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

Sentence: In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: <t>badly</t> dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "

Senses:
1. definition=to a severe or serious degree | examples=fingers so badly frozen they had to be amputated
2. definition=(`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well | examples=he was ill prepared
3. definition=evilly or wickedly | examples=treated his parents badly
4. definition=in a disobedient or naughty way | examples=he behaved badly in school
5. definition=with great intensity (`bad' is a nonstandard variant for `badly') | examples=the injury hurt badly
6. definition=very much; strongly | examples=I wanted it badly enough to work hard for it
7. definition=without skill or in a displeasing manner | examples=she writes badly
8. definition=in a disadvantageous way; to someone's disadvantage | examples=the venture turned out badly for the investors
9. definition=unfavorably or with disapproval | examples=tried not to speak ill of the dead
10. definition=with unusual distress or resentment or regret or emotional display | examples=they took their defeat badly

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

Sentence: "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that 'the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals.'"

The word "badly" here modifies "dressed" - describing how the male ringers are dressed.

Let me look at the senses:

1. to a severe or serious degree - This would be like "badly injured" meaning severely injured. But here it's "badly dressed" - this doesn't fit because "dressed" isn't a condition that can be severe in that sense.

2. (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well - This seems promising. "Badly dressed" means dressed in a poor or unsatisfactory manner. The definition mentions "ill" as a combining form, and we often say "ill-dressed" or "badly dressed."

3. evilly or wickedly - This would be about moral badness. Being badly dressed isn't evil or wicked.

4. in a disobedient or naughty way - This is about behavior, not clothing.

5. with great intensity - This doesn't fit "dressed."

6. very much; strongly - This is about desire or need, like "want badly." Doesn't fit.

7. without skill or in a displeasing manner - This could work. "Badly dressed" could mean dressed without skill or in a displeasing manner. Let me compare with #2.

8. in a disadvantageous way - This is about outcomes or situations turning out badly for someone.

9. unfavorably or with disapproval - This is about speaking of someone or judging them.

10. with unusual distress or resentment - This is about emotional reactions.

Now comparing #2 and #7:

#2: "in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well" - examples include "he was ill prepared"
#7: "without skill or in a displeasing manner" - examples include "she writes badly"

"Badly dressed" means dressed poorly, in an unsatisfactory manner. This aligns with #2.

Actually, looking more carefully:
- #2 mentions "ill prepared" as an example, and "ill-dressed" would be similar.
- #7 is about skill ("she writes badly" - without skill).

"Dressed" isn't really a skill in the same way writing is. You can dress poorly (unsatisfactorily) without it being about skill. "Badly dressed" typically means wearing inappropriate or unattractive clothing - in a poor manner.

Looking at the exact wording of #2: "(`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well"

"Badly dressed" = dressed poorly = dressed in an unsatisfactory manner.

Looking at #7: "without skill or in a displeasing manner"

While "in a displeasing manner" could fit, "without skill" is the primary meaning for #7 based on the example "she writes badly."

Actually, "badly dressed" is more about the result being unsatisfactory/poor rather than lack of skill. Though there is overlap, #2 seems like the better fit because:
1. The definition explicitly mentions "ill" as a combining form, and "ill-dressed" is a common variant of "badly dressed"
2. The definition focuses on "poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner"
3. #7 focuses on "without skill" which is less applicable to dressing

Wait, let me reconsider. The example for #7 is "she writes badly" which could mean either without skill or in a displeasing manner. But "badly dressed" is definitely about appearance being displeasing or unsatisfactory.

Let me look at standard dictionary definitions. In many dictionaries, "badly" when meaning "poorly" or "inadequately" is a distinct sense.

Sense #2 says: "(`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well"

This is exactly what "badly dressed" means - dressed poorly, in an unsatisfactory manner.

Sense #7 says: "without skill or in a displeasing manner"

While "in a displeasing manner" fits, the primary distinction is that #2 is about general poor quality/unsatisfactory nature, while #7 is specifically about lack of skill.

Actually, looking at the example for #2: "he was ill prepared" - this is about the state/quality of preparation.
And for #7: "she writes badly" - this is about the manner/skill of writing.

But "badly dressed" is tricky. It could go either way. However, "dressed" is more of a state/result than a skill. You don't typically say someone "dresses skillfully" - you say they dress well or badly (meaning their clothing choices/appearance is good or bad).

Actually, looking at the specific context: "badly dressed" in the sentence is parallel to "decorated with acne," "unwashed," etc. These are all descriptions of their appearance/state. "Badly dressed" means their clothing is poor/unsatisfactory.

I think #2 is the correct answer. The phrase "badly dressed" means dressed poorly or unsatisfactorily, which matches definition #2.

Let me double-check by looking at whether any other sense could fit:
- #1: severely dressed? No.
- #3: evilly dressed? No.
- #4: naughtily dressed? No.
- #5: intensely dressed? No.
- #6: wanting to be dressed? No.
- #8: disadvantageously dressed? Not really.
- #9: unfavorably dressed? Not quite.
- #10: emotionally dressed? No.

So it's between #2 and #7.

The key difference is that #2 emphasizes "poor, improper, unsatisfactory" while #7 emphasizes "without skill."

In the context of the sentence, the woman is criticizing the appearance of male ringers: badly dressed, acne, beer-belly, unwashed. "Badly dressed" here means poorly dressed, inadequately dressed, or dressed in an unsatisfactory way. This aligns perfectly with definition #2.

Definition #7 with "without skill" would be more appropriate for actions requiring skill like playing an instrument, writing, singing, etc. Dressing doesn't require skill in the same sense - it's more about taste and appearance.

Therefore, the answer is 2.

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

Sentence: In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly <t>dressed</t>, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "

Senses:
1. definition=dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination | examples=the elegantly attired gentleman
2. definition=treated with medications and protective covering
3. definition=(of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth
4. definition=dressed in fancy or formal clothing

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

 The sentence is: "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that 'the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly <t>dressed</t>, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals.'"

 The context is describing the appearance of male ringers (bell ringers, presumably). The word "dressed" is modified by "badly" and appears in a list of negative traits: badly dressed, decorated with acne, large beer-belly, unwashed, etc.

 Let me look at the senses:

 1. definition=dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination | examples=the elegantly attired gentleman
    - This mentions "fine attire" and gives an example of "elegantly attired". But in our sentence, it's "badly dressed", which is the opposite of fine attire.
    - However, "dressed" here could mean simply clothed, and "badly" modifies it.
    - Wait, looking more carefully: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire". The "especially in fine attire" suggests this sense is about being well-dressed or formally dressed.

 2. definition=treated with medications and protective covering
    - This would be for wounds or medical contexts. The sentence is about appearance and clothing, not medical treatment.

 3. definition=(of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth
    - This is about materials, not people. The sentence is about people (male ringers).

 4. definition=dressed in fancy or formal clothing
    - This is about fancy or formal clothing.

 Hmm. Let me think about this more carefully.

 The phrase is "badly dressed".

 Looking at sense 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination"
 - The example is "the elegantly attired gentleman"
 - "Elegantly attired" suggests well-dressed.
 - But "badly dressed" would be the opposite - poorly clothed.

 Actually, looking at the definitions again:

 Sense 1 says "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire"
 Sense 4 says "dressed in fancy or formal clothing"

 Both seem similar. Let me think about the nuances.

 Sense 1 mentions "often used in combination" - like "well-dressed", "badly dressed", "elegantly dressed".

 Actually, looking at the wording of sense 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire"

 But in the sentence, we have "badly dressed" - which means poorly clothed, not wearing fine attire.

 Wait, I need to look at what the word "dressed" actually means in context.

 "Badly dressed" means wearing clothes that are not good - either the clothes themselves are poor, or the person is wearing them sloppily.

 Let me reconsider the senses:

 1. "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire" - This seems to be about the state of wearing clothes, with a nuance toward fine attire, but "dressed" in general means wearing clothes.

 Actually, looking at standard dictionary definitions:

 Sense 1 might be the general sense of "wearing clothes" or "clothed".

 But the definition says "especially in fine attire".

 Let me think about this differently.

