened the door of the limousine for the grand lady
3. sense_key=lady%1:18:00:: | definition=a woman of the peerage in Britain | synonyms=noblewoman, peeress

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

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
The target word is "lady" in the context: "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."
The speaker is an older woman (60 years of ringing) talking about other women ringers fainting in the belfry.
She uses the word "lady" to mean a woman, possibly in a polite or slightly formal way, common in British English (e.g., "lady ringer").
Sense 1: a polite name for any woman (lady%1:18:02::)
Sense 2: a woman of refinement (lady%1:18:01::)
Sense 3: a woman of the peerage in Britain (lady%1:18:00::)

In this context, "lady" is used to refer to a woman in a polite way, but specifically just any woman, not necessarily a woman of refinement or a peeress. British English often uses "lady" as a polite equivalent to "woman" (e.g., "lady doctor", "lady ringer").
The sentence: "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."
It means "I have never known a woman to faint in the belfry."
Sense 1 matches this perfectly: "a polite name for any woman".

Let's double check Sense 2. "A woman of refinement". While British people might use "lady" to imply refinement, here it is contrasted with men ("I have seen one or two men die"), so it is just referring to female ringers.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the best choice.

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native_finish_reason: stop

provider: Baidu

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[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: belfry
Target surface form: belfry
Context:
They are not accepted everywhere, however. The oldest bell-ringing group in the country, the Ancient Society of College Youths, founded in 1637, remains male-only, a fact that's particularly galling to women because the group is the sole source of ringers for Britain's most prestigious churches, St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. This being Britain, no woman has filed an equal-opportunity suit, but the extent of the problem surfaced this summer in a series of letters to "The Ringing World, "a weekly newspaper for ringers. One writer, signing his letter as "Red-blooded, balanced male, "remarked on the "frequency of women fainting in peals, "and suggested that they "settle back into their traditional role of making tea at meetings. "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the <t>belfry</t>. I have seen one or two men die, bless them.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=belfry%1:06:01:: | definition=a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building | synonyms=campanile
2. sense_key=belfry%1:06:00:: | definition=a room (often at the top of a tower) where bells are hung

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
The context is about bell ringing, and the sentence is "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."

The text discusses women in the belfry during peals (bell ringing sessions). The belfry here refers to the room or area where bells are hung, where ringers stand to ring the bells. Bell ringers ring bells from within the belfry.

Sense 1: a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building (campanile)
Sense 2: a room (often at the top of a tower) where bells are hung

The context is about bell ringers being in the belfry - they are inside the space where bells are hung, ringing them. The "room at the top of a tower where bells are hung" is the appropriate sense here, as the ringers are inside this space.

Also, Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's Cathedral are mentioned - these are large churches with bell towers, but the belfry refers to the room where the bells are and where the ringers stand.

Sense 2 is the best fit.

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: see
Target surface form: seen
Context:
The oldest bell-ringing group in the country, the Ancient Society of College Youths, founded in 1637, remains male-only, a fact that's particularly galling to women because the group is the sole source of ringers for Britain's most prestigious churches, St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. This being Britain, no woman has filed an equal-opportunity suit, but the extent of the problem surfaced this summer in a series of letters to "The Ringing World, "a weekly newspaper for ringers. One writer, signing his letter as "Red-blooded, balanced male, "remarked on the "frequency of women fainting in peals, "and suggested that they "settle back into their traditional role of making tea at meetings. "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry. I have <t>seen</t> one or two men die, bless them.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=see%2:39:00:: | definition=perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight | examples=You have to be a good observer to see all the details; Can you see the bird in that tree?
2. sense_key=see%2:31:01:: | definition=perceive (an idea or situation) mentally | synonyms=understand, realize, realise | examples=Now I see!; I just can't see your point
3. sense_key=see%2:39:02:: | definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | synonyms=witness, find | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices; You'll see a lot of cheating in this school
4. sense_key=see%2:36:00:: | definition=imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind | synonyms=visualize, visualise, envision, project, fancy, figure | examples=I can't see him on horseback!; I can see what will happen
5. sense_key=see%2:31:00:: | definition=deem to be | synonyms=consider, reckon, view, regard | examples=She views this quite differently from me; I consider her to be shallow
6. sense_key=see%2:31:02:: | definition=get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally | synonyms=learn, hear, get word, get wind, pick up, find out | examples=I learned that she has two grown-up children; I see that you have been promoted
7. sense_key=see%2:39:03:: | definition=see or watch | synonyms=watch, view, catch, take in | examples=view a show on television; This program will be seen all over the world
8. sense_key=see%2:38:00:: | definition=come together | synonyms=meet, run into, encounter, run across, come across | examples=I'll probably see you at the meeting; How nice to see you again!
9. sense_key=see%2:32:00:: | definition=find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort | synonyms=determine, check, find out, ascertain, watch, learn | examples=I want to see whether she speaks French; See whether it works
10. sense_key=see%2:31:03:: | definition=be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something | synonyms=check, insure, see to it, ensure, control, ascertain | examples=He verified that the valves were closed; See that the curtains are closed
11. sense_key=see%2:41:11:: | definition=go to see for professional or business reasons | examples=You should see a lawyer; We had to see a psychiatrist
12. sense_key=see%2:41:12:: | definition=go to see for a social visit | examples=I went to see my friend Mary the other day
13. sense_key=see%2:41:10:: | definition=go to see a place, as for entertainment | synonyms=visit | examples=We went to see the Eiffel Tower in the morning
14. sense_key=see%2:41:14:: | definition=take charge of or deal with | synonyms=attend, take care, look | examples=Could you see about lunch?; I must attend to this matter
15. sense_key=see%2:35:09:: | definition=receive as a specified guest | examples=the doctor will see you now; The minister doesn't see anybody before noon
16. sense_key=see%2:41:00:: | definition=date regularly; have a steady relationship with | synonyms=go steady, go out, date | examples=Did you know that she is seeing an older man?; He is dating his former wife again!
17. sense_key=see%2:39:05:: | definition=see and understand, have a good eye | examples=The artist must first learn to see
18. sense_key=see%2:31:08:: | definition=deliberate or decide | examples=See whether you can come tomorrow; let's see--which movie should we see tonight?
19. sense_key=see%2:39:11:: | definition=observe as if with an eye | examples=The camera saw the burglary and recorded it
20. sense_key=see%2:39:13:: | definition=observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect | synonyms=examine | examples=The customs agent examined the baggage; I must see your passport before you can enter the country
21. sense_key=see%2:39:12:: | definition=go or live through | synonyms=experience, go through | examples=We had many trials to go through; he saw action in Viet Nam
22. sense_key=see%2:38:03:: | definition=accompany or escort | synonyms=escort | examples=I'll see you to the door
23. sense_key=see%2:33:00:: | definition=match or meet | examples=I saw the bet of one of my fellow players
24. sense_key=see%2:31:13:: | definition=make sense of; assign a meaning to | synonyms=interpret, construe | examples=What message do you see in this letter?; How do you interpret his behavior?

