[User]
Which numbered sense of "time" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This <t>time</t>, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed.

Senses:
1. definition=an instance or single occasion for some event | examples=this time he succeeded
2. definition=a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something | examples=take time to smell the roses
3. definition=an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) | examples=he waited a long time
4. definition=a suitable moment | examples=it is time to go
5. definition=the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past
6. definition=a person's experience on a particular occasion | examples=he had a time holding back the tears
7. definition=a reading of a point in time as given by a clock | examples=do you know what time it is?
8. definition=the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event
9. definition=rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
10. definition=the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned | examples=he served a prison term of 15 months

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "time" is used in the given sentence.

 Sentence: "This <t>time</t>, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

 The word "time" here is preceded by "This", suggesting it's referring to a specific instance or occasion.

 Let's look at the senses:

 1. definition=an instance or single occasion for some event | examples=this time he succeeded
 2. definition=a period of time considered as a resource...
 3. definition=an indefinite period...
 4. definition=a suitable moment...
 5. definition=the continuum of experience...
 6. definition=a person's experience on a particular occasion...
 7. definition=a reading of a point in time...
 8. definition=the fourth coordinate...
 9. definition=rhythm...
 10. definition=the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned...

 In the sentence, "This time" refers to this particular instance or occasion (as opposed to previous times). The context suggests that on this particular occasion/instance, something happened (it got stronger, building shook).

 Sense 1 matches: "an instance or single occasion for some event" with the example "this time he succeeded".

 Sense 6 is "a person's experience on a particular occasion" - this is close but usually implies having a difficult time or good time (e.g., "he had a time holding back the tears"). The sentence doesn't suggest an experience in that sense, but rather refers to the specific occasion itself.

 Sense 1 is the best fit: "This time" = on this instance/occasion.

 The answer should be 1.


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[User]
Which numbered sense of "get" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This time, it just <t>got</t> stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed.

Senses:
1. definition=come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | examples=She got a lot of paintings from her uncle
2. definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news
3. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | examples=He got his squad on the ball
4. definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation
5. definition=reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress | examples=She arrived home at 7 o'clock
6. definition=go or come after and bring or take back | examples=Get me those books over there, please
7. definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | examples=get an idea
8. definition=take vengeance on or get even | examples=We'll get them!
9. definition=achieve a point or goal | examples=Nicklaus had a 70
10. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR
11. definition=succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase | examples=We finally got the suspect
12. definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | examples=He grew a beard
13. definition=be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness | examples=He got AIDS
14. definition=communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone | examples=Bill called this number and he got Mary
15. definition=give certain properties to something | examples=get someone mad
16. definition=move into a desired direction of discourse | examples=What are you driving at?
17. definition=grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of | examples=did you catch that allusion?
18. definition=attract and fix | examples=His look caught her
19. definition=reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot | examples=the rock caught her in the back of the head
20. definition=reach by calculation | examples=What do you get when you add up these numbers?
21. definition=acquire as a result of some effort or action | examples=You cannot get water out of a stone
22. definition=purchase | examples=What did you get at the toy store?
23. definition=perceive by hearing | examples=I didn't catch your name
24. definition=suffer from the receipt of | examples=She will catch hell for this behavior!
25. definition=receive as a retribution or punishment | examples=He got 5 years in prison
26. definition=leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form | examples=Scram!
27. definition=reach and board | examples=She got the bus just as it was leaving
28. definition=irritate | examples=Her childish behavior really get to me
29. definition=evoke an emotional response | examples=Brahms's `Requiem' gets me every time
30. definition=apprehend and reproduce accurately | examples=She really caught the spirit of the place in her drawings
31. definition=earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher | examples=He drew a base on balls
32. definition=overcome or destroy | examples=The ice storm got my hibiscus
33. definition=be a mystery or bewildering to | examples=This beats me!
34. definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | examples=We began working at dawn
35. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident
36. definition=make children | examples=Abraham begot Isaac

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reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "get" is used in the provided sentence.

Sentence: "This time, it just <t>got</t> stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

The word "got" is past tense of "get". In this context, "it got stronger" means "it became stronger".

Let me look at the definitions:

1. come into the possession of something concrete or abstract - No, this is about acquiring something.
2. enter or assume a certain state or condition - This looks promising. "Become" is often synonymous with "get" in this sense. The example given is "He became annoyed when he heard the bad news". In the sentence, "it got stronger" means it entered the state of being stronger, or became stronger.
3. cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition - This is causative. "got his squad on the ball" - but here "it" (the earthquake or shaking) is not causing something else to get stronger, it is becoming stronger itself.
4. receive a specified treatment (abstract) - Not quite.
5. reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress - No.
6. go or come after and bring or take back - No.
7. go through (mental or physical states or experiences) - "get an idea" - this is close but usually implies experiencing or receiving.
8. take vengeance on or get even - No.
9. achieve a point or goal - No.
10. cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner - No.
11. succeed in catching or seizing - No.
12. come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) - "He grew a beard" - This is close, as growing a beard is undergoing a change. But "got stronger" is more about entering a state.
13. be stricken by an illness - No.
14. communicate with - No.
15. give certain properties to something - No.
16. move into a desired direction of discourse - No.
17. grasp with the mind - No.
18. attract and fix - No.
19. reach with a blow or hit - No.
20. reach by calculation - No.
21. acquire as a result of some effort or action - No.
22. purchase - No.
23. perceive by hearing - No.
24. suffer from the receipt of - No.
25. receive as a retribution or punishment - No.
26. leave immediately - No.
27. reach and board - No.
28. irritate - No.
29. evoke an emotional response - No.
30. apprehend and reproduce accurately - No.
31. earn or achieve a base - No.
32. overcome or destroy - No.
33. be a mystery or bewildering to - No.
34. take the first step or steps in carrying out an action - No.
35. undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) - "She suffered a fracture" - This is about experiencing something negative usually.
36. make children - No.

Between #2 and #12:
- #2: "enter or assume a certain state or condition" - examples: "He became annoyed..."
- #12: "come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)" - examples: "He grew a beard"

The phrase "got stronger" is similar to "became stronger". This is a change of state. Definition #2 specifically mentions "enter or assume a certain state or condition" and the example uses "became", which is a synonym for this sense of "get".

Definition #12 focuses on physical features and attributes (growing a beard). While strength could be considered a physical attribute, the construction "get + adjective" (get strong, get angry, get tired) is the inchoative sense - meaning "become". This is definition #2.

In WordNet or similar lexical databases, sense 2 usually corresponds to "become: enter or assume a certain state or condition".

Let me verify the example for #2: "He became annoyed when he heard the bad news" - yes, this is linking verb usage.
For #12: "He grew a beard" - this is different, it's about developing/growing physically.

So the answer should be 2.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "building" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This time, it just got stronger and then the <t>building</t> started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed.

Senses:
1. definition=a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place | examples=there was a three-story building on the corner
2. definition=the act of constructing something | examples=during the construction we had to take a detour
3. definition=the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones | examples=their main business is home construction
4. definition=the occupants of a building | examples=the entire building complained about the noise

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which sense of "building" is used in the given sentence. Let me analyze the sentence:

"This time, it just got stronger and then the <t>building</t> started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

The word "building" here refers to a physical structure that can shake. The context describes it shaking "violently up and down" and compares it to "a child's toy block that was being tossed." This clearly refers to a physical structure with a roof and walls.

Now let's look at the senses:
1. definition=a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place | examples=there was a three-story building on the corner
   - This matches. The sentence is talking about a physical structure shaking.

2. definition=the act of constructing something | examples=during the construction we had to take a detour
   - This refers to the process/activity of building something, not a physical structure. Doesn't fit.

3. definition=the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones | examples=their main business is home construction
   - This refers to the construction industry/business. Doesn't fit.

4. definition=the occupants of a building | examples=the entire building complained about the noise
   - This is a metonymic use where "building" refers to the people inside. But the sentence says the building "started shaking violently" - buildings (structures) shake, not occupants. Also the comparison to "a child's toy block" confirms it's referring to the physical structure.

So the correct answer is sense 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "start" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This time, it just got stronger and then the building <t>started</t> shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed.

Senses:
1. definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | examples=We began working at dawn
2. definition=set in motion, cause to start | examples=The U.S. started a war in the Middle East
3. definition=leave | examples=The family took off for Florida
4. definition=have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | examples=The DMZ begins right over the hill
5. definition=bring into being | examples=He initiated a new program
6. definition=get off the ground | examples=Who started this company?
7. definition=move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm | examples=She startled when I walked into the room
8. definition=get going or set in motion | examples=We simply could not start the engine
9. definition=begin or set in motion | examples=I start at eight in the morning
10. definition=begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job | examples=Take up a position
11. definition=play in the starting lineup
12. definition=have a beginning characterized in some specified way | examples=The novel begins with a murder
13. definition=begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object | examples=begin a cigar
14. definition=bulge outward | examples=His eyes popped

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "start" is used in the given sentence. Let me analyze the sentence and the definitions.

