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

Sentence: But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of <t>change</t>, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle.

Senses:
1. definition=an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another | examples=the change was intended to increase sales
2. definition=a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event | examples=he attributed the change to their marriage
3. definition=the action of changing something | examples=the change of government had no impact on the economy
4. definition=the result of alteration or modification | examples=there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs
5. definition=the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due | examples=I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change
6. definition=a thing that is different | examples=he inspected several changes before selecting one
7. definition=a different or fresh set of clothes | examples=she brought a change in her overnight bag
8. definition=coins of small denomination regarded collectively | examples=he had a pocketful of change
9. definition=money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency | examples=he got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver
10. definition=a difference that is usually pleasant | examples=he goes to France for variety

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

"But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of <t>change</t>, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle."

This looks like it might be related to sports, possibly soccer/football or another sport with card systems (yellow/red cards). The phrase "eliminated first of change" seems unusual. Let me look at the context.

Wait, looking at the sentence structure: "eliminated first of change" - this might be a translation or non-native English. Or it could be "first of change" meaning something like "first round" or "first phase"?

Actually, looking more carefully: "the team can be eliminated first of change" - this might mean "first of all" or "first off"? No, that doesn't fit.

Let me reconsider. In sports contexts, "change" can mean substitution (like changing players). But looking at the definitions provided:

1. an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
2. a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
3. the action of changing something
4. the result of alteration or modification
5. the balance of money received...
6. a thing that is different
7. a different or fresh set of clothes
8. coins of small denomination...
9. money received in return...
10. a difference that is usually pleasant

The phrase "first of change" is puzzling. Could it be "first of all"? No, that's not right.

Wait, could this be "first off change"? Or "first of change" meaning the first substitution?

Actually, looking at the context about "sanction game" and "second cycle of cards" - this sounds like it could be related to the FIFA World Cup or similar tournament with group stages and cards accumulation.

But "eliminated first of change" - maybe it's "first of all"? Or could it be a typo for "first of all"? No, the <t> tags mark the word "change".

Let me look at the phrase again: "eliminated first of change"

Could this mean "eliminated at the first change"? Like the first substitution? Or the first modification?

Or could it be "first of change" as in "first change" - like in cricket, "first change" refers to the first change of bowling?

Actually, looking at the definitions again, sense 3 is "the action of changing something" - this could refer to a substitution in sports.

But "first of change" is still odd. Maybe it's "first off" or something else.

Wait, could this be a translation from Spanish or another language? "Primero de cambio"?

Let me think about the card context. "Second cycle of cards" - in some tournaments, after the group stage (first cycle), there's a knockout stage (second cycle) where card accumulation rules change.

"Eliminated first of change" - maybe it means eliminated before any change happens? Or at the first change?

Actually, looking at sense 1: "an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another" - this could be a phase change in a tournament.

Sense 2: "a relational difference between states"

Sense 3: "the action of changing something"

Sense 4: "the result of alteration or modification"

The phrase "first of change" might mean "at the first change" or "upon the first change".

But wait, could "change" here mean "exchange"? Like exchanging players?

Or could it be referring to "change" as in "the change of government" type usage - sense 3?

Let me reconsider the sentence. It mentions "the team can be eliminated first of change" - this might mean the team can be eliminated first, before any change occurs? Or eliminated at the first opportunity for change?

Actually, looking at similar contexts, this might be about the FIFA World Cup where teams can be eliminated in the group stage (first phase), and there's talk about card accumulation cycles.

"First of change" might be a mistranslation or specific terminology. But looking at the definitions, if "change" refers to a phase transition or state change, then sense 1 (an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another) might fit.

But "first of change" is still ambiguous. Could it mean "first and foremost"?

Wait, I should look at whether "change" could mean "substitution" here. In soccer, a "change" is a substitution. If a team is eliminated "first of change", maybe it means "first due to changes" or "first among the changes"?

Actually, looking at the example for sense 3: "the change of government had no impact" - this is the act of changing.

Sense 1 example: "the change was intended to increase sales" - this is the event of changing.

Sense 4: "there were marked changes" - results.

Given the context about elimination and cycles, and "first of change", I think this might be using "change" to mean a phase or round - like a change in the tournament structure.

But actually, looking closely at the sentence structure again: "the team can be eliminated first of change" - this might be "first of all" but written as "first of change" due to OCR error or something? No, I should assume the sentence is correct.

Could it be "first off change"? No.

Another thought: In some contexts, "change" can mean "turn" or "round". But that's not in the definitions provided.

Let me look at the definitions again carefully:

1. an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
2. a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
3. the action of changing something
4. the result of alteration or modification
5. money balance
6. a thing that is different
7. clothes
8. coins
9. money exchange
10. pleasant difference

Given that the context is about sports elimination and cycles/phases, and mentions "first of change" and "second cycle", I think "change" here refers to a phase or state transition - so sense 1 or 2 or 3 or 4.

"First of change" - if it means "at the first change [of phase]", then sense 1 (the event of passing from one state to another) or sense 3 (the action of changing) could work.

But "eliminated first of change" - could it mean eliminated before the change? Or eliminated as the first item of the change?

Actually, looking at the phrase "first of change" again, could this be "first of all" autocorrected or something? No, I must work with what's given.

Another idea: Could "change" here mean "exchange" as in "player exchange/substitution"? In many languages, the word for substitution is similar to change. If a team is eliminated "first of substitution", that might mean they are eliminated before making substitutions, or at the first substitution?

But looking at the card context: "go to the second cycle of cards" - this suggests the "change" is related to the cycle/phase.

I think the most likely candidate is sense 1: an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another. The "first change" would be the first phase transition or the first event of state change.

Or sense 3: the action of changing something - referring to the action of moving to the next phase.

But "first of change" is still puzzling. Let me consider if it could be sense 6: "a thing that is different" - "first of change" = first of the different things? No.

Sense 10: "a difference that is usually pleasant" - no, elimination isn't pleasant.

Sense 7: clothes? No.

Money senses (5,8,9)? No.

So it's between 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Given the phrase "first of change" and the context of tournament phases/cycles, I lean toward sense 1 (the event of transition) or sense 3 (the action of changing).

But wait, could "change" mean "turn" as in "it's your change"? No, that's not standard English.

Let me reconsider the sentence. Maybe "first of change" is a typo for "first of all"? But I shouldn't assume a typo.

Another thought: In horse racing or sports, "change" might refer to something specific.

Actually, looking at the sentence again: "the team can be eliminated first of change" - could this mean "the team can be eliminated first, [as a result] of change"? The "of" might be indicating cause?

"Eliminated first of change" = eliminated first because of change?

If "change" here means the action of changing (sense 3), then "eliminated first because of the change" could make sense in the context of tournament rules changing.

But the phrase structure "first of change" is really odd.

Wait, could it be "first off change"? Like "first off" meaning firstly?

Or "first of change" = "first change" as in the first modification/alteration?

If it's "first change" meaning the first alteration, then sense 4 (the result of alteration) or sense 3 (the action) could fit.

But the sentence says "first of change", not "first change".

Unless... "first of change" means "the first [instance] of change"? Like the first time a change occurs?

If so, then sense 1 (event of passing from one state to another) fits well: "eliminated at the first event of state transition".

Or sense 3: "eliminated at the first action of changing".

Given the examples:
1. "the change was intended to increase sales" - refers to the event/act
3. "the change of government" - refers to the action/process

Both are close. But sense 1 emphasizes the event/occurrence, while sense 3 emphasizes the action.

In the context of a tournament, "the first change" would likely refer to the first transition point (e.g., from group stage to knockout stage), which is an event (sense 1).

Also, sense 2 is about the relational difference, which is more abstract.

Sense 4 is about the result (the changed thing), not the transition itself.

So I think sense 1 is the best fit.

But let me double-check if there's any other interpretation. Could "change" mean "exchange" here? Like exchanging cards? No, the context is about elimination.

Could it be referring to "change" as in "change of ends" in tennis? That's a specific type of change (transition), which would be sense 1.

Given the mention of "second cycle", "first of change" likely contrasts with the second cycle, meaning the first phase or the first transition.

Therefore, I will go with sense 1.

Wait, one more check: could it be sense 6? "A thing that is different" - "eliminated first of [the] change" = eliminated first among the different things? No, that doesn't fit grammatically.

Sense 1 seems most appropriate.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 1 again: "the change was intended to increase sales" - this treats "change" as a specific occurrence/event.

And "the team can be eliminated first of change" - if this means "at the first change", then yes, it's the event when the state changes (e.g., from group stage to knockout stage).

So my answer is 1.


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

Sentence: But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this <t>action</t> the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle.

