[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: begin
Target surface form: began
Context:
Toward the end of his fourth hairy highball, while he was moodily making wet rings on the table-top with the bottom of the glass, he became aware that he was not alone. He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He <t>began</t> to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=begin%2:30:00:: | definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | synonyms=get down, get, start out, start, set about, set out | examples=We began working at dawn; Who will start?
2. sense_key=begin%2:42:00:: | definition=have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | synonyms=start | examples=The DMZ begins right over the hill; The second movement begins after the Allegro
3. sense_key=begin%2:30:01:: | definition=set in motion, cause to start | synonyms=lead off, start, commence | examples=The U.S. started a war in the Middle East; The Iraqis began hostilities
4. sense_key=begin%2:32:03:: | definition=begin to speak or say;  he began | examples=Now listen, friends,
5. sense_key=begin%2:42:02:: | definition=be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series | examples=The number `one' begins the sequence; A terrible murder begins the novel
6. sense_key=begin%2:42:04:: | definition=have a beginning, of a temporal event | examples=WW II began in 1939 when Hitler marched into Poland; The company's Asia tour begins next month
7. sense_key=begin%2:42:03:: | definition=have a beginning characterized in some specified way | synonyms=start | examples=The novel begins with a murder; My property begins with the three maple trees
8. sense_key=begin%2:41:04:: | definition=begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object | synonyms=start | examples=begin a cigar; She started the soup while it was still hot
9. sense_key=begin%2:41:00:: | definition=achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative | examples=This economic measure doesn't even begin to deal with the problem of inflation; You cannot even begin to understand the problem we had to deal with during the war
10. sense_key=begin%2:32:04:: | definition=begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language | examples=She began Russian at an early age; We started French in fourth grade

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 "began" in the given context.

Let me analyze the context:
"He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing."

The structure is "He began to wish..." - this means he started to have a wish/feeling. This is about initiating a mental state or action.

Let me look at the candidate senses:

1. begin%2:30:00:: - take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | examples: We began working at dawn
2. begin%2:42:00:: - have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | examples: The DMZ begins right over the hill
3. begin%2:30:01:: - set in motion, cause to start | examples: The U.S. started a war
4. begin%2:32:03:: - begin to speak or say; he began | examples: Now listen, friends,
5. begin%2:42:02:: - be the first item or point | examples: The number `one' begins the sequence
6. begin%2:42:04:: - have a beginning, of a temporal event | examples: WW II began in 1939
7. begin%2:42:03:: - have a beginning characterized in some specified way | examples: The novel begins with a murder
8. begin%2:41:04:: - begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object | examples: begin a cigar
9. begin%2:41:00:: - achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative | examples: doesn't even begin to deal with
10. begin%2:32:04:: - begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language | examples: She began Russian

The sentence is: "He began to wish..."

This is an intransitive use where the subject starts to experience a mental state. "Wish" here is a verb complement (to wish).

Looking at sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - examples include "We began working at dawn". "He began to wish" fits here as taking the first step in the mental action of wishing.

Sense 9 is specifically for negative polarity "doesn't even begin to" - not applicable here.

Sense 4 is about speaking: "begin to speak or say" - not applicable, he's not speaking, he's wishing.

Sense 8 requires a direct object that implies the event: "begin a cigar" - but here we have "to wish" as an infinitive complement, not a direct object like "begin a cigar".

Sense 1 seems most appropriate: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - wishing is a mental action. The examples show "began working" (verbal complement) and this is similar to "began to wish" (infinitive complement).

Wait, let me reconsider. Is there a sense that specifically covers "begin to <verb>" where it's about starting an activity?

Sense 1: begin%2:30:00:: - take the first step or steps in carrying out an action. This is the general sense of starting to do something. The examples show "We began working at dawn" and "Who will start?"

Sense 2: have a beginning (intransitive, stative) - "The DMZ begins right over the hill" - not applicable.

Sense 6: have a beginning of a temporal event - "WW II began" - not applicable since "he" is an agent.

Sense 7: have a beginning characterized in some specified way - "The novel begins with a murder" - not applicable.

So sense 1 is the best fit. The subject "He" is the agent initiating the mental action of wishing.

Actually, looking more carefully at WordNet frames, sense 1 (begin%2:30:00::) is typically used with animate subjects starting activities. "He began to wish" - he started the activity/process of wishing.

Sense 9 (begin%2:41:00::) is specifically for the idiom "not begin to" which is not the case here.

Therefore, the answer should be sense_index: 1.

Wait, I need to be careful. Let me look at sense 4 again: "begin to speak or say; he began" - example "Now listen, friends,". This seems to be a specific use for direct speech or utterance. But "wish" is not speech here (it's not "he began to say 'I wish'"), it's a mental state.

Sense 1 is definitely the right choice. The subject is undertaking an action (mental though it may be).

Actually, looking at the examples for sense 1: "We began working at dawn; Who will start?" - these are activities. Wishing is an activity/process here.

So I'll go with 1.


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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: wish
Target surface form: wish
Context:
Toward the end of his fourth hairy highball, while he was moodily making wet rings on the table-top with the bottom of the glass, he became aware that he was not alone. He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to <t>wish</t> that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=wish%2:37:00:: | definition=hope for; have a wish | examples=I wish I could go home now
2. sense_key=wish%2:37:02:: | definition=prefer or wish to do something | synonyms=care, like | examples=Do you care to try this dish?; Would you like to come along to the movies?
3. sense_key=wish%2:32:02:: | definition=make or express a wish | examples=I wish that Christmas were over
4. sense_key=wish%2:37:01:: | definition=feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of | synonyms=wish well
5. sense_key=wish%2:32:01:: | definition=order politely; express a wish for
6. sense_key=wish%2:32:00:: | definition=invoke upon | synonyms=bid | examples=wish you a nice evening; bid farewell

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 on the word "wish" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The character Haney is in a bar, feeling uncomfortable with a stranger (Pete)
 - He feels trapped in the corner with this "wiry, dark little man"
 - He "began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing"
 - This is a counterfactual wish - he regrets shouting and wishes the past were different

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=wish%2:37:00:: | definition=hope for; have a wish | examples=I wish I could go home now
    - This seems to fit. The example "I wish I could go home now" is similar to wishing something hadn't happened.

 2. sense_key=wish%2:37:02:: | definition=prefer or wish to do something | synonyms=care, like | examples=Do you care to try this dish?; Would you like to come along to the movies?
    - This is about preference for actions, not regret about past events. Doesn't fit.

 3. sense_key=wish%2:32:02:: | definition=make or express a wish | examples=I wish that Christmas were over
    - This is about expressing or making a wish. The context here is internal - he began to wish (internally), not necessarily expressing it out loud. But the example "I wish that Christmas were over" is similar in structure to wishing something hadn't happened.

 4. sense_key=wish%2:37:01:: | definition=feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of | synonyms=wish well
    - This is about wishing well for someone/something, not about counterfactual past wishes.

 5. sense_key=wish%2:32:01:: | definition=order politely; express a wish for
    - This is about polite requests/orders. Doesn't fit.

 6. sense_key=wish%2:32:00:: | definition=invoke upon | synonyms=bid | examples=wish you a nice evening; bid farewell
    - This is about well-wishing (greetings, farewells). Doesn't fit.

