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

Sentence: The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and <t>running</t> for re-election in 1982.

Senses:
1. definition=move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time | examples=Don't run--you'll be out of breath
2. definition=flee; take to one's heels; cut and run | examples=If you see this man, run!
3. definition=stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point | examples=Service runs all the way to Cranbury
4. definition=direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. | examples=She is running a relief operation in the Sudan
5. definition=have a particular form | examples=the story or argument runs as follows
6. definition=move along, of liquids | examples=Water flowed into the cave
7. definition=perform as expected when applied | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
8. definition=change or be different within limits | examples=Estimates for the losses in the earthquake range as high as $2 billion
9. definition=run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year?
10. definition=cause to emit recorded audio or video | examples=They ran the tapes over and over again
11. definition=move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way | examples=who are these people running around in the building?
12. definition=have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined | examples=She tends to be nervous before her lectures
13. definition=be operating, running or functioning | examples=The car is still running--turn it off!
14. definition=change from one state to another | examples=run amok
15. definition=cause to perform | examples=run a subject
16. definition=be affected by; be subjected to | examples=run a temperature
17. definition=continue to exist | examples=These stories die hard
18. definition=occur persistently | examples=Musical talent runs in the family
19. definition=carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine | examples=Run the dishwasher
20. definition=include as the content; broadcast or publicize | examples=We ran the ad three times
21. definition=carry out | examples=run an errand
22. definition=pass over, across, or through | examples=He ran his eyes over her body
23. definition=cause something to pass or lead somewhere | examples=Run the wire behind the cabinet
24. definition=make without a miss
25. definition=deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor
26. definition=cause an animal to move fast | examples=run the dogs
27. definition=be diffused | examples=These dyes and colors are guaranteed not to run
28. definition=sail before the wind
29. definition=cover by running; run a certain distance | examples=She ran 10 miles that day
30. definition=extend or continue for a certain period of time | examples=The film runs 5 hours
31. definition=set animals loose to graze
32. definition=keep company | examples=the heifers run with the bulls to produce offspring
33. definition=run with the ball; in such sports as football
34. definition=travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means | examples=Run to the store!
35. definition=travel a route regularly | examples=Ships ply the waters near the coast
36. definition=pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) | examples=Goering often hunted wild boars in Poland
37. definition=compete in a race | examples=he is running the Marathon this year
38. definition=progress by being changed | examples=The speech has to go through several more drafts
39. definition=reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating | examples=melt butter
40. definition=come unraveled or undone as if by snagging | examples=Her nylons were running
41. definition=become undone | examples=the sweater unraveled

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and <t>running</t> for re-election in 1982."
The word "running" is used in the context of "running for re-election", which means competing for an office or position.
Looking at the senses:
Sense 9: definition=run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year?
This perfectly matches "running for re-election".

Let's double check.
Sense 9 is the correct one.
Number: 9.
I will return only 9.


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

Sentence: Because these <t>freshmen</t> placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=a first-year undergraduate
2. definition=any new participant in some activity

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reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Because these <t>freshmen</t> placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."
The word is "freshmen".
Context: "partisan role", "national policy making", "vulnerable to defeat". This refers to newly elected members of Congress (freshman representatives/senators).
Sense 1: a first-year undergraduate. (Incorrect, this is about politics/national policy making).
Sense 2: any new participant in some activity. (Correct, newly elected politicians are "freshmen" in Congress).

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
Double check: Is "freshman" in Congress considered "any new participant in some activity"? Yes, a freshman member of Congress is a new participant in the legislative activity/body.

Let's confirm WordNet senses for freshman:
1. freshman, first-year student (a first-year undergraduate)
2. freshman, newbie, newby, entrant (any new participant in some activity)

Sense 2 fits perfectly.
Number: 2.
End of thought.

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

Sentence: Because these freshmen <t>placed</t> far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=put into a certain place or abstract location | examples=Put your things here
2. definition=place somebody in a particular situation or location | examples=he was placed on probation
3. definition=assign a rank or rating to | examples=how would you rank these students?
4. definition=assign a location to | examples=The company located some of their agents in Los Angeles
5. definition=to arrange for | examples=place a phone call
6. definition=take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal | examples=Jerry came in third in the Marathon
7. definition=intend (something) to move towards a certain goal | examples=He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face
8. definition=recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something | examples=She identified the man on the 'wanted' poster
9. definition=assign to (a job or a home)
10. definition=locate | examples=The film is set in Africa
11. definition=estimate | examples=We put the time of arrival at 8 P.M.
12. definition=identify the location or place of | examples=We localized the source of the infection
13. definition=make an investment | examples=Put money into bonds
14. definition=assign to a station
15. definition=finish second or better in a horse or dog race | examples=he bet $2 on number six to place
16. definition=sing a note with the correct pitch

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Because these freshmen <t>placed</t> far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."
The word is "placed".
The context is "placed far more emphasis on".
Let's look at the senses:
1. put into a certain place or abstract location (e.g., Put your things here; place emphasis on)
Wait, "place emphasis on" means to put emphasis on. "Put into a certain place or abstract location" fits "place emphasis". Let's check other options.
Could it be 1? "put into a certain place or abstract location". Emphasis is an abstract concept. "Place emphasis" = "put emphasis".
Let's see if there's a better one.
2. place somebody in a particular situation
3. assign a rank
4. assign a location
5. arrange for
6. take a place in competition
7. intend to move towards a goal (aim)
8. recognize as being
9. assign to a job
10. locate
11. estimate
12. identify location
13. make investment
14. assign to station
15. finish second
16. sing a note

"place emphasis" -> "put emphasis". Sense 1: "put into a certain place or abstract location". Example: "Put your things here". In WordNet, "put" or "place" can mean "put into a certain place or abstract location". "Place emphasis on" is a classic example of abstract location.
Let's double check WordNet senses for "place".
Sense 1: put into a certain place or abstract location; "Put your things here"; "Set the tray down"; "Set the dogs on the scent of the missing children"; "Place emphasis on a certain point" -> Yes! "Place emphasis on" is literally an example for this sense in WordNet.
Wait, let me verify if "Place emphasis on a certain point" is an example for Sense 1.
WordNet verb "place":
1. put, set, place, pose, set, lay - put into a certain place or abstract location; "Put your things here"; "Set the tray down"; "Set the dogs on the scent of the missing children"; "Place emphasis on a certain point"