Senses:
1. definition=something done (usually as opposed to something said) | examples=there were stories of murders and other unnatural actions
2. definition=the state of being active | examples=his sphere of activity
3. definition=a military engagement | examples=he saw action in Korea
4. definition=a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) | examples=the action of natural forces
5. definition=the series of events that form a plot | examples=his novels always have a lot of action
6. definition=the trait of being active and energetic and forceful | examples=a man of action
7. definition=the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism | examples=the piano had a very stiff action
8. definition=a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another; one party prosecutes another for a wrong done or for protection of a right or for prevention of a wrong
9. definition=an act by a government body or supranational organization | examples=recent federal action undermined the segregationist position
10. definition=the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field | examples=the action is no longer in technology stocks but in municipal bonds

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

Sentence: "But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this <t>action</t> the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle."

Context analysis:
- This appears to be about sports, specifically mentioning "team", "players", "sanction game", "cards" (likely referring to penalty cards like in soccer/football), "suspension by card accumulation"
- The word "action" is referring to something the players are doing that causes them to fulfil a sanction game and advance to a second cycle of cards
- It seems to be referring to a specific act or thing done by the players

Let me look at the senses:

1. something done (usually as opposed to something said) - "there were stories of murders and other unnatural actions"
   - This is a general sense of "action" meaning a deed or act.

2. the state of being active - "his sphere of activity"
   - This refers to the state or condition of being active, not a specific act.

3. a military engagement - "he saw action in Korea"
   - Military context, doesn't fit here.

4. a process existing in or produced by nature - "the action of natural forces"
   - Natural processes, not human actions in a sports context.

5. the series of events that form a plot - "his novels always have a lot of action"
   - Narrative/plot context, doesn't fit.

6. the trait of being active and energetic and forceful - "a man of action"
   - Character trait, doesn't fit.

7. the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism - "the piano had a very stiff action"
   - Mechanical part, doesn't fit.

8. a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another
   - Legal context, doesn't fit.

9. an act by a government body or supranational organization - "recent federal action undermined the segregationist position"
   - Government/organizational act, doesn't fit this sports context.

10. the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field - "the action is no longer in technology stocks but in municipal bonds"
    - Refers to where the activity is happening, not a specific act.

Now, looking back at the sentence: "with this <t>action</t> the players fulfil a sanction game..."

The context suggests that "action" here refers to something specific that the players are doing - likely a specific act or move or decision. This aligns with sense 1: "something done (usually as opposed to something said)".

However, let me reconsider. The sentence mentions "this action" in the context of players fulfilling a sanction game and going to the second cycle of cards. This sounds like it could be referring to a specific tactical move or decision made by the team.

Wait, looking more carefully at the context: "with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards"

Actually, looking at the broader context, this seems to be about a strategic decision in sports (possibly soccer/football given the mention of cards, sanctions, suspensions). The "action" here refers to a specific thing done by the team/players.

Sense 1: "something done (usually as opposed to something said)" - This is the most general sense and fits well. The "action" is something the players are doing.

But let me check if there's a more specific sense. Sense 9 is about government acts. Sense 3 is military.

Actually, looking at the example for sense 1: "there were stories of murders and other unnatural actions" - this refers to deeds or acts.

In the sentence, "this action" refers to a specific act or thing done by the players that results in them fulfilling a sanction game.

I think sense 1 is the correct answer. But let me double-check if it could be sense 9 (an act by a government body or supranational organization). No, this is clearly about a sports team, not a government.

Could it be sense 10? "the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field" - No, that would be used like "where the action is", not "with this action".

Sense 2? "the state of being active" - No, that would be "in action" or similar, not "this action".

So it seems to be sense 1: something done.

Wait, I should look at the context again more carefully. The sentence says "with this action the players fulfil a sanction game". This suggests that "action" here might be referring to a specific maneuver, tactic, or perhaps a substitution? "the team can be eliminated first of change" - "first of change" might mean "first to be changed" or it could be a translation issue. Maybe "first to change" or referring to substitution?

Actually, looking at the phrase "eliminated first of change" - this might be a mistranslation or awkward phrasing. Perhaps it means "eliminated first if there is a change" or "eliminated from the first change"?

But regardless, "this action" refers to a specific thing being done by the players/team.

Let me reconsider all possibilities:

Could it be sense 8 (judicial proceeding)? No, no court context.

Could it be sense 5 (plot events)? No, this is real life sports, not a story.

Could it be sense 6 (trait of being active)? No, "this action" refers to a specific instance, not a trait.

Could it be sense 4 (natural process)? No.

Could it be sense 7 (mechanical part)? No.

So it's between sense 1 and possibly sense 9, but sense 9 is specifically for government/supranational organizations. The text mentions "team" and "players", so it's a sports team, not a government.

Therefore, it must be sense 1: something done.

But wait, I should check if there's any other interpretation. In sports, "action" can sometimes refer to a specific play or move. That would still fall under sense 1 (something done).

Actually, looking at sense 9 again: "an act by a government body or supranational organization". The example mentions "federal action". This is clearly not that.

What about sense 3: "a military engagement"? No.

So yes, sense 1 seems correct.

But let me look at the sentence one more time to make sure I'm not missing context: "But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards..."

This sounds like it could be describing a specific strategy or tactic in a sports competition (maybe the World Cup or similar tournament). The "action" is a specific thing the team is choosing to do.

Yes, sense 1 is definitely the right choice.

Wait, I want to double-check sense 10 one more time. "the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field". The example is "the action is no longer in technology stocks but in municipal bonds". This refers to where the activity/focus is. The sentence says "with this action", which implies a specific deed, not the locus of activity.

So I'm confident the answer is 1.

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

Sentence: But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the <t>players</t> fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle.

Senses:
1. definition=a person who participates in or is skilled at some game
2. definition=someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession)
3. definition=a theatrical performer
4. definition=a person who pursues a number of different social and sexual partners simultaneously
5. definition=an important participant (as in a business deal) | examples=he was a major player in setting up the corporation

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

Let me analyze the sentence context:
"But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the <t>players</t> fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle."

Key contextual clues:
- "team can be eliminated"
- "fulfil a sanction game"
- "second cycle of cards"
- "suspension by card accumulation"

This is clearly talking about sports, specifically a team sport where players get cards (yellow/red cards like in soccer/football) and can be suspended for accumulation of cards.

Now let's look at the senses:
1. definition=a person who participates in or is skilled at some game
2. definition=someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession)
3. definition=a theatrical performer
4. definition=a person who pursues a number of different social and sexual partners simultaneously
5. definition=an important participant (as in a business deal) | examples=he was a major player in setting up the corporation

Sense 1 fits perfectly: "a person who participates in or is skilled at some game" - specifically here, team sports players participating in a game/competition where they receive cards and sanctions.

Sense 5 mentions "an important participant (as in a business deal)" - this is metaphorical usage for business contexts, not sports contexts.

The context is clearly about sports/team games, so the answer is 1.

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

Sentence: But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction <t>game</t> and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle.

Senses:
1. definition=a contest with rules to determine a winner | examples=you need four people to play this game
2. definition=a single play of a sport or other contest | examples=the game lasted two hours
3. definition=an amusement or pastime | examples=they played word games
4. definition=animal hunted for food or sport
5. definition=(tennis) a division of play during which one player serves
6. definition=(games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win | examples=the game is 6 all
7. definition=the flesh of wild animals that is used for food
8. definition=a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) | examples=they concocted a plot to discredit the governor
9. definition=the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game | examples=the child received several games for his birthday
10. definition=your occupation or line of work | examples=he's in the plumbing game
11. definition=frivolous or trifling behavior | examples=for actors, memorizing lines is no game

reasoning_content:
We need to determine which numbered sense of "game" is used in the given sentence. The sentence is:

"But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction <t>game</t> and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle."

We need to identify the sense of "game" as marked by <t>game</t>. The context: "the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards". This seems to be about sports, likely soccer/football, where players accumulate cards (yellow/red cards). "Sanction game" might refer to a game that is part of a sanction, like a suspension or a match that counts towards a sanction? Or "sanction game" could be a specific term. Let's parse.

The sentence: "But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle."

It seems to be discussing a rule where players have a "sanction game" - perhaps a match that serves as a sanction? Or "game" meaning a single play of a sport or other contest (sense 2). Let's examine the senses:

1. a contest with rules to determine a winner (general)
2. a single play of a sport or other contest (a specific match)
3. an amusement or pastime
4. animal hunted for food or sport
5. (tennis) a division of play during which one player serves
6. (games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win
7. the flesh of wild animals that is used for food
8. a secret scheme to do something
9. the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game
10. your occupation or line of work
11. frivolous or trifling behavior

In the sentence, "fulfil a sanction game" likely means they serve/fulfill a game that is part of a sanction (like a suspension). In sports, a "sanction game" could be a game that counts as a sanction, i.e., a match that a player must sit out? Actually, "fulfil a sanction game" might mean they serve a one-game suspension. In many sports, a player might be suspended for a certain number of games. So "game" here refers to a single match (a single play of a sport or other contest). That would be sense 2.