 Now between sense 1 and sense 3:

 Sense 1: "hope for; have a wish" - example: "I wish I could go home now"
 Sense 3: "make or express a wish" - example: "I wish that Christmas were over"

 The context: "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening..."

 This is a counterfactual wish about the past (regret). Both sense 1 and 3 could potentially apply, but let's look more carefully.

 Sense 1 (wish%2:37:00::) is typically about hoping for something, having a wish. The verb frames often include:
 - wish for (something)
 - wish (that) [subjunctive]

 Sense 3 (wish%2:32:02::) is defined as "make or express a wish". This seems to emphasize the act of expressing or making the wish known.

 In the context, Haney is internally wishing - "he began to wish" - this is an internal mental state, not necessarily expressing it out loud. However, the example for sense 3 "I wish that Christmas were over" is structurally very similar to "he began to wish that he hadn't shouted..."

 Let me check WordNet more carefully. In WordNet:
 - wish%2:37:00:: is the sense for "hope for; have a wish" - this is the general sense of desiring something.
 - wish%2:32:02:: is "make or express a wish" - this is about the speech act or expression.

 Actually, looking at the examples:
 - Sense 1 example: "I wish I could go home now" - this is a counterfactual/desire about present situation
 - Sense 3 example: "I wish that Christmas were over" - this is also a counterfactual/desire

 But the key difference is:
 - Sense 1 is about the mental state of hoping/having a wish
 - Sense 3 is about making or expressing a wish

 In the text: "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted..." - this describes the onset of a mental state (regret/desire that the past were different). It's about hoping/desiring that the past had been different. This aligns with sense 1.

 However, I need to be careful. In WordNet, the distinction between these senses can be subtle.

 Let me look at the specific sense keys:
 - wish%2:37:00:: - this is under verb group "desire" (37)
 - wish%2:32:02:: - this is under verb group "communication" (32)

 The context describes an internal feeling: "He began to wish..." - he is hoping/desiring that he hadn't shouted. This is a mental state (desire), not necessarily a communicative act (though wishes can be internal).

 Actually, looking at the example for sense 3 again: "I wish that Christmas were over" - this could be spoken or internal.

 But sense 1 "hope for; have a wish" with example "I wish I could go home now" seems to be the general sense of wishing for something.

 Wait, I should look at the specific WordNet definitions more carefully. The user provided:
 1. hope for; have a wish
 3. make or express a wish

 The key is "make or express" vs "hope for; have".

 In the context, is he expressing it or just thinking it? The text says "He began to wish that..." which suggests an internal mental process. He is hoping/desiring that the past were different. This is sense 1.

 But let me reconsider. The example for sense 3 is "I wish that Christmas were over" which is identical in structure to the target usage. The example for sense 1 is "I wish I could go home now".

 Actually, looking at standard WordNet:
 - wish.v.01 (200002437) - "hope for; have a wish" - "I wish I could go home now"
 - wish.v.02 (200002437?) - no, let me check the actual WordNet sense numbering...

 The sense keys provided:
 1. wish%2:37:00::
 2. wish%2:37:02::
 3. wish%2:32:02::
 4. wish%2:37:01::
 5. wish%2:32:01::
 6. wish%2:32:00::

 In WordNet 3.0/3.1:
 - wish%2:37:00:: = wish.v.01 = hope for; have a wish
 - wish%2:37:01:: = wish.v.02 = prefer or wish to do something (synonyms: care, like)
 - wish%2:37:02:: = wish.v.03 = feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of (wish well)

 Wait, the user has:
 2. sense_key=wish%2:37:02:: | definition=prefer or wish to do something | synonyms=care, like
 4. sense_key=wish%2:37:01:: | definition=feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of | synonyms=wish well

 So the user has swapped the order or the sense keys are different. Actually, looking at the lexicographer files:
 - 37 is "verbs of desire"
 - 32 is "verbs of communication"

 So:
 - wish%2:37:00:: = hope for; have a wish
 - wish%2:37:01:: = feel or express a desire... (wish well)
 - wish%2:37:02:: = prefer or wish to do something

 And for communication:
 - wish%2:32:00:: = invoke upon (bid)
 - wish%2:32:01:: = order politely
 - wish%2:32:02:: = make or express a wish

 Now, the context: "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted..."

 This is clearly a desire/hope that the past were different. It's not "wish well" (sense 4), not "prefer to do something" (sense 2), not "invoke upon" (sense 6), not "order politely" (sense 5).

 It's between sense 1 (hope for; have a wish) and sense 3 (make or express a wish).

 The distinction is:
 - Sense 1: having the mental state of wishing, hoping for something
 - Sense 3: making or expressing a wish (communication)

 In the context, is he expressing it or just thinking it? "He began to wish that..." usually implies an internal mental state. However, the example for sense 3 "I wish that Christmas were over" is very similar.

 But looking at the definition of sense 3: "make or express a wish" - this emphasizes the communicative aspect. The example "I wish that Christmas were over" could be spoken aloud.

 However, in the narrative context, this is free indirect discourse or internal monologue. He is regretting, hoping that he hadn't shouted. This is the desiderative sense (sense 1).

 Actually, looking at WordNet examples online:
 For wish.v.01 (hope for; have a wish): "I wish I could go home now"
 For wish.v.03 (make or express a wish): "I wish that Christmas were over"

 Both involve counterfactuals. The difference is subtle. But wish.v.03 is under "verbs of communication" (32), while wish.v.01 is under "verbs of desire" (37).

 The context describes an internal psychological state: "He began to wish..." - this is about his desire/hope, not about communicating something to someone. Therefore, sense 1 (wish%2:37:00::) is the best fit.

 Wait, I should double-check sense 4: "feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of" - this is "wish well". The example would be "I wish you luck". This doesn't fit because he's not wishing well for someone else, he's wishing about his own past action.

 So the choice is between 1 and 3.

 Given that:
 - The context is internal monologue/desire (he's trapped, feeling uncomfortable, regretting)
 - The definition of sense 1 is "hope for; have a wish" which captures the mental state
 - Sense 3 is "make or express a wish" which implies communication

 I choose sense 1.

 But wait, let me look at the example for sense 3 again: "I wish that Christmas were over". This is structurally identical to "he wished that he hadn't shouted". And in many dictionaries, this specific construction (wish + that-clause with counterfactual past) is the primary meaning.

 However, in WordNet, the sense "make or express a wish" (sense 3) vs "hope for; have a wish" (sense 1) - the distinction is whether it's communicative or not.

 Actually, looking at the WordNet gloss for wish.v.03 (which should be wish%2:32:02::): "make or express a wish"
 And wish.v.01 (wish%2:37:00::): "hope for; have a wish"

 The key is that sense 1 is about the mental state of hoping, while sense 3 is about the act of expressing.

 In the sentence "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted", this is clearly describing the onset of a mental state (regret/desire), not an act of communication. Therefore, sense 1 is correct.

 Final check: Could it be sense 2? "prefer or wish to do something" - no, he's not preferring to do something, he's wishing that something hadn't happened (counterfactual about past).

 Sense 4? "wish well" - no.

 Sense 5? "order politely" - no.

 Sense 6? "invoke upon" - no.

 So it's between 1 and 3. I believe 1 is correct because it's about having/hoping for a wish (mental state), not making/expressing it (communication).