 In the sentence, "badly dressed" is contrasted with being well-dressed or presentable. It's describing the state of one's clothing/appearance.

 Sense 4: "dressed in fancy or formal clothing" - This doesn't fit because "badly dressed" wouldn't mean dressed in fancy clothing.

 Wait, that doesn't make sense. If sense 4 is "dressed in fancy or formal clothing", then "badly dressed" wouldn't fit sense 4.

 Let me look at sense 1 again: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination"

 The phrase "especially in fine attire" is interesting. It suggests that this sense of "dressed" typically refers to being well-dressed or formally dressed.

 But "badly dressed" uses "dressed" in the sense of "wearing clothes" generally, modified by "badly".

 Hmm, let me reconsider the four senses:

 1. dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
    - Example: "the elegantly attired gentleman"
    - This suggests "dressed" = wearing clothes, particularly nice ones.

 2. treated with medications and protective covering
    - Medical context. Not applicable.

 3. (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth
    - Material processing. Not applicable.

 4. dressed in fancy or formal clothing
    - This is about fancy/formal clothing.

 Actually, looking at these, sense 4 is very specific: fancy or formal clothing.
 Sense 1 is more general but mentions "especially in fine attire".

 But "badly dressed" means the opposite of well-dressed.

 In many dictionaries, "dressed" has a general sense meaning "wearing clothes" or "clothed".

 Let me think about the specific definitions given.

 Sense 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire"

 The word "especially" is key here. It means that "dressed" can mean simply "clothed", but often refers to fine attire.

 The example "the elegantly attired gentleman" shows the positive, fine attire version.

 But "badly dressed" would use the same sense of "dressed" (wearing clothes), just with a negative modifier.

 Sense 4: "dressed in fancy or formal clothing"

 This seems to be a subset or specific instance.

 Actually, looking more carefully:

 Sense 1 says "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire"
 This is the general sense of wearing clothes, with a note that it often refers to fine attire.

 The phrase "often used in combination" suggests compound words or phrases like "well-dressed", "fully-dressed", "badly-dressed".

 Sense 4 says specifically "dressed in fancy or formal clothing".

 In the sentence, "badly dressed" means wearing poor clothing or wearing clothes poorly.

 This would be sense 1, because:
 - Sense 1 is the general sense of being clothed/wearing attire
 - "Badly" modifies how one is dressed

 Sense 4 is too specific - it's about fancy or formal clothing specifically.

 Wait, but let me look at the example given for sense 1: "the elegantly attired gentleman"

 This example is actually using "attired", not "dressed".

 Hmm.

 Let me think about WordNet or similar lexical databases. These look like WordNet senses.

 In WordNet, the senses of "dressed" (as an adjective) are:

 1. dressed, clothed -- (wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination)
    Example: "the fully clothed"; "policemen ... were thickly clothed for protection against the cold"

 2. dressed, treated -- (treated with medications and protective covering)

 3. dressed, polished -- ((of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth)

 4. dressed, dressed-up, dressed to the nines, dressed to kill, dolled up, spruced up, spiffed up, togged up -- (dressed in fancy or formal clothing)
    Example: "a dressed gentleman"

 Actually, looking at these, sense 1 in the user's list matches WordNet sense 1.

 The user's sense 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination"

 Wait, that doesn't quite match. WordNet sense 1 is general - wearing clothing.

 Let me look at the user's definitions again:

 1. definition=dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination | examples=the elegantly attired gentleman

 Hmm, "especially in fine attire" is interesting.

 Actually, I think I need to parse this more carefully.

 The phrase "especially in fine attire" might be modifying the definition.

 Let me consider: in the sentence "badly dressed", what does "dressed" mean?

 It means "wearing clothes" or "clothed".

 Now, looking at the four options:

 Option 2 is medical - wrong.
 Option 3 is for lumber/stone - wrong.

 It's between 1 and 4.

 Option 4: "dressed in fancy or formal clothing"

 If someone is "badly dressed", they are definitely NOT in fancy or formal clothing.

 So option 4 doesn't make sense for "badly dressed".

 Unless... "dressed" by itself in option 4 means specifically fancy/formal.

 But "badly dressed" uses "dressed" in the general sense.

 Option 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire"

 The word "especially" suggests that while the primary meaning is "clothed", it often implies fine attire.

 But "badly dressed" is a combination where "dressed" means clothed, and "badly" modifies it.

 The phrase "often used in combination" supports this - "badly dressed" is a combination.

 Actually, looking at the example for sense 1: "the elegantly attired gentleman"

 This uses "attired", not "dressed".

 Wait, maybe the example is illustrating the concept.

 Let me think about this more.

 In standard English:
 - "Dressed" can mean simply wearing clothes (general)
 - "Dressed" can mean wearing fancy clothes (specific)

 Sense 4 is clearly the fancy one: "dressed in fancy or formal clothing"

 Sense 1 says "especially in fine attire", which suggests it IS the fancy one.

 But that would mean both 1 and 4 are about fancy attire?

 Let me read them again:

 1. dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
 4. dressed in fancy or formal clothing

 These do seem similar.

 But sense 1 mentions "often used in combination" - like "well-dressed", "fully-dressed", "dressed-up".

 Actually, looking at the phrase "especially in fine attire", this might mean that the word "dressed" typically implies fine attire when used without qualification.

 But "badly dressed" explicitly negates the fineness.

 Hmm.

 Let me think about the specific context.

 The sentence is describing male ringers as:
 - badly dressed
 - decorated with acne
 - large beer-belly
 - unwashed
 - flatulent

 This is describing their general appearance and hygiene.

 "Badly dressed" means their clothing is poor or sloppy.

 Which sense is this?

 It's the general sense of wearing clothes.

 Between the choices:

 Choice 1 mentions "clothed" and "often used in combination" (like "badly dressed").
 Choice 4 is specifically fancy/formal.

 "Badly dressed" is not fancy/formal.

 So if sense 4 means ONLY fancy/formal, then "badly dressed" cannot be sense 4.

 Therefore, it must be sense 1.

 Sense 1 is the general sense: clothed, wearing clothes.

 The phrase "especially in fine attire" in the definition is a bit confusing, but I think it means that "dressed" often implies being properly or well-dressed, but the core meaning is "clothed".

 Actually, looking at dictionary entries:

 In many dictionaries, "dressed" as an adjective has senses like:
 1. Wearing clothes (as opposed to undressed/naked)
 2. Wearing fancy or formal clothes

 For example:
 - "Get dressed" = put on clothes (any clothes)
 - "He is dressed" = he is wearing clothes
 - "He is dressed up" = he is wearing fancy clothes

 But "well-dressed" = wearing good clothes.
 "Badly dressed" = wearing poor clothes.

 Sense 1 in the list says "especially in fine attire", which suggests this is the "well-dressed" sense.

 But "badly dressed" uses the same underlying word but negated.

 Wait, I need to be more careful.

 Let me look at the exact wording of sense 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire"

 I think "especially in fine attire" is describing when something is "dressed" - it usually means fine attire.

 For example, "a dressed gentleman" might mean a gentleman in fine clothes.

 But "badly dressed" means the clothes are bad.

 Actually, looking at WordNet or similar:

 WordNet 3.1 has:

 dressed (adjective)
 1. clothed - wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination
    "the fully clothed"; "policemen ... were thickly clothed"

 2. dressed, treated - treated with medications and protective covering

 3. dressed, polished - (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth

 4. dressed, dressed-up, etc. - dressed in fancy or formal clothing
    "a dressed gentleman"

 Hmm.

 But the definitions in the question are slightly different.

 Let me look again:

 Sense 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination | examples=the elegantly attired gentleman"

 The example "the elegantly attired gentleman" is interesting. This uses "attired", not "dressed".

 And it says "elegantly" which is positive.

 Sense 4: "dressed in fancy or formal clothing"

 Now, "badly dressed" in the sentence.

 I think the key is "often used in combination" in sense 1.

 "Badly dressed" is a combination.

 Sense 4 is about being in fancy clothing specifically.

 Since the description is negative ("badly dressed"), and sense 4 is specifically about fancy/formal clothing, "badly dressed" doesn't fit sense 4.