Yes, Sense 1 is exactly "put into a certain place or abstract location".
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more <t>emphasis</t> on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=special importance or significance | examples=the red light gave the central figure increased emphasis
2. definition=intensity or forcefulness of expression | examples=the vehemence of his denial
3. definition=special and significant stress by means of position or repetition e.g.
4. definition=the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) | examples=he put the stress on the wrong syllable

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Because these freshmen placed far more <t>emphasis</t> on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."
The word is "emphasis".
Senses:
1. special importance or significance (e.g., the red light gave the central figure increased emphasis; placed emphasis on...)
2. intensity or forcefulness of expression (e.g., vehemence)
3. special and significant stress by means of position or repetition
4. relative prominence of a syllable or musical note

In the sentence, "placed far more emphasis on their partisan role" means they gave it special importance or significance.
Therefore, sense 1 is the correct match.

Let's double check.
"place emphasis on" -> give special importance to.
Sense 1: "special importance or significance"
Sense 2: "intensity or forcefulness of expression"
Sense 3: "special and significant stress by means of position or repetition"
Sense 4: "relative prominence of a syllable..."

Clearly Sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "role" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan <t>role</t> -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | examples=the function of a teacher
2. definition=an actor's portrayal of someone in a play | examples=she played the part of Desdemona
3. definition=what something is used for | examples=the function of an auger is to bore holes
4. definition=normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting | examples=what is your role on the team?

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan <t>role</t> -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."
The word is "role".
The senses are:
1. the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group (function of a teacher)
2. an actor's portrayal of someone in a play
3. what something is used for (function of an auger)
4. normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting (what is your role on the team?)

In the sentence, "partisan role" refers to the actions and activities expected of them as partisans (or their function/duty in that capacity). Wait, sense 1 is "the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group". Sense 4 is "normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting".
Let's look at the phrasing: "partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making". This refers to their function or duty.
WordNet senses for "role":
1. role, function, office, part (the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group) "the function of a teacher"; "the government must do its part"; "play its role"
2. role, theatrical role, part, character (an actor's portrayal of someone in a play)
3. function, purpose, role, use (what something is used for)
4. role (normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting) "what is your role on the team?"

"partisan role" relates to their function or duty in national policy making. "actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group".
Is it sense 1 or 4?
Sense 1: "the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group"
Sense 4: "normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting"

"partisan role ... in national policy making" -> this sounds like sense 1 (function/duty). The freshmen (a group) have a partisan role (activities expected of them).
Let's consider "partisan role". Partisan is an adjective here, but it means the role of a partisan.
Often, "role" in a political or organizational context maps to sense 1.
Let's check the examples. Sense 1: "the function of a teacher", "the government must do its part", "play its role".
Sense 4: "what is your role on the team?"
In the sentence, "these freshmen" (a group of politicians). Their "partisan role" is "spreading the Reagan revolution". This is the activity expected of them. Sense 1 fits best.

Let's double check.
Sense 1: role, function, office, part
Sense 4: role
The sentence uses "role" to mean "function" or "duty". "placed far more emphasis on their partisan role". Sense 1 is the most appropriate.
I will return 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- <t>spreading</t> the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=distribute or disperse widely | examples=The invaders spread their language all over the country
2. definition=become distributed or widespread | examples=the infection spread
3. definition=spread across or over | examples=A big oil spot spread across the water
4. definition=spread out or open from a closed or folded state | examples=open the map
5. definition=cause to become widely known | examples=spread information
6. definition=become widely known and passed on | examples=the rumor spread
7. definition=strew or distribute over an area | examples=He spread fertilizer over the lawn
8. definition=move outward | examples=The soldiers fanned out
9. definition=cover by spreading something over | examples=spread the bread with cheese
10. definition=distribute over a surface in a layer | examples=spread cheese on a piece of bread

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."
The word is "spreading".
Context: "spreading the Reagan revolution". They are distributing or dispersing the ideas/revolution widely, or causing it to become widely known.
Let's look at the senses:
1. distribute or disperse widely (The invaders spread their language all over the country)
2. become distributed or widespread (the infection spread)
3. spread across or over (A big oil spot spread across the water)
4. spread out or open from a closed or folded state
5. cause to become widely known (spread information)
6. become widely known and passed on (the rumor spread)
7. strew or distribute over an area
8. move outward
9. cover by spreading something over
10. distribute over a surface in a layer

"spreading the Reagan revolution" -> spreading an ideology, a movement, a revolution. This aligns with "distribute or disperse widely" (like spreading a language, spreading a religion, spreading a revolution) or "cause to become widely known" (spread information).
Wait, "spread the Reagan revolution" is transitive.
Sense 1: distribute or disperse widely. Example: The invaders spread their language all over the country.
Sense 5: cause to become widely known. Example: spread information.

Is "revolution" more like "language" (Sense 1) or "information" (Sense 5)?
Usually, spreading a revolution, spreading a movement, spreading a religion, spreading a language are all Sense 1 (distribute or disperse widely).
Let's check WordNet for "spread".
Sense 1: spread, distribute (distribute or disperse widely) "The invaders spread their language all over the country"
Sense 2: spread (become distributed or widespread) "the infection spread"
Sense 3: spread (spread across or over) "A big oil spot spread across the water"
Sense 5: spread, circulate, circularize, circularise, distribute, disseminate, propagate, broadcast, diffuse, disperse, spread around (cause to become widely known) "spread information"
Sense 6: spread (become widely known and passed on) "the rumor spread"

Wait, "spread the revolution" - revolution is an abstract concept, like language or religion. "Spread their language" is Sense 1.
Could it be Sense 1? Yes.
Let's consider Sense 1 vs Sense 5.
Sense 1: distribute or disperse widely.
Sense 5: cause to become widely known (circulate, broadcast, disseminate).
Spreading a revolution implies expanding its influence, dispersing it widely. "distribute or disperse widely" fits "spread their language". "spread the Reagan revolution" is very similar to "spread their language".
Therefore, Sense 1 is the best fit.