 Therefore: {"sense_index": 1}

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

[User]
Target lemma: shout
Target surface form: shouted
Context:
Toward the end of his fourth hairy highball, while he was moodily making wet rings on the table-top with the bottom of the glass, he became aware that he was not alone. He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't <t>shouted</t> that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=shout%2:32:00:: | definition=utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking) | examples=My grandmother is hard of hearing--you'll have to shout
2. sense_key=shout%2:32:01:: | definition=utter a sudden loud cry | synonyms=shout out, cry, call, yell, scream, holler | examples=she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle; I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me
3. sense_key=shout%2:32:08:: | definition=utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy | synonyms=exclaim, cry, cry out, outcry, call out | examples=`I won!' he exclaimed; `Help!' she cried
4. sense_key=shout%2:32:12:: | definition=use foul or abusive language towards | synonyms=abuse, clapperclaw, blackguard | examples=The actress abused the policeman who gave her a parking ticket; The angry mother shouted at the teacher

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 "shouted" in the given context.

Let me analyze the context:
- The character Haney is in a bar, feeling uncomfortable with a stranger
- He is recalling an incident: "that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing"
- He "shouted" during that incident with the truck
- He regrets having shouted because now this creepy stranger seems to have attached himself to Haney

Now let's look at the candidate senses:

1. sense_key=shout%2:32:00:: | definition=utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking) | examples=My grandmother is hard of hearing--you'll have to shout
   - This seems to be about speaking loudly as a characteristic manner (like shouting because someone is deaf). The example suggests habitual or characteristic loud speaking.

2. sense_key=shout%2:32:01:: | definition=utter a sudden loud cry | synonyms=shout out, cry, call, yell, scream, holler | examples=she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle; I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me
   - This is about a sudden loud cry, often to get attention or due to emotion/pain. The example mentions yelling to someone who couldn't hear.

3. sense_key=shout%2:32:08:: | definition=utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy | synonyms=exclaim, cry, cry out, outcry, call out | examples=`I won!' he exclaimed; `Help!' she cried
   - This is about exclaiming, often with specific emotions like surprise, horror, or joy. The examples show exclamations of specific utterances.

4. sense_key=shout%2:32:12:: | definition=use foul or abusive language towards | synonyms=abuse, clapperclaw, blackguard | examples=The actress abused the policeman who gave her a parking ticket; The angry mother shouted at the teacher
   - This is about shouting AT someone in an abusive way.

Now, looking at the context: "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing."

When a truck bears down through a crossing, this is a dangerous situation. The shouting here is likely:
- A sudden loud cry (sense 2) - perhaps to warn others, or out of fear/alert
- Or possibly an exclamation of surprise/horror (sense 3)

But let's look more carefully. The context suggests Haney shouted at the crossing when the truck was coming. This could be:
- A warning shout (sudden loud cry to alert others)
- A shout of fear/surprise

Sense 2 (utter a sudden loud cry) fits well with warning someone or reacting to danger. When a truck bears down on you, you might shout (yell/cry out) suddenly.

Sense 3 (utter aloud with surprise, horror, or joy) could also fit because a truck bearing down would cause horror or surprise.

However, looking at the examples:
- Sense 2: "she cried with pain", "I yelled to her from the window" - this is about vocalizing loudly to communicate or express
- Sense 3: "'I won!' he exclaimed", "'Help!' she cried" - this is about specific exclamations, often with quoted speech

In the context, there's no quoted speech indicated for what he shouted. It's describing the action of shouting when a truck was bearing down. This is likely a sudden loud cry to warn others or out of alarm.

Also, sense 2 has synonyms like "yell, scream, holler" which fit a dangerous traffic situation better than "exclaim" (sense 3).

Sense 1 is about characteristic manner of speaking (being loud generally), not a specific instance.

Sense 4 is about abusive language, which doesn't fit here (he's not shouting AT someone in anger/abuse, he's shouting because of a truck).

Between sense 2 and 3:
- Sense 2: "utter a sudden loud cry" - fits warning about a truck
- Sense 3: "utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy" - also could fit

But sense 2 seems more appropriate for a warning cry or reaction to danger. The example "I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me" suggests communication or attention-getting, which aligns with shouting when a truck is coming (to warn others or the driver).

Also, looking at the WordNet sense keys:
- shout%2:32:00:: (sense 1)
- shout%2:32:01:: (sense 2)
- shout%2:32:08:: (sense 3)
- shout%2:32:12:: (sense 4)

The numbering in the sense keys (01, 08, 12) suggests these are different senses.

Actually, looking at standard WordNet for "shout":
- Sense 1: speak loudly (as to deaf person)
- Sense 2: utter a sudden loud cry (shout, shout out, cry, call, yell, scream, holler)
- Sense 3: exclaim (shout, exclaim, cry, cry out, outcry, call out)

In the context of a truck bearing down through a crossing, the most likely meaning is a sudden loud cry (sense 2) - either to warn others or as a reaction to fear. This is distinct from exclaiming specific words (sense 3).

The phrase "shouted that other evening when the truck bore down" suggests a sudden vocal reaction to the dangerous event, fitting "utter a sudden loud cry" better than "utter aloud with surprise/horror" (though both are close).

But sense 2 is the more general "sudden loud cry" while sense 3 is specifically about exclamations of emotion with specific content. Since we don't know what words he shouted, and it's likely just a loud noise/warning, sense 2 is better.

Wait, I should check if there's any indication he was shouting AT someone. The text says "shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing" - this doesn't specify he was shouting at the truck or at people, just that he shouted during that incident.

Given the options, sense 2 (utter a sudden loud cry) is the best fit.

Actually, looking at the instruction: "Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}"

So I need to return the index number. The senses are listed as 1, 2, 3, 4.

So if I choose sense 2, I return {"sense_index": 2}.

Let me double-check sense 3 vs sense 2.

Sense 3 examples: "`I won!' he exclaimed; `Help!' she cried"
These are specific utterances with quoted content.

Sense 2 examples: "she cried with pain...; I yelled to her from the window..."
These are about the vocal act itself.

In the context, Haney shouted when the truck bore down. This is likely a yell of alarm or warning, not necessarily specific words like "Help!" (though it could be). But sense 2 covers the general "sudden loud cry" which includes yelling in alarm.

Also, sense 2 includes "yell" and "scream" which are common reactions to danger.

Therefore, sense_index should be 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: other
Target surface form: other
Context:
Toward the end of his fourth hairy highball, while he was moodily making wet rings on the table-top with the bottom of the glass, he became aware that he was not alone. He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that <t>other</t> evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=other%3:00:00:: | definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day; the construction of highways and other public works
2. sense_key=other%5:00:00:past:00 | definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
3. sense_key=other%5:00:02:past:00 | definition=belonging to the distant past | synonyms=early, former | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe; former generations
4. sense_key=other%5:00:00:strange:00 | definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail

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 "other" in the given context.