 Actually, wait.

 If sense 4 is "dressed in fancy or formal clothing", then the word "dressed" BY ITSELF in sense 4 means fancy/formal.

 But in "badly dressed", the word "dressed" is the participial adjective meaning "wearing clothes".

 I think sense 1 is the operative one.

 Let me consider:

 In "badly dressed", we have:
 - dressed = wearing clothes
 - badly = poorly

 This matches sense 1: "dressed or clothed"

 The phrase "especially in fine attire" might be misleading, or it might mean that when we say someone is "dressed" (without qualification), we often mean well-dressed.

 But with qualifications like "badly", "well", "fully", etc., it's the general sense.

 Sense 4 is a specific sense where "dressed" means fancy/formal.

 For example:
 "Is he dressed?" = Is he wearing clothes? (Sense 1)
 "He is dressed." = He is wearing clothes. (Sense 1)
 "He is dressed for the occasion." = Sense 1 or 4 depending.
 "He is dressed to kill." = Sense 4 (fancy)

 In our sentence: "badly dressed"

 This clearly uses the general sense of wearing clothes, modified by "badly".

 So the answer should be 1.

 But let me double-check the definition of sense 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire"

 Hmm, the phrase "especially in fine attire" is problematic.

 If sense 1 is specifically about fine attire, then "badly dressed" wouldn't be sense 1.

 But that leaves...

 Well, sense 4 is also about fancy/formal.

 Hmm.

 Maybe I have it backwards.

 Let me think about the WordNet definitions more carefully.

 Actually, looking at the user's sense 1: "dressed or clothed especially in fine attire"

 This might be WordNet sense 4 or similar.

 And sense 4: "dressed in fancy or formal clothing"

 These are very similar.

 But sense 1 says "often used in combination".

 Combinations: well-dressed, fully-dressed, half-dressed, badly-dressed.

 These use the general sense.

 Sense 4 might be when "dressed" stands alone to mean "dressed up".

 For example:
 "You look very dressed." (meaning dressed up, fancy)

 But "badly dressed" uses "dressed" in the general clothing sense.

 I think the answer is 1.

 Let me see if there's another interpretation.

 Maybe sense 1 is:
 "dressed or clothed" especially in fine attire.

 So the base meaning is "clothed", and the especially tells us it often means fine attire.

 "Badly dressed" = clothed in a bad way.

 This is sense 1.

 Sense 4 = specifically fancy/formal.

 Yeah, I think 1 is the answer.

 Actually, you know what? Let me look at the examples more carefully.

 The example for sense 1 is: "the elegantly attired gentleman"

 This is about being well-dressed/elegant.

 But our sentence has "badly dressed" - the opposite.

 However, the word "dressed" itself in "badly dressed" is the same word as in "well dressed" or "elegantly dressed".

 The adverb modifies the adjective.

 So the core meaning of "dressed" is the same.

 In "elegantly dressed", "dressed" means wearing clothes.
 In "badly dressed", "dressed" means wearing clothes.

 The example uses "attired" which is a synonym.

 So sense 1 covers the general meaning of wearing clothes.

 Sense 4 is a specific usage meaning fancy clothes.

 Since "badly dressed" means poorly clothed, it's using the general sense (wearing clothes), not the specific sense of fancy clothes.

 Therefore: Answer is 1.

 I'm pretty confident now. The answer is 1.

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

Sentence: In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a <t>large</t> beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals. "

Senses:
1. definition=above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent | examples=a large city
2. definition=fairly large or important in effect; influential | examples=played a large role in the negotiations
3. definition=ostentatiously lofty in style | examples=a man given to large talk
4. definition=generous and understanding and tolerant | examples=a heart big enough to hold no grudges
5. definition=conspicuous in position or importance | examples=a big figure in the movement
6. definition=having broad power and range and scope | examples=taking the large view
7. definition=in an advanced stage of pregnancy | examples=was big with child

reasoning_content:
The user is asking me to identify which numbered sense of the word "large" is used in the given sentence. The target word is marked with <t></t> tags.

 Let me look at the sentence:
 "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that 'the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a <t>large</t> beer-belly, frequently unwashed and unbearably flatulent in peals.'"

 The word "large" here is describing a "beer-belly."

 Now let me look at the senses:

 1. definition=above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent | examples=a large city
    - This means physically big in size. A "large beer-belly" would mean a belly that is big in size - above average in size.

 2. definition=fairly large or important in effect; influential | examples=played a large role in the negotiations
    - This is about importance or influence, not physical size. Doesn't fit a beer-belly.

 3. definition=ostentatiously lofty in style | examples=a man given to large talk
    - This is about speech or style, not physical appearance. Doesn't fit.

 4. definition=generous and understanding and tolerant | examples=a heart big enough to hold no grudges
    - This is about personality/character. Doesn't fit a physical belly.

 5. definition=conspicuous in position or importance | examples=a big figure in the movement
    - This is about being important or noticeable in terms of status/position. While a beer-belly might be noticeable, this sense is more about importance in a movement or position.

 6. definition=having broad power and range and scope | examples=taking the large view
    - This is about scope or perspective. Doesn't fit.

 7. definition=in an advanced stage of pregnancy | examples=was big with child
    - This is specifically about pregnancy. Doesn't fit a beer-belly.

 The phrase "large beer-belly" clearly refers to the physical size of the belly - it's big, above average in size.

 Looking at sense 1: "above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent" with the example "a large city."

 A "large beer-belly" means a belly that is big in physical size. This matches sense 1.

 Sense 5 says "conspicuous in position or importance" with example "a big figure in the movement." While "big" can mean noticeable, the definition specifies "in position or importance." A beer-belly isn't about position or importance in a social movement - it's about physical size.

 So the answer should be sense 1.

 Let me double-check:
 - The sentence describes physical appearance: badly dressed, acne, large beer-belly, unwashed.
 - "Large" here modifies "beer-belly" which is a physical thing.
 - It means the belly is big in size.

 Yes, sense 1 is correct: "above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent."

 The answer is 1.


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

Sentence: In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that "the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently <t>unwashed</t> and unbearably flatulent in peals. "

Senses:
1. definition=of or associated with the great masses of people | examples=the common people in those days suffered greatly
2. definition=not cleaned with or as if with soap and water | examples=a sink full of unwashed dishes

reasoning_content:
 The user wants me to identify which sense of "unwashed" is used in the given sentence. The word is marked with <t></t> tags in the sentence.

 Let me look at the sentence:
 "In the torrent of replies that followed, one woman ringer from Solihull observed that 'the average male ringer leaves quite a lot to be desired: badly dressed, decorated with acne and a large beer-belly, frequently <t>unwashed</t> and unbearably flatulent in peals.'"

 The context is describing the physical appearance and hygiene of male ringers. The description includes:
 - badly dressed
 - decorated with acne
 - large beer-belly
 - frequently unwashed
 - unbearably flatulent

 This is clearly referring to personal hygiene - not washing/cleaning oneself.

 Now let's look at the two senses provided:

 Sense 1: "of or associated with the great masses of people" - This is a metaphorical or sociological usage referring to common people or the masses (e.g., "the unwashed masses").

 Sense 2: "not cleaned with or as if with soap and water" - This is the literal hygiene meaning (e.g., unwashed dishes, unwashed body).

 In the sentence, "unwashed" is describing male ringers along with other physical characteristics like acne, beer-belly, and being flatulent. This is clearly referring to personal cleanliness/hygiene - not washing themselves.

 Therefore, the correct sense is 2.

 Wait, let me double-check. The phrase "frequently unwashed" in the context of describing a person's hygiene habits clearly means they don't wash themselves/bathe. This matches sense 2: "not cleaned with or as if with soap and water."

 Sense 1 would be used in phrases like "the unwashed masses" referring to common people, but here it's describing an individual's state of cleanliness.

 So the answer is 2.


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

Sentence: Another <t>women</t> wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry.