But let's be careful. Could it be sense 1? "a contest with rules to determine a winner". That is also a match. But sense 2 is more specific: "a single play of a sport or other contest". The phrase "sanction game" suggests a specific instance of a contest, i.e., one game. Sense 2 examples: "the game lasted two hours". That refers to a particular match. In the sentence, "fulfil a sanction game" means they have to serve a one-game sanction, i.e., they miss one game or they play a game under sanction? Actually, "fulfil a sanction game" might mean they serve a suspension of one game. In soccer, if you accumulate yellow cards, you get a one-match suspension. So you miss a game. But the phrasing "fulfil a sanction game" is a bit odd. It might be a translation. Let's think.

The sentence says: "with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle." This sounds like a rule about card accumulation. In some tournaments, there are cycles. For example, in the World Cup, after two yellow cards you miss a game. Then after the quarterfinals, the card count resets or something. But here it says "go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle." So maybe in the first cycle you need 3 yellow cards to be suspended, and in the second cycle you need 2? Or something like that. "with this action the players fulfil a sanction game" might mean they serve a game where they are under sanction? Or they complete a sanctioned game? Actually, "fulfil a sanction game" could mean they serve a one-game ban. But if they are banned, they don't play. However, maybe "sanction game" means a game that counts as a sanction, i.e., they are forced to play a game? No, that doesn't make sense.

Let's search memory: In some contexts, "sanction game" might refer to a game that is officially sanctioned by a governing body. But the phrase "fulfil a sanction game" is unusual. Could it be that the player has to serve a suspension of one game, and that game is called a "sanction game"? Or perhaps the translation is from Spanish or Portuguese. In Spanish, "cumplir una sanción de un partido" means to serve a one-match suspension. "Partido" = game/match. So "game" here is definitely a single match. So sense 2.

But let's consider sense 1: "a contest with rules to determine a winner". That is the general sense of a game. Sense 2 is "a single play of a sport or other contest". The difference is subtle. Sense 1 is the abstract concept or the type of contest. Sense 2 is a particular instance. In the phrase "fulfil a sanction game", it's a particular instance: one match. So sense 2 is more appropriate.

Could it be sense 5? (tennis) a division of play during which one player serves. No, context is about team sport, cards, not tennis.

Sense 6? score? No.

Sense 10? occupation? No.

Sense 8? scheme? No.

Thus, the answer is 2.

But let's double-check the exact wording of sense 2: "a single play of a sport or other contest | examples=the game lasted two hours". Yes, that fits: a single match that is part of a sanction.

Sense 1: "a contest with rules to determine a winner | examples=you need four people to play this game". That refers to the game as a type of activity, not a specific scheduled match. The example "you need four people to play this game" is about the game in general. The sentence is about a specific sanction game (a specific match). So sense 2 is correct.

Therefore, the answer: 2.

The user wants only the number. So output "2".

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

Sentence: But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the <t>suspension</t> by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle.

Senses:
1. definition=a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy
2. definition=a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
3. definition=temporary cessation or suspension
4. definition=an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
5. definition=a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle
6. definition=the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) | examples=there was a small ceremony for the hanging of the portrait
7. definition=a temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc)

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

The sentence is: "But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the <t>suspension</t> by card accumulation takes place with one less than in the first cycle."

Key context:
- Talking about sports (team, players, cards, sanction)
- "suspension by card accumulation"
- This refers to a player being suspended (debarred/banned) from playing due to accumulating too many cards (yellow/red cards in football/soccer)

Now let's look at the definitions:

1. definition=a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy
- This is a chemistry/physics definition. Not relevant here.

2. definition=a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
- This is about a pause or break. Could be related, but let's see others.

3. definition=temporary cessation or suspension
- Similar to #2, about stopping something temporarily.

4. definition=an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
- About interruption, not quite right for a player ban.

5. definition=a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle
- Car suspension. Not relevant.

6. definition=the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) | examples=there was a small ceremony for the hanging of the portrait
- Physical hanging. Not relevant.

7. definition=a temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc)
- "Debarment" means being barred or excluded from something. In sports, a suspension means a player is temporarily banned/debarred from playing. This fits perfectly with "suspension by card accumulation" - the player is temporarily debarred from participating in games due to accumulating cards.

So the answer should be 7.

Let me double-check:
- The context is clearly about sports sanctions
- "card accumulation" refers to penalty cards in sports like football/soccer
- When a player gets suspended due to card accumulation, they are temporarily debarred from playing
- Definition 7 mentions "temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc)" - playing in a game is a privilege/position, and being suspended means being temporarily debarred from it.

Yes, sense 7 is the correct answer.

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

Sentence: But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card <t>accumulation</t> takes place with one less than in the first cycle.

Senses:
1. definition=an increase by natural growth or addition
2. definition=several things grouped together or considered as a whole
3. definition=the act of accumulating
4. definition=(finance) profits that are not paid out as dividends but are added to the capital base of the corporation

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

Let me analyze the sentence:
"But it is about a long term advantage, with a certain degree of indetermination, because the team can be eliminated first of change, and in addition with this action the players fulfil a sanction game and go to the second cycle of cards, in which the suspension by card <t>accumulation</t> takes place with one less than in the first cycle."

The context is about sports, specifically about cards (likely yellow/red cards in football/soccer) and suspension. The phrase "suspension by card accumulation" refers to when a player gets suspended because they have accumulated/received a certain number of cards over time.

Now let's look at the senses:
1. definition=an increase by natural growth or addition
2. definition=several things grouped together or considered as a whole
3. definition=the act of accumulating
4. definition=(finance) profits that are not paid out as dividends but are added to the capital base of the corporation

In the context of sports cards, "accumulation" refers to the act of collecting or gathering cards over time until a threshold is reached for suspension. This seems to be about the process/act of accumulating (collecting) cards.

Sense 3: "the act of accumulating" - this fits best because it refers to the process of collecting cards over time that leads to suspension.

Sense 1 mentions "natural growth" which doesn't fit cards in sports.
Sense 2 refers to a group of things considered as a whole, but here we're talking about the process of collecting cards over time, not the group itself.
Sense 4 is specifically financial, which doesn't apply here.

So the answer should be 3.


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

Sentence: So that, by passing <t>rounds</t>, it is not so clear that it is an advantage.

Senses:
1. definition=a charge of ammunition for a single shot
2. definition=an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs | examples=the never-ending cycle of the seasons
3. definition=a regular route for a sentry or policeman | examples=in the old days a policeman walked a beat and knew all his people by name
4. definition=(often plural) a series of professional calls (usually in a set order) | examples=the doctor goes on his rounds first thing every morning
5. definition=the activity of playing 18 holes of golf | examples=a round of golf takes about 4 hours
6. definition=the usual activities in your day | examples=the doctor made his rounds
7. definition=(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive
8. definition=the course along which communications spread | examples=the story is going the rounds in Washington
9. definition=a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic) | examples=he ordered a second round
10. definition=a cut of beef between the rump and the lower leg
11. definition=a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of the song at the same time | examples=they enjoyed singing rounds
12. definition=an outburst of applause | examples=there was a round of applause
13. definition=a crosspiece between the legs of a chair
14. definition=any circular or rotating mechanism | examples=the machine punched out metal circles

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "round" is used in the sentence: "So that, by passing <t>rounds</t>, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 Let me analyze the sentence. The phrase is "passing rounds". This seems to be in a context where something is being passed around or distributed.

 Looking at the definitions:
 1. ammunition - "passing rounds" of ammunition? Possible in military context, but seems less likely here.
 2. interval/recurring sequence - "passing rounds" doesn't fit well.
 3. regular route for sentry - "passing rounds" could mean going on rounds?
 4. professional calls - "passing rounds" could mean making rounds?
 5. golf - "passing rounds" of golf? Unlikely.
 6. usual activities - "passing rounds" of daily activities? Awkward.
 7. sports division - "passing rounds" in a tournament? Maybe, but "passing" is odd here.
 8. course of communications - "passing rounds" - the story goes the rounds, but "passing rounds"?
 9. serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic) - "passing rounds" of drinks! This makes sense. Like passing rounds of drinks at a bar or party.
 10. cut of beef - "passing rounds" of beef? Possible but less likely.
 11. partsong - "passing rounds" of singing? No.
 12. applause - "passing rounds" of applause? No, we say "a round of applause" but not "passing rounds" of applause.
 13. crosspiece - no.
 14. circular mechanism - no.

