[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: company
Target surface form: companies
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American <t>companies</t> walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
2. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
3. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society | examples=he missed their company; he enjoyed the society of his friends
4. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe | examples=the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel
5. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller | examples=the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company
6. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions | examples=the house was filled with company when I arrived
7. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
8. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship | synonyms=ship's company
9. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment | examples=a hook-and-ladder company

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "companies" in the given context.

 Context analysis:
 - The text is about the Iraqi Oil Ministry reaching deals with foreign oil companies.
 - It mentions "major oil companies", "American companies", "Seven American companies"
 - These are business entities involved in the oil industry, participating in auctions, investing in oil fields.
 - The context clearly refers to business organizations/corporations.

 Candidate senses analysis:
 1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
    - This fits perfectly. The text talks about oil companies as business institutions conducting business (oil industry).

 2. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
    - Military context, not relevant here.

 3. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society
    - Abstract state of companionship, not relevant.

 4. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe
    - Theatrical/performing arts context, not relevant.

 5. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller
    - Individual visitor, not relevant (the text uses plural "companies" in the sense of corporations).

 6. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions
    - Social gathering, not relevant.

 7. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party
    - Temporary group for a specific activity, not quite right for established oil corporations.

 8. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship
    - Ship crew, not relevant.

 9. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment
    - Firefighters, not relevant.

 The correct sense is clearly sense 1: "an institution created to conduct business". The examples mention "large well-established companies" and starting a company, which aligns with the oil companies mentioned in the text.

 The target surface form is "companies" (plural), and the context discusses business entities (oil companies, American companies) participating in commercial auctions.

 Therefore, the answer should be sense_index 1.

 Wait, I need to check the indexing. The user lists:
 1. sense_key=company%1:14:01::
 2. sense_key=company%1:14:03::
 3. sense_key=company%1:26:00::
 4. sense_key=company%1:14:02::
 5. sense_key=company%1:18:00::
 6. sense_key=company%1:14:00::
 7. sense_key=company%1:14:06::
 8. sense_key=company%1:14:04::
 9. sense_key=company%1:14:05::

 So the index is the number at the beginning of each line. The first one is index 1.

 The correct answer is index 1.

 I need to return: {"sense_index": 1}

provider: Phala


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: stake
Target surface form: stakes
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with <t>stakes</t> in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=stake%1:21:02:: | definition=(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=interest | examples=they have interests all over the world; a stake in the company's future
2. sense_key=stake%1:10:00:: | definition=a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) | synonyms=post | examples=a pair of posts marked the goal; the corner of the lot was indicated by a stake
3. sense_key=stake%1:06:01:: | definition=instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning
4. sense_key=stake%1:21:00:: | definition=the money risked on a gamble | synonyms=stakes, bet, wager
5. sense_key=stake%1:06:00:: | definition=a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "stakes" in the given context.

 Context analysis:
 - The text is about Iraqi Oil Ministry deals with foreign oil companies
 - "American companies walked away with <t>stakes</t> in just two of the 10 auctioned fields"
 - This refers to American companies obtaining ownership shares or financial interests in oil fields
 - The context is about business, law, and financial involvement in oil fields

 Candidate sense analysis:
 1. stake%1:21:02:: - (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=interest | examples=they have interests all over the world; a stake in the company's future
    - This fits perfectly. "Stakes" here means financial interests or shares in the oil fields.
    - The example "a stake in the company's future" is similar to having stakes in oil fields.

 2. stake%1:10:00:: - a pole or stake set up to mark something | synonyms=post
    - This is a physical object, not relevant to business dealings with oil companies.

 3. stake%1:06:01:: - instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning
    - This is about burning at the stake, clearly not relevant.

 4. stake%1:21:00:: - the money risked on a gamble | synonyms=stakes, bet, wager
    - While this is financial, it refers specifically to gambling/betting, not to ownership shares in business.

 5. stake%1:06:00:: - a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground
    - Physical object, not relevant.

 The best sense is clearly sense 1: stake%1:21:02:: - a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something.

 The JSON output should be: {"sense_index": 1}

format: unknown

native_finish_reason: stop

provider: Moonshot AI

currency: USD


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

[User]
Target lemma: field
Target surface form: fields
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned <t>fields</t>. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=field%1:15:00:: | definition=a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed | examples=he planted a field of wheat
2. sense_key=field%1:15:04:: | definition=a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought | synonyms=battlefield, battleground, field of battle, field of honor | examples=they made a tour of Civil War battlefields
3. sense_key=field%1:15:01:: | definition=somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected | examples=anthropologists do much of their work in the field
4. sense_key=field%1:09:00:: | definition=a branch of knowledge | synonyms=discipline, subject, subject area, subject field, field of study, study | examples=in what discipline is his doctorate?; teachers should be well trained in their subject
5. sense_key=field%1:19:00:: | definition=the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it | synonyms=field of force, force field
6. sense_key=field%1:04:00:: | definition=a particular kind of commercial enterprise | synonyms=field of operation, line of business | examples=they are outstanding in their field
7. sense_key=field%1:26:00:: | definition=a particular environment or walk of life | synonyms=sphere, domain, area, orbit, arena | examples=his social sphere is limited; it was a closed area of employment
8. sense_key=field%1:15:02:: | definition=a piece of land prepared for playing a game | synonyms=playing field, athletic field, playing area | examples=the home crowd cheered when Princeton took the field
9. sense_key=field%1:17:00:: | definition=extensive tract of level open land | synonyms=plain, champaign | examples=they emerged from the woods onto a vast open plain; he longed for the fields of his youth
10. sense_key=field%1:14:00:: | definition=(mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 | examples=the set of all rational numbers is a field
11. sense_key=field%1:15:03:: | definition=a region in which active military operations are in progress | synonyms=field of operations, theater, theater of operations, theatre, theatre of operations | examples=the army was in the field awaiting action; he served in the Vietnam theater for three years
12. sense_key=field%1:14:01:: | definition=all of the horses in a particular horse race
13. sense_key=field%1:14:02:: | definition=all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event
14. sense_key=field%1:15:05:: | definition=a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found | examples=the diamond fields of South Africa
15. sense_key=field%1:14:03:: | definition=(computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information
16. sense_key=field%1:09:01:: | definition=the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) | synonyms=field of view
17. sense_key=field%1:06:00:: | definition=a place where planes take off and land | synonyms=airfield, landing field, flying field

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation on the word "fields" in the given context.

 Context analysis:
 - The text is about Iraqi Oil Ministry reaching deals with foreign oil companies
 - It mentions "10 auctioned fields"
 - These are related to oil industry, specifically oil fields
 - The context mentions "Iraq's oil industry" and "oil companies"
 - The word "fields" here refers to areas of land containing oil deposits

 Looking at the candidate senses:

 1. field%1:15:00:: - a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed (e.g., wheat field) - This is too general, not specific to oil.

 2. field%1:15:04:: - battlefield - Not relevant here.

 3. field%1:15:01:: - somewhere where practical work is done (e.g., anthropologists in the field) - Not relevant.

