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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher <t>proportion</t> of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2. definition=magnitude or extent | examples=a building of vast proportions
3. definition=balance among the parts of something
4. definition=the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree | examples=an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations
5. definition=harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design); - John Ruskin | examples=in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher <t>proportion</t> of their personal staffs to district offices..."
The word "proportion" here refers to a part or share of a whole (a fraction/percentage of their personal staffs).
Let's look at the senses:
1. the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole (This is a mathematical definition, maybe not the best fit for general "part of a whole" but let's check others). Wait, WordNet sense for proportion:
Sense 1: proportion, proportionality (the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole)
Sense 2: proportion, dimension (magnitude or extent) "a building of vast proportions"
Sense 3: proportion, balance, balance of proportion, symmetry (balance among the parts of something)
Sense 4: proportion (the relation between things (or parts of things)) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree) "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations" - wait, WordNet has "proportion, proportion" -> "the relation between things..." No, Sense 4 in WordNet is: proportion (the relation between things (or parts of things)) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree; "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations"; "a dry martini has a large proportion of gin and a small proportion of vermouth"
Wait, if it's "a higher proportion of their personal staffs", it means a greater part or share.
Let's re-read Sense 1 and Sense 4.
Sense 1: the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole. (This is the mathematical proportion, like a ratio or fraction).
Sense 4: the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree. Examples: "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations". This closely matches "a higher proportion of their personal staffs".
Wait, WordNet 3.1:
1. proportion, proportionality (the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole)
2. proportion, dimension (magnitude or extent) "a building of vast proportions"
3. proportion, balance, balance of proportion, symmetry (balance among the parts of something)
4. proportion (the relation between things (or parts of things)) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree; "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations"; "a dry martini has a large proportion of gin and a small proportion of vermouth"
5. proportion, symmetry, balance (harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design)) "in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance"- John Ruskin

In the sentence: "Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs..."
This means a larger part/share. This matches Sense 4 ("an inordinate proportion of the book", "a large proportion of gin").

Let's double check.
"a higher proportion of their personal staffs" -> comparative quantity of a part. Sense 4 fits perfectly.
Let's check Sense 1 again. "quotient obtained..." is strictly mathematical (like 0.5 or 50%). While related, "a higher proportion" in common parlance maps to Sense 4 (comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree; part of a whole).
Actually, "proportion" as in "a large proportion of" is Sense 4 in WordNet.

Let's confirm WordNet senses for "proportion":
Noun:
1. proportion, proportionality -- (the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole)
2. proportion, dimension -- (magnitude or extent; "a building of vast proportions")
3. proportion, balance, balance of proportion, symmetry -- (balance among the parts of something)
4. proportion -- (the relation between things (or parts of things)) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree; "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations"; "a dry martini has a large proportion of gin and a small proportion of vermouth")
5. proportion, symmetry, balance -- (harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design); "in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance"- John Ruskin)

The example "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations" is structurally identical to "a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices". Both refer to a part of a whole in terms of comparative quantity.
Therefore, Sense 4 is the correct choice.
The number is 4.
I will return 4.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their <t>personal</t> staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality | examples=a personal favor
2. definition=particular to a given individual
3. definition=of or arising from personality | examples=personal magnetism
4. definition=intimately concerning a person's body or physical being | examples=personal hygiene
5. definition=indicating grammatical person | examples=personal verb endings

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reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "personal" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices..."

Senses:
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality | examples=a personal favor
2. particular to a given individual
3. of or arising from personality | examples=personal magnetism
4. intimately concerning a person's body or physical being | examples=personal hygiene
5. indicating grammatical person | examples=personal verb endings

In the context of "personal staffs", "personal" means belonging to or particular to a given individual (e.g., a specific politician's staff, as opposed to committee staff or shared staff).
Sense 2: "particular to a given individual" fits best. Let's double check.
"personal staff" refers to the staff hired by and working directly for an individual member of Congress, as opposed to committee staff. Thus, it is particular to a given individual.
Sense 1: "concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality" - not quite, it's not about private life.
Sense 2: "particular to a given individual" - yes, the staff belongs to the individual representative.

Let's check WordNet senses for "personal".
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality ("a personal favor", "one's personal life", "a letter with a personal meaning")
2. particular to a given individual ("personal staff") -> Wait, is "personal staff" an example in WordNet for sense 2?
Let's search my knowledge base for WordNet "personal" senses.
Sense 1: concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality; "a personal favor"; "one's personal life"; "a letter with a personal meaning"
Sense 2: particular to a given individual; "personal staff"
Sense 3: of or arising from personality; "personal magnetism"
Sense 4: intimately concerning a person's body or physical being; "personal hygiene"
Sense 5: indicating grammatical person; "personal verb endings"

Yes, "personal staff" is the exact example for Sense 2 in WordNet!
Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
Number: 2.
Return only the number.
End of thought.

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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal <t>staffs</t> to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task | examples=the hospital has an excellent nursing staff
2. definition=a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose | examples=he walked with the help of a wooden staff
3. definition=the body of teachers and administrators at a school | examples=the dean addressed the letter to the entire staff of the university
4. definition=building material consisting of plaster and hair; used to cover external surfaces of temporary structure (as at an exposition) or for decoration
5. definition=a rod carried as a symbol
6. definition=(music) the system of five horizontal lines on which the musical notes are written

reasoning_content:
The sentence mentions "Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices".
Here, "staffs" refers to the personnel who assist a politician (Democrats) in carrying out their tasks.
Looking at the senses:
1. personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task
2. a strong rod or stick
3. body of teachers and administrators at a school
4. building material
5. a rod carried as a symbol
6. music staff

Sense 1 fits perfectly. Politicians' personal staffs are personnel assisting them.
Let's double check. "personal staffs" -> personnel. Sense 1.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "office" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district <t>offices</t> -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "office" as used in the provided sentence.

Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district <t>offices</t> -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

The word "offices" refers to the physical locations (district offices, Washington offices) where the staff performs their professional/clerical duties.

Let's look at the senses:
1. place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
2. an administrative unit of government
3. the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
4. holding an office means being in power
5. professional or clerical workers in an office
6. a religious rite or service
7. a job in an organization

Sense 1 fits perfectly: "district offices" and "Washington offices" are physical places where professional or clerical duties are performed.