 Wait, let me reconsider. The phrase is "by passing rounds".

 Actually, looking at definition 8: "the course along which communications spread | examples=the story is going the rounds in Washington". The phrase "going the rounds" or "passing rounds" could relate to something circulating.

 But definition 9: "a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic)". The phrase "passing rounds" is very commonly used in the context of drinks - "he was passing rounds of drinks to the guests."

 However, looking at the sentence structure: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This sounds like it could be from a philosophical or economic text. Let me think...

 Actually, looking at definition 4: "a series of professional calls". Doctors make rounds. But "passing rounds"?

 Definition 6: "the usual activities in your day". "Passing rounds" of daily activities?

 Wait, I should look at the example for definition 8: "the story is going the rounds in Washington". This uses "rounds" in the plural. "Going the rounds" means circulating.

 But "passing rounds" - could this be about ammunition? "Passing rounds" of ammunition?

 Or drinks: "passing rounds" of drinks?

 Let me reconsider the context. The sentence seems formal: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This could be from a text about medicine or healthcare? Or military?

 Actually, looking at definition 1: "a charge of ammunition for a single shot". "Passing rounds" - distributing ammunition?

 Or definition 9: drinks.

 But wait, I recall that in British English or older usage, "rounds" can refer to the act of going around, like a postman doing his rounds, or a doctor.

 But "passing rounds" specifically - if I search my internal knowledge, "passing rounds" is most commonly associated with drinks (alcoholic servings). But it could also be something else.

 Let me look at the word "passing". If you're "passing rounds", you could be:
 - Distributing drinks (sense 9)
 - Distributing ammunition (sense 1)
 - Going on patrol (sense 3) - but we usually say "doing rounds" or "making rounds", not "passing rounds"
 - Making professional calls (sense 4) - again, "making rounds" not "passing rounds"

 Actually, "passing" here might mean "to go past" or "to move around".

 Wait, I think I need to look at this differently. The word "rounds" appears in the phrase "by passing rounds". This could mean "by going through multiple rounds/stages".

 But looking at the definitions, sense 2 is "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs". But "passing rounds" in the sense of going through multiple rounds of something?

 Or sense 7: "(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive" - like rounds in boxing? "Passing rounds" of a tournament?

 Actually, looking at the sentence again: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This could be from Adam Smith's "The Wealth of Nations" or similar economic text. Let me think about the context.

 In economics or philosophy, "rounds" might refer to cycles or circuits.

 Definition 8: "the course along which communications spread". But "passing rounds"?

 Definition 2: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs".

 Actually, I think I found it. In the context of the "invisible hand" or market transactions, "rounds" might refer to circuits of exchange.

 But let me reconsider definition 9: "a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic)". The example is "he ordered a second round". If you're "passing rounds", you're distributing drinks to a group.

 However, the sentence "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage" doesn't sound like it's about drinks. It sounds more abstract.

 Let me look at definition 4 again: "a series of professional calls (usually in a set order)". The example: "the doctor goes on his rounds first thing every morning".

 Definition 6: "the usual activities in your day". Example: "the doctor made his rounds".

 But "passing rounds"?

 Actually, looking at the phrase "passing round" (without the s), it can mean to distribute or circulate. But here it's "rounds" plural.

 Wait, I think I should consider that this might be from a specific text. The sentence structure suggests 18th or 19th century English.

 "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 Could "rounds" here mean circuits or cycles? Like passing through cycles?

 Definition 2: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs | examples=the never-ending cycle of the seasons"

 If something passes through rounds (cycles), is it an advantage?

 Or definition 8: "the course along which communications spread". "Passing rounds" - like passing through the rounds of gossip?

 Actually, I think I need to reconsider definition 9. In many contexts, "passing rounds" clearly means distributing drinks. But the sentence doesn't seem to fit that.

 Let me try definition 1: ammunition. "By passing rounds [of ammunition], it is not so clear that it is an advantage." This could make sense in a military context - passing ammunition around might not clearly be an advantage.

 Or definition 10: beef. "Passing rounds" of beef? Like serving beef?

 Definition 11: singing rounds. "Passing rounds" of song?

 Hmm.

 Let me search my knowledge for this specific sentence. "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This sounds like it could be from a translation of Aristotle or similar, or perhaps from Adam Smith.

 Actually, I think this might be from a text about geometry or astronomy? No.

 Wait, I recall that in some philosophical contexts, "rounds" can refer to the rounds of a watchman or the circuit of a patrol.

 But let me look at definition 8 again carefully: "the course along which communications spread | examples=the story is going the rounds in Washington"

 The phrase "going the rounds" is idiomatic. "Passing the rounds" might be a variation?

 Or definition 2: cycles.

 Actually, I think the most likely answer is definition 9 (drinks) or definition 4 (professional calls) or definition 1 (ammunition).

 But "passing rounds" of drinks is a very common collocation.
 "Passing rounds" of ammunition is also possible.
 "Passing rounds" in the sense of circulating stories is possible but less common with "passing".

 Let me think about the verb "passing". If you "pass a round", you distribute it. This fits definition 9 perfectly: "a serving to each of a group". You pass a round of drinks.

 But does the sentence make sense with drinks? "So that, by passing rounds [of drinks], it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This could make sense in a context like: "Some people think buying drinks for others is advantageous for networking, but by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage [because of the cost, or because it doesn't achieve the desired effect]."

 But the sentence seems more formal than that.

 Let me reconsider definition 4: "a series of professional calls". Could "passing rounds" mean making one's rounds? In older English, perhaps.

 Actually, looking at the example for definition 4: "the doctor goes on his rounds". And definition 6: "the doctor made his rounds".

 But "passing rounds"?

 Wait, I think I should consider definition 2: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs". In the plural: "rounds" as in multiple cycles.

 "By passing rounds" = by going through multiple cycles/stages?

 Or in sports: "passing rounds" of a tournament (advancing through rounds).

 Definition 7: "(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive". In plural: rounds of a tournament.

 "By passing rounds [of the tournament], it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This makes sense. As a team advances through rounds (passing rounds), it might not clearly be an advantage (perhaps because they face tougher opponents, or fatigue sets in).

 But is "passing rounds" the right verb for advancing in a tournament? We usually say "advancing to the next round" or "getting through the rounds", not "passing rounds".

 However, "passing" can mean to successfully complete or get through something, like "passing an exam" or "passing a test". So "passing rounds" could mean successfully completing rounds of a competition.

 This seems plausible.

 But let me go back to definition 9. The definition says: "a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic)". The example is "he ordered a second round".

 If the sentence is "by passing rounds", and "rounds" means servings of drinks, then "passing" would mean distributing.

 But I need to be careful. The word "round" in the sentence is marked as <t>rounds</t>, so it's being used as a noun in the plural.

 Let me try to find the source of this sentence. It sounds like it might be from a classic text.

 "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 Searching my internal database... This could be from a translation of Plato's Republic or similar? Or perhaps from Swift or Defoe?

 Actually, I think this might be from "The Wealth of Nations" by Adam Smith. Let me think about the context of "rounds" in economics.

 In banking or trade, "rounds" might refer to circuits of exchange.

 Or it could be from a text about military tactics.

 Wait, I think I found a clue. Definition 8: "the course along which communications spread". The example is "the story is going the rounds".

 If something "goes the rounds", it circulates. "Passing rounds" might mean the act of circulating or being passed around.

 But the sentence says "by passing rounds", which suggests an agent is doing the passing.

 Let me reconsider definition 1: ammunition. "Passing rounds" of ammunition from one person to another. "So that, by passing rounds [of ammunition], it is not so clear that it is an advantage." This could be a military discussion - passing ammunition to comrades might seem advantageous but isn't clearly so.

 Definition 9: drinks. Passing rounds of drinks.

 Between these two, definition 9 seems more like a set phrase: "passing rounds" is commonly used for drinks. For ammunition, we might say "passing out rounds" or "passing around rounds".

 But actually, looking at the sentence structure and the formal tone, I wonder if this is from a legal or parliamentary context?

 Definition 12: "an outburst of applause". "Passing rounds" of applause? No.

 Definition 11: "a partsong". "Passing rounds" of music? No.

 Let me reconsider definition 4 and 6, which are similar. Both refer to the doctor's rounds. "Making rounds" or "doing rounds". But "passing rounds"?

 Actually, in some dialects or older usage, could "pass" mean to make or do? Like "pass the time"?

 "Passing rounds" = spending time doing rounds?

 This seems like a stretch.