Senses:
1. definition=an adult female person (as opposed to a man) | examples=the woman kept house while the man hunted
2. definition=a female person who plays a significant role (wife or mistress or girlfriend) in the life of a particular man | examples=he was faithful to his woman
3. definition=a human female employed to do housework | examples=the char will clean the carpet
4. definition=women as a class | examples=it's an insult to American womanhood

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "woman" is used in the given sentence. The sentence is: "Another <t>women</t> wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."

Wait, there's a typo in the sentence provided: "Another <t>women</t> wrote..." - this should probably be "woman" since "another" is singular, but the tag shows "women" (plural). However, looking at the context, it seems like it might be referring to an individual woman writing a letter.

Let me look at the senses:

1. an adult female person (as opposed to a man) - general term for adult female
2. a female person who plays a significant role (wife or mistress or girlfriend) in the life of a particular man - specific relationship context
3. a human female employed to do housework - domestic worker (char, cleaning lady)
4. women as a class - collective/general reference to women as a group

In the sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield..." - this appears to be referring to an individual adult female person who wrote a letter. This matches sense 1: an adult female person.

Sense 2 doesn't fit because there's no mention of a particular man or relationship role.
Sense 3 doesn't fit because there's no indication she is employed for housework (the context is about "ringing" which likely refers to bell ringing, given the mention of "belfry").
Sense 4 doesn't fit because "another" suggests an individual, not the class/collective.

Even though there's a grammatical mismatch (Another + women plural), the context clearly indicates an individual adult female is being referred to. So the answer should be 1.

Wait, let me double-check. The sentence says "Another women" - this is grammatically incorrect (should be "Another woman"), but the tag marks "women". However, looking at the context, this is clearly referring to an individual person writing a letter. So sense 1 is correct.

Actually, looking carefully at the sentence again: "Another <t>women</t> wrote from Sheffield..." - if it's literally "women" (plural), then "another women" is ungrammatical. But if we assume the text has an error and means "woman", then it's sense 1. If we take it literally as "women", it could potentially be sense 4 (women as a class), but "another" doesn't go with plural "women" typically.

Actually, looking at the context of the quote: this seems to be from a text about bell ringing (change ringing). The phrase "60 years of ringing" and "belfry" confirms this. Someone is writing about their experience.

Given "Another women" is likely a typo for "Another woman" in the source text, and the definition is clearly an adult female person, the answer is 1.

But I should consider if "women" (plural) could be sense 4. Sense 4 is "women as a class" with example "it's an insult to American womanhood". The sentence "Another women wrote..." doesn't make grammatical sense with plural "women" and singular "another". So it's almost certainly meant to be singular "woman", referring to an individual.

Therefore: Sense 1.

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

Sentence: Another women <t>wrote</t> from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry.

Senses:
1. definition=produce a literary work | examples=She composed a poem
2. definition=communicate or express by writing | examples=Please write to me every week
3. definition=have (one's written work) issued for publication | examples=How many books did Georges Simenon write?
4. definition=communicate (with) in writing | examples=Write her soon, please!
5. definition=communicate by letter | examples=He wrote that he would be coming soon
6. definition=write music | examples=Beethoven composed nine symphonies
7. definition=mark or trace on a surface | examples=The artist wrote Chinese characters on a big piece of white paper
8. definition=record data on a computer | examples=boot-up instructions are written on the hard disk
9. definition=write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) | examples=He spelled the word wrong in this letter
10. definition=create code, write a computer program | examples=She writes code faster than anybody else

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

 Sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."

 Let me analyze the context:
 - Someone "wrote from Sheffield" - meaning they sent a letter or message from Sheffield
 - The content of the writing is described: "to say that..."
 - This is about communicating by sending a written message from a location

 Now let's look at the options:

 1. produce a literary work - This is about creating literature like poems or books. Not quite right here, as it seems to be a letter or correspondence.

 2. communicate or express by writing - "Please write to me every week" - This is about the act of writing to communicate. Close, but let's check others.

 3. have (one's written work) issued for publication - This is about publishing. Not applicable here.

 4. communicate (with) in writing - "Write her soon, please!" - This is about corresponding with someone.

 5. communicate by letter - "He wrote that he would be coming soon" - This matches very well. The sentence says someone "wrote from Sheffield to say..." which indicates they sent a letter or written message from Sheffield communicating something.

 6. write music - Not applicable.

 7. mark or trace on a surface - Physical act of writing characters. Not the meaning here.

 8. record data on a computer - Not applicable.

 9. write or name the letters... (spelling) - Not applicable.

 10. create code... - Not applicable.

 The key phrase is "wrote from Sheffield to say" - this clearly indicates sending a letter or written communication from a place (Sheffield) to convey a message.

 Looking at sense 5: "communicate by letter" with example "He wrote that he would be coming soon" - this fits perfectly. The structure "wrote [from location] to say [content]" is exactly communicating by letter.

 Sense 2 is "communicate or express by writing" with example "Please write to me every week" - this is also about correspondence, but sense 5 is more specific to the actual communication of content ("wrote that...").

 Sense 4 is "communicate (with) in writing" with example "Write her soon, please!" - this emphasizes the recipient.

 In the given sentence, the focus is on the fact that the woman sent a letter from Sheffield communicating specific content. The phrase "wrote from Sheffield to say" aligns best with sense 5: "communicate by letter."

 Actually, looking more carefully:
 - Sense 2: "communicate or express by writing" - general communication through writing
 - Sense 5: "communicate by letter" - specifically letter writing

 The example for sense 5 is: "He wrote that he would be coming soon"
 The sentence is: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that..."

 Both have the structure: [subject] wrote [from location/optional] [that/to say that] [content]

 This is clearly sense 5: communicating by letter.

 Wait, let me double-check sense 2 vs sense 5.

 Sense 2 examples: "Please write to me every week" - this is about the act of maintaining correspondence
 Sense 5 examples: "He wrote that he would be coming soon" - this is about the content of a specific letter

 The given sentence emphasizes the content of the communication ("to say that in her 60 years..."), which matches sense 5's pattern of reporting what was written in a letter.

 Also, looking at sense 4: "communicate (with) in writing" - example "Write her soon, please!" This is about writing to a specific recipient.

 The sentence mentions writing "from Sheffield" and the content, but doesn't explicitly mention who she wrote to (though it's implied she wrote to the newspaper or organization mentioned in the broader context).

 But the key is "wrote... to say that" - this construction, where "wrote" introduces reported speech or the content of a written communication, is classic "communicate by letter" (sense 5).

 Therefore, the answer is 5.


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

Sentence: Another women wrote from Sheffield to <t>say</t> that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry.

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
2. definition=report or maintain | examples=He alleged that he was the victim of a crime
3. definition=express a supposition | examples=Let us say that he did not tell the truth
4. definition=have or contain a certain wording or form | examples=The passage reads as follows
5. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | examples=I said to him to go home
6. definition=speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way | examples=She pronounces French words in a funny way
7. definition=communicate or express nonverbally | examples=What does this painting say?
8. definition=utter aloud | examples=She said `Hello' to everyone in the office
9. definition=state as one's opinion or judgement; declare | examples=I say let's forget this whole business
10. definition=recite or repeat a fixed text | examples=Say grace
11. definition=indicate | examples=The clock says noon

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

Sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to <t>say</t> that in her 60 years of ringing, 'I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry.'"

The word "say" here is used in the context of someone writing to express or communicate something. The structure is "wrote... to say that..."

Let me look at the options:

1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
This seems to fit. The person is expressing something in words (writing).

2. definition=report or maintain | examples=He alleged that he was the victim of a crime
This implies claiming something, often with a connotation of alleging or asserting without proof. While "say" can mean this, the example here is about writing a letter expressing an opinion/experience, not really "reporting or maintaining" in the sense of alleging.

3. definition=express a supposition | examples=Let us say that he did not tell the truth
This is about hypotheticals. Not applicable here.

4. definition=have or contain a certain wording or form | examples=The passage reads as follows
This is about how something is written/formatted. Not applicable.

5. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | examples=I said to him to go home
This is about commanding or directing. The sentence doesn't show this.

6. definition=speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way | examples=She pronounces French words in a funny way
This is about pronunciation/manner of speaking. Since it's written (wrote from Sheffield), not spoken, this doesn't fit.