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 is: "I have seen one or two men die, bless them."

Here, "seen" means to perceive by sight or to witness. The speaker is saying she has witnessed men dying in the belfry during her 60 years of ringing.

Let me look at the candidates:

1. perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
3. perceive or be contemporaneous with (synonyms: witness, find)

Sense 3 seems like a strong fit with "witness" as a synonym - she witnessed men die. But let me think more carefully. "I have seen one or two men die" - this is about perceiving by sight, witnessing the event. Sense 3 says "perceive or be contemporaneous with" with examples like "We found Republicans winning the offices; You'll see a lot of cheating in this school" and synonyms "witness, find."

Sense 1 is more basic - "perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight" with examples "You have to be a good observer to see all the details; Can you see the bird in that tree?"

The context "I have seen one or two men die" - this is about witnessing events happening. Sense 3 with "witness" as a synonym seems most appropriate. She witnessed men dying, she was contemporaneous with that event.

I'll go with sense 3.


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

[User]
Target lemma: man
Target surface form: men
Context:
The oldest bell-ringing group in the country, the Ancient Society of College Youths, founded in 1637, remains male-only, a fact that's particularly galling to women because the group is the sole source of ringers for Britain's most prestigious churches, St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. This being Britain, no woman has filed an equal-opportunity suit, but the extent of the problem surfaced this summer in a series of letters to "The Ringing World, "a weekly newspaper for ringers. One writer, signing his letter as "Red-blooded, balanced male, "remarked on the "frequency of women fainting in peals, "and suggested that they "settle back into their traditional role of making tea at meetings. "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry. I have seen one or two <t>men</t> die, bless them.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=man%1:18:00:: | definition=an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) | synonyms=adult male | examples=there were two women and six men on the bus
2. sense_key=man%1:18:03:: | definition=someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | synonyms=serviceman, military man, military personnel | examples=two men stood sentry duty
3. sense_key=man%1:18:04:: | definition=the generic use of the word to refer to any human being | examples=it was every man for himself
4. sense_key=man%1:05:01:: | definition=any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage | synonyms=homo, human being, human
5. sense_key=man%1:18:08:: | definition=a male subordinate | examples=the chief stationed two men outside the building; he awaited word from his man in Havana
6. sense_key=man%1:18:06:: | definition=an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) | examples=the army will make a man of you
7. sense_key=man%1:18:05:: | definition=a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer | synonyms=valet, valet de chambre, gentleman, gentleman's gentleman | examples=Jeeves was Bertie Wooster's man
8. sense_key=man%1:18:07:: | definition=a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman | examples=she takes good care of her man
9. sense_key=man%1:15:00:: | definition=one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea | synonyms=Isle of Man
10. sense_key=man%1:06:00:: | definition=game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games | synonyms=piece | examples=he taught me to set up the men on the chess board; he sacrificed a piece to get a strategic advantage
11. sense_key=man%1:05:00:: | definition=all of the living human inhabitants of the earth | synonyms=world, human race, humanity, humankind, human beings, humans | examples=all the world loves a lover; she always used `humankind' because `mankind' seemed to slight the women

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 is about a bell-ringing group that is male-only. The letter writer says "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry. I have seen one or two men die, bless them." Here "men" refers to adult male persons, contrasted with "lady" (women). This is sense 1: an adult person who is male.


[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: die
Target surface form: die
Context:
The oldest bell-ringing group in the country, the Ancient Society of College Youths, founded in 1637, remains male-only, a fact that's particularly galling to women because the group is the sole source of ringers for Britain's most prestigious churches, St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. This being Britain, no woman has filed an equal-opportunity suit, but the extent of the problem surfaced this summer in a series of letters to "The Ringing World, "a weekly newspaper for ringers. One writer, signing his letter as "Red-blooded, balanced male, "remarked on the "frequency of women fainting in peals, "and suggested that they "settle back into their traditional role of making tea at meetings. "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry. I have seen one or two men <t>die</t>, bless them.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=die%2:30:00:: | definition=pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life | synonyms=decease, perish, go, exit, pass away, expire | examples=She died from cancer; The children perished in the fire
2. sense_key=die%2:39:00:: | definition=suffer or face the pain of death | examples=Martyrs may die every day for their faith
3. sense_key=die%2:37:00:: | definition=be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame | examples=I was dying with embarrassment when my little lie was discovered; We almost died laughing during the show
4. sense_key=die%2:30:04:: | definition=stop operating or functioning | synonyms=fail, go bad, give way, give out, conk out, go | examples=The engine finally went; The car died on the road
5. sense_key=die%2:37:03:: | definition=feel indifferent towards | examples=She died to worldly things and eventually entered a monastery
6. sense_key=die%2:37:01:: | definition=languish as with love or desire | examples=She dying for a cigarette; I was dying to leave
7. sense_key=die%2:35:00:: | definition=cut or shape with a die | synonyms=die out | examples=Die out leather for belts
8. sense_key=die%2:33:00:: | definition=to be on base at the end of an inning, of a player
9. sense_key=die%2:30:05:: | definition=lose sparkle or bouquet | synonyms=pall, become flat | examples=wine and beer can pall
10. sense_key=die%2:30:01:: | definition=disappear or come to an end | examples=Their anger died; My secret will die with me!
11. sense_key=die%2:30:02:: | definition=suffer spiritual death; be damned (in the religious sense) | examples=Whosoever..believes in me shall never die

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 is about bell ringing, and the sentence is: "I have seen one or two men die, bless them."