Sentence: "This time, it just got stronger and then the building <t>started</t> shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

The word "started" is used in the context of the building beginning to shake. The building began shaking violently.

Let me look at the definitions:

1. take the first step or steps in carrying out an action - This is about humans or agents beginning to do something. "We began working" - the subject is the one acting. Here the building is shaking, but it's not really "taking steps to carry out an action" in the intentional sense.

2. set in motion, cause to start - This is transitive. "The U.S. started a war" - subject causes object to start. In our sentence, "the building started shaking" - this is intransitive usage (or linking to a participle). The building is the subject, and shaking is what begins.

3. leave - "The family took off" - clearly not this.

4. have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense - "The DMZ begins right over the hill" - this is about the location or existence of something beginning. "The building started shaking" - shaking is an activity that begins.

5. bring into being - transitive, creating something new. Not this.

6. get off the ground - "Who started this company?" - about founding/establishing. Not this.

7. move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm - "She startled" - wait, this says "startled" in the example, but the definition says "move or jump suddenly". Actually, looking at the example: "She startled when I walked into the room" - this is about the verb "start" meaning to jump or react with surprise. But in our sentence, it's "started shaking", not "started" as in jumped.

8. get going or set in motion - "We simply could not start the engine" - transitive, causing something to begin working.

9. begin or set in motion - "I start at eight in the morning" - this is intransitive, about an activity beginning. But the example "I start at eight" refers to beginning work or activity at a time.

10. begin work or acting in a certain capacity - "Take up a position" - about assuming a role.

11. play in the starting lineup - sports specific.

12. have a beginning characterized in some specified way - "The novel begins with a murder" - this is about how something begins. The building started shaking - shaking characterizes the beginning.

13. begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object - "begin a cigar" - this is transitive with a direct object. Our sentence has "started shaking" - shaking is a verb/participle, not a direct object like "a cigar".

14. bulge outward - "His eyes popped" - clearly not this.

Let me reconsider. The structure is "started shaking". This is "start" + present participle/gerund. This indicates the beginning of an action.

Looking at definition 9: "begin or set in motion" - example "I start at eight in the morning". This is intransitive.

But "started shaking" - is this sense 9? Or sense 1?

Sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - example "We began working at dawn". This matches "started shaking" - the building began the action of shaking.

Sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - example "The novel begins with a murder". This is about the manner of beginning.

Actually, looking more carefully at sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - the example is "We began working at dawn". This is exactly the structure: subject + begin/start + verb-ing.

Sense 9: "begin or set in motion" - example "I start at eight in the morning". This is about starting at a time, not starting to do something.

Sense 4: "have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense" - this is about things that exist or extend, like "The road begins here".

Sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - "The novel begins with a murder" - this is similar but emphasizes the characterization.

Wait, let me look at sense 13 again: "begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object" - examples "begin a cigar" (start smoking), "start the ball rolling" (idiomatic). This is transitive with a direct object.

In "the building started shaking", "shaking" is not a direct object in the traditional sense; it's a participial complement indicating the action that began.

Let me check sense 1 again: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action". The building is carrying out the action of shaking. It started (took the first steps) to shake.

But wait - is the building an agent? Buildings don't intentionally act, but grammatically it fits.

Actually, looking at WordNet or similar lexical databases (which this seems to be based on), sense 1 is typically the inchoative sense for agents.

Sense 9 might be: "begin or set in motion" - but the example "I start at eight" is about beginning an activity at a time.

Let me look at the exact wording of sense 4: "have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense" - examples like "The DMZ begins right over the hill", "The second movement begins after the first", "The economic recovery has begun".

Sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - "The novel begins with a murder", "My property begins with the fence".

Hmm, "The building started shaking" - the building began to shake. This is an inchoative use with an activity.

Actually, looking at the pattern "start + V-ing", this is typically sense 1 in WordNet: "begin, start" - take the first step or steps in carrying out an action.

But let me check if there's a specific sense for inanimate objects beginning to do something.

Sense 4 is for things that have a beginning point (spatial or temporal). "The movie starts at 8pm" - that's sense 4 or 9.

Actually, "The movie starts at 8pm" would be sense 9: "begin or set in motion" referring to when it begins.

But "the building started shaking" is the building beginning to perform the action of shaking.

Let me reconsider sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action". The subject is the building. Is the building carrying out an action? Yes, shaking. Did it start (take the first steps)? Yes.

Sense 9: "begin or set in motion". This can be intransitive: "The game started", "The show starts at 8".

But "started shaking" is different from just "started". It specifies what activity began.

Looking at the examples:
- Sense 1: "We began working at dawn" -> subject + begin/start + present participle
- Sense 9: "I start at eight in the morning" -> subject + start + time adverbial

The sentence has "started shaking" which matches the pattern of sense 1.

Sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - example "The novel begins with a murder". This is about how something begins, not about starting an activity.

Wait, I should check if "start" in "started shaking" could be sense 4. Sense 4: "have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense". Example: "The DMZ begins right over the hill". This is about the boundary or starting point of something.

"The building started shaking" - this is not about the building's existence beginning, or its spatial location. It's about the building beginning to exhibit the property/action of shaking.

Actually, looking at WordNet 3.0 or similar:
- Sense 1: begin, commence, set out, start, set forth, set off, embark on, take up (take the first step or steps in carrying out an action)
- Sense 2: begin, lead off, start, commence (set in motion, cause to start)
- Sense 3: depart, part, start, set out, set forth, set off, set sail (leave)
- Sense 4: begin, start (have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense)
- Sense 9: start, go, get going (begin or set in motion)

Wait, sense 9 in the list is "begin or set in motion" with example "I start at eight in the morning". This seems like the intransitive "begin to exist/function".

But "started shaking" is specifically beginning an action.

Let me look at sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - this might fit. "The building started shaking" - the building's beginning (of shaking) is characterized by violent up and down motion.

But the example for 12 is "The novel begins with a murder" - this is about the starting point being characterized by something.

Actually, looking at the sentence: "the building started shaking violently"

This is most similar to sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" with the example "We began working at dawn".

The building began the action of shaking.

Sense 9 "I start at eight" is about the time when something begins, not about performing an action.

Sense 4 is about the existence or location of a beginning.

Sense 12 is about the characterization of the beginning.

But "started shaking" is the beginning of an activity.

However, I need to be careful. In many lexical databases, "start" when used with a complement (like "start crying", "start shaking") is sense 1.

Let me check sense 13: "begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object" - this is for transitive uses like "start a fire", "start a business", "start the engine". Wait, example is "begin a cigar" which means start smoking it.

Actually, looking at the list again:
8. get going or set in motion | examples=We simply could not start the engine
9. begin or set in motion | examples=I start at eight in the morning

Sense 8 is transitive (start the engine). Sense 9 is intransitive (I start [work] at eight).

Sense 1: take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | examples=We began working at dawn

The example "We began working" is parallel to "started shaking".

Sense 12: have a beginning characterized in some specified way | examples=The novel begins with a murder

This is different - it's about the manner or nature of the beginning.

Sense 4: have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | examples=The DMZ begins right over the hill

This is about where or when something begins (its boundary).

I think the answer is 1.

But wait - is there a sense for "start" meaning "to begin to move" or specifically for inchoative aspect with activities?

Let me reconsider sense 9. "begin or set in motion" - "I start at eight". This could mean "I begin work at eight".

But "the building started shaking" - the building is not an agent with intention, but grammatically it is starting an action.

Actually, looking at WordNet-style definitions:
Sense 1 usually covers "begin to do something"
Sense 4 covers "come into existence or begin to be" for events/states
Sense 9 covers "get going"

Actually, looking at the specific wording:
4. have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense
9. begin or set in motion

"The building started shaking" - the shaking began. This is an event beginning.

But the subject is "the building", and the predicate is "started shaking". This is like "The movie started" (began to play) or "The engine started" (began to run).

Wait, "The engine started" is sense 8 or 9?
8. get going or set in motion - "We could not start the engine" (transitive)
9. begin or set in motion - "I start at eight" (intransitive)

Actually, for intransitive "The engine started", it would be sense 9: begin or set in motion (intransitive).

But "The building started shaking" has a complement "shaking".

Let me look for a sense that includes complements like "start to V" or "start V-ing".

Sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - this includes "We began working".

I think 1 is the correct answer.

But let me double-check sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way". Could "shaking" be characterizing the beginning? "The building started [in a way characterized by] shaking"? That's a stretch. The building didn't "start" in the sense of come into existence or begin at a point. The building was already there. It started to shake.

Sense 4: "have a beginning" - the shaking has a beginning, but the building is the subject.

Actually, in "the building started shaking", syntactically:
- Subject: the building
- Verb: started
- Complement: shaking (participial phrase indicating what began)

Semantically: The building began to shake.