 Let me look at definition 2 again: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs".

 If we interpret "rounds" as cycles or stages: "by passing [through] rounds [stages/cycles]".

 But the sentence has "passing rounds" as a direct object, not "passing through rounds".

 Wait, could "passing" be an adjective? No, "by passing rounds" suggests "passing" is a gerund or participle.

 "By [the act of] passing rounds..."

 So "rounds" is the object of "passing".

 What can you pass?
 - You can pass rounds of drinks (def 9)
 - You can pass rounds of ammunition (def 1)
 - You can pass the rounds (stories) - but we usually say "pass the story around", not "pass rounds"

 Actually, for definition 8, "the course along which communications spread", the rounds are the path, not the thing being passed. So you don't "pass rounds" in that sense; things go the rounds.

 So definition 8 is probably not it.

 Let me reconsider definition 9. This is the strongest candidate for "passing rounds" as a collocation meaning distributing drinks.

 But is there any other definition where "passing rounds" makes sense?

 Definition 10: beef. You can pass rounds of beef (the food).
 Definition 1: ammunition. You can pass rounds of ammunition.

 Between food, ammunition, and drinks, drinks (def 9) is the most common usage of "passing rounds" in modern English.

 However, the sentence "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage" sounds like it could be discussing the practice of treating others to drinks in a business or social context, and questioning whether it's truly advantageous.

 But I want to check if there's a possibility this is about definition 4 or 6 (doctor's rounds).

 Actually, I recall that in some contexts, "rounds" can refer to stages of a tournament or competition. Definition 7 mentions "(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive". This is usually singular "a round". In plural, "rounds" of a boxing match or tennis tournament.

 "Passing rounds" - advancing through rounds. "By passing rounds [in the competition], it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This makes logical sense. In many competitions, advancing to later rounds means facing harder opponents, or it might cost more, or take more time, so it's not clearly an advantage to advance (pass) many rounds.

 But is "passing rounds" used this way? We say "passing a round" or "getting through a round". "Passing rounds" plural is less common but possible.

 However, looking at the definitions provided, definition 7 is specifically about sports divisions. The example context suggests it's about the game play, not the tournament structure. "A division during which one team is on the offensive" - this sounds like a round of play in a game, not a stage of a tournament.

 So definition 7 might not be about tournament rounds.

 Let me reconsider definition 2: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs". This could be rounds of negotiations? Rounds of talks?

 "By passing rounds [of negotiations], it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This could work. In trade negotiations or diplomatic talks, having multiple rounds might not clearly be an advantage.

 But "passing rounds" is an odd way to say it. We'd say "through multiple rounds" or "after several rounds".

 Let me try a different approach. The sentence might be from a specific corpus that the question is based on. Let me think about which sense of "round" is most likely to be confused or tested.

 Actually, looking at the sentence again: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 I notice that "rounds" is plural. Many of the definitions are typically singular or mass nouns, but can be plural:
 1. rounds of ammunition - yes, very common
 2. rounds of intervals? Not really. Usually singular "a round" or just "rounds" meaning cycles.
 3. rounds (plural) for sentry routes? Usually singular "the rounds" or plural "his rounds".
 4. rounds of professional calls - yes, "making his rounds"
 5. rounds of golf - yes, "a round of golf" or "18 rounds" (unusual, usually "18 holes")
 6. rounds of daily activities - "making the rounds"
 7. rounds in sports - yes
 8. rounds of communications - "going the rounds"
 9. rounds of drinks - yes, very common
 10. rounds of beef - yes, but "a round" is the cut
 11. rounds (songs) - yes, "singing rounds"
 12. rounds of applause - yes, "a round of applause" or "rounds of applause"
 13. rounds (crosspieces) - plural possible
 14. rounds (circular mechanisms) - plural possible

 Now, "passing rounds":
 - Passing rounds of ammunition: military context
 - Passing rounds of drinks: social context
 - Passing rounds of applause: doesn't make sense
 - Passing rounds of golf: doesn't make sense
 - Passing rounds (songs): distributing song sheets? Or singing in rounds? "Passing" doesn't fit well.
 - Passing rounds (beef): serving beef
 - Passing rounds (doctor's): making the rounds, but "passing" is wrong verb

 Actually, I think I should consider that "passing" might mean "to go past" in the sense of "the passing of time" or "in the passing of rounds" meaning "as time passes" or "as rounds go by".

 "So that, by the passing of rounds, it is not so clear..." But the text says "passing rounds", not "passing of rounds" or "the passing rounds".

 Unless "passing" is an adjective? "Passing rounds" = transient rounds? No.

 Let me reconsider definition 8: "the course along which communications spread".

 The phrase "go the rounds" means to circulate. Could "passing rounds" mean something similar?

 Actually, looking at the example for definition 8: "the story is going the rounds in Washington".

 If the story is going the rounds, it is circulating.

 But "by passing rounds" - this is different.

 Wait, I think I need to look at this from the perspective of WordNet or similar lexical database, since the format looks like WordNet definitions.

 In WordNet, "round" has many senses. Let me recall:

 One sense is "a serving to each of a group" - like drinks.
 One sense is "ammunition".
 One sense is "the course along which a message spreads" - "the story went the rounds".
 One sense is "a regular route for a sentry or policeman".
 One sense is "a division in sports".

 The phrase "passing rounds" is most commonly associated with drinks (def 9) or ammunition (def 1).

 But there's another possibility. In the context of the sentence, which seems philosophical or economic, "rounds" might refer to "cycles" or "circuits" of money or goods.

 Definition 2: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs".

 Or definition 8: the spread of communications.

 Actually, I found a possibility. This sentence might be from a text about "the rounds" of a circulating medium, like money.

 Or it could be from a medical text about "the rounds" of a physician.

 But "passing rounds" with the verb "passing" suggests distribution.

 Let me reconsider definition 9 one more time. The definition says: "a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic)".

 If you're at a bar and you're "passing rounds", you're buying or distributing drinks for the group.

 The sentence: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This could mean: Some people think that buying drinks for others (passing rounds) is advantageous for business or social networking, but it's not clearly an advantage.

 This interpretation fits the sentence structure and meaning well.

 However, I want to check if there's a sense I'm missing. Definition 4: "a series of professional calls". Could "passing rounds" mean making professional visits?

 In some contexts, "pass" can mean to spend time or to go through. "Passing rounds" could mean going through one's rounds.

 But "by passing rounds" suggests the method or means by which something happens.

 Actually, looking at the sentence structure again: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This could be parsed as: [So that], [by passing rounds], [it is not so clear that it is an advantage].

 The phrase "by passing rounds" is an adverbial phrase indicating the means.

 If "rounds" means drinks, then by distributing drinks, it's not clear that there's an advantage.

 If "rounds" means ammunition, then by distributing ammunition, it's not clear...

 If "rounds" means circuits/cycles (def 2 or 8), then by going through cycles...

 I think definition 9 is the most natural reading for "passing rounds" as a collocation.

 But let me double-check definition 1. "Passing rounds" of ammunition is also a common military term.

 However, the sentence "it is not so clear that it is an advantage" suggests a context where one might think it IS an advantage, but it's not clear.

 Passing ammunition to allies is clearly an advantage in battle.
 Passing drinks might be thought to be an advantage for social/business reasons, but might not be.

 Actually, passing ammunition could be disadvantageous if it falls into enemy hands, or if it reveals your position, etc. So "by passing rounds [of ammunition], it is not so clear that it is an advantage" could make sense in a tactical discussion.

 But which is more likely?

 Let me think about the source. The sentence structure "So that, by..." suggests an older style of English, perhaps 18th or 19th century.

 In such texts, "rounds" often refers to:
 - The rounds of a watchman or sentry (def 3)
 - The rounds of a physician (def 4)
 - Circuits or cycles (def 2, 8)

 Definition 9 with alcoholic drinks seems too modern and informal for this sentence structure.

 Definition 1 with ammunition fits the time period.

 But actually, looking at definition 8 again: "the course along which communications spread".

 In older English, "the rounds" could mean the circuit of gossip or news.

 "Passing rounds" might mean the act of circulating stories.

 But "by passing rounds" is still awkward.

 Let me try a different angle. The word "round" in the sentence is marked with <t></t>, which suggests it's the target word to be disambiguated. The sentence is provided to give context.

 Perhaps I should look for the sentence in a corpus or database.

 The sentence: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This sounds like it could be from a translation of a text about geometry, astronomy, or perhaps a mechanical device.

 Definition 14: "any circular or rotating mechanism".
 Definition 13: "a crosspiece between the legs of a chair".

 Definition 14: "the machine punched out metal circles".

 Wait, definition 14 says "any circular or rotating mechanism". The example is about circles (metal circles).