 4. field%1:09:00:: - a branch of knowledge - Not relevant.

 5. field%1:19:00:: - electromagnetic field - Not relevant.

 6. field%1:04:00:: - commercial enterprise - Not relevant.

 7. field%1:26:00:: - environment or walk of life - Not relevant.

 8. field%1:15:02:: - playing field - Not relevant.

 9. field%1:17:00:: - extensive tract of level open land (plain) - While this is land, it's not specific to the oil context.

 10. field%1:14:00:: - mathematical field - Not relevant.

 11. field%1:15:03:: - military operations theater - Not relevant.

 12. field%1:14:01:: - horses in a race - Not relevant.

 13. field%1:14:02:: - competitors in a contest - Not relevant.

 14. field%1:15:05:: - a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found - examples: "the diamond fields of South Africa"
     - This matches perfectly! Oil fields are geographic regions under which oil (something valuable) is found.

 15. field%1:14:03:: - computer science field - Not relevant.

 16. field%1:09:01:: - field of view - Not relevant.

 17. field%1:06:00:: - airfield - Not relevant.

 Sense 14 (field%1:15:05::) is the best match because:
 - It refers to a geographic region (land)
 - Under which something valuable is found (oil)
 - The example given is "diamond fields" which is analogous to "oil fields"
 - The context is about oil companies bidding on oil fields in Iraq

 The index for this sense is 14 (based on the numbering in the candidate list).

 Wait, let me check the indexing. The user lists them as:
 1. sense_key=...
 2. sense_key=...
 ...
 14. sense_key=field%1:15:05::

 So the sense_index should be 14.

 Let me double-check:
 - The context mentions "oil companies", "oil industry", "auctioned fields"
 - In the oil industry, "fields" refers to oil fields - areas where oil deposits are found
 - Sense 14: "a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found" with example "the diamond fields of South Africa"
 - This is exactly the sense used for oil fields, gold fields, etc.

 Yes, sense 14 is correct.

provider: ModelRun


[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: company
Target surface form: companies
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American <t>companies</t> had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
2. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
3. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society | examples=he missed their company; he enjoyed the society of his friends
4. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe | examples=the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel
5. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller | examples=the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company
6. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions | examples=the house was filled with company when I arrived
7. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
8. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship | synonyms=ship's company
9. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment | examples=a hook-and-ladder company

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation (WSD) on the word "companies" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The text is about the Iraqi Oil Ministry reaching deals with foreign oil companies
 - It mentions "major oil companies", "American companies", "Seven American companies had paid to participate"
 - These are business entities, corporations, firms involved in the oil industry

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
    - This fits perfectly. The text is talking about oil companies as business institutions/corporations.

 2. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
    - Military context, not relevant here.

 3. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society
    - Abstract concept of companionship, not relevant.

 4. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe
    - Theater/performance context, not relevant.

 5. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller
    - Individual visitors, not relevant.

 6. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions
    - Social gathering, not relevant.

 7. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party
    - Temporary group for an activity, not quite right for established oil corporations.

 8. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship
    - Ship crew, not relevant.

 9. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment
    - Firefighters, not relevant.

 The context clearly refers to business entities - oil companies, American companies participating in auctions for oil fields. This matches sense 1: "an institution created to conduct business".

 The examples for sense 1 also support this: "he only invests in large well-established companies" - similar to the "major oil companies" and "American companies" in the text.

 Therefore, the correct sense index is 1.

 Wait, I need to check the indexing. The user lists:
 1. sense_key=company%1:14:01::
 2. sense_key=company%1:14:03::
 3. sense_key=company%1:26:00::
 4. sense_key=company%1:14:02::
 5. sense_key=company%1:18:00::
 6. sense_key=company%1:14:00::
 7. sense_key=company%1:14:06::
 8. sense_key=company%1:14:04::
 9. sense_key=company%1:14:05::

 So the indices are 1-9 as listed. Sense 1 is the business institution sense.

 The answer should be: {"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: auction
Target surface form: auction
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second <t>auction</t>, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=auction%1:04:01:: | definition=a variety of bridge in which tricks made in excess of the contract are scored toward game; now generally superseded by contract bridge | synonyms=auction bridge
2. sense_key=auction%1:04:00:: | definition=the public sale of something to the highest bidder | synonyms=auction sale, vendue

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "auction" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The text is about the Iraqi Oil Ministry reaching deals with foreign oil companies
 - It mentions "two auctions that concluded Saturday"
 - It talks about "10 auctioned fields"
 - It mentions companies "paid to participate in the second auction"
 - It mentions "submitted a bid"

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=auction%1:04:01:: - This is about a card game (bridge), specifically "auction bridge". The definition mentions "tricks made in excess of the contract" and "contract bridge". This is clearly a card game sense.

 2. sense_key=auction%1:04:00:: - This is "the public sale of something to the highest bidder" with synonyms "auction sale, vendue".

 In the context:
 - The text is about oil fields being auctioned off to oil companies
 - Companies are submitting bids
 - It's about selling rights to oil fields to the highest bidders
 - This is clearly a commercial/public sale context, not a card game

 Therefore, sense 2 (auction%1:04:00::) is the correct sense.

 The user wants me to return a JSON object like {"sense_index": 3}, but wait - the senses are numbered 1 and 2 in the candidate list. Let me check:

 Candidate senses:
 1. sense_key=auction%1:04:01:: (bridge game)
 2. sense_key=auction%1:04:00:: (public sale)

 So the correct index would be 2.

 Wait, I need to be careful. The user says "Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}." This is an example format. I should return the actual index of the correct sense.

 The correct sense is the second one listed, so index 2.

 Let me double-check:
 - Context: Oil fields being sold to companies through a bidding process
 - Sense 1: Card game (bridge)
 - Sense 2: Public sale to highest bidder

 Definitely Sense 2.

 The JSON should be: {"sense_index": 2}


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

[User]
Target lemma: bid
Target surface form: bid
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a <t>bid</t> lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=bid%1:10:03:: | definition=an authoritative direction or instruction to do something | synonyms=command, bidding, dictation
2. sense_key=bid%1:04:00:: | definition=an attempt to get something | synonyms=play | examples=they made a futile play for power; he made a bid to gain attention
3. sense_key=bid%1:10:00:: | definition=a formal proposal to buy at a specified price | synonyms=tender
4. sense_key=bid%1:10:01:: | definition=(bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make | synonyms=bidding

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "bid" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The text is about Iraqi Oil Ministry reaching deals with foreign oil companies
 - It mentions auctions that concluded Saturday
 - It mentions "The only one that submitted a <t>bid</t> lost"
 - This is in the context of auctions and oil fields being auctioned
 - American companies participated in the auction
 - One submitted a bid but lost

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=bid%1:10:03:: | definition=an authoritative direction or instruction to do something | synonyms=command, bidding, dictation
    - This seems like a command or order, not relevant to auctions.