This is most like sense 1: taking the first steps in carrying out the action of shaking.

Or sense 9: begin (intransitive) + activity?

Actually, looking at standard dictionary definitions, "start" meaning "begin to move, act, or operate" is a common sense.

In the list provided:
9. begin or set in motion | examples=I start at eight in the morning

This seems to be about beginning an activity or operation.

But the example "I start at eight" is different from "started shaking".

Let me look at sense 1 again: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action". The example "We began working at dawn" is exactly parallel: Subject + start/begin + present participle.

Therefore, the answer should be 1.

But I want to check if sense 4 could apply. "have a beginning, in a temporal... sense". "The shaking started" would fit sense 4 (the shaking began to exist). But "the building started shaking" attributes the beginning to the building.

Actually, in many lexical resources, "The building started shaking" would be analyzed as:
- The building: subject
- started: verb (inchoative, sense 1 or similar)
- shaking: participial complement

Sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - this might be for sentences like "The day started well" or "The party started with a bang".

Wait, the example is "The novel begins with a murder". This is about the content or nature of the beginning.

"The building started shaking" is not describing the manner of the building's beginning (the building didn't begin to exist), but rather the building began an activity.

I think 1 is correct.

However, looking at the list once more, I see sense 9: "begin or set in motion" with example "I start at eight in the morning". This is clearly intransitive without a complement indicating the specific action (except implied "work").

Sense 1 has the example with "working", which is a specific action.

Therefore: 1.

Actually, I should also consider if it could be sense 7: "move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm". The example says "She startled when I walked into the room" - wait, "startled" is different from "started". But the definition says "move or jump suddenly". Could "started shaking" mean "suddenly moved/shook"? The sentence says "then the building started shaking violently" - this suggests a beginning of shaking, not necessarily a sudden jump. Also, sense 7 is probably "start" as in "startle" (archaic or dialectal), but the example uses "startled" which is the verb "startle" in past tense. Actually, looking at the definition: "move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm" - this is the definition of "start" as a verb (like a horse starting/shying). Example: "She started when I walked in" = she jumped in surprise.

But our sentence is "started shaking", not just "started". And it's continuous shaking, not a sudden jump. So not 7.

Sense 14 is about bulging (eyes popping).

So between 1, 4, 9, and 12.

Sense 4: temporal beginning of existence or extent. "The war started in 1939". "The road starts here".
Sense 9: begin operation or activity. "The car won't start". "I start work tomorrow".
Sense 1: begin an action (typically intentional). "He started running".
Sense 12: begin in a characterized way. "The ceremony started with a song".

"The building started shaking" - the building began the activity of shaking. This is like "The engine started running" or "The machine started working".

In WordNet, "The engine started" is sense 9 (begin operation). "He started running" is sense 1 (begin an action).

But "the building started shaking" - buildings don't have intentional actions, but they can begin to shake (an activity).

Actually, looking at the exact WordNet 3.1 entries:
1. begin, commence, set out, start, set forth, set off, embark on, take up -- (take the first step or steps in carrying out an action; "We began working at dawn"; "The first tourists began arriving in Cambodia"; "He began early in the day")
2. begin, lead off, start, commence -- (set in motion, cause to start; "The U.S. started a war in the Middle East")
...
9. start, go, get going -- (begin or set in motion; "I start at eight in the morning"; "The meeting will begin at noon"; "The game started at 5 PM")
...
12. begin, start -- (have a beginning characterized in some specified way; "The novel begins with a murder"; "My property begins with the fence")
...
4. begin, start -- (have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense; "The DMZ begins right over the hill"; "The second movement begins after the first"; "The economic recovery has begun")

Wait, I need to check the numbering. The user lists:
1. take the first step...
2. set in motion, cause to start
...
4. have a beginning...
...
9. begin or set in motion
...
12. have a beginning characterized...

In standard WordNet, sense 9 is "start, go, get going" - begin or set in motion (intransitive).
Sense 1 is "begin, commence, set out, start..." - take the first step.

The example in sense 1 is "We began working at dawn" which matches the syntactic pattern of [subject] [start] [verb-ing].

The example in sense 9 is "I start at eight in the morning" which is [subject] [start] [time].

Therefore, for "started shaking", the answer is 1.

But wait - there's also the possibility of sense 4 or 12 for inanimate subjects.

Let me think about "The building started shaking" more carefully. The shaking is a state or activity that begins. The building is the subject experiencing or undergoing the beginning of this activity.

In "We began working", "we" are the agents.
In "The building started shaking", "the building" is not an agent but a theme/patient.

However, sense 1 can apply to non-agents too in English. "The machine began working". "The car started running".

Actually, looking at sense 9: "begin or set in motion" - this is often used for machines and devices. "The car won't start". But when complemented by an activity ("shaking", "running"), it's usually sense 1.

Sense 12: "have a beginning characterized in some specified way" - could this be "The building started [in a shaking way]"? No, that's not right. The building didn't start (come into existence). The shaking started.

Actually, one could argue that "started" here means "began to occur" with the building as the subject of the shaking event.

But I think the safest answer is 1, based on the parallel with "We began working at dawn".

Let me reconsider sense 4: "have a beginning, in a temporal... sense". Could "the building started shaking" mean that the building's shaking had a beginning? Yes, but the syntax is that the building is the subject of "start".

Compare:
- "The concert started" (sense 9 or 4)
- "The building started to shake" (sense 1)

Actually, looking at the WordNet entry for "start" verb:
Sense 1: take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
Sense 2: set in motion, cause to start
...
Sense 4: have a beginning...
Sense 9: begin or set in motion...

The key is that sense 1 typically takes a complement (start/begin to do something, start/begin doing something) or is used with specific actions.

Sense 9 is for things beginning to exist, happen, or function without necessarily a complement specifying the action (though it can have implied objects).

But "started shaking" has a specific complement.

I think the answer is 1.

Actually, looking at the list provided by the user, sense 9 says "begin or set in motion" with example "I start at eight in the morning". This is clearly about the time when an activity begins.

Sense 1 says "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" with example "We began working at dawn". This is about initiating an action.

"The building started shaking" is the building initiating (undergoing the beginning of) the action of shaking.

Therefore: 1.

One more check: could it be sense 12? "have a beginning characterized in some specified way". Example: "The novel begins with a murder".

If we say "The building started with a shake" that would be sense 12. But "started shaking" is different - it's a verb phrase where shaking is the activity, not a description of how it began.

Actually, "The building started shaking" could be paraphrased as "The building's shaking began" or "The building began to shake".

I think 1 is correct.

Wait, I want to look at sense 4 one more time: "have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense".

"The economic recovery has begun" - this is an event beginning.
"The DMZ begins right over the hill" - spatial beginning.
"The second movement begins after the first" - temporal beginning.

"The building started shaking" - the shaking is an event that begins. But the subject is the building, not the shaking.

However, we can say "The shaking started" - that would be sense 4 or 9.
"The building started" - that would mean the building began to move or function (sense 9).
"The building started shaking" - specifies what the building started to do.

I think given the options, and the parallel with "We began working", the answer is 1.

Actually, I want to check if there's any chance it's sense 7. "move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm". The sentence says "started shaking violently". Could "started" mean "moved suddenly" here? "The building moved suddenly, shaking violently..."

But the context is "it just got stronger and then the building started shaking". This indicates a progression: first it got stronger, then it began to shake. This is inchoative (beginning), not a sudden jump.

Also, sense 7 example uses "startled" which is likely a different lexeme (startle), or an error in my reading. Let me check: "She startled when I walked into the room". Actually, "start" can mean "to move suddenly" - "He started at the sound". But the past tense would be "started". Example: "She started when I walked in" = she jumped.

But in our sentence, it's "started shaking", not just "started". And it's continuous.

So not 7.

Final answer: 1.

Actually, I want to make sure about sense 9 vs sense 1 one more time.

Sense 9: "begin or set in motion" - examples: "I start at eight", "The meeting starts at noon", "The movie starts at 8".

Sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - examples: "We began working", "He started running".

The building started shaking = the building began to carry out the action of shaking. This is sense 1.

Yes, 1.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "shake" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This time, it just got stronger and then the building started <t>shaking</t> violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed.

Senses:
1. definition=move or cause to move back and forth | examples=The chemist shook the flask vigorously
2. definition=move with or as if with a tremor | examples=his hands shook
3. definition=shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively | examples=The old engine was juddering
4. definition=move back and forth or sideways | examples=the ship was rocking
5. definition=undermine or cause to waver | examples=my faith has been shaken
6. definition=stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of | examples=These stories shook the community
7. definition=get rid of | examples=I couldn't shake the car that was following me
8. definition=bring to a specified condition by or as if by shaking | examples=He was shaken from his dreams
9. definition=shake (a body part) to communicate a greeting, feeling, or cognitive state | examples=shake one's head

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "shake" is used in the provided sentence. The target word is marked with <t></t> tags: "shaking".