Therefore, the correct sense number is 1.
End of thought process.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where <t>local</t> benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area | examples=local taxes
2. definition=of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood | examples=local customs
3. definition=affecting only a restricted part or area of the body | examples=local anesthesia

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where <t>local</t> benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."
The word "local" here refers to the district, as opposed to "national" policy making or "Washington" offices.
Sense 1: relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area. (Examples: local taxes).
Sense 2: of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood. (Examples: local customs).
Sense 3: affecting only a restricted part or area of the body.

In the context of "district offices" and "national policy making", "local" refers to the district level of government/administration/politics, as opposed to the national level.
Sense 1 explicitly mentions "district rather than a larger area", which fits perfectly with "district offices" vs "Washington offices" (national).
Let's double check. "local benefit-seeking duties" - duties seeking benefits for the local district.
Sense 1: "relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area".
Sense 2: "of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood".
"local benefit-seeking" relates to seeking benefits for the district (a political/administrative area) rather than the nation. Sense 1 fits best because it contrasts with a larger area (national).

Let's read Sense 1 again: "relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area"
Wait, does it mean "local" as in "local government" or "local area"? "local benefit-seeking" means seeking benefits for the local area (the district).
Is it Sense 1 or Sense 2?
WordNet senses for "local" (adjective):
1. local (relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area) "local taxes"; "local authorities"
2. local, local anaesthetic, local anesthetic (affecting only a restricted part or area of the body) - wait, sense 3 in the prompt is this.
Wait, WordNet adj senses:
1. local (relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area) "local taxes"; "local authorities"
2. local (of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood) "local customs"; "local schools"; "the local citizens"; "a local point of view"; "local insult"; "local option"; "local news"

In the sentence: "where local benefit-seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less"
"local" contrasts with "national".
Sense 1: "rather than a larger area". National is a larger area.
Sense 2: "local customs", "local schools".
"local benefit-seeking" refers to seeking benefits for the district (a political subdivision). This aligns with Sense 1 (administration of a district rather than a larger area). Actually, "local" here modifies "benefit-seeking duties". Duties that seek benefits for the local district.
Could it be Sense 1? Yes, "district" is explicitly mentioned in Sense 1.

Let's check if there's any other nuance. "local benefit - seeking duties" -> seeking benefits for the local district. Sense 1 includes "district rather than a larger area". National is the larger area.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate.
I will return 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "duty" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking <t>duties</t> matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; ; - John D.Rockefeller Jr | examples=we must instill a sense of duty in our children
2. definition=work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons | examples=the duties of the job
3. definition=a government tax on imports or exports | examples=they signed a treaty to lower duties on trade between their countries

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking <t>duties</t> matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

The word is "duties".
In this context, "duties" refers to the tasks, responsibilities, or work that the staff members are obliged to perform (local benefit-seeking duties).
Let's check the senses:
1. the social force that binds you... (sense of duty)
2. work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons (the duties of the job)
3. a government tax on imports or exports

Sense 2 fits perfectly: "local benefit-seeking duties" = tasks/work they perform.

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
Double check:
"local benefit - seeking duties" -> tasks, work.
Sense 2: work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons | examples=the duties of the job.
Yes, sense 2.
Number: 2.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and <t>national</t> policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country | examples=national hero
2. definition=limited to or in the interests of a particular nation | examples=national interests
3. definition=concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country | examples=the national government
4. definition=owned or maintained for the public by the national government | examples=national parks
5. definition=inside the country | examples=the British Home Office has broader responsibilities than the United States Department of the Interior
6. definition=characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation | examples=a national trait
7. definition=of or relating to nationality | examples=national origin

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and <t>national</t> policy making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

The word "national" is used in the phrase "national policy making activities".
Let's analyze the senses:
1. of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country
2. limited to or in the interests of a particular nation
3. concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country (e.g., the national government)
4. owned or maintained for the public by the national government
5. inside the country
6. characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation
7. of or relating to nationality

"national policy making activities" refers to policy making that applies to the entire nation or country, as opposed to "local" benefit-seeking duties.
Sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country" matches "national policy making" (as opposed to local). The example "the national government" fits this context perfectly, as national policy making is done by the national government.

Let's check Sense 1: "of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country".
Sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country". The contrast with "local" strongly implies "entire nation or country".

Therefore, Sense 3 is the best fit.
Let's double check WordNet definitions.
national (adj)
1. concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country; "the national government"; "national elections"; "of national importance"; "the national highway system"; "national income"
2. owned or maintained for the public by the national government; "national parks"
3. inside the country; "the British Home Office has broader responsibilities than the United States Department of the Interior"
4. characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation; "a national trait"
5. of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country; "national hero"
6. limited to or in the interests of a particular nation; "national interests"; "isolation of the United States from the European war"
7. of or relating to nationality; "national origin"

The sense in the sentence is "national policy making activities". This aligns with Sense 1 of the WordNet list above, but in the provided list:
1. definition=of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country
2. definition=limited to or in the interests of a particular nation
3. definition=concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country
4. definition=owned or maintained for the public by the national government
5. definition=inside the country
6. definition=characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation
7. definition=of or relating to nationality

Wait, in the provided list, Sense 3 is "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country | examples=the national government". This matches "national elections", "national policy making".
So the answer should be 3.
Let's review the contrast: "local benefit-seeking" vs "national policy making". "Local" vs "National" (entire country). Sense 3 explicitly mentions "entire nation or country".

I will output 3.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national <t>policy</t> making activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group | examples=it was a policy of retribution
2. definition=a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government | examples=they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation
3. definition=written contract or certificate of insurance | examples=you should have read the small print on your policy

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national <t>policy</t> making activities matter less relative to Washington offices."

The word "policy" is used in the phrase "national policy making activities".
This refers to the creation of plans of action or laws by the government (national policy).
Let's look at the senses:
1. definition=a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group | examples=it was a policy of retribution
2. definition=a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government | examples=they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation
Wait, sense 1: "a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group".
Sense 2: "a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government".
Actually, WordNet senses for "policy":
1. policy, policy making (a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group) "it was a policy of retribution"
2. policy (a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government) "they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation"
3. policy, insurance policy, contract of insurance (written contract or certificate of insurance) "you should have read the small print on your policy"

In "national policy making activities", "policy" is part of "policy making", which corresponds to sense 1 (policy, policy making - a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group). Wait, let me check WordNet.
WordNet:
policy, policy making (a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group) "it was a policy of retribution"
Wait, "policy making" is a synonym for policy in sense 1.
The text says "national policy making activities".
So it's sense 1.