Here, "die" is used in the literal sense of passing from physical life. The woman ringer is saying that in her 60 years of ringing, she has never seen a lady faint in the belfry, but she has seen one or two men die (literally pass away), bless them.

This is clearly sense 1: "pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life" with synonyms like decease, perish, pass away, expire.

The phrase "bless them" further confirms this is about actual death - it's a common expression of sympathy/remembrance for someone who has died.


[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: medical
Target surface form: Medical
Context:
<t>Medical</t> scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=medical%3:01:00:: | definition=relating to the study or practice of medicine | examples=the medical profession; a medical student
2. sense_key=medical%3:00:00:: | definition=requiring or amenable to treatment by medicine especially as opposed to surgery | examples=medical treatment; pneumonia is a medical disease
3. sense_key=medical%3:01:02:: | definition=of or belonging to Aesculapius or the healing art | synonyms=aesculapian

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 "Medical" in the context "Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes..."

Here, "Medical" modifies "scientists," referring to scientists who study medicine or work in the field of medicine. This relates to the study or practice of medicine.

Sense 1: "relating to the study or practice of medicine" with examples "the medical profession; a medical student" - this fits "medical scientists" well, as they are scientists related to the study or practice of medicine.

Sense 2: "requiring or amenable to treatment by medicine especially as opposed to surgery" - this doesn't fit because it's about conditions requiring treatment, not about scientists.

Sense 3: "of or belonging to Aesculapius or the healing art" with synonym "aesculapian" - this is a more poetic/archaic sense referring to the healing art. While it could technically apply, sense 1 is more directly applicable and commonly used.

The best sense is sense 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: start
Target surface form: starting
Context:
Medical scientists are <t>starting</t> to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=start%2:30:00:: | definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | synonyms=get down, begin, get, start out, set about, set out | examples=We began working at dawn; Who will start?
2. sense_key=start%2:30:01:: | definition=set in motion, cause to start | synonyms=begin, lead off, commence | examples=The U.S. started a war in the Middle East; The Iraqis began hostilities
3. sense_key=start%2:38:02:: | definition=leave | synonyms=depart, part, start out, set forth, set off, set out | examples=The family took off for Florida
4. sense_key=start%2:42:00:: | definition=have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | synonyms=begin | examples=The DMZ begins right over the hill; The second movement begins after the Allegro
5. sense_key=start%2:36:00:: | definition=bring into being | synonyms=originate, initiate | examples=He initiated a new program; Start a foundation
6. sense_key=start%2:36:01:: | definition=get off the ground | synonyms=start up, embark on, commence | examples=Who started this company?; We embarked on an exciting enterprise
7. sense_key=start%2:38:04:: | definition=move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm | synonyms=startle, jump | examples=She startled when I walked into the room
8. sense_key=start%2:38:01:: | definition=get going or set in motion | synonyms=start up | examples=We simply could not start the engine; start up the computer
9. sense_key=start%2:38:00:: | definition=begin or set in motion | synonyms=go, get going | examples=I start at eight in the morning; Ready, set, go!
10. sense_key=start%2:41:00:: | definition=begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job | synonyms=take up | examples=Take up a position; start a new job
11. sense_key=start%2:33:00:: | definition=play in the starting lineup
12. sense_key=start%2:42:03:: | definition=have a beginning characterized in some specified way | synonyms=begin | examples=The novel begins with a murder; My property begins with the three maple trees
13. sense_key=start%2:41:04:: | definition=begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object | synonyms=begin | examples=begin a cigar; She started the soup while it was still hot
14. sense_key=start%2:38:03:: | definition=bulge outward | synonyms=protrude, pop, pop out, bulge, bulge out, bug out | examples=His eyes popped

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 is: "Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes..."
Here, "starting" means beginning to do something, taking the first steps in carrying out an action.
Sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - synonyms: get down, begin, get, start out, set about, set out. Examples: "We began working at dawn", "Who will start?". This fits perfectly with "starting to uncover".
Sense 2: "set in motion, cause to start"
Sense 3: "leave"
Sense 4: "have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense"
Sense 5: "bring into being"
Sense 6: "get off the ground"
Sense 7: "move or jump suddenly"
Sense 8: "get going or set in motion"
Sense 9: "begin or set in motion"
Sense 10: "begin work or acting in a certain capacity"
Sense 11: "play in the starting lineup"
Sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way"
Sense 13: "begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object"
Sense 14: "bulge outward"

The context "starting to uncover" means they are beginning the action of uncovering. So Sense 1 is the best match.


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

[User]
Target lemma: handful
Target surface form: handful
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a <t>handful</t> of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=handful%1:23:01:: | definition=a small number or amount | synonyms=smattering | examples=only a handful of responses were received
2. sense_key=handful%1:23:00:: | definition=the quantity that can be held in the hand | synonyms=fistful

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 says "a handful of genes" meaning a small number of genes. This is sense 1 (a small number or amount), not sense 2 (the quantity that can be held in the hand, like a fistful).


[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: damaged
Target surface form: damaged
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if <t>damaged</t>, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=damaged%3:00:00:: | definition=harmed or injured or spoiled | examples=I won't buy damaged goods; the storm left a wake of badly damaged buildings
2. sense_key=damaged%5:00:00:disreputable:00 | definition=being unjustly brought into disrepute | synonyms=discredited | examples=a discredited politician; her damaged reputation

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 is about medical scientists uncovering genes which, if damaged, unleash chaotic growth of cells characterizing cancer.

Sense 1: harmed or injured or spoiled. Examples: damaged goods, damaged buildings.
Sense 2: being unjustly brought into disrepute. Examples: damaged reputation.

Genes being damaged refers to physical or functional harm to the genes, not reputation. So sense 1 is the best choice.

provider: Parasail


[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: unleash
Target surface form: unleash
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, <t>unleash</t> the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=unleash%2:35:00:: | definition=release or vent | examples=unleash one's anger
2. sense_key=unleash%2:35:01:: | definition=release from a leash | examples=unleash the dogs in the park
3. sense_key=unleash%2:35:02:: | definition=turn loose or free from restraint | synonyms=let loose, loose | examples=let loose mines; Loose terrible plagues upon humanity

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 "unleash" in the context: "genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer."