Let me analyze the sentence: "This time, it just got stronger and then the building started <t>shaking</t> violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

The context is about a building moving violently up and down, like a toy block being tossed. This describes physical movement - specifically vibrating or oscillating motion.

Let me look at the options:

1. move or cause to move back and forth | examples=The chemist shook the flask vigorously
   - This is general back and forth movement.

2. move with or as if with a tremor | examples=his hands shook
   - This usually refers to trembling/shivering, often involuntary, like hands shaking.

3. shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively | examples=The old engine was juddering
   - This involves rapid, intensive vibration. The example "juddering" suggests shaking/vibrating.

4. move back and forth or sideways | examples=the ship was rocking
   - This suggests swaying/rocking motion.

5. undermine or cause to waver | examples=my faith has been shaken
   - Figurative usage, not physical.

6. stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of | examples=These stories shook the community
   - Emotional/figurative usage.

7. get rid of | examples=I couldn't shake the car that was following me
   - Idiomatic usage "shake off".

8. bring to a specified condition by or as if by shaking | examples=He was shaken from his dreams
   - Causative usage with resultative meaning.

9. shake (a body part) to communicate a greeting, feeling, or cognitive state | examples=shake one's head
   - Specific body part movement.

Now, looking at the sentence again: "the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

The building is shaking violently up and down. This sounds like an earthquake or similar violent shaking. The movement is rapid and intensive - like a toy block being tossed around.

Sense 3 says "shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively" with the example of an engine juddering. This seems to fit best because:
- The shaking is described as "violent"
- It's "up and down" motion
- The simile compares it to a toy block being tossed, which suggests rapid, intensive movement
- Buildings in earthquakes vibrate/shake rapidly

Sense 1 is more general "back and forth" which could fit, but sense 3 emphasizes the rapid and intensive nature which matches "violently".

Sense 4 mentions "move back and forth or sideways" with example of ship rocking - but ships rock slowly, whereas this is violent shaking like a toy being tossed.

Sense 3's example "The old engine was juddering" suggests mechanical vibration/shaking, which is similar to a building shaking in an earthquake.

Actually, looking more carefully at sense 1: "move or cause to move back and forth" - this is very general.

Sense 3: "shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively" - this captures the "violently" aspect better.

But let me reconsider. The building is shaking "up and down". Sense 1 is "back and forth". Sense 4 is "back and forth or sideways". Sense 3 doesn't specify direction but emphasizes rapid vibration.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 3: "The old engine was juddering" - juddering is shaking/vibrating.

The key phrase is "violently up and down". This is rapid oscillation.

Sense 2 is about tremors (like hands shaking from cold or fear).

Sense 1 seems like the most general physical movement.

But let me think about WordNet or typical dictionary sense distinctions. Usually:
- Sense 1: general transitive/causative "shake something"
- Sense 2: tremble (intransitive, like hands)
- Sense 3: vibrate/judder (rapid intensive shaking)
- Sense 4: rock/sway (like ship)
- Sense 5: shake confidence (figurative)
- etc.

The building is shaking "violently up and down". This seems closest to sense 3 (vibrate rapidly and intensively) or possibly sense 1 (move back and forth).

But "up and down" suggests vibration more than just back and forth. Actually, looking at sense 4: "move back and forth or sideways" with ship example -that's rocking.

Sense 3's "juddering" example is key. Juddering is shaking/vibrating, like a machine or vehicle shaking.

Given the violence and the simile "as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed", this suggests rapid, chaotic, intensive movement.

Between sense 1 and 3: Sense 1 is general movement back and forth. Sense 3 is specifically rapid and intensive vibration. The word "violently" suggests sense 3 is more appropriate.

Also, looking at the example for sense 1: "The chemist shook the flask vigorously" - this is active, intentional shaking.

Sense 3 example: "The old engine was juddering" - this is involuntary vibration, like the building shaking in an earthquake.

The building shaking is involuntary vibration caused by external forces (presumably earthquake), similar to an engine juddering.

Therefore, sense 3 seems correct.

Wait, let me double-check sense 4: "move back and forth or sideways | examples=the ship was rocking"

Rocking is slower, rhythmic motion. The building is shaking "violently up and down" like a tossed toy - this is more chaotic and rapid than rocking.

Sense 1 could work but is too general. Sense 3 captures the intensity ("violently") and nature (vibration).

Actually, looking at the specific wording of sense 3: "shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively" - yes, this fits "shaking violently".

So my answer is 3.

But let me reconsider if it could be sense 1. Sense 1 examples: "The chemist shook the flask vigorously". This is transitive. The building shaking is intransitive. Sense 1 definition says "move or cause to move" so it covers both.

Sense 3 is specifically about rapid intensive vibration.

Given "violently" and the comparison to a toy being tossed (rapid, chaotic movement), sense 3 is best.

Actually, I should look at whether this aligns with standard lexical databases like WordNet. In WordNet:

Sense 1 might be: move back and forth (oscillate)
Sense 2: move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion
Sense 3: ...

But based on the definitions provided:
1. back and forth (general)
2. tremor
3. rapidly and intensively (vibrate/judder)
4. back and forth or sideways (rock)
5. undermine
6. stir emotions
7. get rid of
8. bring to condition
9. body part

Given "violently", "up and down", and "like a child's toy block that was being tossed", this describes rapid chaotic vibration. This is sense 3.

Actually, "tossed" implies being thrown around, which is similar to rapid shaking.

I think the answer is 3.

But wait, let me also consider sense 4 again. "move back and forth or sideways" - "up and down" isn't exactly back and forth or sideways. But sense 3 doesn't specify direction either.

Actually, "up and down" could be considered Back and forth in a vertical direction. But sense 3 emphasizes the rapid/intensive nature.

The key differentiator is likely:
- Sense 1: general oscillation
- Sense 3: rapid vibration (like an earthquake, engine, etc.)

Since this is describing what appears to be an earthquake (building shaking violently), and earthquakes shake buildings rapidly and intensively, sense 3 is the best fit.

Final check: Could it be sense 2? "move with or as if with a tremor" - examples: his hands shook. Tremors are usually smaller, finer movements. A building shaking violently in an earthquake is more than a tremor - it's violent shaking/vibration. So not 2.

Could it be sense 4? Ship rocking is slow, rhythmic. Building shaking in earthquake is rapid and violent. So not 4.

Therefore: 3.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "child" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This time, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a <t>child</t>'s toy block that was being tossed.

Senses:
1. definition=a young person of either sex | examples=she writes books for children
2. definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | examples=they had three children
3. definition=an immature childish person | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived
4. definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which sense of "child" is used in the given sentence. Let me analyze the sentence and the definitions.

Sentence: "This time, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a <t>child</t>'s toy block that was being tossed."

The phrase is "child's toy block" - this refers to a toy block belonging to or intended for a child.

Now let's look at the senses:

1. definition=a young person of either sex | examples=she writes books for children
   - This refers to a young person generally.

2. definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | examples=they had three children
   - This refers to someone's offspring/son or daughter.

3. definition=an immature childish person | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived
   - This is metaphorical, referring to someone who behaves like a child.

4. definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel
   - This is a collective/group identity usage.

In the sentence, "child's toy block" means a toy block that belongs to or is used by a young person. This matches sense 1: "a young person of either sex."

Sense 2 would imply the toy block belongs to someone's specific offspring, but the context is more general - it's comparing the building to a toy that a young child plays with.

Sense 1 is the most general and common definition for "child" when referring to young people in general, and "child's toy" is a common collocation referring to toys meant for young people.

So the answer should be 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "toy" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This time, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's <t>toy</t> block that was being tossed.

Senses:
1. definition=an artifact designed to be played with
2. definition=a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier) | examples=a toy stove
3. definition=a device regarded as providing amusement | examples=private airplanes are a rich man's toy
4. definition=a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size
5. definition=any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "toy" is used in the given sentence.

 Sentence: "This time, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's <t>toy</t> block that was being tossed."

 The word "toy" here is modifying "block" - it's describing a block that is a toy, specifically a child's toy block.

 Let's look at the senses:
 1. an artifact designed to be played with - This is the general definition of a toy as an object for play.
 2. a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier) - This refers to things like "toy stove" which is a replica of a real stove but doesn't work.
 3. a device regarded as providing amusement - This refers to things like airplanes that are toys for rich people.
 4. a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size - This is similar to a miniature or model.
 5. any of several breeds of very small dogs - This is about toy dogs/breeds.

 In the sentence, "toy block" refers to a block that is designed for children to play with. It's not necessarily a replica of something else (like a toy car replicates a real car), nor is it a miniature copy of a real building block (since building blocks are themselves toys). It's simply an artifact designed to be played with.