Let's double check.
Sense 1: a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group.
Sense 2: a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government.
"national policy making" -> making of plans of action.
Therefore, sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "making" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy <t>making</t> activities matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=the act that results in something coming to be | examples=the devising of plans
2. definition=an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something | examples=her qualifications for the job are excellent
3. definition=(usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something | examples=the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy <t>making</t> activities matter less relative to Washington offices."
The word is "making" in the context of "national policy making activities".
Sense 1: the act that results in something coming to be | examples=the devising of plans. "policy making" = the act of making policies.
Sense 2: an attribute that must be met... (qualification)
Sense 3: components needed for making... (ingredients)

Clearly, Sense 1 is the correct sense. "making" here refers to the act of creating or devising national policy.
Return only the number: 1.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making <t>activities</t> matter less relative to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=any specific behavior | examples=they avoided all recreational activity
2. definition=the state of being active | examples=his sphere of activity
3. definition=an organic process that takes place in the body | examples=respiratory activity
4. definition=(chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction | examples=catalytic activity
5. definition=a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) | examples=the action of natural forces
6. definition=the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically | examples=the level of activity declines with age

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making <t>activities</t> matter less relative to Washington offices."
The word is "activities".
The context is "national policy making activities".
Senses:
1. definition=any specific behavior | examples=they avoided all recreational activity
2. definition=the state of being active | examples=his sphere of activity
3. definition=an organic process that takes place in the body | examples=respiratory activity
4. definition=(chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction | examples=catalytic activity
5. definition=a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) | examples=the action of natural forces
6. definition=the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically | examples=the level of activity declines with age

"national policy making activities" refers to specific actions, tasks, or behaviors related to policy making.
Sense 1: "any specific behavior" - fits "activities" as in tasks or actions undertaken by people (e.g., recreational activity, policy making activities).
Let's check WordNet senses for "activity":
1. activity (any specific behavior) "they avoided all recreational activity"
2. activeness, activity (the state of being active) "his sphere of activity"
3. activity (an organic process that takes place in the body) "respiratory activity"
4. activity ((chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction) "catalytic activity"
5. action, activity, natural action, natural process (a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings)) "the action of natural forces"
6. activeness, activity (the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically) "the level of activity declines with age"

"policy making activities" refers to specific actions/behaviors. So Sense 1.
Let's double check. "recreational activity" -> Sense 1. "policy making activities" -> Sense 1.
Yes, Sense 1 is the best fit.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "relative" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less <t>relative</t> to Washington offices.

Senses:
1. definition=estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete | examples=a relative stranger
2. definition=properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to' | examples=the punishment ought to be proportional to the crime

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less <t>relative</t> to Washington offices."

The word "relative" is used as an adjective here, meaning "in comparison to" or "relative to".
Wait, let's look at the senses.
Sense 1: estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete (e.g., a relative stranger)
Sense 2: properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by 'to' (e.g., the punishment ought to be proportional to the crime) - wait, the definition for sense 2 is for "proportional" or "relative"? WordNet definition for "relative" (adj) sense 2: "properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'" -> synonyms: proportional, relative. Example: "punishment ought to be proportional to the crime", "relative to your previous earnings".

Wait, does Sense 2 match "relative to Washington offices"? Yes, "relative to" means in comparison with, or properly related in size/degree. In the sentence, "matter less relative to Washington offices" means in comparison to Washington offices.
Let's check WordNet senses for "relative".
Adjective:
1. estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete; "a relative stranger"
2. properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'; "punishment ought to be proportional to the crime"; "relative to your previous earnings"

In the sentence, "relative to" is used. Sense 2 explicitly mentions "usually followed by 'to'".
Therefore, Sense 2 is the correct one.

Let me double check the exact WordNet definition.
Sense 1: relative (estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete) "a relative stranger"
Sense 2: proportional, relative (properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to') "punishment ought to be proportional to the crime"; "relative to your previous earnings"

The sentence uses "relative to", which perfectly aligns with Sense 2.

Let me confirm if "relative to" in "matter less relative to Washington offices" means "in proportion to" or "in comparison to". WordNet groups "relative to" under Sense 2.

I will return 2.


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

Sentence: Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington <t>offices</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "office" as used in the provided sentence.
Sentence: "Finally, as shown in the table, Democrats allocate a higher proportion of their personal staffs to district offices -- where local benefit - seeking duties matter more and national policy making activities matter less relative to Washington <t>offices</t>."
The word is "offices". It refers to the physical locations or places of business/work where the staff is allocated (district offices vs Washington offices).
Sense 1: place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed.
Sense 2: an administrative unit of government.
Sense 3: actions and activities...
Sense 4: holding an office...
Sense 5: professional or clerical workers...
Sense 6: religious rite...
Sense 7: a job in an organization...

The sentence contrasts "district offices" with "Washington offices". These are physical locations where the staff works.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Let's double check. "district offices" and "Washington offices" are places of business/work.
Yes, Sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "examination" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: An <t>examination</t> of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
2. definition=a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge | examples=when the test was stolen the professor had to make a new set of questions
3. definition=formal systematic questioning
4. definition=a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits)
5. definition=the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "examination" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987..."
Senses:
1. the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) -> investigation, analysis, close inspection.
2. a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge -> test.
3. formal systematic questioning -> interrogation.
4. a detailed inspection of your conscience.
5. the act of giving students or candidates a test.

In the sentence, "examination" refers to the act of examining or analyzing changes in personal staffing decisions. This matches sense 1: "the act of examining something closely".

Let's double check.
Sense 1: the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) - WordNet definition for examination, scrutiny.
Sense 2: test, exam.
Sense 3: interrogation.
Sense 4: examination of conscience.
Sense 5: testing.

The sentence uses "examination" in the sense of an analysis or study (examination of changes). This aligns with Sense 1.

Therefore, the correct sense number is 1.
End of thought process.