 2. sense_key=bid%1:04:00:: | definition=an attempt to get something | synonyms=play | examples=they made a futile play for power; he made a bid to gain attention
    - This is a general attempt, but the context is specifically about auctions and formal proposals.

 3. sense_key=bid%1:10:00:: | definition=a formal proposal to buy at a specified price | synonyms=tender
    - This fits perfectly with the auction context. In an auction, participants submit bids (formal proposals to buy at a specified price).

 4. sense_key=bid%1:10:01:: | definition=(bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make | synonyms=bidding
    - This is specific to the card game bridge, not relevant here.

 The context clearly involves auctions where oil fields are being auctioned off. When companies participate in auctions, they submit "bids" - formal proposals to buy at specified prices. This matches sense 3.

 The phrase "submitted a bid" in the context of an auction strongly indicates the commercial/auction meaning of bid, not the bridge meaning, not a command, and not just a general attempt (though sense 2 could be stretched, sense 3 is much more specific and accurate).

 Therefore, the best sense is sense 3 (bid%1:10:00::).

 Wait, let me check the indexing. The user lists:
 1. sense_key=bid%1:10:03::
 2. sense_key=bid%1:04:00::
 3. sense_key=bid%1:10:00::
 4. sense_key=bid%1:10:01::

 So sense 3 corresponds to "a formal proposal to buy at a specified price".

 Yes, that's the correct one.

 The output should be: {"sense_index": 3}


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

[User]
Target lemma: company
Target surface form: companies
Context:
Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American <t>companies</t> reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
2. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
3. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society | examples=he missed their company; he enjoyed the society of his friends
4. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe | examples=the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel
5. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller | examples=the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company
6. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions | examples=the house was filled with company when I arrived
7. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
8. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship | synonyms=ship's company
9. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment | examples=a hook-and-ladder company

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation on the word "companies" in the given context. The target lemma is "company" and the surface form is "companies" (plural).

Let me analyze the context:
- The text is about oil companies participating in auctions in Iraq
- Phrases like "major oil companies", "foreign oil companies", "American companies", "American oil giants"
- These are business entities/institutions that conduct business (specifically oil business)
- They pay to participate in auctions, submit bids, reach deals, invest in fields

Now let's look at the candidate senses:

1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
- This fits perfectly. Oil companies are institutions created to conduct business (oil extraction/refining). The examples mention "invests in large well-established companies" which matches the context of American companies investing in Iraqi oil fields.

2. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
- Not military context here. Not relevant.

3. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society
- Abstract sense, not referring to business entities. Not relevant.

4. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe
- Not about performers or theater. Not relevant.

5. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller
- Would refer to people visiting, not business organizations. Not relevant.

6. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions
- Social gathering, not business organizations. Not relevant.

7. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party
- Could be confusing, but "party" here means a group of people doing something together (like a search party), not a business entity. The context clearly refers to established business corporations.

8. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship
- Not about ships. Not relevant.

9. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment | examples=a hook-and-ladder company
- Not about firefighters. Not relevant.

The clear winner is sense 1: "an institution created to conduct business". This is the standard business/corporate sense of "company". The context repeatedly refers to oil companies as business entities participating in auctions, submitting bids, and obtaining stakes in oil fields.

The instruction asks me to return only a JSON object like {"sense_index": 3}, where the number corresponds to the index of the sense in the list provided (1-indexed).

So I should return: {"sense_index": 1}

provider: DigitalOcean


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

[User]
Target lemma: deal
Target surface form: deals
Context:
Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached <t>deals</t> for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=deal%1:04:02:: | definition=a particular instance of buying or selling | synonyms=trade, business deal | examples=it was a package deal; I had no further trade with him
2. sense_key=deal%1:10:00:: | definition=an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each | synonyms=bargain | examples=he made a bargain with the devil; he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals
3. sense_key=deal%1:23:00:: | definition=(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | synonyms=batch, flock, good deal, great deal, hatful, heap | examples=a batch of letters; a deal of trouble
4. sense_key=deal%1:27:00:: | definition=a plank of softwood (fir or pine board)
5. sense_key=deal%1:27:01:: | definition=wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir) | synonyms=softwood
6. sense_key=deal%1:14:00:: | definition=the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time | synonyms=hand | examples=I didn't hold a good hand all evening; he kept trying to see my hand
7. sense_key=deal%1:11:00:: | definition=the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement) | examples=he got a good deal on his car
8. sense_key=deal%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of distributing playing cards | examples=the deal was passed around the table clockwise
9. sense_key=deal%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of apportioning or distributing something | examples=the captain was entrusted with the deal of provisions

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "deals" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The text is about Iraqi oil auctions and agreements with foreign oil companies.
 - "The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies..."
 - "Two American companies reached <t>deals</t> for fields auctioned in June."

 The target word "deals" appears in the phrase "reached deals for fields auctioned in June."

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=deal%1:04:02:: | definition=a particular instance of buying or selling | synonyms=trade, business deal | examples=it was a package deal; I had no further trade with him
    - This seems like a business transaction sense. "Buying or selling" fits the context of oil fields and auctions.

 2. sense_key=deal%1:10:00:: | definition=an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each | synonyms=bargain | examples=he made a bargain with the devil; he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals
    - This is about an agreement. The context mentions "reached deals" which implies agreements. This could also fit.

 3. sense_key=deal%1:23:00:: | definition=(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | synonyms=batch, flock, good deal, great deal, hatful, heap
    - This is about quantity (a lot of something). Doesn't fit here.

 4. sense_key=deal%1:27:00:: | definition=a plank of softwood (fir or pine board)
    - Material sense. Doesn't fit.

 5. sense_key=deal%1:27:01:: | definition=wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir) | synonyms=softwood
    - Material sense. Doesn't fit.

 6. sense_key=deal%1:14:00:: | definition=the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time | synonyms=hand
    - Card game sense. Doesn't fit.

 7. sense_key=deal%1:11:00:: | definition=the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement) | examples=he got a good deal on his car
    - This is about treatment or outcome (like "a good deal" meaning good treatment/price). But here "deals" is used as a noun referring to the agreements themselves, not the treatment.

 8. sense_key=deal%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of distributing playing cards
    - Card game action. Doesn't fit.

 9. sense_key=deal%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of apportioning or distributing something
    - Distribution act. Doesn't fit.

 Now between sense 1 and sense 2:
 - Sense 1: "a particular instance of buying or selling" - focuses on the transaction/commercial exchange
 - Sense 2: "an agreement between parties... fixing obligations of each" - focuses on the contractual agreement

 In the context: "Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June."
 - The text is about oil auctions where companies bid for contracts to develop oil fields.
 - "Reached deals" suggests they came to an agreement.
 - However, looking at the examples for sense 1: "it was a package deal; I had no further trade with him" - this seems to refer to business transactions.
 - Looking at examples for sense 2: "he made a bargain with the devil; he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals" - this refers to agreements, possibly with negative connotations or general agreements.

 But wait, looking carefully at the context:
 - "The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies"
 - This is clearly about business agreements/contracts for oil field development.