 However, looking at sense 2: "a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier)" - examples include "a toy stove". A toy block could be seen as a nonfunctional replica of a building block? No, that doesn't make sense because building blocks are themselves toys.

 Actually, looking at the sentence more carefully: "as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

 The comparison is between the shaking building and a child's toy block being tossed. A toy block is a small block designed for children to play with.

 Sense 1: "an artifact designed to be played with" - This fits. A toy block is an artifact designed to be played with.

 Sense 4: "a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size" - This could potentially fit if we think of it as a miniature version of a real building block, but that's not really how we think of toy blocks. Toy blocks are original play objects, not replicas of real building blocks.

 Sense 2 specifically mentions "frequently used as a modifier" and gives "toy stove" as an example. A toy stove is a replica of a real stove. But a toy block isn't really a replica of a real block - it's just a block for playing.

 Actually, looking at the sentence structure: "child's toy block" - this is a compound noun where "toy" modifies "block".

 In WordNet or similar lexical databases:
 - Sense 1 is usually the general noun sense (plaything)
 - Sense 2 is the attributive/modifier sense meaning a replica (like toy gun, toy car)
 - Sense 4 is "miniature" or "toy" as in "toy poodle" or model-sized things

 Wait, looking at sense 4 again: "a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size" - this is actually the definition for "toy" when it means a miniature, like a toy model of the Eiffel Tower.

 But "toy block" typically means a block that is a toy (for playing), not a miniature replica of a real block.

 However, in many lexical sense inventories:
 - Sense 1: plaything (artifact designed to be played with)
 - Sense 2: toy as modifier for nonfunctional replica (toy gun)
 - Sense 4: miniature (toy breed, toy soldier)

 The sentence describes the building shaking "as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed." This evokes the image of a small, lightweight block (like a wooden alphabet block or building block) that a child plays with and tosses around.

 This aligns with sense 1: an artifact designed to be played with.

 But let me reconsider sense 4. If the building is being compared to a toy block, and the building is large, then the toy block is small. But sense 4 emphasizes "greatly reduced size" as a copy/reproduction. A toy block isn't a copy of a real block in the way a toy car is a copy of a real car. Building blocks are inherently toys.

 Actually, looking at standard WordNet senses for "toy":
 1. plaything, toy -- (an artifact designed to be played with)
 2. toy -- (a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier); "a toy stove")
 3. toy -- (a device regarded as providing amusement; "private airplanes are a rich man's toy")
 4. miniature, toy -- (a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size)
 5. toy dog, toy -- (any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets)

 In the sentence, "toy block" is most likely sense 1 - it's a block that is a plaything. It's not a replica of a functional block (sense 2), nor is it a miniature version of a larger block (sense 4 - though this is arguable), and it's certainly not sense 3 or 5.

 Actually, looking at the example for sense 2: "a toy stove" - this is a replica of a real stove. A "toy block" would be... what? A replica of a real building block? That doesn't make sense.

 But wait, is "toy block" being used to mean a miniature block? Like a small version of a cinder block or something? No, "toy block" almost always means a child's play block.

 However, looking at the context: the building is shaking violently and being tossed around like a child's toy block. This emphasizes the smallness and lightness of the toy block compared to the building.

 Sense 4 (miniature) might be relevant here because the comparison relies on the size difference - the building is being treated as if it were small and light like a toy.

 But actually, the key is that "toy block" is a block used as a toy (sense 1), not a miniature replica of a block.

 Let me check if there's any ambiguity. In some contexts, "toy" can mean "miniature" (sense 4), as in "toy poodle" or "toy soldier". But "toy block" is not typically a miniature version of a real block; it's a play object.

 Therefore, the answer should be 1.

 Wait, I should double-check sense 2. The definition says "frequently used as a modifier". In "toy block", "toy" is indeed used as a modifier (attributive noun). But is a toy block a "nonfunctional replica of something else"?

 If we interpret "block" as referring to a building block (like a cinder block or concrete block), then a "toy block" could be a nonfunctional replica of a real building block - i.e., a small plastic or wooden block that looks like a cinder block but is for playing.

 But more likely, "block" here refers to a child's building block (like a wooden ABC block), which is inherently a toy, not a replica of something else.

 However, looking at the simile: "the building started shaking... as though it were a child's toy block". The building is being compared to a toy. The toy is a block. It's a plaything.

 I think sense 1 is the correct answer.

 But let me reconsider if it could be sense 4. Sense 4 is "a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size". If the building is being compared to a toy block, the toy block is a greatly reduced size version of... a building block? Or of the building itself? No, the toy block is not a copy of the building. The building is being compared to a toy block.

 Actually, the comparison is metaphorical: the building is shaking like a toy block being tossed. This emphasizes how violently it's shaking - as if it were a small, light object rather than a massive structure.

 The sense of "toy" here is the general sense: an object designed for play (sense 1).

 Final check: Could it be sense 2? "A nonfunctional replica... used as a modifier". While "toy" is used as a modifier here, and a toy block could be seen as a replica of a real block (if we consider construction blocks), the primary meaning in "child's toy block" is simply "plaything".

 I believe the answer is 1.

provider: ModelRun


[User]
Which numbered sense of "block" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This time, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy <t>block</t> that was being tossed.

Senses:
1. definition=a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides) | examples=the pyramids were built with large stone blocks
2. definition=a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings | examples=he lives in the next block
3. definition=a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides
4. definition=a number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unit | examples=he reserved a large block of seats
5. definition=housing in a large building that is divided into separate units | examples=there is a block of classrooms in the west wing
6. definition=(computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest data unit permitted | examples=since blocks are often defined as a single sector, the terms `block' and `sector' are sometimes used interchangeably
7. definition=an inability to remember or think of something you normally can do; often caused by emotional tension | examples=I knew his name perfectly well but I had a temporary block
8. definition=a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope
9. definition=a metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine | examples=the engine had to be replaced because the block was cracked
10. definition=an obstruction in a pipe or tube | examples=we had to call a plumber to clear out the blockage in the drainpipe
11. definition=a platform from which an auctioneer sells | examples=they put their paintings on the block
12. definition=the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "block" is used in the given sentence.

Sentence: "This time, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy <t>block</t> that was being tossed."

The word "block" here refers to a child's toy. Let me look at the senses:

1. a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides) - examples: stone blocks. This could potentially fit, but let's check others.
2. a rectangular area in a city - no.
3. a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides - this sounds like a geometric block, which could be a toy block.
4. a number or quantity of related things - no.
5. housing in a large building - no.
6. computer science - no.
7. inability to remember - no.
8. simple machine (pulley) - no.
9. engine block - no.
10. obstruction - no.
11. auction block - no.
12. act of obstructing - no.

Now between 1 and 3. Sense 1 is "a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)" - this is a general definition. Sense 3 is "a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides" - this is specifically a cube or rectangular prism.

A child's toy block is typically a wooden or plastic block in the shape of a cube or rectangular prism. The phrase "child's toy block" most directly refers to sense 3? Or sense 1?

Wait, let me reconsider. Sense 1 says "a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)" - examples include stone blocks. Sense 3 says "a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides".

Actually, looking at standard dictionary definitions (like WordNet which this seems to be based on):

Sense 1: block - a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides) - "the pyramids were built with large stone blocks"
Sense 3: cube, regular hexahedron, block - a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides

But in the context of "child's toy block", it could be sense 1 or 3. However, the phrase "as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed" suggests a small toy object. Toy blocks are often cubes. But sense 1 is more general for a solid piece.

Wait, looking carefully at the sentence: "shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed." This simile compares a building to a toy block. A toy block is a small solid piece, usually wooden, often cubic or rectangular.

In many lexical sample datasets (like SemCor or similar), "child's toy block" might map to sense 1 or sense 3. Let me think about which sense ID this corresponds to.

Actually, looking at the definitions, sense 3 seems to be the geometric shape "block" = cube/rectangular prism. But sense 1 is the more common general sense of a solid piece.

However, the example for sense 1 mentions "stone blocks". A toy block is also a solid piece of something (wood/plastic) with flat rectangular sides. So sense 1 fits well.

But wait, is there a specific sense for toy blocks? Not in this list. Let me re-read sense 3: "a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides". This is essentially a cube or rectangular prism. A child's toy block is exactly this shape.

But sense 1 is broader: "a solid piece of something". A toy block is a solid piece.

I need to determine which sense is the correct one in this specific dataset. This looks like it could be from WordNet. Let me think about WordNet senses.

In WordNet 3.0 or similar:
- Sense 1: block (a solid piece of something...) - synset: block%1:17:00:: ?
- Sense 3: block, cube (a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides) - synset: cube%1:25:00:: or block%1:25:00::

Actually, WordNet has:
- block, cube -- (a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides)
- block -- (a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides); "the pyramids were built with large stone blocks")

The example "child's toy block" is often associated with the "cube" sense in some annotations? Or with the general "solid piece" sense?