[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: An examination of <t>changes</t> in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

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 sentence is: "An examination of <t>changes</t> in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987..."
The word is "changes".
It refers to the differences or alterations in personal staffing decisions over a period of time (between 1986 and 1987).
Wait, "a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event" (sense 2) or "the result of alteration or modification" (sense 4) or "an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another" (sense 1).
Let's look at the senses:
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

"changes in personal staffing decisions ... between 1986 and 1987"
Could it be 2? "he attributed the change to their marriage"
Could it be 4? "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs"
Could it be 1? "the change was intended to increase sales"

In WordNet:
Noun:
1. change, alteration, modification (an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another) "the change was intended to increase sales"; "this storm is certainly a change for the worse"; "the neighborhood had undergone little modification since his last visit years ago"
2. change (a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event) "he attributed the change to their marriage"
3. change (the action of changing something) "the change of government had no impact on the economy"; "his change in attitude toward money had puzzled his friends"
4. change, alteration, modification (the result of alteration or modification) "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs"; "there had been no alteration in the symptoms"

"changes in personal staffing decisions" -> "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs" (Sense 4: the result of alteration or modification).
Wait, "changes in [something]" usually maps to Sense 4 (result of alteration) or Sense 2 (relational difference).
Let's check "changes in personal staffing decisions".
Is it the result of alteration? Yes, "marked changes in the lining of the lungs" -> "changes in personal staffing decisions".
Wait, could it be 2? "a relational difference between states". "He attributed the change to their marriage".
Let's consider WordNet examples for sense 4: "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs".
Sense 1: "the change was intended to increase sales".

Let's look at the context: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions..."
This is very similar to "changes in the lining of the lungs" (Sense 4).
Wait, "changes in" + noun phrase.
Let's check if there is a better fit.
Sense 4: "the result of alteration or modification". Examples: "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs".
Sense 2: "a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event". Examples: "he attributed the change to their marriage".

Let's rethink: "changes in personal staffing decisions"
If it's the plural "changes", Sense 4 has plural "changes" in its example: "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs".
Sense 1 has singular "the change".
Sense 2 has singular "the change".
Sense 3 has singular "the change".

Therefore, Sense 4 is most likely the correct one because of the plural form and the "changes in X" pattern.
Let's double check.
Sense 4: definition=the result of alteration or modification | examples=there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs.
Yes, "changes in personal staffing decisions" perfectly matches "changes in the lining of the lungs".

Let's verify Sense 4.
WordNet 3.1:
change (n)
1. change, alteration, modification (an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another)
2. change (a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event)
3. change (the action of changing something)
4. change, alteration, modification (the result of alteration or modification) "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs"

I will output 4.
Let's review the sentence again: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987..."
The word is "changes".
Sense 4 is "the result of alteration or modification".
I am confident in 4.
Another option is Sense 1, but Sense 4's example uses the exact same syntactic structure "changes in [noun]".
I'll go with 4.
Wait, let me just confirm there isn't another sense.
1. event
2. relational difference
3. action
4. result
"changes in decisions" -> the decisions were altered, and these are the results of those alterations, i.e., the modified decisions or the differences in the decisions.
Yes, 4.
Let's consider if it could be 2. "a relational difference between states". "changes in personal staffing decisions" -> the difference between the decisions in 1986 and 1987. But "changes in the lining of the lungs" is also a difference between states of the lungs. The plural "changes" strongly points to 4.
I will return 4.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in <t>personal</t> staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality | examples=a personal favor
2. definition=particular to a given individual
3. definition=of or arising from personality | examples=personal magnetism
4. definition=intimately concerning a person's body or physical being | examples=personal hygiene
5. definition=indicating grammatical person | examples=personal verb endings

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "An examination of changes in <t>personal</t> staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word is "personal" as in "personal staffing decisions".
Senses:
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality | examples=a personal favor
2. particular to a given individual
3. of or arising from personality | examples=personal magnetism
4. intimately concerning a person's body or physical being | examples=personal hygiene
5. indicating grammatical person | examples=personal verb endings

Wait, "personal staffing decisions" means staffing decisions made by or particular to a given individual (e.g., a specific Senator's personal staff, as opposed to committee staff).
Sense 2: "particular to a given individual".
Let's check WordNet senses for "personal".
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality ("a personal favor", "one's personal life", "a letter containing personal attacks")
2. particular to a given individual ("personal staff") -> wait, is "personal staff" an example for sense 2?
Let's check the exact WordNet definitions.
Sense 1: concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality; "a personal favor"; "one's personal life"; "a letter containing personal attacks"
Sense 2: particular to a given individual; "his personal belief"; "a personal opinion" -> wait, what about "personal staff"?
Let's search for "personal staffing". "personal staff" is often used in Congress to refer to the staff working directly for a member, as opposed to committee staff.
Is it Sense 1 or Sense 2?
Sense 2 definition: "particular to a given individual".
Let's look at the options.
1. definition=concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality | examples=a personal favor
2. definition=particular to a given individual
3. definition=of or arising from personality | examples=personal magnetism
4. definition=intimately concerning a person's body or physical being | examples=personal hygiene
5. definition=indicating grammatical person | examples=personal verb endings

In the context of the Senate, "personal staffing" refers to the staff particular to a given individual (the Senator), as opposed to committee staff.
"personal staffing decisions" -> decisions about the staff particular to a given individual.
So Sense 2 seems the most appropriate.

Let's double check WordNet 3.0:
personal (adj)
1. personal (concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality) "a personal favor"; "one's personal life"; "a letter containing personal attacks"
2. personal (particular to a given individual)
3. personal (of or arising from personality) "personal magnetism"
4. personal (intimately concerning a person's body or physical being) "personal hygiene"
5. personal (indicating grammatical person) "personal verb endings"

"personal staffing" -> particular to a given individual.
Therefore, Sense 2.
Let me verify if "personal staff" might be under sense 2. Yes, "personal" as in "personal staff" or "personal assistant" usually falls under "particular to a given individual".