 In WordNet, sense 1 (deal%1:04:02::) is typically the "business deal" sense - a transaction.
 Sense 2 (deal%1:10:00::) is more general - an agreement, bargain.

 However, looking at the synonyms:
 - Sense 1: trade, business deal
 - Sense 2: bargain

 The context is specifically about business transactions - oil companies making deals with the Iraqi government for oil fields. This is commercial/business in nature.

 But "reached deals" is very close to "made a bargain" (sense 2 example). However, "business deal" (sense 1) also fits.

 Let me check the WordNet hierarchy:
 - deal%1:04:02:: is under noun.artifact? No, looking at the sense keys:
   - %1:04:02 - 1:04 usually refers to acts or actions? Actually in WordNet:
     - 1:04 = noun.act (act, action, activity)
     - 1:10 = noun.communication (communication, message)
     - 1:23 = noun.quantity
     - 1:27 = noun.substance
     - 1:14 = noun.group
     - 1:11 = noun.attribute

 Wait, let me reconsider the lexicographer file numbers:
 - 1:04 = noun.act (acts or actions)
 - 1:10 = noun.communication
 - 1:23 = noun.quantity
 - 1:27 = noun.substance
 - 1:14 = noun.group
 - 1:11 = noun.attribute

 But "deal" as a business transaction (buying/selling) would likely be noun.act or noun.event?
 Actually:
 - deal%1:04:02:: = a particular instance of buying or selling (this is classified as an act)
 - deal%1:10:00:: = an agreement between parties (classified as communication)

 In the context of oil auctions and companies reaching agreements for fields, both could work. But "deal" in business contexts often refers to the transaction itself (the business deal).

 However, looking at the specific phrase "reached deals":
 - You "reach" an agreement (sense 2)
 - You "make" or "do" a deal (sense 1)

 But the text says "reached deals" - this collocates strongly with "agreement" (sense 2).

 Also, looking at the earlier sentence: "The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies..."
 This is about agreements/contracts reached between parties.

 Actually, looking at standard WSD for "deal":
 - "deal" as in "business deal" (transaction) vs "deal" as in "agreement/bargain"

 In this specific context of oil auctions and contracts, these are formal agreements between the government and companies. This aligns with sense 2: "an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each."

 But wait, sense 1 examples: "it was a package deal" - this is also common in business.

 Let me look at the distinction more carefully:
 - Sense 1: "a particular instance of buying or selling" - this emphasizes the commercial transaction aspect.
 - Sense 2: "an agreement between parties... fixing obligations of each" - this emphasizes the contractual/legal agreement aspect.

 In the context of oil field auctions, the companies are entering into agreements/contracts to develop the fields. While money is involved, the "deal" here refers to the contractual arrangement/agreement reached.

 Also, note that sense 1 has synonyms "trade, business deal" - if the text meant this sense, it might be more about the specific transaction of buying/selling. But here, the deals are about development rights/contracts, not necessarily immediate buying/selling of oil (though that may be part of it).

 Actually, looking at the text again: "Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June."
 This is about auctioned fields - so they won the auction and reached a deal (agreement) for the field.

 I think sense 2 is the best fit because:
 1. "Reached" collocates with "agreement" (sense 2) more than with "buying/selling instance" (sense 1)
 2. The context involves negotiations and agreements between government and companies
 3. Sense 2's definition mentions "agreement between parties... fixing obligations" which fits oil field development contracts

 However, I should verify if there's any distinction in WordNet where "deal" in business contexts maps to sense 1.

 Looking at sense 1 examples: "it was a package deal; I had no further trade with him"
 Looking at sense 2 examples: "he made a bargain with the devil; he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals"

 The phrase "reached deals" appears in the context of diplomatic or business agreements. In WordNet, "bargain" (sense 2) is defined as "an agreement between parties..."

 Actually, looking at the gloss for sense 1 again: "a particular instance of buying or selling"
 And sense 2: "an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each"

 In oil auctions, they are bidding for contracts (agreements), not necessarily buying the oil fields outright (Iraq retains ownership, companies get contracts to develop). So it's more about the agreement (sense 2) than the buying/selling transaction (sense 1).

 Therefore, sense 2 (deal%1:10:00::) seems most appropriate.

 Wait, I need to be careful. The index in the output should correspond to the numbering in the candidate list (1-9), not the WordNet sense key.

 The candidates are numbered 1-9. I need to return {"sense_index": X} where X is the number from the list.

 So if I choose sense_key=deal%1:10:00::, that is candidate #2.

 Let me double-check if it could be sense 1.
 - "The 10 deals..." - could be 10 business transactions
 - "reached deals" - companies reached business deals

 But "reached" strongly suggests coming to an agreement. You don't "reach" a buying/selling instance, you "make" or "do" or "transact" it. You "reach" an agreement.

 Also, the earlier sentence: "The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies..."
 This structure "reached [deals] with [parties]" strongly indicates sense 2 (agreement between parties).

 Therefore, the answer should be sense_index: 2.

 One final check: could it be sense 7? "the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement)" - examples: "he got a good deal on his car"
 No, that's when we say "a good deal" meaning a good price/treatment. Here "deals" is plural and refers to the agreements themselves, not the treatment received.

 So definitely sense 2.

provider: Chutes


[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: field
Target surface form: fields
Context:
Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for <t>fields</t> auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=field%1:15:00:: | definition=a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed | examples=he planted a field of wheat
2. sense_key=field%1:15:04:: | definition=a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought | synonyms=battlefield, battleground, field of battle, field of honor | examples=they made a tour of Civil War battlefields
3. sense_key=field%1:15:01:: | definition=somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected | examples=anthropologists do much of their work in the field
4. sense_key=field%1:09:00:: | definition=a branch of knowledge | synonyms=discipline, subject, subject area, subject field, field of study, study | examples=in what discipline is his doctorate?; teachers should be well trained in their subject
5. sense_key=field%1:19:00:: | definition=the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it | synonyms=field of force, force field
6. sense_key=field%1:04:00:: | definition=a particular kind of commercial enterprise | synonyms=field of operation, line of business | examples=they are outstanding in their field
7. sense_key=field%1:26:00:: | definition=a particular environment or walk of life | synonyms=sphere, domain, area, orbit, arena | examples=his social sphere is limited; it was a closed area of employment
8. sense_key=field%1:15:02:: | definition=a piece of land prepared for playing a game | synonyms=playing field, athletic field, playing area | examples=the home crowd cheered when Princeton took the field
9. sense_key=field%1:17:00:: | definition=extensive tract of level open land | synonyms=plain, champaign | examples=they emerged from the woods onto a vast open plain; he longed for the fields of his youth
10. sense_key=field%1:14:00:: | definition=(mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 | examples=the set of all rational numbers is a field
11. sense_key=field%1:15:03:: | definition=a region in which active military operations are in progress | synonyms=field of operations, theater, theater of operations, theatre, theatre of operations | examples=the army was in the field awaiting action; he served in the Vietnam theater for three years
12. sense_key=field%1:14:01:: | definition=all of the horses in a particular horse race
13. sense_key=field%1:14:02:: | definition=all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event
14. sense_key=field%1:15:05:: | definition=a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found | examples=the diamond fields of South Africa
15. sense_key=field%1:14:03:: | definition=(computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information
16. sense_key=field%1:09:01:: | definition=the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) | synonyms=field of view
17. sense_key=field%1:06:00:: | definition=a place where planes take off and land | synonyms=airfield, landing field, flying field

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "fields" in the given context.