Let me double check the exact WordNet synsets.
Synset 1: spread, distribute (distribute or disperse widely) "The invaders spread their language all over the country"
Synset 2: spread, propagate (become distributed or widespread)
Synset 5: circulate, circularize, circularise, distribute, disseminate, propagate, broadcast, diffuse, disperse, spread, spread around (cause to become widely known) "spread information"

"spreading the Reagan revolution" -> spreading an ideology/political movement.
I'll go with 1.
Wait, let's think if 1 is definitely the intended sense for "spreading a revolution".
"The invaders spread their language all over the country"
"spreading the Reagan revolution"
Yes, it's about dispersing it widely across the country / political spectrum.

Let's review Sense 1 again. "distribute or disperse widely".
Sense 5: "cause to become widely known". You spread information, rumors, news. A revolution is more than just information; it's a movement or a set of practices/ideologies, akin to a language.

I will output 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan <t>revolution</t> -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

Senses:
1. definition=a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving | examples=the industrial revolution was also a cultural revolution
2. definition=the overthrow of a government by those who are governed
3. definition=a single complete turn (axial or orbital) | examples=the plane made three rotations before it crashed

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan <t>revolution</t> -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."
The word is "revolution".
The context is "spreading the Reagan revolution".
The Reagan revolution refers to the drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving (conservative shift in US politics).
Let's check the senses:
1. a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving
2. the overthrow of a government by those who are governed
3. a single complete turn

Sense 1 fits best, as it refers to a political/cultural shift or change in thinking/behaving, not an overthrow of a government by the governed (Reagan was elected, not an overthrow).

Let's double check. WordNet defines "revolution" sense 1 as "a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving" (e.g., "the industrial revolution was also a cultural revolution"). The "Reagan revolution" is exactly this kind of change in political thinking and policy.
Therefore, sense 1 is correct.
Return only the number: 1.
End of thought.


[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: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in <t>national</t> policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

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 user wants me to identify the correct sense of the word "national" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in <t>national</t> policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."

Senses:
1. of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country (national hero)
2. limited to or in the interests of a particular nation (national interests)
3. concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country (the national government)
4. owned or maintained for the public by the national government (national parks)
5. inside the country
6. characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation (a national trait)
7. of or relating to nationality (national origin)

"national policy making" -> policy making that applies to the entire nation/country.
Sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country" -> "the national government", "national policy".
Let's check Sense 1: "of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country".
"national policy" usually refers to policy at the national level (as opposed to state or local). Sense 3 captures "applicable to or belonging to an entire nation".
Wait, WordNet senses for "national":
1. national (of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country) "national hero"
2. national (limited to or in the interests of a particular nation) "national interests"
3. national (concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country) "the national government", "national health service", "national policy"
Let's check if "national policy" is an example for sense 3. Yes, "national policy" is often associated with sense 3. Wait, "national policy making" -> "national government" is sense 3.
Let's re-read the senses carefully.
Sense 3: concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country | examples=the national government; a national healthcare system; national policy. (Wait, let me just trust Sense 3 for "national policy making" as it implies the scope is the entire nation, i.e., federal level).
Actually, WordNet:
Sense 1: of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country. "national hero"
Sense 2: limited to or in the interests of a particular nation. "national interests"
Sense 3: concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country. "the national government", "national airlines"
Sense 4: owned or maintained for the public by the national government. "national parks"

In the context of US politics (freshmen, Reagan revolution, partisan role), "national policy making" refers to the federal/national level of government, as opposed to state or local. Thus, it applies to the entire nation. Sense 3 is the best fit.

Let's double check.
"national policy making" -> policy making at the national level.
Sense 3: "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country"

Let's review Sense 1 vs Sense 3.
Sense 1: "national hero", "national anthem".
Sense 3: "national government", "national election", "national policy".
Yes, Sense 3 is correct for government/political scope applying to the whole country.

Therefore, the answer is 3.
There is no ambiguity.
I will return 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: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national <t>policy</t> making, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

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 user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "policy" as used in the provided sentence.

Sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national <t>policy</t> making, they were more vulnerable to defeat."

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

Analysis:
The sentence refers to "national policy making" in the context of "partisan role" and "spreading the Reagan revolution" (government/politics).
Sense 1: general plan of action.
Sense 2: line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government. Wait, WordNet definitions for "policy":
1. policy, plan of action (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"

Let's look closely at Sense 2: "a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government". Wait, the sentence says "national policy making". Policy making refers to creating policies (plans of action or government policies).
Actually, "policy" in "national policy making" usually refers to Sense 1 or Sense 2. Let's re-read Sense 1 and 2.
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" - this seems more like "the policy or impolicy" (the wisdom/prudence of an action).
Wait, "national policy making" -> formulation of government policies. Government policies are plans of action.
Let's check WordNet for "policy".
Sense 1: policy, plan of action - a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group; "it was a policy of retribution"
Sense 2: policy - a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government; "they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation"

Is "national policy making" Sense 1 or Sense 2?
Usually, "policy" in "foreign policy", "national policy" is Sense 1 (a plan of action).
Wait, "policy" as a government plan of action is often under Sense 1. Let's check the examples.
"they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation" -> here "policy" means wisdom, prudence, expediency. (from Latin politia / policy).
So Sense 2 is actually "prudence, wisdom, expediency".
Sense 1 is "plan of action". "National policy making" means making plans of action for the nation.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct fit.

Let's double check.
WordNet 3.0:
1. policy, plan of action (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. insurance policy, policy, contract of insurance (written contract or certificate of insurance) "you should have read the small print on your policy"

"national policy making" -> policy here means a plan of action. So Sense 1.

Let's confirm if Sense 1 is definitely the one. Yes, "policy making" means creating plans of action. Sense 2 is about the rationalization or the "impolicy" (lack of wisdom).

I will return 1.
End of thought.


[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: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy <t>making</t>, they were more vulnerable to defeat.

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 user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "making" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy <t>making</t>, they were more vulnerable to defeat."

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

In the sentence, "making" refers to the act of creating or devising national policy ("national policy making").
This aligns with Sense 1: "the act that results in something coming to be" (e.g., the devising of plans).
Sense 2 is about qualifications (e.g., "he has the makings of a great leader").
Sense 3 is about components (e.g., "the makings of a chocolate cake").