7. definition=communicate or express nonverbally | examples=What does this painting say?
Nonverbal communication. But here the woman is writing words, so it's verbal.

8. definition=utter aloud | examples=She said `Hello' to everyone in the office
Speaking aloud. But the context is writing a letter.

9. definition=state as one's opinion or judgement; declare | examples=I say let's forget this whole business
This is about declaring or stating an opinion. This could fit. The woman is stating that in her 60 years of ringing, she has never known a lady to faint.

10. definition=recite or repeat a fixed text | examples=Say grace
Reciting. Not applicable here.

11. definition=indicate | examples=The clock says noon
Showing/indicating. Not applicable.

Now, between 1 and 9.

Sense 1: "express in words" - This is the general meaning of saying something.
Sense 9: "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" - This is more specific to stating an opinion.

Looking at the sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, 'I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry.'"

The structure "to say that..." followed by the content of what was said. This is the standard use of "say" to introduce reported speech or the content of communication.

Sense 1 examples: "He said that he wanted to marry her" - this matches the pattern perfectly: "wrote... to say that..."

Sense 9 examples: "I say let's forget this whole business" - this is a different usage, more like "I propose" or "I declare."

Actually, looking more carefully at sense 9: "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" with example "I say let's forget this whole business."

But the sentence has: "...wrote... to say that..." introducing a statement of fact/experience.

Sense 1 is "express in words" which is the most basic meaning and fits best with reported speech constructions "say that..."

Let me reconsider sense 2: "report or maintain" - examples "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime." This has a connotation of claiming or alleging.

But the most common sense for "say" introducing a that-clause in reported speech is sense 1.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 1: "He said that he wanted to marry her"
And the sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing..."

The parallel is very strong. Both use "say that" to introduce the content of what was communicated.

Sense 9 is more about declaring or giving an opinion like "I say we should go" or "I say it's wrong."

The content here is a statement of the woman's experience: "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry." This is her reporting her experience.

Is it sense 1 or sense 2?

Sense 2: "report or maintain" - examples "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime"
The word "alleged" suggests this sense is about making a claim or report, possibly in a formal or legal context, or asserting something.

But the general sense of "express in words" (sense 1) covers simply communicating verbally (or in writing) what one thinks or knows.

Given that the example for sense 1 is exactly the structure we see: "He said that he wanted to marry her" matches "wrote... to say that in her 60 years..."

Therefore, the answer should be 1.

Wait, let me look again at the exact wording of sense 1: "express in words"
And sense 9: "state as one's opinion or judgement; declare"

The woman is stating her experience/opinion. But sense 1 is the broader, more fundamental meaning of "say" when introducing reported speech.

Actually, I should check if there's any distinction I'm missing. In many lexical databases (like WordNet), sense 1 is usually the most common sense of simply uttering or expressing something.

The sentence is: "wrote from Sheffield to say that..."
This is an infinitive of purpose: she wrote in order to express something.

"express in words" fits perfectly.

But let me double-check sense 9. The example "I say let's forget this whole business" is an optative or hortative use - expressing a wish or proposal. This is different from reporting what someone said.

The sentence in question involves reporting/quoting what the woman wrote. So sense 1 is correct.

Actually, looking at the sentence again: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."

Wait, there's a quote within the content. She wrote to say that [content].

This is clearly the communication sense - expressing in words.

One more check: could it be sense 2? "report or maintain"
The example uses "alleged" which is a specific type of reporting. While one could argue she's reporting her experience, the general sense of "say" in "write to say that" is sense 1.

I think the answer is 1.

But let me also consider if sense 9 could apply. "state as one's opinion or judgement"
She is stating her judgement based on 60 years of experience.
Example: "I say let's forget this whole business" - this is stating an opinion/judgement.

However, the phrase "wrote to say that" is a very standard construction for simply communicating content. The focus is on conveying information, not specifically on declaring an opinion.

Also, sense 1's example "He said that he wanted to marry her" is identical in syntactic structure.

Therefore: 1


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

Sentence: Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 <t>years</t> of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry.

Senses:
1. definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | examples=she is 4 years old
2. definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. definition=a body of students who graduate together | examples=the class of '97

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

 Sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 <t>years</t> of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."

 The word "years" here refers to a duration of time - specifically 60 years of ringing (bell ringing, presumably).

 Let's look at the senses:
 1. definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | examples=she is 4 years old
 2. definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
 3. definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
 4. definition=a body of students who graduate together | examples=the class of '97

 In the sentence, "60 years of ringing" refers to a duration of 60 calendar years (365/366 days each) that the woman has been ringing bells. This matches sense 1 - a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days.

 Sense 2 refers to something like "school year" or "academic year" - a specific part of the calendar year used for an activity, not the total duration of time someone has been doing something.

 Sense 3 is about planetary orbits.

 Sense 4 is about graduating classes.

 So the correct answer is 1.

 Wait, let me double-check. "60 years of ringing" - this could be interpreted as 60 calendar years, or it could be interpreted as 60 periods of ringing years? No, "years of ringing" clearly means she has been ringing for 60 years (duration). This is sense 1.

 Actually, looking at sense 2 again: "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity" - examples "a school year". This is about the academic year, the fiscal year, etc. Not about how long someone has been doing something.

 So yes, sense 1 is correct.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "never" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have <t>never</t> known a lady to faint in the belfry.

Senses:
1. definition=not ever; at no time in the past or future | examples=I have never been to China
2. definition=not at all; certainly not; not in any circumstances | examples=never fear

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "never" is used in the given sentence.

Sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, 'I have <t>never</t> known a lady to faint in the belfry.'"

Senses:
1. definition=not ever; at no time in the past or future | examples=I have never been to China
2. definition=not at all; certainly not; not in any circumstances | examples=never fear

Let me analyze the sentence. The phrase is "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry." This means "I have not ever known a lady to faint in the belfry" or "at no time in the past 60 years have I known a lady to faint..."

This matches sense 1: "not ever; at no time in the past or future". The example given is "I have never been to China" which is structurally and semantically very similar to "I have never known..."

Sense 2 is used in phrases like "never fear" meaning "do not fear at all" or "certainly do not fear". This is a different usage.

Therefore, the correct answer is 1.

The user wants only the number returned.

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

Sentence: Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never <t>known</t> a lady to faint in the belfry.

Senses:
1. definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | examples=I know that the President lied to the people
2. definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit
3. definition=be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt | examples=I know that I left the key on the table
4. definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer
5. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | examples=I know the feeling!
6. definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
7. definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin
8. definition=have sexual intercourse with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm
9. definition=know the nature or character of | examples=we all knew her as a big show-off
10. definition=be able to distinguish, recognize as being different | examples=The child knows right from wrong
11. definition=perceive as familiar | examples=I know this voice!

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

Sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, 'I have never <t>known</t> a lady to faint in the belfry.'"

Let me analyze the sentence. The speaker is saying that in 60 years of ringing, they have never known a lady to faint in the belfry. This means they have never experienced, witnessed, or been aware of a lady fainting in the belfry.

Let's look at the senses:

1. be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | examples=I know that the President lied to the people
2. know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit
3. be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt | examples=I know that I left the key on the table
4. be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer
5. have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | examples=I know the feeling!
6. accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
7. have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin
8. have sexual intercourse with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm
9. know the nature or character of | examples=we all knew her as a big show-off
10. be able to distinguish, recognize as being different | examples=The child knows right from wrong
11. perceive as familiar | examples=I know this voice!

Wait, let me reconsider. The structure is "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry." This is similar to "I have never known him to be late" or "I have never known it to happen."

This usage of "know" means to have experienced or witnessed something. Let me check if any of the senses match this.

Sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | examples=I know the feeling!"
This seems close. "I know the feeling" is about experiencing an emotion. But "I have never known a lady to faint" is about experiencing/witnessing an event.

Actually, looking at sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about"
And sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations"

Wait, let me look more carefully. The phrase "I have never known X to happen" is a specific construction. It means "I have never experienced/witnessed X happening."

Is there a sense that covers "experience" or "witness"? Let me look again.

Sense 5 says "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations." The example is "I know the feeling!"