Let me think about the phrase "toy block". A toy block is typically a cube. But the definition in sense 1 says "usually having flat rectangular sides". A cube has flat rectangular (square) sides. So both fit.

However, the key might be in the specific wording of the sentence. It says "as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed." When you toss a block, you're tossing a small solid object. The comparison is about the building being shaken like a small toy.

In many standard sense inventories for this exact sentence (this looks like it might be from a standard test set), the correct answer is sense 1. But I'm not entirely sure. Let me reconsider.

Wait, I recall that in some lexical sample datasets (like the one from Raganato et al. or similar), there is a sentence exactly like this for the word "block". Let me try to remember which sense it was mapped to.

Actually, looking at the definitions again:
1. a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)
3. a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides

If the toy block is specifically cubic, sense 3 might be more precise. But sense 1 is the hypernym? No, sense 3 is a specific shape (cube), while sense 1 is a solid piece.

In WordNet, "block" sense 1 (solid piece) and "block" sense 3 (cube) are different. The example "child's toy block" could be annotated as sense 1 because it's a solid piece of wood/plastic. But it could also be sense 3 because it's a cube.

However, the phrase "block" in "toy block" is very commonly sense 1. Let me check the examples given. Sense 1 has example: "the pyramids were built with large stone blocks". Sense 3 has no example listed here.

Wait, the prompt says:
1. definition=... | examples=the pyramids were built with large stone blocks
3. definition=a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides | (no examples shown)

In many educational contexts, a "block" for children is sense 1. But actually, looking at dictionary definitions, Merriam-Webster has:
- a usually rectangular piece of material (as wood or glass)
- a piece of wood on which persons are beheaded
- a mold or form on which something is shaped
- a hollow rectangular building unit
- a solid piece of material usually with one or more flat sides

And separately:
- a child's wooden building block

In WordNet, "cube, block" is a separate synset. But "block" as a solid piece is another.

Given the sentence compares a building to a child's toy block being tossed, the image is of a small cube-like object. But sense 1 is more general.

Let me think about this differently. The sentence is: "as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed." The word "block" here refers to the toy itself. In WordNet, the sense "a solid piece of something" usually covers toy blocks. The sense "cube" is more geometric/technical.

But I want to be careful. Let me search my internal knowledge for this specific sentence. I believe this sentence appears in the SemCor corpus or All Words corpus. In SemCor, "block" in "toy block" might be tagged as sense 1 (solid piece).

Actually, I recall a similar sentence from the WSD literature. The sentence might be from the senseval or semeval dataset. Let me think... The sentence describes an earthquake or explosion, where a building shakes like a toy block.

If I have to choose between 1 and 3:
- Sense 1: a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)
- Sense 3: a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides

A "child's toy block" is a specific object. Sense 1 is defined as "a solid piece of something". That fits. Sense 3 is defined purely as a geometric shape. While a toy block has that shape, the referent is a physical object (a piece of wood/plastic), not an abstract geometric shape. So sense 1 is more appropriate because it's a solid piece of material.

Wait, but sense 1 says "usually having flat rectangular sides". A toy block is exactly that. So sense 1 is perfect.

However, let me double-check if there's any other sense that could fit. Sense 3 is "a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides". This is a geometric definition. You wouldn't call a toy a "shape" in this context; you call it a solid piece. So sense 1 is better.

But I should also consider: is there a sense missing that would be "a small cube used as a toy by children"? No, the list provided doesn't have that specifically. So we must choose among the given.

Given the options, sense 1 seems the most likely correct answer. But I want to be absolutely sure. Let me think about whether "block" in "toy block" is commonly sense 1 or 3 in WordNet.

In WordNet 3.1:
- block#n#1: a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides) — "the pyramids were built with large stone blocks"
- block#n#2: a rectangular area in a city...
- block#n#3: cube, regular hexahedron, block — a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides
- ...

Now, if I look up "toy block" in WordNet, it might be in the hyponyms of block#1? Actually, "toy block" might be linked to block#1 via "building block". "Building block" is a hyponym of block#1? Or is it block#3?

Actually, "building block" in WordNet is:
- building block, block — a block of material used in construction work
- building block, unit — a single undivided natural thing occurring in the composition of something else

Wait, "building block" might be separate.

But in the sentence, it's "child's toy block". This is clearly a small object. I think the annotators would choose sense 1.

Let me reconsider sense 3. If the sentence were "A block has six faces", then sense 3. But here it's a physical toy being tossed. So it's sense 1.

Wait, I found a clue: The example for sense 1 is "the pyramids were built with large stone blocks". This establishes sense 1 as a solid piece of material used for construction or similar. A toy block is also a solid piece of material, though used as a toy. The parallel is strong.

Sense 3 has no example, suggesting it's a more technical/geometric sense.

Therefore, the answer should be 1.

But let me also consider if it could be sense 3 because a toy block is typically a cube. However, the definition of sense 3 doesn't mention being a toy or solid piece; it's purely geometric. The sentence is using "block" as a physical object being tossed, not as a geometric abstraction. So 1 is correct.

Actually, I want to check one more thing. In some lexical resources, "block" sense 1 might be the only appropriate one for "toy block". I'll go with 1.

Wait, I just realized I should look at the exact wording again: "a child's toy block". This is a compound noun where "block" is the head. The sense of "block" is the same as in "building block" or "wooden block". It's the basic sense of a solid piece.

Yes, I'm confident it's sense 1.

Hold on. Let me reconsider one more time. Is there any chance it's sense 3? In WordNet, the synset for "cube, regular hexahedron, block" includes "block" as a term for the geometric shape. But would you say "a child's toy block" refers to a geometric shape? No. You might say "the block is a three-dimensional shape" referring to the class, but here it's an individual object.

Also, sense 1 explicitly mentions "flat rectangular sides", which toy blocks have.

So final answer: 1.

Actually, I want to make sure about the numbering. The user says "Return only the number of the correct sense." So I should output just "1".

Let me do a final sanity check. Could it be sense 2? No, that's a city block. Sense 4? No. Sense 5? No. Sense 6? No. Sense 7? No. Sense 8? No. Sense 9? No. Sense 10? No. Sense 11? No. Sense 12? No.

So it's between 1 and 3. The physical object reading (sense 1) wins over the geometric shape reading (sense 3).

One more thought: In the sentence, the building is shaking "as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed." The simile relies on the building being like a small, solid, rigid object. Sense 1 captures "solid piece". Sense 3 captures "shape". Solidity is more relevant to the simile than the geometric specificity of having six sides. So sense 1 is definitely the better fit.

Answer: 1

provider: SiliconFlow


[User]
Which numbered sense of "toss" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: This time, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being <t>tossed</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=throw or toss with a light motion | examples=flip me the beachball
2. definition=lightly throw to see which side comes up | examples=I don't know what to do--I may as well flip a coin!
3. definition=throw carelessly | examples=chuck the ball
4. definition=move or stir about violently | examples=The feverish patient thrashed around in his bed
5. definition=throw or cast away | examples=Put away your worries
6. definition=agitate | examples=toss the salad

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "toss" is used in the given sentence.

 Let me analyze the sentence: "This time, it just got stronger and then the building started shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being <t>tossed</t>."

 The key context here is:
 - The building is shaking violently up and down
 - It's being compared to a child's toy block being tossed
 - The motion is violent shaking up and down

 Now let me look at the definitions:

 1. "throw or toss with a light motion" - This suggests a gentle flip, like flipping a beachball. Doesn't match the violent shaking.

 2. "lightly throw to see which side comes up" - This is flipping a coin. Doesn't match.

 3. "throw carelessly" - This is chucking something. While it involves throwing, the context emphasizes the violent shaking motion, not just careless throwing.

 4. "move or stir about violently" - Examples: "The feverish patient thrashed around in his bed". This matches the context of violent shaking up and down.

 5. "throw or cast away" - This is discarding. Doesn't match.

 6. "agitate" - Examples: "toss the salad". This is mixing, not the violent up and down motion described.

 The sentence describes the building shaking violently up and down, comparing it to a toy block being moved about violently. Definition 4 specifically mentions "move or stir about violently" with an example of thrashing around, which fits the context of violent shaking.

 Wait, let me reconsider. The word is "tossed" in the context of a child's toy block. When you toss a toy block, you throw it. But the context emphasizes the shaking - "shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

 Actually, looking more carefully: the building is shaking up and down violently LIKE a toy block being tossed. When you toss something (throw it), it might tumble or move violently through the air.

 But definition 4 is "move or stir about violently" - this seems to fit best because the focus is on the violent movement/shaking. The building isn't being thrown from one place to another (like definitions 1, 2, 3, or 5), but rather it's being shaken violently.

 Actually, let me think about this again. "Being tossed" - in the context of an earthquake or shaking building, if a building is being tossed, it means it's being thrown around violently. But looking at the definitions:

 Definition 4: "move or stir about violently" - example: "The feverish patient thrashed around in his bed"

 This definition is about violent movement, not necessarily throwing. But "toss" usually means to throw.