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


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

Sentence: Fourth, the theory <t>indicates</t> why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office.

Senses:
1. definition=be a signal for or a symptom of | examples=These symptoms indicate a serious illness
2. definition=indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively | examples=I showed the customer the glove section
3. definition=to state or express briefly | examples=indicated his wishes in a letter
4. definition=give evidence of | examples=The evidence argues for your claim
5. definition=suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine | examples=Tetracycline is indicated in such cases

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Fourth, the theory <t>indicates</t> why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office."
The word is "indicates".
Sense 1: be a signal for or a symptom of.
Sense 2: indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively (show).
Sense 3: to state or express briefly.
Sense 4: give evidence of (argue for, indicate).
Sense 5: suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine.

Wait, looking at WordNet senses for "indicate":
1. indicate, betoken (be a signal for or a symptom of) "These symptoms indicate a serious illness"
2. indicate, point, show (indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively) "I showed the customer the glove section"
3. indicate (to state or express briefly) "indicated his wishes in a letter"
4. argue, indicate (give evidence of) "The evidence argues for your claim"
5. indicate (suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine) "Tetracycline is indicated in such cases"

In the sentence: "the theory indicates why..."
Does it mean "state or express briefly" or "give evidence of" or "be a signal for"?
Actually, "argue, indicate" (give evidence of). Wait, "the theory indicates why..." -> "the theory shows/explains/provides evidence for why..."
Is there another sense? "indicate" as in "point out" or "state"?
Wait, let's look at the options.
"indicate" sense 3: to state or express briefly. Example: indicated his wishes in a letter.
"indicate" sense 4: give evidence of. Example: The evidence argues for your claim. Wait, "argue" is a synonym. "The evidence indicates your claim" -> "argues for".
Could it be 1? "be a signal for or a symptom of". No.
Could it be 2? "indicate a place...". No.
Could it be 3? "state or express briefly". "The theory states why..." - maybe?
Could it be 4? "give evidence of". "The theory gives evidence of why..." - maybe.

Let's rethink: "the theory indicates why..."
In WordNet, "indicate" has these senses:
1. be a signal for or a symptom of
2. indicate a place, direction, person, or thing
3. to state or express briefly
4. give evidence of
5. suggest the necessity of an intervention

Wait, is there a sense "to state or express briefly"? Yes, sense 3.
Is there a sense "give evidence of"? Yes, sense 4.
What about "show" or "demonstrate"?
Let's check the context: "the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time..."
If a theory "indicates" something, it usually means it "shows", "suggests", or "points to".
Wait, does it mean "argue, indicate" (sense 4)? "The evidence argues for your claim". "The theory argues for why..." doesn't sound right.
What about "indicate" as in "state or express"? "The theory states why..." This fits perfectly. "indicated his wishes in a letter" -> "indicates why..."
Wait, if I look up "the theory indicates why", it might be mapped to "state or express briefly" (sense 3) or "give evidence of" (sense 4).
Let's consider "indicate" in the context of academic writing. "The results indicate that..." -> "give evidence of" or "be a signal for"? "These symptoms indicate a serious illness" (Sense 1). "The results indicate a serious problem".
But here it's "the theory indicates why...". A theory doesn't give evidence (data does), a theory explains or states. So sense 3: "to state or express briefly" or maybe just "state".
Wait, could it be 1? "be a signal for or a symptom of". No.
Let's check WordNet for "indicate" sense 3: "state or express briefly".
Sense 4: "give evidence of". Synonyms: argue, indicate.
If the sentence is "the theory indicates why...", "indicate" here means "show" or "state".
Let's search for similar examples in WordNet or SemCor.
"the theory indicates" -> "indicate" as in "show, indicate, point out"? But "show" is sense 2 (indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively). Example: "I showed the customer the glove section". This doesn't fit "the theory indicates why".
Wait, sense 3: "to state or express briefly".
Is there another sense? What about "denote", "mean"? Not listed.
Let's reconsider sense 3 vs sense 4.
"give evidence of" -> "The evidence argues for your claim". "The theory gives evidence of why..." -> doesn't make sense. Theories don't give evidence, they provide explanations.
"state or express briefly" -> "The theory states why..." -> makes sense.
Wait, let's look at the exact definition of Sense 3: "to state or express briefly".
Let's look at Sense 1: "be a signal for or a symptom of".
Could "indicate" here mean "show" or "demonstrate"? In WordNet, "show" is sense 2 ("indicate a place... figuratively"). But the example is "I showed the customer...".
Actually, I lean towards 3. Let's think if there's any other.
Let's search my knowledge base for "the theory indicates why". This looks like a sentence from a corpus, possibly the OANC or Brown or Wikipedia, used in a word sense disambiguation dataset (like WordNet SemCor or similar).
If it's from a standard dataset, "indicate" in "the theory indicates" is often sense 3 (state/express) or sense 4 (give evidence).
Wait, "indicate" can mean "to point out" or "to show".
If we look at Macmillan or Oxford, "indicate" means "to show that something is true or exists". That would be "give evidence of" (Sense 4) or "be a signal for" (Sense 1).
But in WordNet:
Sense 1: indicate, betoken (be a signal for or a symptom of)
Sense 2: indicate, point, show (indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively)
Sense 3: indicate (to state or express briefly)
Sense 4: argue, indicate (give evidence of)
Sense 5: indicate (suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine)

In the sentence: "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office."
Does the theory "give evidence of" why? No, a theory doesn't give evidence.
Does the theory "state or express briefly" why? Yes, a theory can state or express an idea.
Wait, could it be Sense 1? "be a signal for or a symptom of". No.
Could it be Sense 4? "argue, indicate" (give evidence of). "The evidence argues for your claim." Can a theory "argue for" why? "The theory argues why..." - maybe?
What about Sense 3? "indicated his wishes in a letter". "The theory indicates its wishes" - no. "The theory indicates why..." -> "states why".
I will guess 3.