Context analysis:
- The sentence is: "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that <t>other</t> evening when the truck bore down through the crossing."
- The phrase is "that other evening"
- This is referring to a recent past evening (the time when the truck bore down through the crossing)
- The character is reflecting on something that happened recently ("that other evening")

Candidate sense analysis:
1. sense_key=other%3:00:00:: - definition: not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied. This is the general sense of "other" meaning different or additional. Example: "today isn't any other day"
2. sense_key=other%5:00:00:past:00 - definition: recently past. Example: "the other evening"
3. sense_key=other%5:00:02:past:00 - definition: belonging to the distant past (synonyms: early, former). Example: "the early inhabitants of Europe"
4. sense_key=other%5:00:00:strange:00 - definition: very unusual; different (synonyms imply strangeness). Example: "a strange, other dimension"

The context uses the phrase "that other evening". This is a specific idiom or usage where "other" means "recently past" - referring to the evening before or a recent evening.

Sense 2 explicitly mentions "the other evening" as an example and defines it as "recently past".

Sense 3 refers to distant past, not recent past.

Sense 1 is too general and doesn't capture the temporal "recently past" meaning.

Sense 4 is about strangeness/unusualness, which doesn't fit.

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.

Wait, let me double-check the indexing. The user lists:
1. sense_key=other%3:00:00::
2. sense_key=other%5:00:00:past:00
3. sense_key=other%5:00:02:past:00
4. sense_key=other%5:00:00:strange:00

So sense_index would be 2.

The phrase "the other evening" is a standard expression meaning "a recent evening" or "the evening before" or "some evening recently past".

Yes, sense 2 is definitely the correct one.

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

[User]
Target lemma: evening
Target surface form: evening
Context:
Toward the end of his fourth hairy highball, while he was moodily making wet rings on the table-top with the bottom of the glass, he became aware that he was not alone. He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other <t>evening</t> when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=evening%1:28:00:: | definition=the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) | synonyms=eve, even, eventide | examples=he enjoyed the evening light across the lake
2. sense_key=evening%1:28:01:: | definition=a later concluding time period | examples=it was the evening of the Roman Empire
3. sense_key=evening%1:28:02:: | definition=the early part of night (from dinner until bedtime) spent in a special way | examples=an evening at the opera

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 "evening" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:

 "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other <t>evening</t> when the truck bore down through the crossing."

 The target word "evening" is being used in the phrase "that other evening" which refers to a specific time in the past - likely referring to a previous day/event when a truck bore down through a crossing.

 Now let me look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=evening%1:28:00:: | definition=the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) | synonyms=eve, even, eventide | examples=he enjoyed the evening light across the lake

 This refers to the time of day - late afternoon to nightfall.

 2. sense_key=evening%1:28:01:: | definition=a later concluding time period | examples=it was the evening of the Roman Empire

 This is a metaphorical usage referring to a concluding period of something (like the "evening" of one's life or an empire).

 3. sense_key=evening%1:28:02:: | definition=the early part of night (from dinner until bedtime) spent in a special way | examples=an evening at the opera

 This refers to an evening as an occasion/event (social occasion), specifically the early part of night spent in a special way.

 In the context: "that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing"

 This seems to refer to a specific time/day - "that other evening" meaning a specific previous evening (time of day). It's referring to a past occasion when a truck came through a crossing.

 However, looking carefully at the phrasing: "that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing" - this is referring to a specific time period (the latter part of a specific day).

 The phrase "that other evening" suggests a specific instance of the time of day, not necessarily a social occasion (sense 3), and not a metaphorical concluding period (sense 2).

 Sense 1 seems most appropriate: "the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)". This refers to a specific time of day when the incident with the truck occurred.

 Wait, let me reconsider sense 3: "the early part of night (from dinner until bedtime) spent in a special way". The example is "an evening at the opera". This seems to emphasize the social/activity aspect.

 In the context, "that other evening" is referring to a specific time when an event occurred (truck bearing down). It doesn't necessarily imply it was "spent in a special way" - it just refers to the time of day.

 Sense 1 is the general time-of-day meaning: "the latter part of the day".

 Sense 2 is clearly metaphorical and doesn't fit here (not referring to the decline of an empire or era).

 So between 1 and 3:
 - Sense 1: General time of day (late afternoon to nightfall)
 - Sense 3: Early part of night spent in a special way (social occasion)

 "That other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing" - this is describing a time when an incident occurred. It seems to be using the general time-of-day meaning (sense 1), not specifically emphasizing that it was a social occasion or "spent in a special way."

 However, looking at the example for sense 1: "he enjoyed the evening light across the lake" - this emphasizes the physical time period and light.

 The context mentions "that other evening" - this is a common way to refer to a previous day/time. "I saw him the other evening" = I saw him the other day in the evening.

 Actually, looking more carefully at WordNet definitions:
 - Sense 1 (evening%1:28:00::): the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
 - Sense 3 (evening%1:28:02::): the early part of night (from dinner until bedtime) spent in a special way

 The distinction is subtle. Sense 3 specifically mentions "spent in a special way" and gives "an evening at the opera" as an example. This suggests sense 3 is about the evening as an event/occasion.

 In the text: "that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing" - this is referring to a specific past time. It's not emphasizing that it was "spent in a special way" (like an evening at the opera), but rather specifying the time when an incident occurred.

 Also, looking at the broader context: The narrator is in a bar, recalling a previous encounter or incident. "that other evening" refers to a previous day/time.

 I think sense 1 is correct. The phrase "that other evening" refers to a specific instance of the time period defined in sense 1.

 Let me double-check by looking at typical WSD for "evening" in similar contexts.

 "The other evening" is an idiomatic expression meaning "a few evenings ago" or "on a recent evening". This refers to the time of day (sense 1), not necessarily a social occasion (sense 3), and certainly not a metaphorical decline (sense 2).

 Therefore, the answer should be sense_index: 1.

 Wait, I need to be careful about the indexing. The user lists:
 1. sense_key=evening%1:28:00::
 2. sense_key=evening%1:28:01::
 3. sense_key=evening%1:28:02::

 So I should return {"sense_index": 1}

 But let me reconsider if it could be sense 3. Is "that other evening" referring to an occasion? "An evening at the opera" - clearly an occasion. "That other evening when..." could be interpreted as referring to an occasion/event. However, the definition of sense 3 specifically says "spent in a special way". The context doesn't suggest the evening was spent in a special way - it mentions a truck bearing down through a crossing, which sounds like an accident or dangerous situation, not necessarily a "special way" of spending the evening.

 Also, sense 1 synonyms include "eve, even, eventide" which are general terms for the time of day.

 I think sense 1 is clearly the best fit.

 Final check: The context is "he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing". This means "on that previous evening when the truck...". This is referring to the time of day.

 Answer: {"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: truck
Target surface form: truck
Context:
Toward the end of his fourth hairy highball, while he was moodily making wet rings on the table-top with the bottom of the glass, he became aware that he was not alone. He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the <t>truck</t> bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=truck%1:06:00:: | definition=an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling | synonyms=motortruck
2. sense_key=truck%1:06:01:: | definition=a handcart that has a frame with two low wheels and a ledge at the bottom and handles at the top; used to move crates or other heavy objects | synonyms=hand truck

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 "truck" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The passage describes a scene in a bar with a character named Haney who is drinking
 - He notices a stranger sitting across from him
 - The text mentions: "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the <t>truck</t> bore down through the crossing."