Let me analyze the three senses:

1. sense_key=unleash%2:35:00:: | definition=release or vent | examples=unleash one's anger
2. sense_key=unleash%2:35:01:: | definition=release from a leash | examples=unleash the dogs in the park
3. sense_key=unleash%2:35:02:: | definition=turn loose or free from restraint | synonyms=let loose, loose | examples=let loose mines; Loose terrible plagues upon humanity

Sense 2 is about literally unleashing from a physical leash - doesn't fit here.

Sense 1 is about releasing or venting, with the example "unleash one's anger" - this is about releasing emotions.

Sense 3 is about turning loose or freeing from restraint, with examples like "Loose terrible plagues upon humanity" - this is about releasing something destructive.

In the context, damaged genes "unleash the chaotic growth of cells" - this is about freeing/releasing something from restraint (the genes normally restrain cell growth, and when damaged, they unleash chaotic growth). The example "Loose terrible plagues upon humanity" is very similar in structure to "unleash the chaotic growth of cells" - both involve releasing something destructive.

Sense 3 seems to be the best fit because it's about freeing from restraint, and the example about loosing plagues is very similar to unleashing chaotic cell growth.


[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: chaotic
Target surface form: chaotic
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the <t>chaotic</t> growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chaotic%5:00:00:disorganized:00 | definition=lacking a visible order or organization | synonyms=helter-skelter
2. sense_key=chaotic%5:00:00:wild:02 | definition=completely unordered and unpredictable and confusing | synonyms=disorderly
3. sense_key=chaotic%3:01:00:: | definition=of or relating to a sensitive dependence on initial conditions

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 "chaotic" in the context: "unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer."
Sense 1: lacking a visible order or organization (synonyms: helter-skelter)
Sense 2: completely unordered and unpredictable and confusing (synonyms: disorderly)
Sense 3: of or relating to a sensitive dependence on initial conditions (mathematical/scientific chaos theory sense)

In the context of cancer cell growth, "chaotic" refers to growth that is uncontrolled, disorderly, and unpredictable. This aligns with sense 2 (completely unordered and unpredictable and confusing). However, sense 1 (lacking a visible order or organization) could also fit. But "chaotic growth" implies unpredictability and disorder, which fits sense 2 better with "unpredictable."

Actually, looking at this more carefully: cancer growth is uncontrolled and disordered. Sense 2 includes "unpredictable" which fits the idea of chaotic cell growth well. Sense 1 is more about lacking visible organization (helter-skelter). Sense 2 emphasizes "completely unordered and unpredictable" which better captures the medical/scientific usage here.

Sense 3 is about chaos theory (mathematical), which doesn't fit here.

I'll go with sense 2.


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

[User]
Target lemma: growth
Target surface form: growth
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic <t>growth</t> of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=growth%1:22:00:: | definition=(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level | synonyms=growing, maturation, development, ontogeny, ontogenesis | examples=he proposed an indicator of osseous development in children
2. sense_key=growth%1:22:01:: | definition=a progression from simpler to more complex forms | examples=the growth of culture
3. sense_key=growth%1:22:02:: | definition=a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important | synonyms=increase, increment | examples=the increase in unemployment; the growth of population
4. sense_key=growth%1:14:00:: | definition=vegetation that has grown | examples=a growth of trees; the only growth was some salt grass
5. sense_key=growth%1:11:01:: | definition=the gradual beginning or coming forth | synonyms=emergence, outgrowth | examples=figurines presage the emergence of sculpture in Greece
6. sense_key=growth%1:26:00:: | definition=(pathology) an abnormal proliferation of tissue (as in a tumor)
7. sense_key=growth%1:17:00:: | definition=something grown or growing | examples=a growth of hair

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 is about "chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer." This refers to the uncontrolled, abnormal proliferation of cells, which is pathology-related. Sense 6 is "(pathology) an abnormal proliferation of tissue (as in a tumor)" which fits perfectly.

The answer is sense_index 6.


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

[User]
Target lemma: cell
Target surface form: cells
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of <t>cells</t> that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=cell%1:06:03:: | definition=any small compartment | examples=the cells of a honeycomb
2. sense_key=cell%1:03:00:: | definition=(biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms; they may exist as independent units of life (as in monads) or may form colonies or tissues as in higher plants and animals
3. sense_key=cell%1:06:00:: | definition=a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction | synonyms=electric cell
4. sense_key=cell%1:14:00:: | definition=a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement | synonyms=cadre
5. sense_key=cell%1:06:04:: | definition=a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver | synonyms=cellular telephone, cellular phone, cellphone, mobile phone
6. sense_key=cell%1:06:02:: | definition=small room in which a monk or nun lives | synonyms=cubicle
7. sense_key=cell%1:06:01:: | definition=a room where a prisoner is kept | synonyms=jail cell, prison cell

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 is about "Medical scientists," "genes," "damaged," "growth of cells," "cancer."
This points to the biological definition of cells.
Sense 2: "(biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms..." fits perfectly.


[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: characterize
Target surface form: characterizes
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that <t>characterizes</t> cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=characterize%2:32:00:: | definition=describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of | synonyms=qualify, characterise | examples=You can characterize his behavior as that of an egotist; This poem can be characterized as a lament for a dead lover
2. sense_key=characterize%2:42:01:: | definition=be characteristic of | synonyms=characterise | examples=What characterizes a Venetian painting?

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 "characterizes" is used in the context: "the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer."

Here, "characterizes" means "be characteristic of" — the chaotic growth of cells is a defining/characteristic feature of cancer. This matches sense 2: "be characteristic of."

Sense 1 is about describing or portraying character/qualities (e.g., "You can characterize his behavior as..."), which is more about actively describing something.

Sense 2 fits better: the chaotic growth of cells is what characterizes (is characteristic of) cancer.


[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: cancer
Target surface form: cancer
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes <t>cancer</t>. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=cancer%1:26:00:: | definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream | synonyms=malignant neoplastic disease
2. sense_key=cancer%1:18:00:: | definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer | synonyms=Crab
3. sense_key=cancer%1:17:00:: | definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. sense_key=cancer%1:15:00:: | definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22 | synonyms=Cancer the Crab, Crab
5. sense_key=cancer%1:05:00:: | definition=type genus of the family Cancridae | synonyms=genus Cancer

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 discusses medical scientists, genes, damaged cells, chaotic growth of cells, and how cancer develops. This clearly refers to the disease.