Let me rethink. In many contexts, "indicates" used with "theory", "study", "results" is mapped to "give evidence of" (Sense 4) or "be a signal for" (Sense 1).
Wait! In SemCor, "The study indicates that..." is often Sense 4 (give evidence of) or Sense 1.
But "theory" is not "evidence".
Let's consider "indicate" as "show". Is "show" Sense 2? "indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively". "Figuratively" could mean "show a fact". "The theory shows why..." -> Sense 2? But the example is "I showed the customer the glove section". That's pointing out.
What about "The theory indicates why..." -> "state or express briefly" (Sense 3).
Let me guess 3.

Wait, looking at the exact phrase "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office."
This is likely from a political science or economics paper.
If I have to choose between 3 and 4, "state or express briefly" (3) seems more appropriate for a theory "stating" something, whereas "give evidence of" (4) is for evidence.
Let me choose 3.

Wait, is there any chance it's 4? "give evidence of". "The evidence argues for your claim". If the theory is considered as providing an argument, it might be 4. "argue, indicate". "The theory argues why..." -> "The theory indicates why...". This is a very strong possibility because "argue" and "indicate" are synonyms in this sense, and theories "argue" things.
Let's check the synonyms for Sense 4: argue, indicate.
"The evidence argues for your claim."
"The theory indicates why..." -> "The theory argues why..."
This makes a lot of sense! Theories argue for explanations.
Let's check Sense 3 synonyms: indicate. "indicated his wishes in a letter". This implies a person indicating something. A theory is an inanimate object, so it doesn't "express briefly" like a person does in a letter.
Therefore, Sense 4 (argue, indicate) is much more likely for an inanimate subject like "theory" or "evidence" or "data".
Wait, Sense 1 (indicate, betoken) also has inanimate subjects: "These symptoms indicate a serious illness".
But a theory is not a symptom or signal.
So Sense 4 is the best fit for an inanimate subject providing an argument or evidence. "The theory indicates [argues for] why..."
I will go with 4.
Let's double check.
Sense 4: definition=give evidence of | examples=The evidence argues for your claim.
Yes, "argue" and "indicate" are synonyms here. "The theory indicates..." = "The theory argues...".
I'll output 4.


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

Sentence: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time <t>attracting</t> viable candidates for congressional office.

Senses:
1. definition=direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes | examples=Her good looks attract the stares of many men
2. definition=be attractive to | examples=The idea of a vacation appeals to me
3. definition=exert a force on (a body) causing it to approach or prevent it from moving away | examples=the gravitational pull of a planet attracts other bodies

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time <t>attracting</t> viable candidates for congressional office."
The word is "attracting" (attract).
Senses:
1. direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes (e.g., Her good looks attract the stares of many men; attract candidates)
2. be attractive to (e.g., The idea of a vacation appeals to me) -> usually "attract" as in "The idea attracts me", but the example uses "appeals". Wait, WordNet sense for "attract" (appeal, be attractive to).
3. exert a force on (a body) causing it to approach... (physics).

In the sentence, the Republican Party is trying to attract viable candidates. This means drawing them towards itself by means of psychological power, benefits, etc.
Sense 1: direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes.
Sense 2: be attractive to. (e.g. "This movie attracts me" -> "I am attracted to this movie"). The structure "attracting viable candidates" implies the Party is directing candidates toward itself.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct fit.

Let's double check WordNet senses for "attract".
Sense 1: attract, pull, pull in, draw, draw in (direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes) "Her good looks attract the stares of many men"; "The百货 store attracts many customers"
Sense 2: appeal, attract (be attractive to) "The idea of a vacation appeals to me"; "This movie attracts me" -> wait, "attract" in sense 2 is usually intransitive or used as "X attracts Y" meaning Y finds X attractive. But Sense 1 is "draw towards". "Attracting candidates" means drawing candidates to the party.
Sense 1 fits best.

Check the exact wording:
1. definition=direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
2. definition=be attractive to
3. definition=exert a force on (a body) causing it to approach or prevent it from moving away

Sentence: "...attracting viable candidates..." -> drawing them to the party. Sense 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable <t>candidates</t> for congressional office.

Senses:
1. definition=a politician who is running for public office
2. definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "candidate" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable <t>candidates</t> for congressional office.
Senses:
1. a politician who is running for public office
2. someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

In the sentence, "candidates for congressional office" refers to politicians who are running for or seeking to run for public office.
Wait, sense 1 is "a politician who is running for public office".
Sense 2 is "someone who is considered for something".
Usually, "candidate for congressional office" implies they are running for office. Let's look closely at WordNet senses for "candidate".
WordNet:
1. candidate, prospect (someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.))
2. candidate, nominee (a politician who is running for public office)

In the sentence "attracting viable candidates for congressional office", they are people who would run for public office. So sense 2 (a politician who is running for public office).
Wait, "attracting viable candidates" - they might not be running yet, they are being attracted to run. But in the context of political parties and elections, "candidate" for office usually maps to the "politician running for public office" sense. Let's re-read carefully.
If they are being "attracted", they are potential candidates. But WordNet sense 2 is "a politician who is running for public office".
Let's consider Sense 1: "someone who is considered for something".
Actually, WordNet defines:
Sense 1: candidate, prospect - someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
Sense 2: candidate, nominee - a politician who is running for public office

Is a person being attracted to run a "candidate" in sense 1 or 2?
Usually, "candidate for congressional office" is Sense 2. Let's check typical SemCor annotations. "candidates for congressional office" -> politician running for public office.
Let's choose 2.
Wait, let me double check the exact definitions.
1. someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
2. a politician who is running for public office

"candidates for congressional office" -> definitely 2.

Let me review if it could be 1. "attracting viable candidates" - they are being considered by the party? No, the party wants them to run. Once they run, they are candidates. So 2 is the best fit for political candidates.