 Key clues:
 - "bore down through the crossing" - this suggests a vehicle moving through a crossing (like a railroad crossing or street crossing)
 - "shouted" - implies a dangerous situation where someone might shout a warning
 - The context suggests a large vehicle that could be dangerous at a crossing

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=truck%1:06:00:: | definition=an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling | synonyms=motortruck
    - This refers to a motor vehicle, like a delivery truck, semi-truck, etc.
    - This fits the context of something "bearing down through the crossing" - a large motor vehicle at a crossing could be dangerous and cause someone to shout

 2. sense_key=truck%1:06:01:: | definition=a handcart that has a frame with two low wheels and a ledge at the bottom and handles at the top; used to move crates or other heavy objects | synonyms=hand truck
    - This is a hand truck/dolly used for moving heavy objects manually
    - A hand truck would not "bear down through a crossing" in a way that would cause someone to shout in fear or warning
    - Hand trucks are pushed by people and move slowly

 The context clearly indicates a large, potentially dangerous vehicle that moves under its own power through a crossing. This matches sense 1 (the automotive vehicle), not sense 2 (the handcart).

 Therefore, the correct sense is index 1.

 Wait, let me double-check the sense indices. The user lists:
 1. sense_key=truck%1:06:00:: ...
 2. sense_key=truck%1:06:01:: ...

 So sense_index should be 1.

 The user asks for a JSON object like {"sense_index": 3}, so I should return {"sense_index": 1}.

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

[User]
Target lemma: bear_down
Target surface form: bore down
Context:
Toward the end of his fourth hairy highball, while he was moodily making wet rings on the table-top with the bottom of the glass, he became aware that he was not alone. He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck <t>bore down</t> through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=bear_down%2:35:00:: | definition=exert a force with a heavy weight | synonyms=drag down, bear down on, press down on, weigh down | examples=The snow bore down on the roof
2. sense_key=bear_down%2:35:01:: | definition=contract the abdominal muscles during childbirth to ease delivery | synonyms=overbear
3. sense_key=bear_down%2:33:03:: | definition=to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle | synonyms=charge | examples=he saw Jess charging at him with a pitchfork
4. sense_key=bear_down%2:33:00:: | definition=exert full strength | examples=The pitcher bore down
5. sense_key=bear_down%2:32:12:: | definition=pay special attention to | examples=The lectures bore down on the political background
6. sense_key=bear_down%2:32:01:: | definition=exert a force or cause a strain upon | examples=This tax bears down on the lower middle class

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 lemma "bear_down" with the surface form "bore down" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The sentence is: "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck <t>bore down</t> through the crossing."
 - Context: A man named Haney is in a bar, feeling uncomfortable with a stranger. He's remembering a previous evening when a truck "bore down" through a crossing.
 - The phrase "bore down" here describes a truck moving through a crossing.
 - The implication seems to be that the truck was moving quickly or aggressively toward/through the crossing.

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=bear_down%2:35:00:: | definition=exert a force with a heavy weight | synonyms=drag down, bear down on, press down on, weigh down | examples=The snow bore down on the roof
    - This is about physical weight/pressure, like snow on a roof. Doesn't fit a truck moving through a crossing.

 2. sense_key=bear_down%2:35:01:: | definition=contract the abdominal muscles during childbirth to ease delivery | synonyms=overbear
    - This is specific to childbirth. Not relevant here.

 3. sense_key=bear_down%2:33:03:: | definition=to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle | synonyms=charge | examples=he saw Jess charging at him with a pitchfork
    - This involves rushing, attacking, charging. A truck "bearing down" through a crossing suggests rapid movement, possibly aggressive or threatening movement. The example "charging at him with a pitchfork" suggests rapid movement toward something.

 4. sense_key=bear_down%2:33:00:: | definition=exert full strength | examples=The pitcher bore down
    - This is about concentrating effort/strength, like a pitcher in baseball throwing with full effort. Doesn't fit a truck moving through a crossing.

 5. sense_key=bear_down%2:32:12:: | definition=pay special attention to | examples=The lectures bore down on the political background
    - This is about focusing attention. Not relevant for a truck.

 6. sense_key=bear_down%2:32:01:: | definition=exert a force or cause a strain upon | examples=This tax bears down on the lower middle class
    - This is about pressure/strain, usually figurative (like taxes). Not about physical movement of a truck.

 Looking at sense 3: "to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle" with synonym "charge".
 The phrase "bore down through the crossing" with a truck suggests the truck was rushing through, moving quickly and perhaps threateningly. This matches the idea of "charging" or rushing at something.

 In English, "bear down" can mean to move rapidly toward something in a threatening manner. For example, "The truck bore down on the pedestrian" means the truck was moving quickly toward the pedestrian.

 In this context, "the truck bore down through the crossing" - the truck rushed through the crossing. This aligns with sense 3, which involves rushing or charging.

 Wait, let me double-check the exact wording. The example for sense 3 is "he saw Jess charging at him with a pitchfork" - this is about charging/rushing at someone.

 The truck "bore down through the crossing" - this suggests movement through a space, potentially rapidly or aggressively.

 Actually, looking more carefully at the context: "when the truck bore down through the crossing" - this could mean the truck was approaching the crossing rapidly. The phrase "bear down on" is often used to mean approach rapidly and threateningly.

 But sense 3 is defined as "to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle" - this seems to be the closest fit for a vehicle moving rapidly/aggresively.

 However, I should check if there's a sense about vehicles approaching. Sense 3 with "charge" seems to be the best fit among the options. The truck is moving rapidly through the crossing, which is consistent with "making a rush" or "charging."

 Sense 1 is about weight pressing down, which doesn't fit movement.
 Sense 6 is about exerting force/strain, usually figurative.
 Sense 4 is about exerting effort.
 Sense 5 is about attention.
 Sense 2 is about childbirth.

 So sense 3 is the only one that involves rapid movement or rushing, which fits a truck moving through a crossing (likely quickly or aggressively).

 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: crossing
Target surface form: crossing
Context:
Toward the end of his fourth hairy highball, while he was moodily making wet rings on the table-top with the bottom of the glass, he became aware that he was not alone. He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the <t>crossing</t>. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=crossing%1:04:01:: | definition=traveling across
2. sense_key=crossing%1:17:00:: | definition=a shallow area in a stream that can be forded | synonyms=ford
3. sense_key=crossing%1:15:00:: | definition=a point where two lines (paths or arcs etc.) intersect
4. sense_key=crossing%1:06:01:: | definition=a junction where one street or road crosses another | synonyms=intersection, crossroad, crossway, carrefour
5. sense_key=crossing%1:06:00:: | definition=a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other | synonyms=crosswalk, crossover
6. sense_key=crossing%1:04:02:: | definition=(genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids | synonyms=hybridization, hybridisation, crossbreeding, cross, interbreeding, hybridizing
7. sense_key=crossing%1:04:00:: | definition=a voyage across a body of water (usually across the Atlantic Ocean)

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 "crossing" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The sentence is: "He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the <t>crossing</t>."
 - Context: A man named Haney is in a bar, feeling trapped by a stranger. He's remembering an incident where he shouted when a truck bore down through the "crossing".
 - Key elements: "truck", "bore down through", "that other evening"

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=crossing%1:04:01:: | definition=traveling across
    - This refers to the act of traveling across something. But here we have a physical location where a truck bore down through.

 2. sense_key=crossing%1:17:00:: | definition=a shallow area in a stream that can be forded | synonyms=ford
    - This is a ford in a stream/river. While trucks can drive through fords, the phrase "bore down through" suggests something more like a railroad crossing or intersection where vehicles pass through.