 But "rounds" as in rotating mechanisms? "Passing rounds"?

 Or definition 2: cycles.

 Actually, I think I should consider that "rounds" might mean "stages" or "phases" in a process.

 Definition 2: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs".

 In the plural, "rounds" could mean multiple such intervals or cycles.

 "By passing rounds" = by going through multiple cycles.

 This makes sense in a context like: "The machine improves efficiency, but by passing rounds [cycles], it is not so clear that it is an advantage [because of wear and tear, or because the initial rounds are inefficient]."

 Or in a negotiation context: "By passing rounds [of negotiation], it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This seems like a strong candidate.

 But let me reconsider definition 9. Is it possible the sentence is more modern than I thought? Or from a novel?

 "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 Could this be about a bartender? Or someone at a party?

 Actually, looking at the definitions again, I notice that definition 9 is the only one that specifically mentions "usually alcoholic" and has the example "he ordered a second round".

 Definition 1 has "a charge of ammunition for a single shot".

 Now, "passing rounds" is a very common phrase in bars. "He's passing rounds to the customers."

 But it's also common in military contexts: "Passing rounds downrange" or "passing rounds to the loader."

 However, the sentence structure with "So that, by..." suggests a subordinate clause explaining a consequence or purpose, which fits a logical argument.

 "It is thought to be an advantage to pass rounds, but by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This could be about ammunition conservation, or about the cost of buying drinks.

 But I think there's another possibility. Definition 4: "a series of professional calls".

 In British English, "doing the rounds" or "making one's rounds" is common. But "passing rounds"?

 Actually, "pass" can mean to complete or spend. "To pass the time". "To pass one's life".

 "Passing rounds" could mean spending one's time making rounds, or going through the rounds.

 But this is speculative.

 Let me try to find if "passing rounds" is a set phrase for any of these definitions.

 Upon reflection, I think the answer is likely definition 9 (drinks) or definition 1 (ammunition) or definition 4/6 (professional visits).

 But given the sentence "it is not so clear that it is an advantage", and thinking about common disambiguation tasks, I wonder if this is about definition 8: the spread of communications.

 Actually, I recall that in some philosophical texts, "rounds" refers to the circulation of money or goods.

 But looking at the specific wording of definition 8: "the course along which communications spread".

 And the example: "the story is going the rounds in Washington".

 The phrase "going the rounds" is synonymous with "making the rounds" or "passing around".

 But "passing rounds" as a noun phrase where "passing" is an adjective? No, "passing" is clearly a verb form here.

 Wait, could "passing" be a noun? "The passing of rounds"? But there's no "of", and "rounds" is marked as the target.

 The structure is: "by passing <t>rounds</t>"

 This is "by [verb]ing [noun]".

 So what action with rounds makes sense?

 - by distributing rounds (drinks, ammo, beef)
 - by completing rounds (golf, boxing)
 - by making rounds (doctor, sentry)

 For the doctor/sentry (defs 3, 4, 6), we say "making rounds" or "doing rounds", not "passing rounds".

 For golf (def 5), we say "playing a round", not "passing rounds".

 For boxing/sports divisions (def 7), we might say "surviving the rounds" or "going the rounds", but not "passing rounds".

 For drinks (def 9), we say "passing rounds" or "doing rounds" (informal).

 For ammunition (def 1), we say "passing rounds".

 So it's between 1 and 9.

 Now, "it is not so clear that it is an advantage":

 For drinks: One might think passing drinks (being generous) is advantageous, but it's costly, so it's not clearly an advantage.

 For ammunition: One might think passing ammunition to allies is good, but it might be dangerous or wasteful.

 Which context is more likely to have this philosophical tone?

 Actually, I realize now that this sentence might be from Adam Smith's "The Wealth of Nations" discussing the circulation of money, or from a text about trade.

 Or it could be from a medical ethics text.

 But let me reconsider definition 2: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs".

 Could "passing rounds" mean going through cycles?

 "By passing rounds [cycles], it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This is grammatically possible but semantically odd. What does it mean to "pass" a round in this sense? You don't pass an interval; you experience it or go through it.

 Unless "passing" means "to go past" or "to skip"? "By skipping rounds..."?

 But "pass" doesn't mean skip.

 Let me try definition 11: "a partsong in which voices follow each other".

 "Passing rounds" of song? Like teaching rounds by passing them along?

 This is too obscure.

 Definition 12: "an outburst of applause". "Passing rounds" of applause? No.

 Definition 13: "a crosspiece between the legs of a chair". "Passing rounds" of a chair? No.

 Definition 14: "any circular or rotating mechanism". "Passing rounds" of metal? Like passing circular pieces?

 Definition 10: "a cut of beef". "Passing rounds" of beef - serving beef.

 Between beef, drinks, and ammunition, drinks is the most common collocation with "passing rounds".

 But I want to check one more thing. Could "rounds" refer to the rounds of a ladder or chair (def 13)? "Passing rounds" - handing up the rungs of a ladder?

 No.

 I think I need to make a decision. The most likely answer is definition 9, assuming the sentence is about social drinking or hospitality.

 However, looking at the formal tone, it could be definition 1 (military).

 But actually, I just realized - could this be about definition 4 or 6 in the context of a doctor or nurse "passing" (distributing) medications during rounds? "Passing rounds" as in distributing medicine during ward rounds?

 That's a possibility. Medical professionals "make rounds" and they "pass" medications. "Passing rounds" could mean the act of distributing medications while making rounds.

 But the sentence says "by passing rounds", not "by passing medications during rounds". It's "passing rounds" as a unit.

 Actually, in nursing, "passing meds" is common, but "passing rounds" is not standard terminology.

 Let me reconsider definition 8 one last time. "The course along which communications spread."

 If something "passes the rounds", it circulates.

 But the sentence has "by passing rounds", which is active - someone or something is doing the passing.

 I think I have to go with definition 9. The collocation "passing rounds" is most natural with drinks.

 Wait, I should check if the sentence could be from a text about the game of golf or a sport. "By passing rounds" - getting through rounds of a tournament.

 Definition 7: "(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive".

 Actually, in tournament contexts, we use "round" to mean a stage. Definition 7 might be specifically about the division of play (like innings in baseball, or rounds in boxing), not the tournament stage.

 But let's assume it means tournament rounds. "By passing rounds [stages], it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This makes sense if the context is that advancing in a tournament exposes you to harder competition or costs more than it benefits.

 But is "passing rounds" the right verb? In sports, we say:
 - advancing to the next round
 - getting through the round
 - passing the round (less common, but possible, like "passing the first round")

 "Passing rounds" plural would mean advancing through multiple rounds.

 This is plausible.

 However, definition 9 (drinks) has the specific phrase "passing rounds" as a very common collocation.

 Let me check the other definitions for the phrase "passing rounds":
 - Def 1: "passing rounds" of ammunition - common in military
 - Def 9: "passing rounds" of drinks - very common
 - Def 10: "passing rounds" of beef - possible but rare
 - Def 12: "passing rounds" of applause - impossible

 Between 1, 7, and 9, which is most likely?

 The sentence "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage" has a philosophical, analytical tone. This fits:
 - Military strategy (def 1)
 - Economic analysis of entertainment/hospitality costs (def 9)
 - Sports analysis (def 7)

 Without more context, it's hard to say. But definition 9 is the only one where "rounds" is almost always used with "passing" in the sense of distributing. For ammunition, we often say "issuing rounds" or "distributing rounds". For drinks, "passing rounds" is the natural phrase.

 Also, the word "advantage" suggests a social or competitive context where one gains an edge. Passing drinks to gain social advantage is a common theme. Passing ammunition is usually just necessary, not a strategic choice for advantage.

 I think the answer is 9.

 But let me reconsider one more time. Could it be definition 2?

 Definition 2: "an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs".

 "By passing rounds" = by the passage of cycles/time.

 "So that, by the passage of cycles, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This actually makes good sense. As time passes and cycles complete, the advantage becomes unclear.

 But the phrase would be "by passing rounds" where "passing" is an adjective? No, "passing" is a participle/gerund.

 "By the passing of rounds" would work. But the text says "by passing rounds", which is ambiguous. It could mean:
 1. by [distributing] [rounds]
 2. by [completing] [rounds/stages]
 3. by [going past] [rounds]

 If "rounds" means cycles (def 2), then "passing rounds" could mean the cycles passing by (time passing).

 But the syntax "by passing rounds" with "rounds" as the object suggests transitive use.

 Unless "passing" is intransitive and "rounds" is the subject? No, "by" introduces a gerund phrase where "passing" is the verb and "rounds" is the object.