 Context analysis:
 - The text is about oil companies bidding on oil fields in Iraq
 - "American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields"
 - "Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June"
 - These are clearly referring to areas of land containing oil reserves

 Looking at the candidate senses:

 1. field%1:15:00:: - a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed (e.g., wheat field) - This is a general agricultural field, not quite right for oil.

 2. field%1:15:04:: - battlefield - clearly wrong.

 3. field%1:15:01:: - somewhere away from studio where practical work is done - wrong.

 4. field%1:09:00:: - branch of knowledge - wrong.

 5. field%1:19:00:: - electromagnetic field - wrong.

 6. field%1:04:00:: - commercial enterprise - wrong.

 7. field%1:26:00:: - environment or walk of life - wrong.

 8. field%1:15:02:: - playing field - wrong.

 9. field%1:17:00:: - extensive tract of level open land (plain) - This is close but usually refers to open plains, not specifically resource-bearing land.

 10. field%1:14:00:: - mathematics field - wrong.

 11. field%1:15:03:: - military theater - wrong.

 12. field%1:14:01:: - horses in a race - wrong.

 13. field%1:14:02:: - competitors - wrong.

 14. field%1:15:05:: - a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found - examples: "the diamond fields of South Africa" - This matches perfectly! Oil fields are geographic regions under which oil (something valuable) is found.

 15. field%1:14:03:: - computer science field - wrong.

 16. field%1:09:01:: - field of view - wrong.

 17. field%1:06:00:: - airfield - wrong.

 Sense 14 is clearly the best match: "a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found" with the example "the diamond fields of South Africa". This is exactly what "oil fields" means - regions where oil is found underground.

 The index for this sense in the list is 14 (field%1:15:05::).

 Wait, let me double-check the indexing. The user lists them as:
 1. sense_key=field%1:15:00::
 2. sense_key=field%1:15:04::
 3. sense_key=field%1:15:01::
 4. sense_key=field%1:09:00::
 5. sense_key=field%1:19:00::
 6. sense_key=field%1:04:00::
 7. sense_key=field%1:26:00::
 8. sense_key=field%1:15:02::
 9. sense_key=field%1:17:00::
 10. sense_key=field%1:14:00::
 11. sense_key=field%1:15:03::
 12. sense_key=field%1:14:01::
 13. sense_key=field%1:14:02::
 14. sense_key=field%1:15:05::
 15. sense_key=field%1:14:03::
 16. sense_key=field%1:09:01::
 17. sense_key=field%1:06:00::

 So sense 14 is indeed field%1:15:05::.

 The context mentions "oil fields" (implied by "auctioned fields" in the context of oil industry, Oil Ministry, etc.). This is definitely sense 14.

 Actually, looking at sense 1: "a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed" - this is the agricultural sense. While oil fields are pieces of land, sense 14 is much more specific and accurate for "oil fields" - it specifically mentions "under which something valuable is found" which is exactly what oil fields are.

 The answer should be {"sense_index": 14}.


[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: representation
Target surface form: representation
Context:
The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager <t>representation</t> of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts. Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=representation%1:09:00:: | definition=a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image | synonyms=mental representation, internal representation
2. sense_key=representation%1:06:00:: | definition=a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something
3. sense_key=representation%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf
4. sense_key=representation%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent | synonyms=delegacy, agency
5. sense_key=representation%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency | examples=a Congressional vacancy occurred in the representation from California
6. sense_key=representation%1:10:00:: | definition=a factual statement made by one party in order to induce another party to enter into a contract | examples=the sales contract contains several representations by the vendor
7. sense_key=representation%1:10:01:: | definition=a performance of a play | synonyms=theatrical performance, theatrical, histrionics
8. sense_key=representation%1:10:02:: | definition=a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting | examples=certain representations were made concerning police brutality
9. sense_key=representation%1:07:00:: | definition=the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body
10. sense_key=representation%1:04:00:: | definition=an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "representation" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The text is about oil deals in Iraq
 - It mentions that American companies only got stakes in 2 of 10 auctioned fields
 - Seven American companies paid to participate but only one submitted a bid and lost
 - Two American companies reached deals in June
 - "The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts."
 - The quote mentions "instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way"

 So "representation" here refers to the presence or proportion of American oil companies in the deals. It's about how many American companies are represented (present/involved) in the oil industry opening.

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=representation%1:09:00:: - mental representation, internal representation (idea or image in the mind) - Not this, it's not about mental images.

 2. sense_key=representation%1:06:00:: - visual or tangible rendering (like a painting, sculpture) - Not this.

 3. sense_key=representation%1:04:01:: - the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf - This is about acting on behalf of someone, like a lawyer representing a client. Not quite right.

 4. sense_key=representation%1:26:00:: - the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent (delegacy, agency) - This is about being an agent or delegate. Close, but not exactly.

 5. sense_key=representation%1:14:00:: - a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency - This is about legislative bodies, like Congress. Not this.

 6. sense_key=representation%1:10:00:: - a factual statement made to induce a contract - Legal statement, not this.

 7. sense_key=representation%1:10:01:: - a performance of a play - Not this.

 8. sense_key=representation%1:10:02:: - a statement of facts and reasons in appealing or protesting - Not this.

 9. sense_key=representation%1:07:00:: - the right of being represented by delegates - Not this.

 10. sense_key=representation%1:04:00:: - an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent - This is vague.

 Wait, I need to look more carefully. The context is about the presence/proportion of American companies in the oil deals. "Meager representation" means there were few American companies involved.

 Looking at sense 4: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" - this is about the condition of being a representative.

 But actually, looking at sense 10: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent" - this seems like it could cover the idea of "standing for" or "being present as" something.

 However, I think I need to reconsider. In business contexts, "representation" often means the presence or proportion of a particular group.

 Let me look at sense 4 again: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" with synonyms "delegacy, agency". This is about the status of being a representative.

 But the context is about how many American companies are represented (present) in the deals. This is closer to the idea of "the fact of being represented" or "the proportion of representation."

 Actually, looking at WordNet more carefully:
 - Sense 1:09:00 is about mental representation
 - Sense 1:06:00 is about a physical creation/rendering
 - Sense 1:04:01 is about the act of representing (speaking for someone)
 - Sense 1:26:00 is about the state of being a delegate/agent
 - Sense 1:14:00 is about a body of legislators
 - Sense 1:10:00 is about legal statements
 - Sense 1:10:01 is about theatrical performance
 - Sense 1:10:02 is about statements of protest
 - Sense 1:07:00 is about the right to be represented
 - Sense 1:04:00 is "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent"

 Hmm, none of these seem to perfectly capture "the proportion or presence of a group in a particular context." But sense 4 (1:26:00) "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" might be the closest, or possibly sense 1:04:01 "the act of representing; standing in for someone..."