 3. sense_key=crossing%1:15:00:: | definition=a point where two lines (paths or arcs etc.) intersect
    - This is a geometric intersection. Could work, but less specific than sense 4 or 5.

 4. sense_key=crossing%1:06:01:: | definition=a junction where one street or road crosses another | synonyms=intersection, crossroad, crossway, carrefour
    - This is a road intersection. A truck could "bear down through" an intersection.

 5. sense_key=crossing%1:06:00:: | definition=a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other | synonyms=crosswalk, crossover
    - This refers to a place where pedestrians or vehicles cross, like a crosswalk or railroad crossing. The phrase "truck bore down through the crossing" strongly suggests a railroad crossing (where a truck might be on the tracks when a train is coming) or possibly a crosswalk. But "bore down" suggests speed and danger, which fits a truck approaching a railroad crossing or intersection.

    Wait, "bore down through" - if it's a railroad crossing, the truck would be on the crossing (the place where the road crosses the tracks). But "bore down through" could mean the truck was moving through the crossing area.

    Actually, looking at sense 5: "a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other" - this is the place where you cross. So a railroad crossing is where a road crosses railroad tracks.

    Sense 4 is "a junction where one street or road crosses another" - that's an intersection of two roads.

    Which is more likely? "Truck bore down through the crossing" - this could be:
    - A railroad crossing (sense 5): The truck was on the railroad tracks/grade crossing
    - An intersection (sense 4): The truck was going through the intersection
    - A crosswalk (sense 5): But trucks don't usually "bear down through" crosswalks in this context

    The phrase "shouted that other evening" suggests a dangerous situation. If a truck bore down through a railroad crossing, that could be dangerous (train hitting truck, or truck almost hitting something). Or if it's an intersection, the truck could be running a red light or stop sign.

    But sense 5 specifically mentions "railroad" in the definition: "a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed". This is the grade crossing sense.

    However, sense 4 is specifically about streets/roads crossing each other.

    Let me look at the examples in WordNet for these senses to see which fits better.

    Actually, I should look at the context clues. The man is in a bar, recalling shouting when a truck bore down through the crossing. This sounds like it could be a railroad crossing incident - perhaps he shouted a warning because a train was coming and the truck was on the tracks, or the truck was approaching fast through a crossing (intersection).

    But "bore down" usually means to move quickly and menacingly toward something. If the truck bore down through the crossing, it could mean:
    1. The truck was moving fast through an intersection (sense 4)
    2. The truck was moving fast through a railroad crossing (sense 5)

    Between sense 4 and 5, sense 5 (crossing%1:06:00) is often used specifically for railroad crossings (grade crossings) or crosswalks. Sense 4 is for general road intersections.

    However, looking at the synonyms for sense 5: crosswalk, crossover. These are places for pedestrians or for crossing over something.

    Actually, looking carefully at sense 5: "a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other"
    - This is the place where crossing happens. So a "crossing" in this sense is the location.

    Sense 4: "a junction where one street or road crosses another" - this is also a location.

    The phrase "truck bore down through the crossing" - if it's a railroad crossing, the truck would be on the road that crosses the tracks. The "crossing" is the section of road that crosses the tracks.

    But wait, there's another possibility. Could it be sense 1 (traveling across)? No, that doesn't fit grammatically ("through the traveling across").

    Sense 7 (voyage across water)? No.

    Sense 6 (genetics)? No.

    So it's between 3, 4, and 5.

    Sense 3 is very abstract/geometric.

    Between 4 and 5:
    - Sense 4: intersection of roads
    - Sense 5: place where you cross (like a crosswalk or railroad crossing)

    The phrase "bore down through" suggests the truck was moving through this point. Both could work, but "crossing" in the context of vehicles and danger often refers to a railroad crossing (grade crossing). However, it could also be a road intersection.

    But looking at the specific wording: "the truck bore down through the crossing". If it were an intersection, we'd more likely say "through the intersection". But "crossing" is commonly used for railroad crossings.

    Also, sense 5 includes "crosswalk" as a synonym, but trucks don't typically bear down through crosswalks (that's for pedestrians).

    Actually, looking at WordNet sense 5 examples: "a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other"
    - This includes "railroad crossing" as a type.

    Sense 4 examples would be like "the accident happened at the crossing of Main and Elm".

    But the phrase "bore down through" implies speed and potential danger. Railroad crossings are often associated with danger (trains hitting vehicles).

    However, I should consider if there's a specific idiom here. "Bore down through the crossing" - this could mean the truck was approaching the crossing (intersection) at speed.

    Let me reconsider the context. The narrator is remembering shouting "that other evening". Shouting at a truck... this could be:
    - Shouting a warning because the truck was going to hit someone/something
    - Shouting because the truck almost hit him
    - Shouting at the driver

    If it's a railroad crossing, he might have shouted because the truck was stalled on the tracks, or because a train was coming.

    But actually, looking at the candidate senses again, I see that sense 5 is "a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other". This is the sense for "grade crossing" or "railroad crossing" or "crosswalk".

    Sense 4 is specifically for "a junction where one street or road crosses another".

    In many contexts, "crossing" without qualification often refers to a railroad crossing (especially in American English). But it can also refer to intersections.

    However, looking at the specific sense keys and definitions provided:
    - Sense 4: intersection, crossroad, crossway, carrefour
    - Sense 5: crosswalk, crossover

    "Crossover" is similar to a crossing place.

    But wait, I should look at the actual WordNet entries to be sure. Since I can't browse, I need to rely on the definitions given.

    Definition 5: "a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other"
    - This is the place where the crossing action happens. It's the crossing point.

    Definition 4: "a junction where one street or road crosses another"
    - This is specifically road-road intersection.

    Now, "truck bore down through the crossing":
    - If it's a railroad crossing, the truck is on the road portion that crosses the tracks.
    - If it's an intersection, the truck is going through the intersection.

    Both are plausible. But "crossing" is more commonly used for railroad crossings than for road intersections (which are usually called "intersections"). When people say "the crossing" in the context of vehicles and danger, they often mean railroad crossing.

    Also, the phrase "bore down" suggests the truck was moving fast and perhaps illegally or dangerously. Running a railroad crossing (going through when a train is coming) is a common dangerous scenario.

    However, looking at the synonyms for sense 5: crosswalk, crossover. A crosswalk is for pedestrians. A crossover is usually for vehicles changing lanes or for crossing over something.

    Actually, looking at WordNet 3.1 or similar:
    - Sense 5 (crossing%1:06:00) is indeed the "grade crossing" or "crosswalk" sense.
    - Sense 4 (crossing%1:06:01) is the "intersection" sense.

    Given the context of a truck and the evening, and shouting, I think sense 5 (railroad crossing) is slightly more likely, but sense 4 is also possible.

    Wait, I should look at the other words in the sentence. "the truck bore down through the crossing". If it were a railroad crossing, we might expect "at the crossing" rather than "through the crossing", but "through" works too (going through the crossing area).

    But actually, "bore down" usually takes a direction or target. "Bore down on" means approached fast. "Bore down through" is a bit unusual, but suggests moving through something with force.

    Let me reconsider sense 1: "traveling across" - no, that's an action, not a place.

    Sense 7: "a voyage across water" - no.

    So it's between 4 and 5.