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: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional <t>office</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 sentence is: "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional <t>office</t>."
The word is "office".
The senses are:
1. place of business
2. administrative unit of government
3. actions and activities assigned
4. holding an office means being in power
5. professional or clerical workers
6. religious rite
7. a job in an organization (post, position)

Wait, "congressional office" means a position or job in an organization (Congress). Let's review sense 7: "a job in an organization | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury".
Wait, could it be sense 4? "holding an office means being in power". But the sentence says "candidates for congressional office", meaning candidates for the *position* or *job* of a congressperson.
Let's check WordNet senses for "office".
Sense 1: business_office, office (place of business)
Sense 2: office, federal agency, government agency, agency (administrative unit)
Sense 3: function, office, part, role (actions and activities)
Sense 4: office, power (holding an office means being in power) - "being in office already gives..."
Sense 5: staff, office (workers)
Sense 6: office (religious rite)
Sense 7: position, post, berth, office, spot, billet, place, situation (a job in an organization) "he occupied a post in the treasury"

In "candidates for congressional office", "office" refers to the position or post (Sense 7).
Let's double check. "run for office" usually maps to the position/job sense, or the power sense?
WordNet:
position, post, berth, office, spot, billet, place, situation - a job in an organization; "he occupied a post in the treasury"
office, power - (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power; "being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage"; "the power of the presidency"

"candidates for congressional office" -> they are candidates for the *position*. Thus, sense 7.
Let's consider if "office" as in "run for office" is sense 7. Yes, "a job in an organization".
I will output 7.
Wait, is "congressional office" an administrative unit? No, it's the position of a member of Congress.
So 7 is the most appropriate.
Let's confirm.
Sentence: "candidates for congressional office" -> candidates for a job/position.
Number: 7.


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

Sentence: <t>Potential</t> candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=existing in possibility | examples=a potential problem
2. definition=expected to become or be; in prospect | examples=potential clients

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "<t>Potential</t> candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
The word is "Potential".
Senses:
1. existing in possibility (e.g., a potential problem)
2. expected to become or be; in prospect (e.g., potential clients)

"Potential candidates" refers to people who are expected to become candidates or are in prospect of becoming candidates. This aligns perfectly with sense 2: "expected to become or be; in prospect" (like "potential clients").

Let's double check.
Sense 1: existing in possibility. A potential problem (a problem that might exist).
Sense 2: expected to become or be; in prospect. Potential clients (people who might become clients). Potential candidates (people who might become candidates).

Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.
Number: 2.
Return only the number.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Potential <t>candidates</t> may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=a politician who is running for public office
2. definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Potential <t>candidates</t> may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
The word is "candidates".
Sense 1: a politician who is running for public office
Sense 2: someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

In the sentence, "candidates" refers to people running for public office (congressional salary, running, Democratic opponent). Thus, Sense 1 is the exact match.

Let's double check.
Sense 1: a politician who is running for public office.
Sense 2: someone who is considered for something.
The context explicitly mentions "running", "congressional salary", "Democratic opponent", which perfectly aligns with "a politician who is running for public office".

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


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be <t>discouraged</t> from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=try to prevent; show opposition to | examples=We should discourage this practice among our youth
2. definition=deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
3. definition=admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior | examples=I warned him not to go too far

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "discourage" in the given sentence.

Sentence: Potential candidates may be <t>discouraged</t> from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. try to prevent; show opposition to
2. deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
3. admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior

In the sentence, potential candidates are discouraged from running. This means they are deprived of courage or hope to run, or deterred from running.
Wait, "deprive of courage or hope" fits "cause to feel discouraged".
Let's look at WordNet senses for "discourage":
1. discourage, deter (try to prevent; show opposition to) "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
2. discourage (deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged) "The weather discouraged us from going out" -> Wait, the example for 2 might be different, but "deprive of courage or hope" is the definition.
3. discourage, admonish, warn (admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior) "I warned him not to go too far"

In the sentence, "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running..."
Does it mean "try to prevent" or "deprive of courage/hope"?
Actually, the passive "be discouraged from running" means they lose the courage or desire to run, or they are deterred.
Usually, "discourage someone from doing something" can map to sense 2 (deprive of courage/hope, deter) or sense 1 (try to prevent). But "the congressional salary" and "the prospect of defeat" are not agents trying to prevent; they are circumstances that take away their hope or courage to run. Thus, it's sense 2: "deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged".

Let's check the exact WordNet definitions:
Sense 1: discourage, deter (try to prevent; show opposition to) "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
Sense 2: discourage (deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged) "The weather discouraged us from going out" (maybe?)
Sense 3: discourage, admonish, warn (admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior) "I warned him not to go too far"

In the sentence, the prospects "discourage" them. This is causing them to feel discouraged. So Sense 2.

Let's double check.
"Potential candidates may be discouraged from running..." -> they feel discouraged.
Sense 2: definition=deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged.
Matches perfectly.
Number: 2.


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from <t>running</t> less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time | examples=Don't run--you'll be out of breath
2. definition=flee; take to one's heels; cut and run | examples=If you see this man, run!
3. definition=stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point | examples=Service runs all the way to Cranbury
4. definition=direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. | examples=She is running a relief operation in the Sudan
5. definition=have a particular form | examples=the story or argument runs as follows
6. definition=move along, of liquids | examples=Water flowed into the cave
7. definition=perform as expected when applied | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
8. definition=change or be different within limits | examples=Estimates for the losses in the earthquake range as high as $2 billion
9. definition=run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year?
10. definition=cause to emit recorded audio or video | examples=They ran the tapes over and over again
11. definition=move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way | examples=who are these people running around in the building?
12. definition=have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined | examples=She tends to be nervous before her lectures
13. definition=be operating, running or functioning | examples=The car is still running--turn it off!
14. definition=change from one state to another | examples=run amok
15. definition=cause to perform | examples=run a subject
16. definition=be affected by; be subjected to | examples=run a temperature
17. definition=continue to exist | examples=These stories die hard
18. definition=occur persistently | examples=Musical talent runs in the family
19. definition=carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine | examples=Run the dishwasher
20. definition=include as the content; broadcast or publicize | examples=We ran the ad three times
21. definition=carry out | examples=run an errand
22. definition=pass over, across, or through | examples=He ran his eyes over her body
23. definition=cause something to pass or lead somewhere | examples=Run the wire behind the cabinet
24. definition=make without a miss
25. definition=deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor
26. definition=cause an animal to move fast | examples=run the dogs
27. definition=be diffused | examples=These dyes and colors are guaranteed not to run
28. definition=sail before the wind
29. definition=cover by running; run a certain distance | examples=She ran 10 miles that day
30. definition=extend or continue for a certain period of time | examples=The film runs 5 hours
31. definition=set animals loose to graze
32. definition=keep company | examples=the heifers run with the bulls to produce offspring
33. definition=run with the ball; in such sports as football
34. definition=travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means | examples=Run to the store!
35. definition=travel a route regularly | examples=Ships ply the waters near the coast
36. definition=pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) | examples=Goering often hunted wild boars in Poland
37. definition=compete in a race | examples=he is running the Marathon this year
38. definition=progress by being changed | examples=The speech has to go through several more drafts
39. definition=reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating | examples=melt butter
40. definition=come unraveled or undone as if by snagging | examples=Her nylons were running
41. definition=become undone | examples=the sweater unraveled

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from <t>running</t> less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
The word "running" here refers to running for office (competing for an office or position).
Looking at the senses:
Sense 9: definition=run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year?