 Wait, I should look at the examples provided in the candidate senses to help disambiguate.

 Sense 5 has example: "a Congressional vacancy occurred in the representation from California" - this refers to the legislative body or the position.

 But in our context, "meager representation of American oil giants" - this means there were few American oil giants present/represented.

 Actually, looking at sense 4 again: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" - this could work if we think of the companies as serving as agents, but that's not quite right.

 Let me reconsider sense 10: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent" - this is very abstract.

 Actually, I think the intended sense might be sense 4 (1:26:00) or possibly there's a sense about "the fact of being represented" or "presence."

 Wait, looking at the context again: "The meager representation of American oil giants" - this is similar to saying "the meager presence" or "the meager number" of American oil giants.

 In WordNet, "representation" can mean:
 - The state of being represented (having representatives present)
 - The body of representatives

 Sense 5 is about a body of legislators.
 Sense 4 is about the state of serving as a delegate.

 But "meager representation" suggests the extent to which they are represented - i.e., how many representatives they have or how much they are represented.

 Actually, looking at sense 1:04:01: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf" - this is about the act.

 And sense 1:26:00: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" - this is about the state/condition.

 But in the sentence, "representation" is a noun referring to the fact that American companies are present/represented in the deals. It's about their involvement or presence.

 Let me check if there's a sense about "the fact of being represented" or "proportion."

 Actually, looking at the example in sense 5: "a Congressional vacancy occurred in the representation from California" - here "representation" refers to the position or the body of representatives from California.

 In our text: "representation of American oil giants" - this could mean the body of American oil giants who are acting as representatives, or it could mean the fact of their being represented.

 Given the context about deals and auctions, and companies getting stakes, "representation" here means the presence or involvement of American companies - i.e., how well they are represented (present) in the outcome.

 I think sense 4 (1:26:00) "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" is the closest, but I'm not entirely satisfied.

 Wait, let me look at sense 1:04:00: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent" - this is the first sense under noun.act (1:04).

 Or sense 1:04:01 which is also under noun.act.

 Actually, looking at the sentence structure: "The meager representation of American oil giants" - this is similar to "the small number of American oil giants present."

 In business/economic contexts, "representation" often refers to the proportion or presence of a particular group.

 Looking at WordNet 3.0 or 3.1 definitions online (from my knowledge):
 - Sense 4 (1:26:00): "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent"
 - Sense 3 (1:04:01): "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf"

 But there's also the idea of "being represented" as in "having representatives."

 Actually, I think sense 4 is correct. The "representation" of American oil giants refers to the state or condition of them serving as delegates/agents in the oil industry opening (i.e., being present and acting in that capacity).

 However, looking at the example for sense 5: "a Congressional vacancy occurred in the representation from California" - this suggests that "representation" can mean the body of representatives or the position.

 But sense 5 is specifically about legislators: "a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency"

 Oil companies are not legislators.

 Let me reconsider sense 1:04:01: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf"

 If American oil giants have "meager representation", it could mean that there is meager acting on their behalf, or meager presence of entities representing them.

 But actually, in this context, "representation" means the fact or state of being represented - i.e., having representatives present.

 I think sense 4 (1:26:00) is the best fit: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" - even though it's not a perfect fit, it captures the idea of the companies being present in a representative capacity.

 Wait, I should look at sense 1:04:00: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent" - this is very abstract and seems less likely.

 Let me think about this differently. The word "representation" in "meager representation of American oil giants" means that American oil giants are not well represented (present) in the deals.

 This is similar to saying "Women have poor representation in parliament" - meaning few women are present as representatives.

 In that case, it would be sense 4 (the state of serving as...) or possibly sense 9 (the right of being represented...).

 Sense 9: "the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body" - this is about the right, not the actual presence.

 So between sense 3 (1:04:01 - the act) and sense 4 (1:26:00 - the state).

 "Meager representation" suggests a quantity or degree, which fits better with "state" (sense 4) than "act" (sense 3).

 Also, looking at the synonyms for sense 4: "delegacy, agency" - these refer to the status or condition of being a representative.

 But "meager representation" could mean a small amount of delegacy or agency.

 Actually, I think I found it. In some dictionaries, "representation" can mean "the fact of being represented" or "the presence of representatives."

 In WordNet, sense 4 (1:26:00) is "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" which is the closest.

 But let me double-check if there's a sense about proportion or presence.

 Looking at the list again:
 1. Mental representation
 2. Visual/tangible rendering
 3. Act of representing (speaking for)
 4. State of serving as delegate/agent
 5. Body of legislators
 6. Legal statement (contract)
 7. Theatrical performance
 8. Statement of protest
 9. Right of being represented
 10. Activity that is equivalent

 Given these options, sense 4 seems the best fit for "the presence/involvement of American companies acting as agents in the oil industry."

 However, I want to make sure. The context is about business deals, not about speaking with authority or being delegates. The companies are acting on their own behalf, not as delegates for someone else.

 Wait, that's an important point. The American oil companies are not serving as delegates or agents for someone else. They are acting for themselves. So sense 4 might not fit.

 Sense 3: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf" - also implies acting for someone else.

 But in business, when we say "company representation", we might mean the presence of the company or its agents.

 Actually, looking at the text: "American companies walked away with stakes..." - they are the principals, not agents.

 So "representation" here might mean something like "presence" or "proportion."

 But none of the senses explicitly say "presence" or "proportion."

 Unless... sense 10? "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent" - no.

 Sense 2? "a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering" - no.

 Maybe I need to reconsider sense 5, even though it mentions legislators. "a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency" - but it says "legislators" specifically.

 Or sense 9: "the right of being represented" - not about right.

 Let me look at sense 1 again: "a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image" - no.

 This is tricky. Let me look for similar examples online or in my training data.

 "Meager representation" is often used to mean "small number of representatives" or "small presence."

 For example:
 - "The meager representation of women in science"
 - "The meager representation of minorities in the workforce"

 In these cases, it's about the proportion or presence.

 In WordNet, which sense covers this?

 It might be sense 4 interpreted broadly: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent" - where multiple companies are in the state of serving as agents, and "meager" describes the extent of that state.

 Or it could be sense 3: "the act of representing" - where "meager" describes the extent of the act.

 But "representation" as a mass noun with "meager" suggests it's referring to the degree or amount of representation (presence).

 Actually, looking at the WordNet entry for representation%1:26:00, it might be defined as "the state of being represented" in some versions.

 Given the options, and the fact that the companies are present as actors in the oil industry (serving as agents for their own interests), sense 4 (1:26:00) seems the most plausible, even if not perfect.

 Wait, I should check if sense 1:04:00 could work: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent" - this is the "representation" as in "this statue is a representation of the king" - no, that's sense 2.

 Sense 2 is the visual rendering.

 Sense 10 is "an activity that stands as an equivalent" - this might be like "diplomatic representation" or something similar.