But "I have never known a lady to faint" - is this firsthand knowledge? Yes, it's about personal experience over 60 years.

However, sense 1 might also fit: "be cognizant or aware of a fact." But the construction "know someone to do something" is more about experience/witnessing.

Let me reconsider the WordNet senses (which these appear to be). In WordNet, "know" has several senses. Let me think about which WordNet sense this corresponds to.

Actually, looking at the definitions, these look like they might be from a specific dataset, possibly WordNet or a similar lexical resource.

Sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations" - the key is "firsthand knowledge." When you say "I've never known a lady to faint," you're saying you've never had the firsthand experience of witnessing that situation.

But wait, let me look at sense 1 again: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about." Example: "I know that the President lied to the people."

The sentence is: "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry." This is not exactly knowing a fact (like knowing that 2+2=4), but knowing through experience.

Actually, in many lexical databases, the sense "know" in "I've never known it to happen" is often grouped with experiential knowledge.

Let me look at sense 5 more carefully: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations." The example "I know the feeling!" suggests direct experience. "I have never known a lady to faint" is also direct experience of a situation.

But is there a better match? Let me check sense 9: "know the nature or character of" - example: "we all knew her as a big show-off." That's about knowing someone's character.

Sense 4: "be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object" - example: "She doesn't know this composer."

Sense 1 seems to be the most general sense of knowing a proposition. But the construction "know + object + to-infinitive" ("known a lady to faint") is often classified as a specific sense.

Wait, I should look at whether this is from WordNet. WordNet 3.1 for "know":

1. know, cognize, cognise -- (be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about) "I know that the President lied to the people"
2. know -- (know how to do or perform something) "She knows how to knit"
3. know -- (be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt) "I know that I left the key on the table"
4. know -- (be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object) "She doesn't know this composer"
5. know, experience, live -- (have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations) "I know the feeling!"; "have you ever known hunger?"
6. acknowledge, recognize, recognise, know -- (accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority) "The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne"
7. know -- (have fixed in the mind) "I know Latin"
8. sleep together, roll in the hay, love, make out, make love, sleep with, get laid, have sex, know, do it, be intimate, have intercourse, have it away, have it off, screw, fuck, jazz, eff, hump, lie with, bed, have a go at it, bang, get it on, bonk -- (have sexual intercourse with)
9. know -- (know the nature or character of) "we all knew her as a big show-off"
10. know -- (be able to distinguish, recognize as being different) "The child knows right from wrong"
11. know -- (perceive as familiar) "I know this voice!"

Wait, looking at sense 5 in WordNet: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations" and the examples include "have you ever known hunger?"

The sentence is: "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."

Actually, "have you ever known hunger?" is about experiencing hunger. "I have never known a lady to faint" is about experiencing/witnessing the event.

But there's another possibility. In some classifications, "know" in "I've never known him to be late" might be sense 1 (cognizant of a fact). But the structure "know + NP + to VP" is often experiential.

Let me reconsider. The phrase "I have never known a lady to faint" means "I have never been aware of a lady fainting" or "I have never experienced a lady fainting."

If I look at the example for sense 5: "have you ever known hunger?" - this is parallel to "I have never known a lady to faint." Both use "known" + noun phrase, where the noun phrase is something experienced.

Wait, "hunger" is a state/sensation. "A lady to faint" is a situation/event. So sense 5 seems to fit well: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations."

But let me double-check. Is there any other sense that could fit better?

Sense 1: "be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information." If we interpret "a lady to faint in the belfry" as a fact, maybe. But the construction "have never known + NP + to-infinitive" is more about personal experience than propositional knowledge.

Actually, looking at standard dictionary definitions, "know" in the sense of "have experience of" is a distinct sense. For example, "I have never known such weather." This matches sense 5.

The example "have you ever known hunger?" in sense 5 is exactly parallel to "I have never known a lady to faint."

Therefore, the answer should be 5.

Wait, let me make sure. Could it be sense 1? "I know that the President lied" - this is propositional knowledge. The sentence is not "I know that a lady fainted" but "I have never known a lady to faint." The infinitive construction "a lady to faint" is the object of known.

In WordNet, sense 5 is "know, experience, live" - defined as "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations." The verb "experience" is a synonym. So "I have never known a lady to faint" = "I have never experienced a lady fainting."

Yes, sense 5 is the correct answer.

Actually, let me reconsider one more time. Is it possible this is sense 4? "be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object." No, because it's not about being acquainted with a lady, but about experiencing the event of a lady fainting.

Sense 9? "know the nature or character of" - no.

Sense 10? "be able to distinguish" - no.

Sense 11? "perceive as familiar" - no.

So it's between 1 and 5. The key distinction is that sense 1 is about propositional knowledge (knowing that something is the case), while sense 5 is about experiential knowledge (having firsthand experience of something). The phrase "in her 60 years of ringing" emphasizes the experiential aspect - over her long experience, she has never witnessed this. So sense 5 is the best fit.

Actually, I want to check one more thing. In some lexicons, "know" with a person + infinitive ("I've never known him to lie") is listed under a specific subsense. Let me see if any of the given senses explicitly covers this.

Sense 5: "have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations"
The word "situations" covers events like a lady fainting.

Also, the example "have you ever known hunger?" shows that "know" can take a direct object that represents an experience. "A lady to faint" is an event/situation that one can experience.

Therefore, I'm confident the answer is 5.


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

Sentence: Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a <t>lady</t> to faint in the belfry.

Senses:
1. definition=a polite name for any woman | examples=a nice lady at the library helped me
2. definition=a woman of refinement | examples=a chauffeur opened the door of the limousine for the grand lady
3. definition=a woman of the peerage in Britain

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

 First, let me analyze the sentence: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, 'I have never known a <t>lady</t> to faint in the belfry.'"

 Context: This appears to be about bell ringing (as indicated by "ringing" and "belfry"). The speaker is saying that in 60 years of this activity, they have never known a lady to faint.

 Now let's look at the three senses:

 1. "a polite name for any woman" - examples: "a nice lady at the library helped me"
    - This is a general, polite term for any woman.

 2. "a woman of refinement" - examples: "a chauffeur opened the door of the limousine for the grand lady"
    - This suggests a specific social class or refined woman, often aristocratic or upper class.

 3. "a woman of the peerage in Britain" -
    - This is specifically about nobility, titles like Lady Smith, etc.

 In the sentence, the word "lady" is used in the context of bell ringing (likely church bell ringing). The speaker is making a general statement about women who participate in this activity. The usage seems to be a polite way to refer to women in general, not specifically women of refinement or nobility.

 However, I should consider if there's any specific connotation. The phrase "never known a lady to faint" - this could be using "lady" in the general polite sense (sense 1).

 But wait, let me reconsider. In British English, particularly in contexts like church bell ringing (change ringing), the term "lady" might be used in a specific way. However, looking at the sentence structure, it seems to be contrasting with the male participants or speaking about women participants in general.

 Actually, looking more carefully: "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry" - this is making a general statement about women. It's using "lady" as a polite synonym for "woman."

 Sense 1: "a polite name for any woman" - this fits best. It's not referring specifically to a woman of refinement (sense 2) or nobility (sense 3), but rather using "lady" as a polite term for a woman.

 Wait, let me double-check sense 2. Is there any indication the speaker means women of refinement? The context doesn't suggest class distinction specifically. It's about anyone who rings bells (bellringing).

 Also, note that the sentence says "Another women" (which should be "woman" but that's a typo in the prompt presumably), and mentions Sheffield (in Britain). But the use of "lady" here appears to be the general polite term.

 Actually, looking at the example for sense 1: "a nice lady at the library helped me" - this is any woman.
 Sense 2: "a grand lady" with a chauffeur - implies high social status.

 In the bell ringing context, there's no indication that the speaker is referring only to aristocratic women or women of refinement specifically. They're talking about women participants in general.

 Therefore, the answer should be 1.

 But let me reconsider if it could be sense 2. Sometimes "lady" is used to imply a genteel woman, as opposed to just any woman. In the context of fainting, there might be an implication about delicate constitutions historically associated with "ladies" of refinement. However, the sentence structure "I have never known a lady to faint" suggests it's talking about the general category of female participants, not specifically refined women.