Let's review the sentence again: "...over other resources such as committee staff."
This contrasts "personal staffing" with "committee staff". Committee staff is for the committee, personal staff is for the individual senator. Thus, "particular to a given individual".
Sense 2 is the correct choice.
The number is 2.
I will return 2.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing <t>decisions</t> in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of making up your mind about something | examples=the burden of decision was his
2. definition=a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration | examples=a decision unfavorable to the opposition
3. definition=(boxing) a victory won on points when no knockout has occurred | examples=had little trouble in taking a unanimous decision over his opponent
4. definition=the outcome of a game or contest | examples=the team dropped three decisions in a row
5. definition=the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose | examples=a man of unusual decisiveness

reasoning_content:
The sentence uses the word "decisions" in the context of "personal staffing decisions in the Senate".
This refers to the act of making up one's mind about something, or a choice made about staffing.
Let's look at the senses:
1. the act of making up your mind about something (e.g., the burden of decision was his) -> "staffing decisions" refers to the choices made / acts of deciding who to hire.
2. a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration (e.g., a decision unfavorable to the opposition) -> usually refers to a legal or formal ruling, or a specific concluded opinion.
Wait, "staffing decisions" means the choices made regarding staffing. Is it sense 1 or sense 2?
Sense 1: "the act of making up your mind about something" or the choice itself.
Sense 2: "a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration" - often used for court decisions, or formal resolutions.
Let's check WordNet senses for "decision":
1. decision, determination, conclusion (a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration) "a decision unfavorable to the opposition"
2. decision (the act of making up your mind about something) "the burden of decision was his"
Wait, WordNet sense 1 is "a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration".
Sense 2 is "the act of making up your mind about something".
Let me re-read the prompt's numbering:
1. definition=the act of making up your mind about something | examples=the burden of decision was his
2. definition=a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration | examples=a decision unfavorable to the opposition
Ah, the prompt swapped the standard WordNet order or just numbered them 1 and 2.
Prompt:
1. definition=the act of making up your mind about something
2. definition=a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

"personal staffing decisions" -> choices made about staffing. This aligns with "the act of making up your mind about something" (i.e., making a choice). Or is it "a position or opinion..."? No, it's the choice/action of deciding.
Actually, in WordNet:
decision (the act of making up your mind about something) "the burden of decision was his" -> this is synset 01212843 (act of deciding).
decision (a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration) "a decision unfavorable to the opposition" -> synset 05916144 (cognitive).
"staffing decisions" refers to the acts of deciding or the choices made.
Usually, "make a decision" is sense 1. "staffing decisions" = decisions about staffing = the choices made.
Let's consider "decision" as in "business decisions", "staffing decisions". These are acts of deciding or the choices resulting from it.
I will bet on Sense 1: the act of making up your mind about something (i.e., making a choice).
Wait, could it be 1? Yes. Let's double check.
"the act of making up your mind about something" -> choice.
"a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration" -> verdict, ruling.
Therefore, "staffing decisions" is 1.
Let's review if "decision" in "staffing decisions" could be 1.
Yes, "decision" as a choice is "the act of making up your mind".
I'll output 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when <t>control</t> of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=power to direct or determine | examples=under control
2. definition=a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another | examples=measures for the control of disease
3. definition=(physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc | examples=the timing and control of his movements were unimpaired
4. definition=a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment | examples=the control condition was inappropriate for the conclusions he wished to draw
5. definition=the activity of managing or exerting control over something | examples=the control of the mob by the police was admirable
6. definition=the state that exists when one person or group has power over another | examples=her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her
7. definition=discipline in personal and social activities | examples=he was a model of polite restraint
8. definition=great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity | examples=a good command of French
9. definition=a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine | examples=the speed controller on his turntable was not working properly
10. definition=a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance
11. definition=the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc. | examples=they wanted to repeal all the legislation that imposed economic controls

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when <t>control</t> of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word is "control" in the context of "control of that body changed party hands".
This refers to the political control, meaning the power to direct or determine, or the state of having power over another, or the activity of managing.
Let's look at the senses:
1. definition=power to direct or determine | examples=under control
2. definition=a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another | examples=measures for the control of disease
3. definition=(physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc
4. definition=a standard against which other conditions can be compared
5. definition=the activity of managing or exerting control over something
6. definition=the state that exists when one person or group has power over another | examples=her apparent dominance of her husband... (Wait, dominance is the example, but the definition is "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another". Let's check WordNet.
WordNet senses for "control":
1. control, dominance (the state that exists when one person or group has power over another) -> "her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her"
2. control (the activity of managing or exerting control over something) -> "the control of the mob by the police was admirable"
3. control (the state of being controlled) -> wait, no.
Let's check the exact WordNet synsets for "control" (noun):
1. control (power to direct or determine) "under control"
2. control (a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another) "measures for the control and supervision of public libraries" "controls on insider trading"
3. control, dominance (the state that exists when one person or group has power over another) "her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her"
Wait, if it's "control of that body changed party hands", it means the political power to direct or determine.
Could it be 1? "power to direct or determine".
Let's check WordNet noun senses for "control":
S: (n) control (power to direct or determine) "under control"
S: (n) control, dominance (the state that exists when one person or group has power over another) "her apparent dominance..."
S: (n) control, ascendance, ascendence, ascendancy, ascendency, dominance (the state that exists when one person or group has power over another) -> wait, "control" is a synonym for dominance.
Let's check the sense: "control of that body changed party hands". This means the party that has the power to direct or determine the Senate changed.
Sense 1: power to direct or determine.
Sense 6: the state that exists when one person or group has power over another.

Let's rethink: "when control of that body changed party hands" -> "control" here means the power to direct or determine.
Let's check the examples for Sense 1: "under control".
What about "control" as in "political control"?
"Republicans gained control of the Senate". This is Sense 1: power to direct or determine.
Let's check Sense 6: "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another". Example: "her apparent dominance...". This sense is usually "dominance" or "control" in a personal relationship.
Sense 1 is "power to direct or determine".

Wait, let's look at the actual WordNet definitions.
Noun:
1. control (power to direct or determine) "under control"
2. control (a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another) "measures for the control and supervision of public libraries" "controls on insider trading"
3. control (discipline in personal and social activities) "he was a model of polite restraint" "she'd never been one to let her admiration of him show" -> wait, restraint.
4. control, dominance (the state that exists when one person or group has power over another) "her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her"
5. control (the activity of managing or exerting control over something) "the control of the mob by the police was admirable"
6. control (the state of being controlled) "he lost control of the car" -> wait, "he lost control of the car" is usually power to direct.
Wait, let's look at the provided list:
1. definition=power to direct or determine | examples=under control
2. definition=a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another | examples=measures for the control of disease
3. definition=(physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc | examples=the timing and control of his movements were unimpaired
4. definition=a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment | examples=the control condition was inappropriate for the conclusions he wished to draw
5. definition=the activity of managing or exerting control over something | examples=the control of the mob by the police was admirable
6. definition=the state that exists when one person or group has power over another | examples=her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her
7. definition=discipline in personal and social activities | examples=he was a model of polite restraint
8. definition=great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity | examples=a good command of French
9. definition=a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine | examples=the speed controller on his turntable was not working properly
10. definition=a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance
11. definition=the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc. | examples=they wanted to repeal all the legislation that imposed economic controls

"when control of that body changed party hands" -> "control" means the power to direct or determine the proceedings of the Senate.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate. "power to direct or determine".
Let's double check if it could be 6. "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another". In politics, one party has power over the body. But "power to direct or determine" fits "control of that body" perfectly. The body is directed and determined by the majority party.
Also, the second use of control in the sentence: "disproportionate control Democrats exercise... over other resources". That would be Sense 5 (the activity of managing or exerting control over something) or Sense 1. But the target is the first one: "when <t>control</t> of that body changed party hands".
I will output 1.
Let's consider "control" in "control of the Senate".
WordNet: "control" (power to direct or determine). Example: "under control".
Another synset: "control, dominance" (the state that exists when one person or group has power over another).
"control of that body" -> "power to direct or determine".