Sense 1: malignant neoplastic disease - matches the medical context.
Sense 2: astrology person
Sense 3: constellation
Sense 4: zodiac sign
Sense 5: genus

The best sense is 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: say
Target surface form: say
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists <t>say</t> the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops. An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=say%2:32:00:: | definition=express in words | synonyms=state, tell | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her; tell me what is bothering you
2. sense_key=say%2:32:01:: | definition=report or maintain | synonyms=allege, aver | examples=He alleged that he was the victim of a crime; He said it was too late to intervene in the war
3. sense_key=say%2:32:03:: | definition=express a supposition | synonyms=suppose | examples=Let us say that he did not tell the truth; Let's say you had a lot of money--what would you do?
4. sense_key=say%2:42:00:: | definition=have or contain a certain wording or form | synonyms=read | examples=The passage reads as follows; What does the law say?
5. sense_key=say%2:32:04:: | definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | synonyms=order, tell, enjoin | examples=I said to him to go home; She ordered him to do the shopping
6. sense_key=say%2:32:02:: | definition=speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way | synonyms=pronounce, articulate, enounce, sound out, enunciate | examples=She pronounces French words in a funny way; I cannot say `zip wire'
7. sense_key=say%2:32:07:: | definition=communicate or express nonverbally | examples=What does this painting say?; Did his face say anything about how he felt?
8. sense_key=say%2:32:15:: | definition=utter aloud | examples=She said `Hello' to everyone in the office
9. sense_key=say%2:32:13:: | definition=state as one's opinion or judgement; declare | examples=I say let's forget this whole business
10. sense_key=say%2:32:08:: | definition=recite or repeat a fixed text | examples=Say grace; She said her `Hail Mary'
11. sense_key=say%2:32:09:: | definition=indicate | examples=The clock says noon

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 "say" in the context: "Scientists <t>say</t> the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops."

Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. express in words - "He said that he wanted to marry her"
2. report or maintain - "He said it was too late to intervene in the war"
3. express a supposition - "Let us say that he did not tell the truth"
4. have or contain a certain wording or form - "What does the law say?"
5. give instructions - "I said to him to go home"
6. pronounce or utter - "She pronounces French words"
7. communicate nonverbally - "What does this painting say?"
8. utter aloud - "She said 'Hello'"
9. state as one's opinion or judgement - "I say let's forget this whole business"
10. recite or repeat - "Say grace"
11. indicate - "The clock says noon"

The context is "Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops."

This is scientists reporting or maintaining something based on their findings. They are stating a fact or conclusion based on evidence.

Sense 1 (express in words) is very general.
Sense 2 (report or maintain) with example "He said it was too late to intervene in the war" fits well because scientists are reporting/maintaining a claim about the discovery.

Actually, looking more carefully:
- Sense 1 is "express in words" with examples like "He said that he wanted to marry her; tell me what is bothering you" - this is a general expressing in words
- Sense 2 is "report or maintain" with synonyms "allege, aver" and examples "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime; He said it was too late to intervene in the war" - this involves reporting or maintaining something, often as a claim or assertion

"Scientists say the discovery..." - scientists are reporting or maintaining that the discovery is painting a new picture. This is them making a claim/report based on their research.

I think sense 2 is the best fit because:
- "Scientists say" here means they are reporting/maintaining a claim
- The synonym "allege" and the example "He said it was too late to intervene in the war" match the tone of reporting/asserting a claim
- Sense 1 is more general "express in words"

Actually, let me reconsider. Sense 1 is "express in words" which is the most common, general use of "say" when someone states something. "Scientists say the discovery..." is them expressing in words what they believe based on evidence.

Sense 2 "report or maintain" has a slightly different connotation - it's more about asserting a claim, possibly one that could be disputed. The synonym "allege" suggests this.

In journalistic or scientific writing, "Scientists say X" typically means they are reporting/maintaining/stating a finding. This could be either sense 1 or sense 2.

Let me look at the examples more carefully:
- Sense 1: "He said that he wanted to marry her" - direct statement of personal desire
- Sense 2: "He said it was too late to intervene in the war" - reporting/maintaining a claim about a situation

"Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture" - This is scientists reporting/maintaining a claim about what the discovery means. It's a claim about the state of affairs, similar to "He said it was too late to intervene in the war."

I think sense 2 (report or maintain) is the best fit here, as scientists are reporting or maintaining a claim based on their findings.

Wait, but I should also consider sense 9: "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" with example "I say let's forget this whole business" - this is about stating an opinion. Scientists saying the discovery is painting a new picture could be seen as them stating their opinion/judgment.

But I think sense 2 is better because:
1. "Scientists say" is a common journalistic construction meaning "report/maintain"
2. The content is a claim about the significance of a discovery, which is more of a report/maintenance than a mere opinion
3. The synonym "aver" (to declare positively) fits well

Let me reconsider sense 1 vs sense 2 one more time:
- Sense 1: express in words - very general, just verbalizing
- Sense 2: report or maintain - asserting a claim, often based on some evidence or belief

"Scientists say the discovery... is painting a new and startling picture" - This is scientists maintaining/reporting a claim about the significance of the discovery. Sense 2 seems most appropriate.

Actually, I want to reconsider again. In WordNet, the distinction between these senses can be subtle. Sense 1 is the most basic, general sense of "say" meaning to express something in words. Sense 2 specifically involves "report or maintain" with a connotation of asserting a claim.

"Scientists say the discovery..." - In this context, scientists are reporting their findings and maintaining a claim about what those findings mean. This aligns well with sense 2.

I'll go with sense 2.


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

[User]
Target lemma: discovery
Target surface form: discovery
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the <t>discovery</t> of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops. An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=discovery%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of discovering something | synonyms=find, uncovering
2. sense_key=discovery%1:10:00:: | definition=something that is discovered
3. sense_key=discovery%1:09:00:: | definition=a productive insight | synonyms=breakthrough, find
4. sense_key=discovery%1:10:01:: | definition=(law) compulsory pretrial disclosure of documents relevant to a case; enables one side in a litigation to elicit information from the other side concerning the facts in the case

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 says "the discovery of these genes in recent months." This refers to the act of discovering the genes, or possibly the thing discovered. Let me think carefully.

"Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops."

The "discovery of these genes" — this could be either the act of discovering them or the thing that was discovered. But "discovery of these genes in recent months" — the phrase "in recent months" suggests a temporal aspect, which points more toward the act of discovering (an event that happened in recent months) rather than the thing discovered.

Sense 1: the act of discovering something | synonyms=find, uncovering
Sense 2: something that is discovered

The phrase "the discovery of these genes in recent months" describes the event/act of discovering the genes that took place in recent months. This aligns with sense 1.

However, one could argue that "discovery" here refers to the finding itself — the new knowledge gained. But "in recent months" strongly suggests the act/event.

Actually, looking more carefully: "the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture." The subject "the discovery" is what's painting the picture. The discovery (the act or the result) is leading to new understanding.

Sense 3 (breakthrough, find) — "a productive insight" — this could also fit since it's a significant scientific finding. But the context seems more about the act/event of discovery rather than a breakthrough insight.

Let me reconsider. "The discovery of these genes" — in scientific contexts, "discovery" often refers to the finding itself (the thing discovered or the act). The temporal marker "in recent months" suggests an event.

I'll go with sense 1: the act of discovering something.


[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: recent
Target surface form: recent
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in <t>recent</t> months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops. An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=recent%5:00:00:new:00 | definition=new | examples=recent graduates; a recent addition to the house
2. sense_key=recent%5:00:00:past:00 | definition=of the immediate past or just previous to the present time | synonyms=late | examples=a late development; their late quarrel

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 "recent" in the context: "Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops."

Candidate senses:
1. recent%5:00:00:new:00 | definition=new | examples=recent graduates; a recent addition to the house
2. recent%5:00:00:past:00 | definition=of the immediate past or just previous to the present time | synonyms=late | examples=a late development; their late quarrel

The context is "in recent months". This refers to the immediate past, just previous to the present time.

Sense 1 emphasizes "new" - examples are "recent graduates" (newly graduated) and "a recent addition to the house" (newly added).
Sense 2 emphasizes "of the immediate past or just previous to the present time" - synonym "late" - examples "a late development" and "their late quarrel".

"Recent months" refers to the months just before now, the immediate past. This fits sense 2 better, which is about the immediate past or just previous to the present time. The synonym "late" also aligns with "recent months" (e.g., "of late" meaning recently).

Sense 1 is more about something being new (newly existing, newly added). While the discoveries are new, "recent months" specifically refers to a time period in the immediate past. The phrase "in recent months" means "in the months just before now" which matches sense 2's definition "of the immediate past or just previous to the present time."

So the answer is sense_index 2.

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[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: month
Target surface form: months
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent <t>months</t> is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops. An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=month%1:28:01:: | definition=one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year | synonyms=calendar month | examples=he paid the bill last month
2. sense_key=month%1:28:00:: | definition=a time unit of approximately 30 days | examples=he was given a month to pay the bill

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 "months" in the context "recent months".
Sense 1: calendar month, one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year (e.g., "he paid the bill last month")
Sense 2: a time unit of approximately 30 days (e.g., "he was given a month to pay the bill")

"Recent months" refers to a period of time measured in calendar months, i.e., the divisions of the calendar year. "In recent months" fits the definition of "one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year" (Sense 1) because it refers to specific recent calendar months (like the past few months in the year), rather than just a duration of ~30 days (Sense 2). Let me double check.

Wait, "recent months" usually refers to calendar months. "in recent months" = in recent calendar divisions.
Also, sense 1 has the synonym "calendar month", which is often used in the plural "months" to refer to recent calendar periods.
"in recent months" -> Sense 1.

Let's check the examples.
Sense 1: "he paid the bill last month" -> last month = calendar month.
Sense 2: "he was given a month to pay the bill" -> a period of ~30 days.

"In recent months" means the recent divisions of the calendar. So Sense 1 is appropriate.
I will choose sense_index 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: new
Target surface form: new
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a <t>new</t> and startling picture of how cancer develops. An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=new%3:00:00:: | definition=not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered | examples=a new law; new cars
2. sense_key=new%5:00:00:original:00 | definition=original and of a kind not seen before | synonyms=fresh, novel | examples=the computer produced a completely novel proof of a well-known theorem
3. sense_key=new%5:00:00:inexperienced:00 | definition=lacking training or experience | synonyms=raw | examples=the new men were eager to fight; raw recruits
4. sense_key=new%5:00:00:unprecedented:00 | definition=having no previous example or precedent or parallel | synonyms=unexampled | examples=a time of unexampled prosperity
5. sense_key=new%5:00:00:other:00 | definition=other than the former one(s); different | examples=they now have a new leaders; my new car is four years old but has only 15,000 miles on it
6. sense_key=new%3:00:09:: | definition=unaffected by use or exposure | examples=it looks like new
7. sense_key=new%5:00:02:original:00 | definition=(of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new | synonyms=newfangled | examples=newfangled ideas; she buys all these new-fangled machines and never uses them
8. sense_key=new%5:00:02:late:01 | definition=in use after medieval times | examples=New Eqyptian was the language of the 18th to 21st dynasties
9. sense_key=new%5:00:01:late:01 | definition=used of a living language; being the current stage in its development | synonyms=Modern | examples=Modern English; New Hebrew is Israeli Hebrew
10. sense_key=new%5:00:00:early:02 | definition=(of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | synonyms=young | examples=new potatoes; young corn
11. sense_key=new%5:00:00:unaccustomed:00 | definition=unfamiliar | examples=new experiences; experiences new to him

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 is: "Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops."
The target word is "new" modifying "picture".
The phrase "new and startling picture" refers to a picture that is original and not seen before.
Let's look at the candidate senses:
1. not of long duration; having just come into being or been made or acquired or discovered - Examples: a new law; new cars
2. original and of a kind not seen before - Synonyms: fresh, novel - Examples: the computer produced a completely novel proof of a well-known theorem
3. lacking training or experience
4. having no previous example or precedent or parallel
5. other than the former one(s); different
6. unaffected by use or exposure
7. (of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new
8. in use after medieval times
9. used of a living language
10. (of crops) harvested at an early stage
11. unfamiliar

The "new picture" implies a novel way of seeing cancer development, something "original and of a kind not seen before" (Sense 2) or "having no previous example" (Sense 4) or "unfamiliar" (Sense 11). But "novel" and "original" fits the idea of a "new picture" of how cancer develops. "Painting a new and startling picture" aligns well with "completely novel proof" or "original and of a kind not seen before" (Sense 2). Wait, Sense 2 is "original and of a kind not seen before | synonyms=fresh, novel". This seems to be exactly the intended meaning. "Novel" is a synonym.