 So: by [passing rounds]

 This requires "pass" to be transitive: to pass something.

 You can pass:
 - drinks (def 9)
 - ammunition (def 1)
 - food (def 10, 11)
 - stories (def 8 - "pass the story around", but not "pass rounds")

 Actually, for def 8, you don't pass the rounds; the story goes the rounds.

 So it's between 1, 9, and 10.

 Beef rounds (def 10) are a specific cut. You can pass them on a platter.

 But drinks (def 9) is the most common.

 I think the answer is 9.

 Actually, I want to check one more thing. Is there any chance this is definition 3, 4, or 6 where "passing" means to go by or to make a circuit?

 "Passing one's rounds" - making one's rounds.

 But the text says "passing rounds", not "passing his rounds" or "passing the rounds".

 Without an article, "passing rounds" strongly suggests the noun "rounds" is being used as a direct object (things being passed) rather than as part of an idiomatic phrase like "making rounds".

 Therefore, the rounds are being passed (distributed).

 This is definition 9 (drinks) or definition 1 (ammunition).

 Given the sentence "it is not so clear that it is an advantage", and thinking about common word sense disambiguation examples, I think this is most likely about drinks in a social/business context.

 Answer: 9

 Wait, I should reconsider definition 1 one more time. In a military context: "By passing rounds [to the front lines], it is not so clear that it is an advantage." This could be about the logistics of supply. Passing ammunition forward might expose you to danger, or it might be better to hold fire, etc.

 But "rounds" as drinks is a more distinct sense, and "passing rounds" is a very specific collocation for that.

 I'll go with 9.

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

Sentence: So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an <t>advantage</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=the quality of having a superior or more favorable position | examples=the experience gave him the advantage over me
2. definition=(tennis) first point scored after deuce
3. definition=benefit resulting from some event or action | examples=it turned out to my advantage

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

 Sentence: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an <t>advantage</t>."

 Senses:
 1. definition=the quality of having a superior or more favorable position | examples=the experience gave him the advantage over me
 2. definition=(tennis) first point scored after deuce
 3. definition=benefit resulting from some event or action | examples=it turned out to my advantage

 Let me analyze the sentence. The context seems to be about some kind of competition or process where "passing rounds" is mentioned. However, looking at the structure "it is an advantage", this seems to be referring to a general benefit or favorable position.

 Wait, let me look more carefully. The sentence says "it is not so clear that it is an advantage." This suggests that something (passing rounds) may or may not be beneficial.

 Sense 1: "the quality of having a superior or more favorable position" - This refers to a state of being in a better position.
 Sense 2: Tennis-specific term - unlikely here since there's no mention of tennis.
 Sense 3: "benefit resulting from some event or action" - This refers to a benefit that comes from something.

 In the sentence "it is not so clear that it is an advantage", the word "advantage" seems to be referring to a benefit or favorable condition.

 Let me compare sense 1 and sense 3 more carefully:
 - Sense 1 focuses on the quality/state of being in a superior position
 - Sense 3 focuses on a benefit resulting from something

 The sentence structure "it is an advantage" where "it" refers to "passing rounds" suggests that passing rounds is being evaluated as to whether it constitutes a benefit or favorable condition.

 Actually, looking at the example for sense 3: "it turned out to my advantage" - this suggests a benefit.

 Looking at sense 1 example: "the experience gave him the advantage over me" - this suggests a superior position.

 In the given sentence, "it is an advantage" seems to mean that something constitutes a benefit or favorable condition. This could fit either sense 1 or 3.

 But sense 1 is about "the quality of having a superior or more favorable position" - this is more about the state itself.
 Sense 3 is about "benefit resulting from some event or action" - this is about the outcome or result.

 The phrase "passing rounds" suggests an event or action, and whether it is an advantage (benefit) is unclear. So sense 3 seems more appropriate.

 However, looking at the sentence again: "So that, by passing rounds, it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 This could be interpreted as: passing rounds gives someone a superior position (sense 1), or passing rounds results in a benefit (sense 3).

 But sense 1 is usually used with "the advantage" or "an advantage" in the sense of a competitive edge. Sense 3 is about benefit resulting from an event.

 Actually, looking at standard dictionary definitions:
 - Sense 1 corresponds to WordNet 1: "the quality of having a superior or more favorable position"
 - Sense 3 corresponds to WordNet 3: "benefit resulting from some event or action"

 In the sentence, "it" refers to the situation of passing rounds. The speaker is saying that passing rounds is not clearly a benefit. This aligns with sense 3.

 But wait, sense 1 could also work if "it" refers to having passed rounds as giving a superior position.

 Let me think about the context clues. The phrase "by passing rounds" suggests a process or event. If passing rounds is the event/action, then the advantage would be the benefit resulting from it (sense 3).

 However, looking at the example for sense 1: "the experience gave him the advantage over me" - here "advantage" is the superior position itself.

 In "it is an advantage", if "it" = passing rounds, then passing rounds is being characterized as a benefit (sense 3) or as a superior position (sense 1).

 But sense 2 is definitely out because there's no tennis context.

 Between 1 and 3:
 - Sense 1: a favorable position (comparative, often with "over")
 - Sense 3: a benefit (often "to one's advantage")

 The sentence doesn't specify "over" anyone, and doesn't suggest a comparative superior position, but rather suggests that the thing itself (passing rounds) may or may not be beneficial. So sense 3 seems best.

 Actually, looking at the sentence structure once more: "it is not so clear that it is an advantage."

 If this is from a specific text (like a translation of Montaigne or similar philosophical text), "passing rounds" might refer to something specific. But without that context, I should look at the general meaning.

 "Passing rounds" could mean:
 - In a tournament: advancing to the next round
 - In drinking: passing drinks around
 - In military: passing ammunition rounds

 If it's about advancing in a competition/tournament, then "advantage" would mean a superior position (sense 1).

 But the example for sense 1 mentions "the advantage over me" which implies a direct comparison. In a tournament, passing rounds gives you a better position, but is it "the quality of having a superior position" or "a benefit resulting from an action"?

 Actually, looking carefully at WordNet definitions:
 - Sense 1: "the quality of having a superior or more favorable position" - this is the state of being advantaged
 - Sense 3: "benefit resulting from some event or action" - this is the benefit itself

 In "it is an advantage", the word is being used as a predicate nominative describing the subject "it" (which is "passing rounds" or the situation thereof).

 If passing rounds is the event, then the advantage is the benefit resulting from it. So sense 3.

 But I should verify if there's any chance this is sense 2 (tennis). The sentence mentions "passing rounds" which doesn't sound like tennis scoring terminology. In tennis, you have "deuce" and "advantage", but "passing rounds" doesn't fit.

 So it's between 1 and 3.

 Let me look at the exact wording of sense 1 again: "the quality of having a superior or more favorable position"
 This is an abstract noun referring to the state/quality.

 Sense 3: "benefit resulting from some event or action"
 This is a concrete or abstract noun referring to a good outcome.

 In the sentence, "it is an advantage" - the pronoun "it" likely refers to a situation, action, or fact. The speaker is questioning whether this thing is beneficial.

 This aligns with sense 3.

 However, sense 1 could also work if the meaning is "it is a superior position."

 But looking at the example for sense 3: "it turned out to my advantage" - this shows "advantage" as something something can "turn out to be" - i.e., a benefit.

 The given sentence has "it is an advantage" which is similar in structure to "it turned out to my advantage."

 Therefore, I believe the answer is 3.

 Wait, I should reconsider. Could this be sense 1?

 Example: "the experience gave him the advantage over me"
 Here, "the advantage" is the superior position he holds.

 If the sentence were "passing rounds gives the advantage", that would be sense 1.
 But the sentence is "it is an advantage" - this is more likely to be sense 3.

 Also, looking at the article "an" - "an advantage" suggests one of possibly many benefits, or a general benefit, whereas "the advantage" (as in sense 1 example) suggests a specific superior position.

 Actually, sense 1 can also use "an advantage": "he has an advantage over me."

 But in "it is an advantage", without "over", it's more likely to be sense 3.

 I think 3 is the correct answer.

 But let me double-check by searching my internal knowledge of how these sense distinctions are typically made in word sense disambiguation tasks.

 Sense 1 (superior position) is often used in competitive contexts with "over".
 Sense 3 (benefit) is often used with "to" (to one's advantage) or as a predicate nominative describing whether something is good or not.

 The sentence "it is not so clear that it is an advantage" fits the pattern of evaluating whether something is beneficial.

 Therefore: 3

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

Sentence: Those <t>actions</t> are really against the sporting spirit, which is part of the strategic decisions that favor taking advantages allowed by the rules.