    Actually, looking at the context again: "when the truck bore down through the crossing". This is a recollection of a past event. The man shouted. This suggests he was warning someone or reacting to danger.

    If I have to choose between the intersection of two roads (sense 4) and a place where something can be crossed like a railroad crossing (sense 5), I think the railroad crossing (sense 5) is the more specific and likely meaning for "crossing" used in this way, especially with the connotation of danger ("bore down").

    But I should check if there's any other clue. "that other evening" - evenings are dark, which might make railroad crossings more dangerous (harder to see trains).

    Also, in literature, "the crossing" often refers to a railroad crossing when mentioned in isolation like this.

    However, looking at the definition of sense 5 again: "a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other"
    - This is the location used for crossing.

    Definition 4: "a junction where one street or road crosses another"
    - This is the junction itself.

    I think sense 5 is the best fit because:
    1. It specifically mentions railroads as an example
    2. "Crossing" as a standalone noun often refers to a grade crossing
    3. The danger implied by "bore down" and "shouted" fits a near-miss at a railroad crossing

    But let me double-check sense 4. If it's an intersection, why call it "the crossing" rather than "the intersection"? It's possible, but less common in modern American English unless specified (like "the river crossing" or "the border crossing").

    Actually, "border crossing" would be sense 5 (a place where you cross).

    Given that sense 5 is defined as "a path... where something... can be crossed", and sense 4 is "a junction where one street... crosses another", and given that the truck is the subject doing the bearing down, and trucks drive on roads, if the road crosses railroad tracks, the truck goes through the crossing.

    I think sense 5 is correct.

    Wait, I should consider sense 2: "a shallow area in a stream that can be forded". Could a truck "bear down through" a ford? Yes, but "that other evening" and the bar context suggest an urban or semi-urban setting, not a stream ford. Also, "ford" is given as a synonym, and there's no mention of water.

    So sense 5 seems best.

    But I want to be careful. Let me look at the sense indices:
    1. traveling across
    2. shallow stream area (ford)
    3. point where lines intersect
    4. junction of streets (intersection)
    5. path where something can be crossed (crosswalk, railroad crossing)
    6. genetics
    7. voyage across water

    Given the context of a truck and danger, and the specific phrase "the crossing", sense 5 (index 5) is the most appropriate.

    However, I recall that in some WordNet versions, the railroad crossing sense might be grouped differently. But based on the definitions provided:

    Sense 4: "a junction where one street or road crosses another" - synonyms: intersection, crossroad, crossway, carrefour
    Sense 5: "a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other" - synonyms: crosswalk, crossover

    The key difference is that sense 4 is about the junction of two roads, while sense 5 is about the place where you cross (which could be a street crossing a railroad, or pedestrians crossing a street).

    Since a truck is involved, and it's "through the crossing", and given the danger implied, I believe this refers to a railroad crossing (grade crossing), which is sense 5.

    Final check: Could it be sense 4? If two roads cross, that's a crossing. A truck could bear down through it. But "crossing" for a road intersection is less common than "intersection" in modern usage, whereas "railroad crossing" is standard.

    I choose sense 5.

    Wait, looking at the JSON format requested: {"sense_index": 5}

    But let me reconsider one more time. Is there any chance it's sense 1? "traveling across"? No, "the traveling across" doesn't work with "through".

    Sense 3? "a point where two lines intersect" - too abstract.

    So it's 4 or 5.

    Actually, looking at the phrase "bore down through the crossing" again, if it's an intersection, "through" makes sense. If it's a railroad crossing, "through" also makes sense.

    But "crossing" in the context of "truck" and "shouted" strongly suggests a railroad crossing incident where the truck was in danger or causing danger. This is a common trope.

    Therefore, sense_index: 5.


[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: saddle
Target surface form: saddled
Context:
He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be <t>saddled</t> from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=saddle%2:35:01:: | definition=put a saddle on | examples=saddle the horses
2. sense_key=saddle%2:35:10:: | definition=load or burden; encumber | examples=he saddled me with that heavy responsibility
3. sense_key=saddle%2:32:00:: | definition=impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to | synonyms=charge, burden | examples=He charged her with cleaning up all the files over the weekend

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 "saddled" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The sentence is: "Was he going to be <t>saddled</t> from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy?"
 - The context suggests that Haney is worried about being burdened or stuck with this unwanted person (the "creep") as a bar buddy.
 - The construction "saddled with" is a common idiom meaning to be burdened with something or someone unwanted.

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=saddle%2:35:01:: | definition=put a saddle on | examples=saddle the horses
    - This is the literal sense of putting a saddle on a horse.
    - The context is not about horses or literal saddles.
    - Doesn't fit.

 2. sense_key=saddle%2:35:10:: | definition=load or burden; encumber | examples=he saddled me with that heavy responsibility
    - This sense means to burden or encumber someone with something.
    - The example "he saddled me with that heavy responsibility" matches the construction "saddled with" in the target sentence.
    - The context is about being burdened with an unwanted bar buddy.
    - This seems like a strong candidate.

 3. sense_key=saddle%2:32:00:: | definition=impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to | synonyms=charge, burden | examples=He charged her with cleaning up all the files over the weekend
    - This sense is about imposing a task or responsibility.
    - While similar to sense 2, the example shows "charge her with" which is slightly different from "saddle with".
    - The gloss mentions "assign a responsibility to" which is close, but sense 2 specifically mentions "load or burden; encumber" which fits better with the idiomatic expression "saddled with" meaning stuck with an unwanted burden.

 Let me compare senses 2 and 3 more carefully:

 Sense 2: "load or burden; encumber" - example: "he saddled me with that heavy responsibility"
 Sense 3: "impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to" - synonyms: charge, burden

 The target sentence uses "saddled... with a creep for a bar-buddy". This is the idiomatic expression "saddled with" meaning burdened with something undesirable.

 Looking at the examples:
 - Sense 2 has the example "he saddled me with that heavy responsibility" which uses the exact same construction "saddled me with".
 - Sense 3 has the example "He charged her with cleaning up..." which uses "charged with", not "saddled with".

 Also, sense 2's definition "load or burden; encumber" fits better with the context of being stuck with an unwanted person (a "creep") than sense 3's focus on tasks and responsibilities.

 The phrase "saddled with" in the sense of being burdened with something unwanted is a standard idiom that corresponds to sense 2.

 Therefore, the best sense is sense 2 (saddle%2:35:10::).

 Wait, I need to check the indexing. The user lists:
 1. sense_key=saddle%2:35:01::
 2. sense_key=saddle%2:35:10::
 3. sense_key=saddle%2:32:00::

 So sense_index should be 2.

 Let me double-check:
 - The context is metaphorical, not literal (not about horses).
 - It's about being burdened with an unwanted companion.
 - "Saddled with" is the key phrase here.
 - Sense 2 explicitly mentions "load or burden; encumber" and gives the example "he saddled me with that heavy responsibility".
 - Sense 3 is about imposing tasks, which is slightly different from being burdened with a person.

 Yes, sense 2 is correct.