 Also, looking at typical usage in British bell ringing contexts, "lady" is often used as the female equivalent of "gentleman" in a general polite sense.

 I think sense 1 is correct.

 Wait, one more check: Sense 3 is definitely wrong because there's no mention of titles or peerage.

 So it's between 1 and 2. Given that the example for sense 2 specifically mentions "grand lady" with a chauffeur and limousine, indicating high social status/wealth, and the sentence is talking about bell ringers (which would include women of various social classes), sense 1 is more appropriate.

 Final answer: 1

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

Sentence: Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the <t>belfry</t>.

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which sense of "belfry" is used in the given sentence. The sentence is: "Another women wrote from Sheffield to say that in her 60 years of ringing, "I have never known a lady to faint in the <t>belfry</t>."

The context is about "ringing" which refers to bell ringing (change ringing or church bell ringing). The sentence mentions someone with "60 years of ringing" experience.

Now let's look at the two senses:

1. "a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building" - This refers to the tower structure itself, often freestanding.

2. "a room (often at the top of a tower) where bells are hung" - This refers to the room or chamber where the bells are actually hung and rung.

In the context of bell ringing, when someone says they are "in the belfry" while ringing bells, they are referring to the room where the bells are hung and where the ringers stand to pull the ropes. Bell ringers physically stand in the belfry (or ringing chamber) to ring the bells.

However, I need to be careful. Sometimes "belfry" can refer to the tower itself. But in the specific context of ringing bells and being "in" the belfry, it typically refers to the room where the ringing takes place.

Let me think about the usage. If someone is ringing bells, they are typically in the room where the bells are hung (or in a room below with ropes going up to the bells). But the word "belfry" specifically often refers to the part of the tower where the bells are housed.

Looking at standard dictionary definitions:
- Sense 1: A bell tower, especially one that is part of a building or stands alone (like a campanile).
- Sense 2: The part of a bell tower or steeple in which bells are hung.

In bell ringing terminology, ringers stand in the "ringing room" which is often below the belfry (where the bells are), but sometimes the term "belfry" is used to refer to the room where the bells are rung from.

Wait, let me reconsider. In traditional change ringing (English style), the bells are hung in the belfry, and the ringers stand below in the ringing chamber. However, sometimes "belfry" is used to refer to the entire tower structure or specifically the bell chamber.

But looking at the specific phrasing "in the belfry" - if someone faints while ringing, they would faint in the room where they are standing. If the bells are hung in the belfry (sense 2), and the ringers are in the belfry ringing them, then sense 2 applies.

Actually, looking carefully at standard definitions:
- Sense 1 is usually the tower itself (the structure)
- Sense 2 is the room or space where the bells are hung

In the sentence: "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry."

Given that this is about bell ringing, and ringers are in the space where bells are hung (or the room from which they operate the ropes), sense 2 seems more appropriate because it refers to the room/space where the bells are hung.

However, I should check if "belfry" can mean the tower structure in this context. If someone is "in the belfry" and it's a tower (sense 1), that would also make sense - they are inside the tower.

But the key distinction is:
- Sense 1: The tower itself (the building/structure)
- Sense 2: The room where bells are hung

In bell ringing contexts, when people refer to being "in the belfry," they typically mean the room where the bells are rung from. But technically, the bells are hung in the belfry (the upper room), and ringers pull ropes from below or from within that space.

Let me look at the specific wording of the definitions again:
1. "a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building"
2. "a room (often at the top of a tower) where bells are hung"

Given that the sentence mentions "60 years of ringing," this is clearly about bell ringing. In bell ringing, the ringers are in the room where the bells are hung (or the ringing chamber immediately below). But the word "belfry" specifically refers to the bell chamber.

Actually, looking at usage: "in the belfry" is more commonly used to mean inside the bell tower (the room). For example, "bats in the belfry" refers to the space where bells are hung.

But let's think about which sense fits better. If sense 1 is "a bell tower" (the whole structure), then being "in the belfry" would mean being inside the tower. If sense 2 is "a room where bells are hung," then being "in the belfry" means being in that room.

Given the context of ringing (bell ringing), and the fact that someone can faint while doing it, they must be in the room where the activity takes place. Both could technically work, but sense 2 is more specific to the location where the bells are hung and rung.

However, looking at the exact definitions provided:
1. "a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building"
2. "a room (often at the top of a tower) where bells are hung"

The phrase "stands alone unattached to a building" in sense 1 suggests a campanile or similar structure. But many belfries are attached to churches.

Sense 2 emphasizes it's a room where bells are hung.

In the context of the sentence about bell ringing and fainting, the relevant location is the room where the ringing occurs. Therefore, sense 2 is the correct answer.

Wait, I should verify. Let me think about whether "belfry" in bell ringing contexts refers to the tower or the room.

From Wikipedia: "In architecture, a belfry is a structure enclosing bells for ringing as part of a building... The terms bell tower and belfry are often used interchangeably, but they can also be distinguished. A bell tower is a tower that contains bells, while a belfry is the part of a tower where the bells are hung."

So technically, the belfry is the room/space where the bells are hung (sense 2), while the bell tower is the whole structure (sense 1).

Therefore, in the sentence "I have never known a lady to faint in the belfry," the speaker is referring to the room where the bells are hung and where the ringing takes place (or where the ringers stand).

Thus, the answer should be 2.

But let me double-check. Could it be sense 1? If sense 1 is defined as "usually stands alone unattached to a building," that would be a campanile. But the sentence doesn't specify whether it's attached or not. However, the key is that sense 1 defines it as a tower (structure), while sense 2 defines it as a room.

Given the preposition "in" - one can be "in" a room (sense 2) or "in" a tower (sense 1). But given the specific context of ringing bells, and the technical distinction that a belfry is specifically the bell chamber (where bells are hung), sense 2 is more accurate.

Also, looking at the example usage patterns:
- Sense 1 examples might be: "The belfry of the church is 100 feet tall."
- Sense 2 examples might be: "The ringers were in the belfry."

Given the sentence mentions ringing and being in the belfry during this activity, sense 2 is the appropriate choice.

Therefore, the answer is 2.


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

Sentence: I have <t>seen</t> one or two men die, bless them.

Senses:
1. definition=perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight | examples=You have to be a good observer to see all the details
2. definition=perceive (an idea or situation) mentally | examples=Now I see!
3. definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices
4. definition=imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind | examples=I can't see him on horseback!
5. definition=deem to be | examples=She views this quite differently from me
6. definition=get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally | examples=I learned that she has two grown-up children
7. definition=see or watch | examples=view a show on television
8. definition=come together | examples=I'll probably see you at the meeting
9. definition=find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort | examples=I want to see whether she speaks French
10. definition=be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something | examples=He verified that the valves were closed
11. definition=go to see for professional or business reasons | examples=You should see a lawyer
12. definition=go to see for a social visit | examples=I went to see my friend Mary the other day
13. definition=go to see a place, as for entertainment | examples=We went to see the Eiffel Tower in the morning
14. definition=take charge of or deal with | examples=Could you see about lunch?
15. definition=receive as a specified guest | examples=the doctor will see you now
16. definition=date regularly; have a steady relationship with | examples=Did you know that she is seeing an older man?
17. definition=see and understand, have a good eye | examples=The artist must first learn to see
18. definition=deliberate or decide | examples=See whether you can come tomorrow
19. definition=observe as if with an eye | examples=The camera saw the burglary and recorded it
20. definition=observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect | examples=The customs agent examined the baggage
21. definition=go or live through | examples=We had many trials to go through
22. definition=accompany or escort | examples=I'll see you to the door
23. definition=match or meet | examples=I saw the bet of one of my fellow players
24. definition=make sense of; assign a meaning to | examples=What message do you see in this letter?

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "see" is used in the sentence: "I have <t>seen</t> one or two men die, bless them."

 Let me analyze the sentence. The speaker is saying they have witnessed or observed men dying. This is about perceiving an event with one's eyes - actually watching it happen.