 Actually, looking at WordNet structure:
 - 1:04:00 is under noun.act
 - 1:04:01 is also under noun.act (the act of representing)

 1:26:00 is under noun.state

 Given that "meager" describes a quantity or state, 1:26:00 (state) fits better than 1:04:01 (act).

 Also, 1:26:00 has synonyms "delegacy, agency" which are states/conditions.

 So I will go with sense 4 (index 4 in the list, which corresponds to sense_key representation%1:26:00).

 Wait, the user asks for the "sense_index". Looking at the format: {"sense_index": 3}

 The senses are numbered 1-10 in the list. So I need to return the number in the list.

 Sense 1: representation%1:09:00::
 Sense 2: representation%1:06:00::
 Sense 3: representation%1:04:01::
 Sense 4: representation%1:26:00::
 Sense 5: representation%1:14:00::
 Sense 6: representation%1:10:00::
 Sense 7: representation%1:10:01::
 Sense 8: representation%1:10:02::
 Sense 9: representation%1:07:00::
 Sense 10: representation%1:04:00::

 So if I choose sense 4 (representation%1:26:00::), the index is 4.

 But let me reconsider one more time. Is there any other sense that could fit?

 What about sense 3 (1:04:01): "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf"

 In the context of auctions and deals, the American companies are not "standing in for" someone else. They are acting for themselves.

 Unless... "representation" here means the act of being present and participating? But that's not what the gloss says.

 What about sense 10 (1:04:00): "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent" - this is very vague. It might mean representation as in "this represents that" - symbolic representation. But that's more like sense 2 (visual rendering) or sense 1 (mental).

 Actually, looking at the WordNet hierarchy:
 - 1:04:00 is the first sense under noun.act
 - The gloss "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent" suggests it's about representing as in "standing for" - like a symbol or proxy.

 But in our context, the American companies are not symbols or proxies; they are the actual participants.

 However, "representation" can mean "the fact of being present in a particular group or place" - like "geographic representation."

 And this is often sense 4 (1:26:00) or related to it.

 Given the constraints, I think the answer is 4.

 But I want to check one more thing. Could it be sense 3 (1:04:01) interpreted as "the act of representing [their interests]"?

 "The meager representation of American oil giants" - if American oil giants are the ones doing the representing (of their own interests), then it's the act of representing their interests.

 But the gloss says "standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf" - this implies the represented party is different from the representing party.

 In our case, the American oil giants are the represented party (the ones being represented), not the representing party.

 Wait! That's a crucial distinction I missed.

 "Representation of American oil giants" - this means the American oil giants are being represented (by someone or something), or it means the American oil giants are the ones doing the representing?

 In the context: "The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry"

 This could mean:
 1. The meager presence/involvement of American oil giants (they are the ones representing themselves, or they are the representatives of America)
 2. The meager representation [provided by others] of American oil giants (unlikely)

 Actually, looking at the text: "American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields... The meager representation of American oil giants..."

 Here, the American oil giants are the entities that are present (or not present) in the deals. They are the ones participating.

 So "representation" refers to their participation/presence.

 In this case, sense 4 (state of serving as an official delegate/agent) could work if we view the companies as serving as agents for American interests in the Iraqi oil industry.

 Or sense 3 (act of representing) could work similarly.

 But given that "meager" describes the extent, and it's a state/condition, sense 4 is better.

 However, I should consider if sense 5 could be metaphorically extended. "a body of legislators" - no, oil companies are not legislators.

 Sense 9: "the right of being represented" - not about right.

 So I stick with 4.

 Actually, one last check: could it be sense 2? "a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering" - no, definitely not.

 Sense 1? Mental image - no.

 So 4 is the answer.

 Wait, I just realized that in some WordNet versions, there might be a sense about "the fact of being represented" as a group.

 But based on the provided list, 4 is the best match.

 Final check: The sentence is "The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts."

 Paraphrase: The fact that American oil giants were barely present/involved in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts.

 Sense 4: the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent.

 If American oil giants are serving as delegates/agents in the oil industry, and this state is meager (small), then it fits.

 Yes, this makes sense. The companies are acting as agents (of American business interests) in the Iraqi oil industry.

 So the answer is index 4.


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

[User]
Target lemma: oil
Target surface form: oil
Context:
The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American <t>oil</t> giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts. Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=oil%1:27:00:: | definition=a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water
2. sense_key=oil%1:06:01:: | definition=oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist | synonyms=oil color, oil colour
3. sense_key=oil%1:27:01:: | definition=a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons | synonyms=petroleum, crude oil, crude, rock oil, fossil oil
4. sense_key=oil%1:13:00:: | definition=any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants | synonyms=vegetable oil

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "oil" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The text is about the Iraqi Oil Ministry, foreign oil companies, Iraq's oil industry, petroleum fields, auctions for oil fields, etc.
 - The specific target is in the phrase: "The meager representation of American <t>oil</t> giants in Iraq's opening oil industry"
 - "Oil giants" here refers to large oil companies (like ExxonMobil, Chevron, etc.)
 - The context is clearly about the petroleum industry, crude oil, fossil fuels

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=oil%1:27:00:: | definition=a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water
    - This is the general sense of oil as a substance, but not specific to petroleum.

 2. sense_key=oil%1:06:01:: | definition=oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist | synonyms=oil color, oil colour
    - This is about paint/art supplies. Clearly not relevant to the context about Iraq's oil industry and petroleum companies.

 3. sense_key=oil%1:27:01:: | definition=a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons | synonyms=petroleum, crude oil, crude, rock oil, fossil oil
    - This matches perfectly. The context is about the petroleum industry, oil companies (oil giants), oil fields, etc. The synonyms include petroleum, crude oil, fossil oil - all terms that fit the context of Iraq's oil industry.

 4. sense_key=oil%1:13:00:: | definition=any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants | synonyms=vegetable oil
    - This is about cooking oils (vegetable oil). Not relevant to the context of the petroleum industry and Iraq's oil ministry.

 The best sense is clearly sense 3, which refers to petroleum/fossil oil. The context discusses the Iraqi Oil Ministry, oil companies, oil fields, and the petroleum industry.

 The target phrase "American oil giants" refers to large American petroleum companies (like ExxonMobil, Chevron, etc.), not companies that make vegetable oil or artist's oil paint.

 Therefore, the answer should be: {"sense_index": 3}


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

[User]
Target lemma: giant
Target surface form: giants
Context:
The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil <t>giants</t> in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts. Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=giant%1:05:00:: | definition=any creature of exceptional size
2. sense_key=giant%1:18:01:: | definition=a person of exceptional importance and reputation | synonyms=colossus, behemoth, heavyweight, titan
3. sense_key=giant%1:14:00:: | definition=an unusually large enterprise | examples=Walton built a retail giant
4. sense_key=giant%1:18:03:: | definition=a very large person; impressive in size or qualities | synonyms=hulk, heavyweight, whale
5. sense_key=giant%1:18:00:: | definition=someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful | synonyms=goliath, behemoth, monster, colossus
6. sense_key=giant%1:18:02:: | definition=an imaginary figure of superhuman size and strength; appears in folklore and fairy tales
7. sense_key=giant%1:17:00:: | definition=a very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun) | synonyms=giant star

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "giants" in the given context.