Therefore, the correct sense is 9.
I will return only the number 9.


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the <t>prospect</t> of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=the possibility of future success | examples=his prospects as a writer are excellent
2. definition=belief about (or mental picture of) the future
3. definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
4. definition=the visual percept of a region | examples=the most desirable feature of the park are the beautiful views
5. definition=a prediction of the course of a disease

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the <t>prospect</t> of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
The word "prospect" here means the possibility or likelihood of a future event (defeat), or the mental picture/expectation of the future.
Let's look at the senses:
1. the possibility of future success (e.g., his prospects as a writer are excellent) - No, it's about defeat, not success.
2. belief about (or mental picture of) the future - Yes, "the prospect of defeat" means the expectation or mental picture of future defeat. Wait, WordNet defines "prospect" as:
- belief about (or mental picture of) the future (e.g., "the prospect of defeat")
Let's check WordNet senses for "prospect":
1. prospect, expectation, outlook (belief about (or mental picture of) the future)
2. prospect (the possibility of future success) "his prospects as a writer are excellent"
3. prospect, candidate (someone who is considered for something)
4. view, aspect, prospect, scene, vista, panorama (the visual percept of a region)
5. prognosis, prospect (a prediction of the course of a disease)

In the sentence, "prospect of defeat" aligns with "belief about (or mental picture of) the future" (Sense 2).

Let's double check.
"prospect of defeat" -> expectation of defeat -> belief about the future.
Sense 2 is "belief about (or mental picture of) the future".
Sense 1 is "the possibility of future success". Defeat is not success.
So it must be Sense 2.
Number: 2.


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of <t>defeat</t> at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest | examples=it was a narrow defeat
2. definition=the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of <t>defeat</t> at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
The word is "defeat".
Sense 1: an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest (e.g., it was a narrow defeat)
Sense 2: the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals

In the sentence, "defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent" refers to losing an election (a contest). Thus, it refers to the event of losing, not the feeling.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a <t>Democratic</t> opponent.

Senses:
1. definition=characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality; ; ; - George du Maurier | examples=democratic government
2. definition=belong to or relating to the Democratic Party | examples=Democratic senator
3. definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | examples=democratic art forms

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "Democratic" in the provided sentence.
Sentence: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a <t>Democratic</t> opponent."

Senses:
1. characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality
2. belong to or relating to the Democratic Party
3. representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large

In the sentence, "Democratic opponent" refers to a political opponent from the Democratic Party.
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.

Number to return: 2.


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

Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic <t>opponent</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a contestant that you are matched against
2. definition=someone who offers opposition

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "opponent" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic <t>opponent</t>.

Senses:
1. a contestant that you are matched against
2. someone who offers opposition

In the context of an election ("running", "defeat", "Democratic opponent"), the opponent is a contestant in the election that the candidate is matched against.
Wait, "someone who offers opposition" is a more general sense (e.g., political opponent in terms of ideology, or opponent of a policy).
"a contestant that you are matched against" fits the context of an election race (a contestant in a competition/election).

Let's check WordNet senses for "opponent":
1. contestant (a contestant that you are matched against) - e.g., "he was a formidable opponent"
2. opposition, opponent (someone who offers opposition) - e.g., "the opponents of the new tax"

In the sentence, "defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent" refers to the opposing candidate in the election. An election is a contest, so the opposing candidate is a contestant.
Therefore, sense 1 is the most appropriate.

Let's double check.
Sense 1: a contestant that you are matched against.
Sense 2: someone who offers opposition.
Election opponent = contestant.
So 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: To the <t>extent</t> that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=the point or degree to which something extends | examples=the extent of the damage
2. definition=the distance or area or volume over which something extends | examples=the vast extent of the desert

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "extent" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "To the <t>extent</t> that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

Senses:
1. definition=the point or degree to which something extends | examples=the extent of the damage
2. definition=the distance or area or volume over which something extends | examples=the vast extent of the desert

In the sentence, "To the extent that..." refers to the degree to which something is true or happens.
Sense 1: "the point or degree to which something extends" fits "to the extent that".
Sense 2: "the distance or area or volume" refers to physical space.

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


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

Sentence: To the extent that <t>potential</t> Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=existing in possibility | examples=a potential problem
2. definition=expected to become or be; in prospect | examples=potential clients

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

Sentence: "To the extent that <t>potential</t> Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

Senses:
1. existing in possibility | a potential problem
2. expected to become or be; in prospect | potential clients

Analysis:
In the sentence, "potential Republican candidates" refers to people who are expected to become or be candidates, i.e., prospective candidates. This aligns with sense 2 ("expected to become or be; in prospect", like "potential clients").
Sense 1 is more about something that could happen or exist (like a potential problem, potential danger).

Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.
Let's double check.
"potential Republican candidates" -> people who might run for office -> prospective candidates -> expected to become or be.
Yes, sense 2.
Number: 2.
Return only the number.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: To the extent that potential Republican <t>candidates</t> and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=a politician who is running for public office
2. definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "candidate" as used in the provided sentence.
Sentence: "To the extent that potential Republican <t>candidates</t> and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

Senses:
1. definition=a politician who is running for public office
2. definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

In the sentence, "potential Republican candidates" refers to politicians who are running (or planning to run) for public office (specifically, congressional candidates).
Sense 1 specifically mentions "a politician who is running for public office".
Sense 2 is more general: "someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)".