I am confident it is 1.
Let's review Sense 1 again: "power to direct or determine".
Sense 6: "the state that exists when one person or group has power over another".
In the context of the Senate, a political body, the majority party has the power to direct or determine its actions, agenda, etc. Thus, Sense 1 is the best fit.
Another example of Sense 1: "The company is under the control of the new CEO." -> power to direct or determine.
"Control of the Senate changed party hands." -> power to direct or determine.
Result: 1.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that <t>body</t> changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the entire structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) | examples=he felt as if his whole body were on fire
2. definition=a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity | examples=the whole body filed out of the auditorium
3. definition=a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person | examples=they found the body in the lake
4. definition=an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects | examples=heavenly body
5. definition=the body excluding the head and neck and limbs | examples=they moved their arms and legs and bodies
6. definition=a collection of particulars considered as a system | examples=a body of law
7. definition=the property of holding together and retaining its shape | examples=wool has more body than rayon
8. definition=the central message of a communication | examples=the body of the message was short
9. definition=the main mass of a thing
10. definition=a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin)
11. definition=the external structure of a vehicle | examples=the body of the car was badly rusted

reasoning_content:
The sentence uses the word "body" in the context of "control of that body changed party hands", referring to the Senate.
The Senate is a legislative body, which is a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity.
Let's check the senses:
1. entire structure of an organism
2. a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity
3. a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person
4. an individual 3-dimensional object
5. the body excluding the head...
6. a collection of particulars considered as a system
7. the property of holding together
8. the central message
9. the main mass
10. resonating chamber
11. external structure of a vehicle

Sense 2 matches "the Senate" as a "body" (a group of persons).
Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
Double check: " Senate ... control of that body changed party hands". Yes, Senate is a legislative body, a group of people. Sense 2.
Return only the number.
Number: 2.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed <t>party</t> hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=an organization to gain political power | examples=in 1992 Perot tried to organize a third party at the national level
2. definition=a group of people gathered together for pleasure | examples=she joined the party after dinner
3. definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | examples=they organized a party to search for food
4. definition=an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment | examples=he planned a party to celebrate Bastille Day
5. definition=a person involved in legal proceedings | examples=the party of the first part

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "party" as used in the provided sentence.
The sentence is: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed <t>party</t> hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word "party" is used in the context of "changed party hands" and "Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status". This clearly refers to a political party.

Let's look at the senses:
1. an organization to gain political power
2. a group of people gathered together for pleasure
3. a band of people associated temporarily in some activity
4. an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment
5. a person involved in legal proceedings

Sense 1 fits perfectly (political party).

Therefore, the correct sense number is 1.
I will return only the number 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, <t>reveals</t> that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=make visible | examples=Summer brings out bright clothes
2. definition=make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret | examples=The auction house would not disclose the price at which the van Gogh had sold
3. definition=disclose directly or through prophets | examples=God rarely reveal his plans for Mankind

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, <t>reveals</t> that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word "reveals" here means "shows" or "demonstrates" or "makes known" based on an examination.
Let's look at the senses:
1. make visible (e.g., Summer brings out bright clothes) -> Wait, "reveal" as in "make visible" or "show".
2. make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret (e.g., disclose, divulge).
3. disclose directly or through prophets (e.g., divine revelation).

Wait, the sentence uses "reveals" in the sense of "shows" or "makes known" (but not necessarily a secret). Is it sense 1 or 2?
Actually, WordNet sense for "reveal":
- reveal, uncover, bring out, make visible: make visible. "Summer brings out bright clothes" (Wait, "bring out" is the example here).
- reveal, disclose, bring out, uncover, expose, divulge: make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret.
- reveal: disclose directly or through prophets.

Wait, looking at the context: "An examination ... reveals that..."
This means it shows or demonstrates.
Could it be sense 1? "make visible" -> "reveal" as in "the study reveals that..."
Wait, if it's "make known to the public", it's usually about secrets.
Let's check WordNet for "reveal":
Sense 1: disclose, bring out, reveal, expose, divulge, break, give away, let out, unwrap, discover, lay bare (make known to the public...) -> wait, the examples in the prompt are:
Sense 1: make visible | Summer brings out bright clothes (This is actually WordNet sense for "bring out" or "reveal"? No, WordNet 3.0:
reveal (make visible) "Summer brings out bright clothes"
reveal, disclose, bring out, uncover, expose, divulge (make known to the public...)
reveal (disclose directly or through prophets)

Wait, "An examination ... reveals that..." -> Is it Sense 1 or Sense 2?
If it's an examination revealing a fact, it's not a secret being divulged, it's just making a fact visible/apparent.
Wait, "reveal" in the sense of "show" or "demonstrate" (e.g., "The study reveals that...").
In WordNet, "reveal" (make visible) has synonyms like "show", "display"? No, "reveal" (make visible) -> "The curtain revealed the painting".
Wait, does "reveal" mean "make known" in the sense of Sense 2? "make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few..."
Actually, in SemCor, "The study reveals that..." is often mapped to the "make known" sense or "make visible" sense?
Let's consider "reveal" as "show" or "make apparent".
WordNet senses for reveal:
1. make visible: "Summer brings out bright clothes" (Wait, the lemma is 'bring out' or 'reveal'?)
2. make known to the public information... "The auction house would not disclose..." (lemma: disclose, divulge, etc. wait, the prompt says "reveal" is the target word, but the example uses "disclose").
3. disclose directly or through prophets.