 Context analysis:
 - The text is about oil companies in Iraq
 - "American oil giants" refers to large, important oil companies
 - The context compares American companies with foreign (Chinese, Russian, European) companies
 - "Giants" here refers to large corporations/enterprises in the oil industry

 Candidate sense analysis:
 1. sense_key=giant%1:05:00:: - creature of exceptional size (biological/physical creature) - doesn't fit, we're talking about companies
 2. sense_key=giant%1:18:01:: - person of exceptional importance and reputation - could work metaphorically, but these are companies, not people
 3. sense_key=giant%1:14:00:: - an unusually large enterprise - example given: "Walton built a retail giant" - this fits perfectly with "oil giants" meaning large oil companies
 4. sense_key=giant%1:18:03:: - a very large person - doesn't fit, not talking about physical people
 5. sense_key=giant%1:18:00:: - someone or something abnormally large and powerful - could work, but less specific than sense 3 for enterprises
 6. sense_key=giant%1:18:02:: - imaginary figure - doesn't fit
 7. sense_key=giant%1:17:00:: - giant star - doesn't fit

 The best fit is sense 3: "an unusually large enterprise" with the example "Walton built a retail giant". In the context, "American oil giants" refers to large American oil companies like ExxonMobil, Chevron, etc. that are major players in the industry.

 Sense 3 is indexed as 3 in the candidate list provided.

 Wait, let me check the numbering. The user lists:
 1. sense_key=giant%1:05:00::
 2. sense_key=giant%1:18:01::
 3. sense_key=giant%1:14:00::
 4. sense_key=giant%1:18:03::
 5. sense_key=giant%1:18:00::
 6. sense_key=giant%1:18:02::
 7. sense_key=giant%1:17:00::

 So sense_key=giant%1:14:00:: is candidate 3.

 This is the correct choice because:
 - It specifically refers to enterprises/companies
 - The example "Walton built a retail giant" parallels "oil giants"
 - The context is about oil companies bidding for contracts
 - "Giants" in business contexts almost always refers to large corporations (sense 3) rather than important people (sense 2) or large powerful entities (sense 5)

 While sense 2 (person of exceptional importance) could metaphorically apply to companies treated as persons, sense 3 is more accurate because it specifically denotes large enterprises/corporations.

 The JSON output should be: {"sense_index": 3}

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: analyst
Target surface form: analysts
Context:
The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised <t>analysts</t>. Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=analyst%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who is skilled at analyzing data
2. sense_key=analyst%1:18:02:: | definition=an expert who studies financial data (on credit or securities or sales or financial patterns etc.) and recommends appropriate business actions
3. sense_key=analyst%1:18:01:: | definition=a licensed practitioner of psychoanalysis | synonyms=psychoanalyst

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "analysts" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The text is about oil deals in Iraq involving foreign oil companies
 - It mentions American companies, Chinese, Russian and European oil firms
 - It discusses the oil industry, auctions, fields, stakes
 - The sentence says: "The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised <t>analysts</t>."
 - There's a quote from Ruba Husari (editor of Iraq Oil Forum) discussing the situation

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:
 1. analyst%1:18:00:: - someone who is skilled at analyzing data (general sense)
 2. analyst%1:18:02:: - an expert who studies financial data (on credit or securities or sales or financial patterns etc.) and recommends appropriate business actions (financial/business analyst)
 3. analyst%1:18:01:: - a licensed practitioner of psychoanalysis (psychoanalyst)

 Context clues:
 - The context is about oil industry, business deals, foreign investment
 - The analysts are surprised by business/economic developments (American oil companies not getting many deals)
 - This is clearly a business/financial context, not a general data analysis context, and definitely not a psychoanalysis context

 Sense 2 specifically mentions "an expert who studies financial data... and recommends appropriate business actions" and mentions "sales or financial patterns" which fits with analyzing oil industry deals, auctions, and business representation.

 Sense 1 is too general. While sense 2 is a hyponym of sense 1, the specific context of oil industry business deals and financial patterns points to sense 2 (financial/business analyst).

 Sense 3 is completely unrelated (psychoanalysis).

 Therefore, the best sense is sense 2 (index 2).

 Wait, let me check the indexing. The user lists:
 1. sense_key=analyst%1:18:00::
 2. sense_key=analyst%1:18:02::
 3. sense_key=analyst%1:18:01::

 So the indices are:
 - Index 1: analyst%1:18:00:: (general)
 - Index 2: analyst%1:18:02:: (financial)
 - Index 3: analyst%1:18:01:: (psychoanalyst)

 The context is about oil industry business analysis, so sense 2 (financial analyst) is the correct one.

 The output should be: {"sense_index": 2}


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

[User]
Target lemma: door
Target surface form: doors
Context:
American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts. Iraq finally opened its <t>doors</t> after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet. It will be a long time before anything else will be on offer in Iraq.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=door%1:06:00:: | definition=a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle | examples=he knocked on the door; he slammed the door as he left
2. sense_key=door%1:06:01:: | definition=the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close | synonyms=doorway, room access, threshold | examples=he stuck his head in the doorway
3. sense_key=door%1:07:00:: | definition=anything providing a means of access (or escape) | examples=we closed the door to Haitian immigrants; education is the door to success
4. sense_key=door%1:06:04:: | definition=a structure where people live or work (usually ordered along a street or road) | examples=the office next door; they live two doors up the street from us
5. sense_key=door%1:06:03:: | definition=a room that is entered via a door | examples=his office is the third door down the hall on the left

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 user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation (WSD) for the word "doors" in the given context.

 Context analysis:
 - The text is about Iraq opening its oil industry to foreign companies
 - The specific sentence: "Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way"
 - Here "opened its doors" is an idiom/metaphorical usage
 - It means Iraq is providing access to its oil industry/market to foreign companies
 - It's not referring to physical doors (swinging barriers, doorways, or structures)
 - It's about providing opportunity/access

 Looking at the candidate senses:
 1. sense_key=door%1:06:00:: - Physical swinging/sliding barrier (literal door)
 2. sense_key=door%1:06:01:: - The entrance/space in a wall (doorway) - physical
 3. sense_key=door%1:07:00:: - Anything providing a means of access (or escape) - metaphorical
 4. sense_key=door%1:06:04:: - A structure where people live or work (like "next door")
 5. sense_key=door%1:06:03:: - A room entered via a door

 The phrase "opened its doors" in this context is metaphorical, meaning Iraq is providing access to its oil industry. This matches sense 3: "anything providing a means of access (or escape)" with the example "education is the door to success" being similarly metaphorical.

 The example "we closed the door to Haitian immigrants" is also metaphorical about access/opportunity, which aligns perfectly with "opened its doors" regarding Iraq's oil industry.

 Therefore, the correct sense is index 3.