Let's consider Sense 4: "having no previous example or precedent or parallel". "A new picture" doesn't necessarily mean *no* parallel, but just a different, novel understanding.
Sense 2 seems very appropriate. "Painting a new and startling picture" -> an original, novel picture.

Let's double check Sense 2: "original and of a kind not seen before". This matches "novel".
Let's consider Sense 11: "unfamiliar".
"Painting a new picture" is a common idiom for describing a novel understanding or perspective.
I will bet on Sense 2.


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

[User]
Target lemma: cancer
Target surface form: cancer
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how <t>cancer</t> develops. An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=cancer%1:26:00:: | definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream | synonyms=malignant neoplastic disease
2. sense_key=cancer%1:18:00:: | definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer | synonyms=Crab
3. sense_key=cancer%1:17:00:: | definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. sense_key=cancer%1:15:00:: | definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22 | synonyms=Cancer the Crab, Crab
5. sense_key=cancer%1:05:00:: | definition=type genus of the family Cancridae | synonyms=genus Cancer

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 is clearly about the medical disease cancer - malignant growth, uncontrolled cell division, genes, treatment, prevention.


[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: develop
Target surface form: develops
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer <t>develops</t>. An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=develop%2:36:01:: | definition=make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation | examples=Her company developed a new kind of building material that withstands all kinds of weather; They developed a new technique
2. sense_key=develop%2:36:00:: | definition=work out | synonyms=evolve, germinate | examples=We have developed a new theory of evolution
3. sense_key=develop%2:30:06:: | definition=gain through experience | synonyms=acquire, evolve | examples=I acquired a strong aversion to television; Children must develop a sense of right and wrong
4. sense_key=develop%2:29:00:: | definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | synonyms=grow, produce, get, acquire | examples=He grew a beard; The patient developed abdominal pains
5. sense_key=develop%2:42:00:: | definition=come into existence; take on form or shape | synonyms=originate, arise, rise, uprise, spring up, grow | examples=A new religious movement originated in that country; a love that sprang up from friendship
6. sense_key=develop%2:30:04:: | definition=change the use of and make available or usable | synonyms=build up | examples=develop land; The country developed its natural resources
7. sense_key=develop%2:32:00:: | definition=elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses | synonyms=explicate, formulate | examples=Could you develop the ideas in your thesis
8. sense_key=develop%2:31:00:: | definition=create by training and teaching | synonyms=train, prepare, educate | examples=The old master is training world-class violinists; we develop the leaders for the future
9. sense_key=develop%2:30:05:: | definition=be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest | examples=The plot developed slowly
10. sense_key=develop%2:30:00:: | definition=grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment | examples=A flower developed on the branch; The country developed into a mighty superpower
11. sense_key=develop%2:30:09:: | definition=become technologically advanced | synonyms=modernize, modernise | examples=Many countries in Asia are now developing at a very fast pace; Viet Nam is modernizing rapidly
12. sense_key=develop%2:30:01:: | definition=cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development | synonyms=make grow | examples=The perfect climate here develops the grain; He developed a new kind of apple
13. sense_key=develop%2:36:09:: | definition=generate gradually | examples=We must develop more potential customers; develop a market for the new mobile phone
14. sense_key=develop%2:30:10:: | definition=grow emotionally or mature | synonyms=grow | examples=The child developed beautifully in her new kindergarten; When he spent a summer at camp, the boy grew noticeably and no longer showed some of his old adolescent behavior
15. sense_key=develop%2:39:00:: | definition=make visible by means of chemical solutions | examples=Please develop this roll of film for me
16. sense_key=develop%2:35:04:: | definition=superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry
17. sense_key=develop%2:33:03:: | definition=move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions | examples=Spassky developed quickly
18. sense_key=develop%2:33:02:: | definition=move into a strategically more advantageous position | examples=develop the rook
19. sense_key=develop%2:30:13:: | definition=elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme | examples=develop the melody and change the key
20. sense_key=develop%2:30:03:: | definition=happen | synonyms=break, recrudesce | examples=Report the news as it develops; These political movements recrudesce from time to time
21. sense_key=develop%2:30:12:: | definition=expand in the form of a series | examples=Develop the function in the following form

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 "develops" in the context: "Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops."

Cancer develops means cancer comes into existence, originates, grows, or unfolds through a process.
Let's evaluate the senses.
Sense 5: "come into existence; take on form or shape" (synonyms=originate, arise, rise, uprise, spring up, grow). Examples: "A new religious movement originated in that country"; "a love that sprang up from friendship".
Sense 10: "grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment". Examples: "A flower developed on the branch"; "The country developed into a mighty superpower".
Sense 20: "happen" (synonyms=break, recrudesce). Examples: "Report the news as it develops".

Cancer develops: It's about how the disease starts and grows. "How cancer develops" means how it comes into being, how it unfolds/progresses.
Let's look at Sense 10: "grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment". Cancer developing fits this biological growth perfectly.
Let's look at Sense 5: "come into existence; take on form or shape".
"How cancer develops" is a common phrase referring to the biological process of its growth and progression. Sense 10 includes "natural growth, differentiation", which perfectly matches the biological context of cancer.

Let's check the synonyms and examples for Sense 10. "A flower developed on the branch." "The country developed into a mighty superpower."
In WordNet 3.0:
develop%2:30:00:: "grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment"
develop%2:42:00:: "come into existence; take on form or shape"

"How cancer develops" aligns perfectly with Sense 10, which is an intransitive use meaning to grow or unfold naturally.
I will choose Sense 10.