Let's rethink: "An examination ... reveals that..."
Is it sense 1 or 2?
"reveal" as in "make known" vs "make visible".
Often, "reveals that" is mapped to Sense 2 (make known) or Sense 1 (make visible)?
Let's look at the definition of Sense 1: "make visible".
Definition of Sense 2: "make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret".
An examination of changes... reveals that...
This doesn't seem to be about a secret. It's about making a fact apparent/visible.
Wait! Maybe it's Sense 1? "make visible" can be metaphorical, like "make apparent".
But wait, what about the sense "reveal, disclose, bring out..."?
Let's search for similar sentences in SemCor. "The study reveals that..." -> often tagged as sense 2 (make known) or sense 1?
Actually, "reveal" in "The data reveals..." is usually Sense 1 (make visible / show) or Sense 2?
Wait, if Sense 2 strictly requires "previously known only to a few... or meant to be kept a secret", then an examination of public Senate staffing decisions is NOT a secret. So it must be Sense 1 (make visible / apparent).

Let's check the exact WordNet definitions.
reveal (verb)
1. make visible: "Summer brings out bright clothes" -> Wait, this is 'bring out'. Is 'reveal' in this synset? Yes, reveal, uncover, bring out... wait, no. The synset for "make visible" is `reveal, uncover, bring out`? No, `bring out, reveal`?
Let's check WordNet 3.1:
Synset 1: `reveal, uncover, bring out` (make visible)
Synset 2: `reveal, disclose, bring out, uncover, expose, divulge` (make known to the public...)
Synset 3: `reveal` (disclose directly or through prophets)

If the sentence is "An examination... reveals that...", it means "shows" or "makes apparent". This aligns with "make visible" (metaphorically).
Wait, could it be Sense 2? "make known to the public..." - the examination makes it known to the public. But was it previously known only to a few or meant to be kept a secret? Not necessarily.
Let's consider if "reveal" in academic contexts ("Table 1 reveals that...", "The analysis reveals that...") is mapped to Sense 1 or Sense 2.
Usually, it's mapped to Sense 1 (make visible / show) because it's not a secret.
Wait, let's look at the options again.
1. definition=make visible | examples=Summer brings out bright clothes
2. definition=make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret | examples=The auction house would not disclose the price at which the van Gogh had sold
3. definition=disclose directly or through prophets | examples=God rarely reveal his plans for Mankind

I will bet on Sense 1, as "reveals that" in the context of an examination showing a result is making it visible/apparent, not uncovering a secret.
Wait, let me double check if "reveal" in "The study reveals" is Sense 2.
Often, NLP datasets (like WordNet sense disambiguation) map "The study reveals" to the "make known" sense if they don't strictly apply the "secret" constraint, but WordNet's gloss explicitly says "previously known only to a few... or meant to be kept a secret".
Let's think if there's any other sense. What about "reveal" as in "make visible"? "The X-ray revealed a tumor." -> make visible. "The examination revealed that..." -> make visible/apparent.
I'll go with 1.

Wait, is it possible that "reveals" is Sense 2? "make known to the public..." The paper is publishing it, thus making it known to the public. But the "secret" part makes it less likely.
Let's choose 1.
Actually, in the SemCor dataset, "reveal" used as "show" or "indicate" (e.g., "The results reveal...") is often tagged as sense 1 (make visible).
Let's confirm: 1.
I will output 1.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the <t>personal</t> staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality | examples=a personal favor
2. definition=particular to a given individual
3. definition=of or arising from personality | examples=personal magnetism
4. definition=intimately concerning a person's body or physical being | examples=personal hygiene
5. definition=indicating grammatical person | examples=personal verb endings

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the <t>personal</t> staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."
The target word is "personal" in "personal staffing differences".
Wait, "personal staffing" refers to the staff employed directly by a particular individual (a Senator), as opposed to committee staff.
Let's check the senses:
1. concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
2. particular to a given individual
3. of or arising from personality
4. intimately concerning a person's body or physical being
5. indicating grammatical person

"personal staffing" means staffing particular to a given individual (the Senator's own staff, as opposed to committee staff).
Sense 2: "particular to a given individual".
Let's check if there is a better fit.
"personal staffing" -> staff particular to a given individual (Senator).
Sense 1: concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life... No, it's not about private life.
Sense 2: particular to a given individual. Yes, "personal staff" vs "committee staff". Committee staff is for the committee, personal staff is for the individual member.
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.

Let me double check WordNet definitions for "personal".
Sense 1: concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality (a personal favor, personal belongings)
Sense 2: particular to a given individual (personal staff, personal physician)
Sense 3: of or arising from personality (personal magnetism)
Sense 4: intimately concerning a person's body or physical being (personal hygiene)
Sense 5: indicating grammatical person (personal verb endings)

Yes, "personal staff" or "personal staffing" falls under Sense 2: particular to a given individual.
The sentence explicitly contrasts "personal staffing" with "committee staff". Committee staff belongs to the committee, while personal staff belongs to the individual Senator. Thus, "particular to a given individual" is the exact meaning.

Number: 2.
I will return 2.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing <t>differences</t> noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=the quality of being unlike or dissimilar | examples=there are many differences between jazz and rock
2. definition=a variation that deviates from the standard or norm | examples=the deviation from the mean
3. definition=a disagreement or argument about something important | examples=he had a dispute with his wife
4. definition=a significant change | examples=the difference in her is amazing
5. definition=the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "difference" as used in the provided sentence.
Sentence: "...reveals that the personal staffing <t>differences</t> noted in the table can not be attributed to..."

Senses:
1. the quality of being unlike or dissimilar (e.g., differences between jazz and rock)
2. a variation that deviates from the standard or norm (e.g., deviation from the mean)
3. a disagreement or argument about something important
4. a significant change (e.g., the difference in her is amazing)
5. the number that remains after subtraction

In the sentence, "personal staffing differences noted in the table" refers to the variations or discrepancies in the numbers of personal staff, likely comparing Democrats and Republicans, or comparing 1986 and 1987. It refers to the numerical differences or the dissimilarities in staffing levels. Wait, "differences" here means the numerical difference (subtraction) or just the dissimilarities/variations?
Let's look at the options.
"differences noted in the table" -> The table probably shows numbers of staff for different parties or years, and the "differences" are the variations or the numerical differences.
Wait, "difference" in WordNet:
1. difference, difference of opinion, dispute, difference (a disagreement or argument about something important) -> Sense 3
2. difference (a significant change) -> Sense 4
3. difference (the quality of being unlike or dissimilar) -> Sense 1
4. difference (a variation that deviates from the standard or norm) -> Sense 2
5. remainder, difference (the number that remains after subtraction...) -> Sense 5

Wait, could it be 1? "there are many differences between jazz and rock".
Or 5? "the number that remains after subtraction". In tables, "differences" often means the subtracted values. But "personal staffing differences" could just mean the dissimilarities in staffing.
Let's consider "personal staffing differences". It means the differences (discrepancies, dissimilarities) in personal staffing.
Is it Sense 1? "the quality of being unlike or dissimilar".
Let's check WordNet examples for Sense 1: "there are many differences between jazz and rock".
Wait, could it be Sense 2? "a variation that deviates from the standard or norm".
Could it be Sense 5? "the number that remains after subtraction".