 Wait, I should look at definition 3: "throw carelessly" - example: "chuck the ball"

 Definition 1: "throw or toss with a light motion"

 Definition 4 seems different from the others - it's about moving violently without necessarily implying throwing through the air.

 In the sentence, the building is "shaking violently up and down" - this is the movement being described. The comparison is to a toy block being tossed. When you toss a block, you throw it, and it tumbles through the air.

 But the key is: which sense of "toss" matches this usage?

 Let me reconsider the sentence structure: "shaking violently up and down as though it were a child's toy block that was being tossed."

 If something is being tossed, it's being thrown. But definitions 1, 2, and 3 are about throwing. Definition 4 is about moving violently.

 Actually, looking at definition 4 more carefully: "move or stir about violently" - the example is "The feverish patient thrashed around in his bed."

 But "toss" in the sense of definition 4 - is that a valid sense? Let me think about WordNet or dictionary definitions.

 Actually, looking at the pattern of the senses provided, these look like WordNet synsets.

 In WordNet, "toss" has several senses:
 - flip, toss: throw with a light motion
 - flip, toss: throw carelessly
 - toss: move or stir about violently (as in "tossing and turning in bed")
 - toss: throw or cast away
 - toss: agitate (as in toss a salad)

 Wait, "toss" in the sense of moving violently about is definitely a sense. Like "toss and turn" in bed.

 The sentence says the building is shaking violently up and down as if it were a toy being tossed.

 If a toy block is being tossed, it could mean:
 1. It's being thrown (defs 1, 2, 3)
 2. It's being moved about violently (def 4)

 Given the context of violent shaking up and down, and the comparison to how a feverish patient thrashes around (def 4 example), definition 4 seems most appropriate.

 Definition 3 is "throw carelessly" - this would mean the block is thrown from one place to another.
 Definition 4 is "move or stir about violently" - this would mean the block is being shaken or moved around violently.

 The phrase "shaking violently up and down" aligns with definition 4 "move or stir about violently."

 Also, the example for definition 4 mentions "thrashed around" which is similar to the shaking described.

 Therefore, the answer should be 4.

 Wait, let me double-check. Could it be definition 3?

 Definition 3: "throw carelessly" - examples: "chuck the ball"

 If the building is like a toy block being tossed (thrown), that could work. But the specific context is "shaking violently up and down" - this suggests the motion of being tossed around, not the act of throwing.

 Actually, looking at definition 4's wording again: "move or stir about violently" - this matches "shaking violently" perfectly.

 Definition 6: "agitate" - example: "toss the salad" - this is a specific type of mixing motion, not violent shaking.

 So definition 4 is the best match.

 Actually, let me make sure about the WordNet sense ordering. These look like they could be from WordNet 3.0 or similar.

 WordNet senses for toss (verb):
 1. flip, toss, sky, pitch - throw with a light motion
 2. flip, toss - lightly throw to see which side comes up
 3. chuck, toss - throw carelessly
 4. convulse, thresh, thresh about, thrash, thrash about, slash, toss, jactitate - move or stir about violently
 5. discard, fling, toss, toss out, toss away, chuck out, cast aside, dispose, throw out, cast out, throw away, cast away, put away - throw or cast away
 6. agitate, vex, disturb, commove, shake up, stir up, raise up, toss - agitate

 Looking at these:
 Sense 4 in the list is: "move or stir about violently" with examples involving thrashing.

 The sentence describes the building "shaking violently up and down" - this is exactly the kind of violent movement described in sense 4.

 The comparison to a child's toy block being tossed - in this context, "tossed" means being thrown around violently, moved about violently.

 Therefore, the answer is 4.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "library" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: I was in the Berkeley Main <t>library</t> when it hit.

Senses:
1. definition=a room where books are kept | examples=they had brandy in the library
2. definition=a collection of literary documents or records kept for reference or borrowing
3. definition=a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study
4. definition=(computing) a collection of standard programs and subroutines that are stored and available for immediate use
5. definition=a building that houses a collection of books and other materials

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which sense of "library" is used in the sentence: "I was in the Berkeley Main <t>library</t> when it hit."

 Let me analyze the sentence:
 - "I was in the Berkeley Main library" - This suggests a physical location/building
 - "Berkeley Main" suggests a specific named library (likely the main library in Berkeley)
 - The context implies a physical place where someone can be "in"

 Now let's look at the senses:

 1. "a room where books are kept" - This refers to a room, not necessarily a whole building. While possible, "Berkeley Main library" suggests a major facility, not just a room.

 2. "a collection of literary documents or records" - This refers to the collection itself, not the physical place. You can't be "in" a collection in the physical sense (though you can be in the building housing it).

 3. "a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study" - This refers to a building/structure designed for this purpose.

 4. "(computing) a collection of standard programs..." - This is clearly about software/computing, not a physical place someone can be "in" in the sense described.

 5. "a building that houses a collection of books and other materials" - This refers to the building itself.

 Now, sense 3 and 5 are very similar. Let me look closer:
 - Sense 3: "a depository built to contain books..." - emphasizes it as a depository/structure
 - Sense 5: "a building that houses a collection..." - emphasizes it as a building

 The sentence says "I was in the Berkeley Main library" - this strongly suggests a physical building or facility.

 Between sense 3 and 5:
 - Sense 3 focuses on it being a "depository built to contain..."
 - Sense 5 focuses on it being a "building that houses..."

 Actually, looking at standard dictionary definitions (like WordNet which this seems to be based on):
 - Sense 3 is usually "depository library" - a place where things are deposited/stored
 - Sense 5 is the general "building" sense

 But wait, "Berkeley Main library" most likely refers to the main library building of Berkeley (UC Berkeley or the city of Berkeley).

 Let me reconsider the differences:
 - Sense 1: room (too small, usually a room in a house or building)
 - Sense 3: depository (could be a building or part of a building)
 - Sense 5: building (specifically a building)

 Actually, looking at typical WordNet senses for "library":
 1. library (a room where books are kept)
 2. library (a collection of literary documents or records)
 3. library, depository library (a depository built to contain books...)
 4. library (computing)
 5. library (a building that houses a collection...)

 The phrase "Berkeley Main library" refers to a specific library building. However, sense 3 and 5 are both possible.

 But "depository" in sense 3 might imply something more like a repository/archive, while sense 5 is the general public library building.

 Actually, looking at the examples:
 - Sense 1 example: "they had brandy in the library" - this suggests a room in a house (like a study/library room)
 - Sense 3: "depository built to contain books" - this is a facility
 - Sense 5: "building that houses a collection" - this is also a facility

 The key difference might be that sense 3 emphasizes the function as a depository, while sense 5 emphasizes it being a building.

 But "Berkeley Main library" is definitely referring to a building. However, sense 3 could also apply to a building.

 Wait, I should look at whether "Berkeley Main" modifies "library" as a proper name of a specific library building.

 Actually, looking at typical usage in WordNet datasets:
 - Sense 5 is usually the general sense of the building
 - Sense 3 is often "depository library" which might be more technical

 But let me think about the context. "I was in the..." suggests a physical location. Both 3 and 5 work, but 5 is more specifically about the building structure.

 However, looking at the exact wording:
 - Sense 3: "a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study"
 - Sense 5: "a building that houses a collection of books and other materials"

 Sense 3 mentions "for reading and study" which fits a public library like Berkeley Main Library.
 Sense 5 is more generic about housing a collection.

 Actually, Berkeley Main Library likely refers to the Berkeley Public Library's main branch, or possibly the main library at UC Berkeley.

 In either case, it's a public library building.

 Between sense 3 and 5, I think sense 5 is the better fit because:
 1. It explicitly mentions "building"
 2. "Berkeley Main library" treats it as a specific building/institution
 3. Sense 3's "depository" might be slightly more formal/archival

 But I need to be careful. Let me reconsider if it could be sense 1 (a room). No, "Berkeley Main" suggests a major facility, not a room.

 Could it be sense 2 (the collection)? No, you don't say "I was in the collection" in this context.

 Could it be sense 4 (computing)? No, context suggests physical location.

 So it's between 3 and 5.

 Actually, looking at WordNet 3.0 or similar:
 - Sense 3: "depository library" - a facility where things can be deposited for storage and safekeeping
 - Sense 5: "library" - a building that houses a collection of books and other materials

 Wait, I think I need to look at this more carefully. The user is asking for a numbered sense from a specific list.

 Let me look at the definitions again:
 1. room
 2. collection (abstract)
 3. depository built to contain...
 4. computing
 5. building that houses...

 "Berkeley Main library" - the word "Main" suggests it's the main branch of a library system, which is a building.

 However, sense 3 says "depository built to contain" - this is also a building.

 But sense 5 is more general and common for public libraries.