[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: understanding
Target surface form: understanding
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops. An emerging <t>understanding</t> of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention. That is for the future.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=understanding%1:09:01:: | definition=the cognitive condition of someone who understands | synonyms=apprehension, discernment, savvy | examples=he has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect
2. sense_key=understanding%1:10:00:: | definition=the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises | synonyms=agreement | examples=they had an agreement that they would not interfere in each other's business; there was an understanding between management and the workers
3. sense_key=understanding%1:09:03:: | definition=an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion | synonyms=sympathy | examples=his sympathies were always with the underdog; I knew I could count on his understanding
4. sense_key=understanding%1:09:00:: | definition=the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination | synonyms=reason, intellect | examples=we are told that man is endowed with reason and capable of distinguishing good from evil

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 is about medical scientists uncovering genes and gaining knowledge about how cancer develops. "An emerging understanding of the genes" refers to the cognitive condition of comprehending how these genes work.

Sense 1: "the cognitive condition of someone who understands" - this fits well. "An emerging understanding" means an emerging comprehension/knowledge of the genes.

Sense 4: "the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination" - this is about the faculty of reason, not a body of knowledge.

Sense 1 is the best fit.


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

[User]
Target lemma: expect
Target surface form: expected
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops. An emerging understanding of the genes is <t>expected</t> to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention. That is for the future.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=expect%2:31:00:: | definition=regard something as probable or likely | synonyms=anticipate | examples=The meteorologists are expecting rain for tomorrow
2. sense_key=expect%2:32:00:: | definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | synonyms=ask, require | examples=We require our secretary to be on time; Aren't we asking too much of these children?
3. sense_key=expect%2:31:01:: | definition=look forward to the probable occurrence of | synonyms=look, await, wait | examples=We were expecting a visit from our relatives; She is looking to a promotion
4. sense_key=expect%2:31:05:: | definition=consider reasonable or due | examples=I'm expecting a full explanation as to why these files were destroyed
5. sense_key=expect%2:29:02:: | definition=look forward to the birth of a child | examples=She is expecting in March
6. sense_key=expect%2:29:00:: | definition=be pregnant with | synonyms=have a bun in the oven, bear, carry, gestate | examples=She is bearing his child; The are expecting another child in January

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 is: "An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention."

This is an impersonal/probabilistic use: "X is expected to Y" meaning people regard X producing Y as probable or likely.
Sense 1: "regard something as probable or likely" - examples "The meteorologists are expecting rain for tomorrow". This fits the "is expected to" construction.
Sense 3: "look forward to the probable occurrence of" - examples "We were expecting a visit from our relatives". This is more about anticipation by a specific person.
Sense 2: "consider obligatory" - no.
Sense 4: "consider reasonable or due" - no.
Sense 5/6: pregnancy - no.

So sense 1 is the best fit.


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

[User]
Target lemma: produce
Target surface form: produce
Context:
Medical scientists are starting to uncover a handful of genes which, if damaged, unleash the chaotic growth of cells that characterizes cancer. Scientists say the discovery of these genes in recent months is painting a new and startling picture of how cancer develops. An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to <t>produce</t> an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention. That is for the future.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=produce%2:36:02:: | definition=bring forth or yield | synonyms=bring forth | examples=The tree would not produce fruit
2. sense_key=produce%2:36:00:: | definition=create or manufacture a man-made product | synonyms=make, create | examples=We produce more cars than we can sell; The company has been making toys for two centuries
3. sense_key=produce%2:36:03:: | definition=cause to happen, occur or exist | synonyms=bring about, give rise | examples=This procedure produces a curious effect; The new law gave rise to many complaints
4. sense_key=produce%2:39:01:: | definition=bring out for display | synonyms=bring forth | examples=The proud father produced many pictures of his baby; The accused brought forth a letter in court that he claims exonerates him
5. sense_key=produce%2:36:05:: | definition=cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques | synonyms=grow, raise, farm | examples=The Bordeaux region produces great red wines; They produce good ham in Parma
6. sense_key=produce%2:39:00:: | definition=bring onto the market or release | synonyms=bring on, bring out | examples=produce a movie; bring out a book
7. sense_key=produce%2:29:00:: | definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | synonyms=grow, develop, get, acquire | examples=He grew a beard; The patient developed abdominal pains

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 "produce" in the context: "An emerging understanding of the genes is expected to produce an array of new strategies for future cancer treatment and prevention."

Let's analyze the context. An emerging understanding is expected to *produce* (cause to happen, result in, yield) an array of new strategies.
The strategies are not a physical product manufactured in a factory (sense 2). They are not agricultural products (sense 5). They are not brought out for display (sense 4) or brought to market (sense 6). They are not physical features grown (sense 7). They are not fruit yielded by a tree (sense 1, though "yield" could metaphorically apply, sense 3 is more specific to causing something abstract to happen).

Sense 3: "cause to happen, occur or exist". Examples: "This procedure produces a curious effect; The new law gave rise to many complaints".
This matches the context perfectly. The emerging understanding is expected to cause an array of new strategies to exist.

Let's check Sense 2: "create or manufacture a man-made product". While "strategies" are man-made, "manufacture" implies a physical product. The context is abstract: an understanding produces strategies (causes them to come into existence).
Sense 3 "cause to happen, occur or exist" fits abstract results better. "produce an array of new strategies" = cause an array of new strategies to exist/happen.

Wait, is there an argument for Sense 2? "We produce more cars than we can sell". "create or manufacture a man-made product". Strategies could be seen as a created product.
However, sense 3 is "cause to happen, occur or exist" with synonyms "bring about, give rise". Example: "This procedure produces a curious effect". An understanding producing strategies is very similar to a procedure producing an effect.

Sense 3 is the best fit because it is about bringing about an abstract result (strategies, effect, complaints).

Let's confirm the index for Sense 3.
1. produce%2:36:02:: | bring forth or yield
2. produce%2:36:00:: | create or manufacture a man-made product
3. produce%2:36:03:: | cause to happen, occur or exist
4. produce%2:39:01:: | bring out for display
5. produce%2:36:05:: | cultivate by growing
6. produce%2:39:00:: | bring onto the market or release
7. produce%2:29:00:: | come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)

I will choose index 3.