Let's read the sentence again: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions... reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise..."
The "differences" are the differences in staffing levels between Democrats and Republicans. This is a dissimilarity or disparity.
Usually, "differences" in this context (differences between groups) maps to Sense 1 (the quality of being unlike or dissimilar).
Wait, "disparity" or "difference".
Let's check if there is a better fit.
Sense 1: the quality of being unlike or dissimilar.
Sense 2: a variation that deviates from the standard or norm. (deviation, variance, difference).
Sense 5: the number that remains after subtraction.

Often, "differences" between groups in a table refers to Sense 1 (unlike or dissimilar). "there are differences in staffing".
Let's search for similar SemCor sentences.
"the differences between the two groups" -> Sense 1.
"the difference in their ages" -> Sense 1 or 5?
I'll bet on Sense 1.

Wait, looking at the exact phrase "personal staffing differences noted in the table". The table notes differences (i.e., disparities, dissimilarities) in staffing.
Sense 1: "the quality of being unlike or dissimilar"
Let's choose 1.
Wait, could it be 1? Yes.
Let me double check Sense 1 vs Sense 2. Sense 2 is "deviation from the mean" (like in statistics). Here it's comparing two parties, so it's not a deviation from a norm, it's a dissimilarity between two things. So Sense 1.

Let's review the definition of Sense 1: "the quality of being unlike or dissimilar".
Example: "there are many differences between jazz and rock"
Sentence: "...personal staffing differences noted in the table..." -> differences in staffing (between Democrats and Republicans). This is Sense 1.

I will output 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences <t>noted</t> in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=make mention of | examples=She observed that his presentation took up too much time
2. definition=notice or perceive | examples=She noted that someone was following her
3. definition=observe with care or pay close attention to | examples=Take note of this chemical reaction
4. definition=make a written note of | examples=she noted everything the teacher said that morning

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences <t>noted</t> in the table can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff."

The word is "noted".
Context: "...the personal staffing differences noted in the table..."
Meaning: mentioned, recorded, or indicated in the table.
Let's look at the senses:
1. make mention of (She observed that his presentation took up too much time) -> wait, "observe" is in the example, but definition is "make mention of". Wait, WordNet sense for "note" (mention, note, observe, remark): "make mention of".
2. notice or perceive (She noted that someone was following her)
3. observe with care or pay close attention to (Take note of this chemical reaction)
4. make a written note of (she noted everything the teacher said that morning)

In the context "differences noted in the table", it means "mentioned" or "indicated" or "recorded".
Wait, WordNet synsets for "note":
- note, observe, mention, remark (make mention of) "She observed that his presentation took up too much time"; "They noted that it was a fine day"
- note, mark (notice or perceive) "She noted that someone was following her"
- note, take note (observe with care or pay close attention to) "Take note of this chemical reaction"
- note (make a written note of) "she noted everything the teacher said that morning"

"differences noted in the table" -> mentioned in the table. So Sense 1.
Let's double check. If something is "noted in the table", it is mentioned or indicated in the table.
Sense 1: make mention of.
Sense 4: make a written note of. (Usually means taking notes, like writing them down in a notebook).
Sense 1 fits best for "mentioned/indicated". "The differences noted in the table" = "The differences mentioned in the table".

Let's check if there's any other sense. "noted" as in "well-known" (e.g., a noted scholar). Not an option here.
So it is Sense 1.

Wait, looking at Sense 1 examples: "She observed that his presentation took up too much time". The definition is "make mention of".
Yes, "mention" is the core meaning here. The table mentions/shows the differences.

Let's confirm Sense 1.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the <t>table</t> can not be attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | examples=see table 1
2. definition=a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs | examples=it was a sturdy table
3. definition=a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it | examples=I reserved a table at my favorite restaurant
4. definition=flat tableland with steep edges | examples=the tribe was relatively safe on the mesa but they had to descend into the valley for water
5. definition=a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game | examples=he entertained the whole table with his witty remarks
6. definition=food or meals in general | examples=she sets a fine table

reasoning_content:
The sentence uses the word "table" in the context of "the personal staffing differences noted in the <t>table</t>".
This refers to a set of data arranged in rows and columns, where differences are noted.
Sense 1: a set of data arranged in rows and columns.
Sense 2: furniture.
Sense 3: furniture with tableware.
Sense 4: flat tableland.
Sense 5: company of people.
Sense 6: food or meals.

Clearly, Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: An examination of changes in personal staffing decisions in the Senate between 1986 and 1987 -LRB- when control of that body changed party hands -RRB-, moreover, reveals that the personal staffing differences noted in the table can not be <t>attributed</t> to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise, due to their majority - party status, over other resources such as committee staff.

Senses:
1. definition=attribute or credit to | examples=We attributed this quotation to Shakespeare
2. definition=decide as to where something belongs in a scheme | examples=The biologist assigned the mushroom to the proper class

reasoning_content:
The sentence uses the word "attributed" in the context of "attributed to the disproportionate control Democrats exercise".
This means "credited to" or "ascribed to" or "caused by".
Sense 1: attribute or credit to (e.g., We attributed this quotation to Shakespeare; also used for causes: attributed the success to hard work).
Sense 2: decide as to where something belongs in a scheme (e.g., assigned the mushroom to the proper class).

The sentence means the staffing differences cannot be ascribed/credited/caused by the disproportionate control.
This matches Sense 1.

Let's double check.
"attribute to" -> ascribe to, credit to.
Sense 1 definition: "attribute or credit to".
Sense 2 definition: "decide as to where something belongs in a scheme" (this is more like "assign" or "classify").

Therefore, Sense 1 is correct.
Return only the number: 1.
End of thought.