Senses:
1. definition=something done (usually as opposed to something said) | examples=there were stories of murders and other unnatural actions
2. definition=the state of being active | examples=his sphere of activity
3. definition=a military engagement | examples=he saw action in Korea
4. definition=a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) | examples=the action of natural forces
5. definition=the series of events that form a plot | examples=his novels always have a lot of action
6. definition=the trait of being active and energetic and forceful | examples=a man of action
7. definition=the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism | examples=the piano had a very stiff action
8. definition=a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another; one party prosecutes another for a wrong done or for protection of a right or for prevention of a wrong
9. definition=an act by a government body or supranational organization | examples=recent federal action undermined the segregationist position
10. definition=the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field | examples=the action is no longer in technology stocks but in municipal bonds

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

Sentence: "Those <t>actions</t> are really against the sporting spirit, which is part of the strategic decisions that favor taking advantages allowed by the rules."

Let me analyze the sentence. The word "actions" here refers to things that people do, specifically things done in a sporting context that are against the sporting spirit. They are described as part of strategic decisions.

Looking at the senses:
1. something done (usually as opposed to something said) | examples=there were stories of murders and other unnatural actions
2. the state of being active
3. a military engagement
4. a process existing in or produced by nature
5. the series of events that form a plot
6. the trait of being active and energetic and forceful
7. the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism
8. a judicial proceeding
9. an act by a government body or supranational organization
10. the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field

In the sentence, "Those actions" refers to specific things that someone has done (deeds/acts). This matches sense 1: "something done (usually as opposed to something said)".

Sense 9 is about acts by government bodies or supranational organizations. While the sentence mentions "sporting spirit" and "rules", it doesn't seem to be about government acts. It's about individual or team actions in sports.

Sense 1 is the general definition of things done. The example "there were stories of murders and other unnatural actions" shows it's about deeds/acts performed by people.

The sentence says "Those actions are really against the sporting spirit" - referring to specific deeds or things done by participants.

So the answer should be 1.


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

Sentence: Those actions are really against the sporting spirit, which is <t>part</t> of the strategic decisions that favor taking advantages allowed by the rules.

Senses:
1. definition=something determined in relation to something that includes it | examples=he wanted to feel a part of something bigger than himself
2. definition=something less than the whole of a human artifact | examples=the rear part of the house
3. definition=a portion of a natural object | examples=they analyzed the river into three parts
4. definition=that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation | examples=it requires vigilance on our part
5. definition=the extended spatial location of something | examples=the farming regions of France
6. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
7. definition=an actor's portrayal of someone in a play | examples=she played the part of Desdemona
8. definition=assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group | examples=he wanted his share in cash
9. definition=one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole | examples=the written part of the exam
10. definition=a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions | examples=his part was right in the middle
11. definition=the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music | examples=he tried to sing the tenor part
12. definition=the part played by a person in bringing about a result | examples=I am proud of my contribution in advancing the project

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

 Sentence: "Those actions are really against the sporting spirit, which is <t>part</t> of the strategic decisions that favor taking advantages allowed by the rules."

 Let me analyze the sentence structure:
 - "the sporting spirit" is described as "part of the strategic decisions"
 - This means the sporting spirit is a component or element of the strategic decisions
 - Or rather, looking more carefully: "which is part of the strategic decisions" - the "which" refers to "the sporting spirit"
 - So the sporting spirit is a part/component of the strategic decisions

 Now let's look at the definitions:

 1. "something determined in relation to something that includes it" - examples mention "part of something bigger". This seems like a general "part of a whole" meaning where the part is a component of a larger entity.

 2. "something less than the whole of a human artifact" - specific to human-made objects (like parts of a house).

 3. "a portion of a natural object" - specific to natural objects (like parts of a river).

 4. "that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation" - examples: "on our part" - this is about responsibility or involvement.

 5. "the extended spatial location of something" - regions, areas.

 6. "the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group" - like a role or duty.

 7. "an actor's portrayal of someone in a play" - theatrical role.

 8. "assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group" - share of something.

 9. "one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole" - this is about segments or sections that make up a whole (like parts of an exam).

 10. "a line of scalp..." - hair part.

 11. "the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument..." - musical part.

 12. "the part played by a person in bringing about a result" - contribution or role in an outcome.

 Now, in the sentence: "the sporting spirit, which is part of the strategic decisions"

 This suggests that the sporting spirit is a component or constituent of the strategic decisions.

 Looking at definition 1: "something determined in relation to something that includes it" - this is the most general definition of "part" as a component of a whole. The example "he wanted to feel a part of something bigger than himself" fits this.

 Definition 9: "one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole" - this suggests that the whole is divided into parts. But here, the sporting spirit isn't necessarily one of several portions that together make up the strategic decisions. Rather, it's a component/aspect of them.

 Actually, looking more carefully at the sentence structure:
 "the sporting spirit, which is part of the strategic decisions"

 This could mean:
 1. The sporting spirit is a component/aspect of the strategic decisions (def 1)
 2. The sporting spirit is one of the portions/sections of the strategic decisions (def 9)

 But definition 1 seems more appropriate for abstract concepts like "spirit" being part of "decisions". Definition 9 seems more concrete - portions into which something is divided (like the written part of an exam, or Part 1 of a book).

 Definition 1 examples: "he wanted to feel a part of something bigger than himself" - this is about being a component of a larger whole.

 Definition 9 examples: "the written part of the exam" - this is about a segment or section.

 In the given sentence, "sporting spirit" is an abstract concept that is a component of "strategic decisions". This aligns with definition 1.

 Wait, let me reconsider. Is it possible the sentence means something else?

 "Those actions are really against the sporting spirit, which is part of the strategic decisions..."

 Actually, reading it again: The sporting spirit is part of the strategic decisions. This means the sporting spirit constitutes a portion or component of what makes up the strategic decisions.

 Definition 1: "something determined in relation to something that includes it" - this is the generic "part-whole" relationship.
 Definition 9: "one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole"

 The key difference is that definition 9 emphasizes that the whole is divided into parts, whereas definition 1 is more general about inclusion.

 However, looking at the example for definition 9: "the written part of the exam" - this suggests that the exam has multiple parts (written part, oral part, etc.), and the written part is one of them.

 In the sentence, are the strategic decisions divided into parts, one of which is the sporting spirit? Or is the sporting spirit simply a component/aspect of the strategic decisions?

 I think definition 1 is the best fit. The sporting spirit is a part (component) of the strategic decisions.

 But let me check if there's any other interpretation.

 Could it be definition 4? "on our part" - no, the structure is "part of", not "on one's part".

 Could it be definition 12? "the part played by a person" - no, this is about the sporting spirit, not a person's role.

 Could it be definition 6? "actions and activities assigned to..." - no.

 So it's between 1 and 9.

 Definition 1: "something determined in relation to something that includes it"
 Definition 9: "one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole"

 The phrase "part of" is most commonly associated with definition 1 in general usage. Definition 9 is more specific to segments or sections.

 Also, looking at the example for definition 1: "he wanted to feel a part of something bigger than himself" - this shows "part of" used with an abstract relationship.

 The example for definition 9: "the written part of the exam" - this is a specific section.

 Given that "sporting spirit" is an abstract quality that is a component of "strategic decisions", definition 1 seems correct.

 However, I should verify if there's a standard way these WordNet senses (which these appear to be) are distinguished.

 In WordNet:
 - Sense 1: part, portion, component part, component, constituent - "something determined in relation to something that includes it"
 - Sense 9: part, section, division - "one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole"

 The distinction is:
 - Sense 1: Component/constituent - a part that makes up a whole (like a part of a machine, or a part of a group)
 - Sense 9: Section/division - a part created by dividing something (like chapters of a book, or sections of an exam)

 In the sentence, is the sporting spirit a "component" of the strategic decisions, or a "section/division" of them?

 Strategic decisions can have components like: the sporting spirit, the financial considerations, the tactical advantages, etc. These are components/constituents (sense 1), not divisions/sections (sense 9).

 Sense 9 would be like: "Part 1 of the strategic decisions" or "the early part of the strategic decisions".

 Therefore, sense 1 is correct.

 Wait, I want to double-check the exact wording of the sentence: "which is part of the strategic decisions"

 Actually, looking at the context again: "the sporting spirit, which is part of the strategic decisions that favor taking advantages..."

 This could be interpreted as: the sporting spirit is a component of (i.e., included in) the strategic decisions.

 Yes, sense 1.

 But let me also consider if it could be sense 9. If we view strategic decisions as having multiple parts (sections), and the sporting spirit is one such part... but that seems less likely. The sporting spirit isn't a "portion" of the decisions in the sense of a segment, but rather an element or component of them.

 So I'll go with 1.