 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: creep
Target surface form: creep
Context:
He looked up with bloodshot eyes and beheld the stranger sitting across the table, smiling a secret smile at him, as if they were fellow conspirators. He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a <t>creep</t> for a bar - buddy? He'd have to start going to some of the other places again.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=creep%1:18:00:: | definition=someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric | synonyms=weirdo, weirdie, weirdy, spook
2. sense_key=creep%1:11:00:: | definition=a slow longitudinal movement or deformation
3. sense_key=creep%1:06:00:: | definition=a pen that is fenced so that young animals can enter but adults cannot
4. sense_key=creep%1:04:00:: | definition=a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body | synonyms=crawl, crawling, creeping | examples=a crawl was all that the injured man could manage; the traffic moved at a creep

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 "creep" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The passage describes a stranger who is "uncanny, like a shadow"
 - Haney feels uncomfortable, trapped in the corner with this "wiry, dark little man"
 - He wonders if he's going to be saddled with this person as a "bar-buddy"
 - The tone suggests the stranger is unpleasant, strange, or eccentric

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=creep%1:18:00:: | definition=someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric | synonyms=weirdo, weirdie, weirdy, spook
    - This fits the context. The stranger is described as uncanny, like a shadow, and Haney feels uncomfortable around him. The word "creep" here refers to a person who is strange or unpleasant.

 2. sense_key=creep%1:11:00:: | definition=a slow longitudinal movement or deformation
    - This is about physical movement or material deformation, not a person. Doesn't fit.

 3. sense_key=creep%1:06:00:: | definition=a pen that is fenced so that young animals can enter but adults cannot
    - This is an enclosure for animals. Doesn't fit the context of a person at a bar.

 4. sense_key=creep%1:04:00:: | definition=a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body | synonyms=crawl, crawling, creeping
    - This refers to the act of crawling. While the text mentions the man was like a shadow and made no noise, the word "creep" here is being used as a noun referring to the person himself ("a creep for a bar-buddy"), not the action of creeping.

 The context clearly uses "creep" as a noun referring to the strange, uncanny man sitting across from Haney. The synonyms "weirdo, weirdie, weirdy, spook" match the description of the man as "uncanny" and making Haney uncomfortable.

 Therefore, sense 1 is the correct choice.

 The user wants the output as: {"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: start
Target surface form: start
Context:
He hadn't even noticed -- what was his name? Pete? -- he hadn't seen him sit down. The man was uncanny, like a shadow, and made as much noise as a shadow. Haney felt like shrinking out of sight, but he was already trapped in the corner with the wiry, dark little man. He began to wish that he hadn't shouted that other evening when the truck bore down through the crossing. Was he going to be saddled from now on with a creep for a bar - buddy? He'd have to <t>start</t> going to some of the other places again. In a low voice, almost whispering, the man had asked Phil if he was happy with the way the landlord had been taken off his back.

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

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the word "start" in the given context.

 Let me analyze the context:
 - The narrator (Haney) is in a bar, trapped in a corner with a creepy man named Pete.
 - He regrets shouting at a truck the other evening because now he seems to be stuck with this "creep" as a bar-buddy.
 - He thinks: "He'd have to start going to some of the other places again."
 - This means he would need to begin/commence the habit of going to other bars/places to avoid this creepy man.

 Now let's look at the candidate senses:

 1. sense_key=start%2:30:00:: | definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | synonyms=get down, begin, get, start out, set about, set out | examples=We began working at dawn; Who will start?
 - This seems to fit. "Start going to some of the other places" = take the first step in carrying out the action of going to other places.

 2. sense_key=start%2:30:01:: | definition=set in motion, cause to start | synonyms=begin, lead off, commence | examples=The U.S. started a war in the Middle East; The Iraqis began hostilities
 - This is transitive with a causative meaning. He would be causing something to start, but here he's the one going.

 3. sense_key=start%2:38:02:: | definition=leave | synonyms=depart, part, start out, set forth, set off, set out | examples=The family took off for Florida
 - This is about leaving/departing. While "start out" can mean leave, "start going" here doesn't mean leave, it means begin the activity.

 4. sense_key=start%2:42:00:: | definition=have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | synonyms=begin | examples=The DMZ begins right over the hill; The second movement begins after the Allegro
 - This is intransitive about something beginning. But here "start" is followed by "going" (gerund), so it's about beginning an activity.

 5. sense_key=start%2:36:00:: | definition=bring into being | synonyms=originate, initiate | examples=He initiated a new program; Start a foundation
 - This is about creating/establishing something. Not fitting here.

 6. sense_key=start%2:36:01:: | definition=get off the ground | synonyms=start up, embark on, commence | examples=Who started this company?; We embarked on an exciting enterprise
 - This is about starting organizations/enterprises. Not fitting for "going to places".

 7. sense_key=start%2:38:04:: | definition=move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm | synonyms=startle, jump | examples=She startled when I walked into the room
 - This is the "startle" sense. Not fitting.

 8. sense_key=start%2:38:01:: | definition=get going or set in motion | synonyms=start up | examples=We simply could not start the engine; start up the computer
 - This is about machines/engines. Not fitting.

 9. sense_key=start%2:38:00:: | definition=begin or set in motion | synonyms=go, get going | examples=I start at eight in the morning; Ready, set, go!
 - This could work, but it's often about starting movement/action in general. The example "I start at eight" refers to beginning work.

 10. sense_key=start%2:41:00:: | definition=begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job | synonyms=take up | examples=Take up a position; start a new job
 - This is about jobs/positions. Not fitting for going to bars.

 11. sense_key=start%2:33:00:: | definition=play in the starting lineup
 - Sports specific. Not fitting.

 12. sense_key=start%2:42:03:: | definition=have a beginning characterized in some specified way | synonyms=begin | examples=The novel begins with a murder; My property begins with the three maple trees
 - This is about things having beginnings. Not fitting for intentional action.

 13. sense_key=start%2:41:04:: | definition=begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object | synonyms=begin | examples=begin a cigar; She started the soup while it was still hot
 - This is about beginning to consume/use something (like a cigar, soup). "Start going to places" doesn't fit this pattern exactly.

 14. sense_key=start%2:38:03:: | definition=bulge outward | synonyms=protrude, pop, pop out, bulge, bulge out, bug out | examples=His eyes popped
 - Physical bulging. Not fitting.

 Now between sense 1 and sense 9 mainly:

 Sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - examples: "We began working at dawn", "Who will start?"
 Sense 9: "begin or set in motion" - examples: "I start at eight in the morning", "Ready, set, go!"

 The phrase is "start going to some of the other places again". This is about beginning an activity/habit.

 Sense 1 seems most appropriate because:
 - It's about taking the first step in carrying out an action (going to other places)
 - The structure "start going" fits with "begin working" in the example
 - It's the general sense of beginning to do something

 Sense 9 seems more about starting movement or beginning a scheduled activity (like work at 8am).

 Actually, looking closely at Sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - this is the most general sense of beginning to do something.

 The context is about beginning to patronize other bars to avoid the creepy guy. This is "taking the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - the action being "going to some of the other places".

 Therefore, sense index 1 is the best choice.

 Wait, let me double-check the sense keys and indices. The user lists them as:
 1. sense_key=start%2:30:00::
 2. sense_key=start%2:30:01::
 etc.

 So the index is the number before the sense key.

 The answer should be: {"sense_index": 1}

 Let me verify once more. Could it be sense 9?
 Sense 9: "begin or set in motion" - examples: "I start at eight in the morning; Ready, set, go!"
 This seems more intransitive or about initiating movement.

 Sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - this fits "start going" (begin the activity of going).

 Yes, sense 1 is correct.

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