 Actually, looking at the example for sense 1: "they had brandy in the library" - this is a room in a house.

 For sense 3 vs 5, I think the distinction in WordNet is:
 - Sense 3: emphasizes the repository function (like a library that receives copies of all publications)
 - Sense 5: emphasizes the building aspect

 But in common parlance, when someone says "I was in the library," they usually mean the building (sense 5) or the room (sense 1).

 Given "Berkeley Main" - this is a proper name of a library building. So sense 5 seems best.

 However, I should check if there's any chance it's sense 3. "Depository" might be too specific.

 Actually, looking at the Berkeley Main Library - it's the main branch of the Berkeley Public Library, which is definitely a building.

 I think the answer is 5.

 But wait, let me double-check. Could it be sense 3? "A depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study" - yes, that describes a library building too.

 But sense 5 is "a building that houses a collection of books and other materials" - also describes it.

 The difference is subtle. In many lexical databases:
 - Sense 3 = depository library (technical term for a library that is a repository)
 - Sense 5 = library (the building)

 Given the context "I was in...", referring to being inside the physical structure, sense 5 (building) is the most accurate.

 Actually, looking at similar disambiguation tasks, "library" referring to a public library building is usually sense 5.

 Let me confirm: if the sentence was "I was in the school library", it could be sense 1 (if it's just a room in the school) or sense 5 (if referring to the building). But "Berkeley Main" suggests a standalone building or the main facility, making sense 5 more likely.

 I think the answer is 5.

 Wait, I should reconsider sense 3. Is there any indication that "Berkeley Main library" is a depository library? Not necessarily. "Depository" often refers to legal deposit libraries (like the Library of Congress in the US, or British Library in the UK). Berkeley Main Library is not necessarily a depository library in that technical sense.

 Therefore, sense 5 is correct.

 Final check:
 - 1: room - no, too small scale
 - 2: collection - no, can't be physically in a collection
 - 3: depository - possible but too specific/technical
 - 4: computing - no
 - 5: building - yes, fits perfectly

 Answer: 5

provider: Phala


[User]
Which numbered sense of "hit" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: I was in the Berkeley Main library when it <t>hit</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=cause to move by striking | examples=hit a ball
2. definition=hit against; come into sudden contact with | examples=The car hit a tree
3. definition=deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument | examples=He hit her hard in the face
4. definition=reach a destination, either real or abstract | examples=We hit Detroit by noon
5. definition=affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely | examples=We were hit by really bad weather
6. definition=hit with a missile from a weapon
7. definition=encounter by chance | examples=I stumbled across a long-lost cousin last night in a restaurant
8. definition=gain points in a game | examples=The home team scored many times
9. definition=cause to experience suddenly | examples=Panic struck me
10. definition=make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target | examples=The Germans struck Poland on Sept. 1, 1939
11. definition=kill intentionally and with premeditation | examples=The mafia boss ordered his enemies murdered
12. definition=drive something violently into a location | examples=he hit his fist on the table
13. definition=reach a point in time, or a certain state or level | examples=The thermometer hit 100 degrees
14. definition=produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically | examples=The pianist strikes a middle C
15. definition=consume to excess | examples=hit the bottle
16. definition=hit the intended target or goal
17. definition=pay unsolicited and usually unwanted sexual attention to | examples=He tries to hit on women in bars

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "hit" is used in the sentence: "I was in the Berkeley Main library when it <t>hit</t>."

Let me analyze the sentence. The context suggests something sudden happened - likely referring to an earthquake, since Berkeley is in California (earthquake-prone area), or possibly some other sudden event like a realization, power outage, etc.

Looking at the senses:

1. cause to move by striking - doesn't fit, no object being moved by striking
2. hit against; come into sudden contact - could be possible if "it" refers to something like a car, but "it hit" without specifying what "it" is hitting against is vague
3. deal a blow to - needs a patient/object being hit
4. reach a destination - "it" (presumably a destination?) doesn't make sense here
5. affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely - this fits well. "It hit" could mean something like an earthquake hit, or a realization hit, or some adverse event occurred.
6. hit with a missile - unlikely in a library context
7. encounter by chance - "it" wouldn't be the subject encountering
8. gain points - doesn't fit
9. cause to experience suddenly - "Panic struck me" example. But here "it hit" - if "it" is the subject causing experience... wait, "it hit" without indirect object. Usually "it hit me" would be this sense.
10. make a strategic assault - possible but unlikely for "it"
11. kill intentionally - unlikely
12. drive something violently into a location - doesn't fit
13. reach a point in time/state/level - "it hit 100 degrees" - possible if referring to a quake magnitude or something, but less likely than sense 5
14. produce by manipulating keys - musical, doesn't fit
15. consume to excess - "hit the bottle" - doesn't fit with "it"
16. hit the intended target - doesn't fit
17. pay unwanted sexual attention - "hit on", needs "on"

Sense 5 says "affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely" with example "We were hit by really bad weather". This fits "it hit" (referring to something like an earthquake, storm, etc.).

Sense 9 is also close: "cause to experience suddenly" with example "Panic struck me". But that would require "it hit me" or similar structure.

Actually, looking carefully at sense 9: "cause to experience suddenly" - this is often used as "it hit me that..." meaning realization.

But the sentence is "when it hit" - this could be:
- An earthquake hit (sense 5)
- A realization hit (sense 9, though typically "it hit me")

Wait, let's look at the exact wording again. "I was in the Berkeley Main library when it hit."

In the context of Berkeley and libraries (earthquake-prone area), this most likely refers to an earthquake. Earthquakes "hit" in the sense of affecting/afflicting suddenly and adversely - that's sense 5.

Sense 9 would be more like "when it hit me" (when I realized).

But actually, looking at sense 9's definition: "cause to experience suddenly" - if "it" is the cause and there's an implied experiencer (me), then "when it hit" could mean "when it struck me" or "when I experienced it suddenly." But the gloss for sense 9 examples includes "Panic struck me" - note that "struck" is used similarly to "hit."

However, sense 5 specifically mentions "affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely" with the example "We were hit by really bad weather." This is the transitive use where the subject is the adverse thing (weather, earthquake, etc.) and it hits the location/people.

Given that the sentence is "when it hit" without specifying the experiencer as object, but with "I was in the library" setting the scene, and given the Berkeley context (famous for earthquakes), sense 5 seems most appropriate.

Sense 2: "hit against; come into sudden contact" - example "The car hit a tree". Here "it" would need to hit something specific.

Sense 13: "reach a point in time, or a certain state or level" - example "The thermometer hit 100 degrees". "It hit" could mean something reached a certain level, but without specifying what level, this is less likely.

Between sense 5 and sense 9:
- Sense 5: "affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely" - fits disasters
- Sense 9: "cause to experience suddenly" - fits realizations, emotions

But sense 9 examples show "Panic struck me" - the syntactic structure is different from "it hit". For "it hit" to be sense 9, it would need to be causing someone to experience something, but the experiencer isn't mentioned as object in the sentence fragment "when it hit".

Actually, looking at sense 5 examples again: "We were hit by really bad weather" - this is passive. The active would be "Really bad weather hit."

So "it hit" where "it" = earthquake/disaster fits sense 5 perfectly.

Therefore, the answer is 5.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "endless" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: <t>Endless</t> seconds wondering if those huge windows would buckle and shower us with glass.

Senses:
1. definition=tiresomely long; seemingly without end | examples=endless debates
2. definition=infinitely great in number | examples=endless waves
3. definition=having no known beginning and presumably no end | examples=the dateless rise and fall of the tides
4. definition=having the ends united so as to form a continuous whole | examples=an endless chain

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "endless" is used in the given sentence.

 Sentence: "Endless seconds wondering if those huge windows would buckle and shower us with glass."

 Let me analyze the context:
 - "Endless seconds" - this refers to a period of time (seconds) that feels very long
 - The context suggests a tense moment where time seems to drag on (wondering if windows would buckle)
 - This is about a subjective experience of time feeling prolonged or tiresomely long

 Now let's look at the options:
 1. definition=tiresomely long; seemingly without end | examples=endless debates
    - This fits well. The seconds feel tiresomely long, dragging on seemingly without end during a tense moment.

 2. definition=infinitely great in number | examples=endless waves
    - This refers to quantity/count being infinite. "Seconds" here refers to a duration of time passing slowly, not an infinite number of seconds.

 3. definition=having no known beginning and presumably no end | examples=the dateless rise and fall of the tides
    - This refers to eternal, timeless concepts. The sentence is about a specific moment in time that feels long, not something eternal or without beginning.

 4. definition=having the ends united so as to form a continuous whole | examples=an endless chain
    - This is a physical description of something looped or circular (like a chain or belt). Doesn't apply to "seconds" in this context.

 The best fit is sense 1: "tiresomely long; seemingly without end" - describing the subjective experience of time passing very slowly during a tense or anxious moment.

 The answer should be: 1

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