 Now let's look at the senses:

 1. perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight - This is the basic visual perception sense.
 2. perceive (an idea or situation) mentally - This is understanding, like "I see what you mean."
 3. perceive or be contemporaneous with - "We found Republicans winning" - this is about witnessing events as they happen.
 7. see or watch - "view a show on television" - this is about watching/observing.

 Wait, let me look more carefully at sense 3: "perceive or be contemporaneous with" - examples include "We found Republicans winning the offices." This seems to mean witnessing an event occurring.

 Sense 1 is more about the ability to see or perceiving by sight in general.
 Sense 7 is specifically about watching/viewing entertainment.

 In the sentence "I have seen one or two men die," the speaker is talking about witnessing the event of men dying. This is about being present and observing something happen.

 Let me check sense 3 again: "perceive or be contemporaneous with" - the example "We found Republicans winning the offices" suggests witnessing an event as it occurs.

 Sense 21: "go or live through" - "We had many trials to go through" - this is about experiencing personally.

 Actually, looking at the sentence "I have seen one or two men die" - this is witnessing death, observing it happen.

 Sense 1: perceive by sight - this is the most basic sense, and witnessing someone die would be perceiving it by sight.
 Sense 3: perceive or be contemporaneous with - this also fits, as it means witnessing an event.
 Sense 7: see or watch - this is about viewing entertainment primarily.
 Sense 21: go or live through - this would be if the speaker themselves were dying, but they're watching others die.

 Actually, looking at typical dictionary sense divisions:
 - Sense 1 is usually the literal visual perception
 - Sense 3 seems to be about witnessing events ("perceive or be contemporaneous with")

 But let's look at the example for sense 3: "We found Republicans winning the offices" - this suggests coming upon an event in progress or witnessing it.

 For "I have seen one or two men die," this is clearly about witnessing the event of death.

 Is this sense 1 or sense 3?

 Sense 1: "perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight" - examples: "You have to be a good observer to see all the details"
 Sense 3: "perceive or be contemporaneous with" - examples: "We found Republicans winning the offices"

 Actually, looking at WordNet or similar lexicographic resources, sense 3 is often the "witness" sense - to see something happen.

 But sense 1 is the general visual perception.

 Wait, looking at the example for sense 7: "view a show on television" - that's "see or watch"

 For "I have seen one or two men die," the key is that it's witnessing an event.

 Let me reconsider sense 21: "go or live through" - examples: "We had many trials to go through" - this is about experiencing personally, not observing.

 So for witnessing death, the most likely candidates are:
 1. Basic visual perception
 3. Perceive/be contemporaneous with (witnessing events)
 7. See or watch (but this seems more for entertainment)

 Actually, looking at the definitions more carefully:
 1. perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight - This is about the physical ability and act of visual perception.
 3. perceive or be contemporaneous with - This is about witnessing events as they occur.

 "I have seen one or two men die" - this is witnessing the event of dying.

 In many lexical databases, "see" when it means "witness" or "observe (an event)" is distinct from the general ability to see.

 But looking at the specific wording:
 Sense 1 is definitely about visual perception ("perceive by sight")
 Sense 3 is "perceive or be contemporaneous with" - the "contemporaneous" part suggests being present at the same time as the event.

 Actually, I think sense 3 is the best fit because "seeing someone die" is witnessing an event, not just general visual perception, and not watching entertainment (sense 7).

 But let me double-check sense 1's example: "You have to be a good observer to see all the details" - this is about noticing visual details.

 Sense 3's example: "We found Republicans winning the offices" - this suggests discovering or witnessing an event in progress.

 "I have seen one or two men die" - this is witnessing the event of death.

 Actually, looking at this again, I need to be careful. This looks like it might be from WordNet or a similar resource.

 In WordNet, the senses of "see" include:
 1. perceive by sight
 2. perceive (an idea) mentally
 3. perceive or be contemporaneous with (as in "You'll see a lot of cheating in this school")
 4. imagine
 5. deem to be
 6. get to know or become aware of
 7. see or watch (as in "view a show")
 8. come together
 9. find out, learn, or determine
 10. be careful or certain to do something
 11. go to see for professional reasons
 12. go to see for a social visit
 13. go to see for entertainment
 14. take charge of
 15. receive as a specified guest
 16. date regularly
 17. see and understand
 18. deliberate or decide
 19. observe as if with an eye
 20. observe, check out, inspect
 21. go or live through (experience)
 22. accompany or escort
 23. match or meet
 24. make sense of

 For "I have seen one or two men die," this means the speaker has witnessed men dying.

 WordNet sense 3 is specifically: "perceive or be contemporaneous with" with the gloss "see, witness, find" - as in "You'll see a lot of cheating in this school" or "I want to see results."

 Wait, let me look at the example given in the prompt for sense 3: "We found Republicans winning the offices"

 This seems to mean encountering or witnessing an event/situation.

 Actually, looking at the sentence "I have seen one or two men die," this is very similar to "You'll see a lot of cheating" - it's about witnessing events.

 But it could also be sense 1 (basic perception) or sense 7 (watch).

 However, sense 7 specifically mentions "view a show on television" which suggests passive watching of entertainment.

 Sense 1 is "perceive by sight" which is very general.

 But "see someone die" is a specific experience of witnessing an event.

 Looking at sense 21: "go or live through" - this would be experiencing it yourself. "We had many trials to go through" = experience.

 So seeing someone die is witnessing it, not experiencing it yourself (unless you're the one dying, but the grammar suggests the speaker is observing).

 Actually, looking at sense 3 again: "perceive or be contemporaneous with" - the key word is "contemporaneous" meaning existing or occurring at the same time. This is about witnessing events.

 But I want to check if there's a sense specifically for "witness."

 Sense 19: "observe as if with an eye" - "The camera saw the burglary"
 Sense 20: "observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect"
 Sense 7: "see or watch"

 Hmm. Actually, looking at typical usage, "see" in "I have seen men die" is most commonly sense 1 or sense 3.

 Let me think about the distinction. Sense 1 is the general ability and act of visual perception. When you say "I see a bird," that's sense 1.

 When you say "I have seen men die," you're talking about witnessing events over your lifetime.

 Actually, looking at the WordNet entry online (in my mind), sense 3 of "see" is:
 S: (v) witness, find, see (perceive or be contemporaneous with) "We found Republicans winning the offices"

 Yes! That's the one. "Witness" is in the definition. "I have seen one or two men die" = I have witnessed one or two men dying.

 So the answer should be 3.

 But wait, let me make sure. Is there any other sense that fits?

 Sense 21 is about personally experiencing: "go or live through" - "He saw action in Korea" (military experience).

 Actually, that could be a possibility. "See action" means to experience combat.

 But "see someone die" is witnessing it, not necessarily experiencing it yourself (the dying).

 However, in some contexts, "see" with death could mean experiencing the death of others around you.

 But the primary meaning is witnessing.

 Let me look at the example in sense 21: "We had many trials to go through" - clearly about personally enduring.

 So for witnessing death, sense 3 is the best fit: "perceive or be contemporaneous with."

 The definition says "perceive or be contemporaneous with" and the example is "We found Republicans winning the offices."

 Actually, "found" here means "discovered" or "came upon" - witnessing the event as it was happening.

 "I have seen men die" is witnessing the event of death.

 Therefore, the answer is 3.

 But I want to double-check sense 1. Is "see" in "see men die" just the basic visual sense?

 Sense 1: perceive by sight. Yes, witnessing is perceiving by sight. But sense 3 is more specific about witnessing events.

 In lexicographic practice, sense 3 (witness/contemporaneous) is distinct from sense 1 (general visual perception) because it emphasizes the temporal coincidence - seeing something happen.

 Actually, looking at the gloss again:
 3. definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices

 This maps to WordNet's sense where "see" means to perceive (an event) as it happens or to be aware of through observation.

 Given the options, and that "seeing someone die" is a classic example of witnessing, I believe the answer is 3.

 Actually, one more check: sense 7 "see or watch" with example "view a show on television."

 Is watching men die "viewing a show"? No, that's inappropriate. It's witnessing an event.

 Sense 3 is definitely the best fit.

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