Given the context of "Republican candidates", "congressional candidates", and "field a competitive slate", Sense 1 is the most precise and accurate fit, as it directly refers to politicians running for public office. Wait, WordNet defines:
candidate, prospect (someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.))
candidate, nominee (a politician who is running for public office)

Let's check the context: "potential Republican candidates". They are politicians running for public office.
Sense 1: a politician who is running for public office.
Sense 2: someone who is considered for something.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Let me double check the exact wording. "congressional candidates" -> politicians running for public office.
I will return 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers <t>realize</t> that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=be fully aware or cognizant of
2. definition=perceive (an idea or situation) mentally | examples=Now I see!
3. definition=make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | examples=our ideas must be substantiated into actions
4. definition=earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?
5. definition=convert into cash; of goods and property
6. definition=expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "realize" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

The word "realize" here means to become aware of, to understand, or to be fully aware or cognizant of.
Let's check the given senses:
1. be fully aware or cognizant of
2. perceive (an idea or situation) mentally | examples=Now I see!
3. make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | examples=our ideas must be substantiated into actions
4. earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?
5. convert into cash; of goods and property
6. expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass

Sense 1: "be fully aware or cognizant of" - fits perfectly. "realize that..."
Sense 2: "perceive (an idea or situation) mentally" - usually "see" or "realize" but Sense 1 is the standard WordNet sense for "realize" meaning "be fully aware or cognizant of" (often taking a 'that' clause). Let's double check WordNet senses for realize.
WordNet senses for realize:
1. realize, recognise, recognize, see - be fully aware or cognizant of
2. realize, recognize, recognise - perceive (an idea or situation) mentally; "Now I see!"; "I just can't see your point"; "She realized that she had to leave" -> wait, sense 2 in WordNet is "perceive (an idea or situation) mentally". But Sense 1 is "be fully aware or cognizant of". Let's check the exact WordNet definitions.
Actually, WordNet 3.1:
S: (v) realize, recognise, recognize, see (be fully aware or cognizant of)
S: (v) realize, recognize, recognise (perceive (an idea or situation) mentally) "Now I see!"; "I just can't see your point"; "She realized that she had to leave" -> wait, does it have "realize that" in sense 2?
Wait, if I look closely at the provided definitions:
1. definition=be fully aware or cognizant of
2. definition=perceive (an idea or situation) mentally | examples=Now I see!

In the sentence: "...realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage..."
This means they become fully aware or cognizant of the fact.
Usually, "realize" + "that" clause maps to Sense 1 (be fully aware or cognizant of). Let's review the exact WordNet synsets.
Synset 1: realize, recognise, recognize, see (be fully aware or cognizant of)
Synset 2: realize, recognize, recognise (perceive (an idea or situation) mentally) "Now I see!"; "I just can't see your point"; "She realized that she had to leave" - wait, the example for Synset 2 is "Now I see!". The synonyms for Synset 2 do not include "see". Wait, the prompt says "examples=Now I see!" for Sense 2. Sense 1 doesn't have examples listed in the prompt.
Let's consider "realize" as "be fully aware or cognizant of" (Sense 1).
"I realize that..." -> be fully aware or cognizant of.
Let's choose 1.

Wait, looking at standard WordNet mappings for "realize":
1. be fully aware or cognizant of
2. perceive (an idea or situation) mentally
3. make real or concrete
4. earn
5. convert into cash
6. expand or complete

"realize that [fact]" -> be fully aware or cognizant of.
I will return 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game <t>works</t> to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity | examples=I will work hard to improve my grades
2. definition=be employed | examples=Is your husband working again?
3. definition=have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | examples=The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought
4. definition=perform as expected when applied | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
5. definition=shape, form, or improve a material | examples=work stone into tools
6. definition=give a workout to | examples=Some parents exercise their infants
7. definition=proceed along a path | examples=work one's way through the crowd
8. definition=operate in a certain place, area, or specialty | examples=She works the night clubs
9. definition=proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity | examples=work your way through every problem or task
10. definition=move in an agitated manner | examples=His fingers worked with tension
11. definition=cause to happen or to occur as a consequence | examples=I cannot work a miracle
12. definition=cause to work | examples=he is working his servants hard
13. definition=prepare for crops | examples=Work the soil
14. definition=behave in a certain way when handled | examples=This dough does not work easily
15. definition=have and exert influence or effect | examples=The artist's work influenced the young painter
16. definition=operate in or through | examples=Work the phones
17. definition=cause to operate or function | examples=This pilot works the controls
18. definition=provoke or excite | examples=The rock musician worked the crowd of young girls into a frenzy
19. definition=gratify and charm, usually in order to influence | examples=the political candidate worked the crowds
20. definition=make something, usually for a specific function | examples=She molded the rice balls carefully
21. definition=move into or onto | examples=work the raisins into the dough
22. definition=make uniform | examples=knead dough
23. definition=use or manipulate to one's advantage | examples=He exploit the new taxation system
24. definition=find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of | examples=did you solve the problem?
25. definition=cause to undergo fermentation | examples=We ferment the grapes for a very long time to achieve high alcohol content
26. definition=go sour or spoil | examples=The milk has soured
27. definition=arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion | examples=The stitches of the hem worked loose after she wore the skirt many times

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "works" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game <t>works</t> to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

The word is "works" in the phrase "works to their disadvantage".
This means it has an effect or outcome, specifically one that is to their disadvantage.

Let's look at the senses:
1. exert oneself...
2. be employed
3. have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | examples=The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought
4. perform as expected when applied
5. shape, form...
...
15. have and exert influence or effect | examples=The artist's work influenced the young painter (Wait, "work" as a noun here? No, "work" as a verb? The example says "The artist's work influenced..." - 'work' is a noun here. But the definition is "have and exert influence or effect".) Let's re-read sense 3 and 15.
Sense 3: "have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected" -> "The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought"
Wait, "works to their disadvantage" -> "work" means "have an effect or outcome".
Let's check WordNet for "work to one's disadvantage".
"work" verb:
- have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected; "The process works well"; "The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought" -> This is sense 3.
Wait, "work to someone's disadvantage" - is it sense 3?
Let's check sense 15: "have and exert influence or effect; "The artist's work influenced the young painter" (Wait, the example has 'work' as a noun, but the definition is for the verb? No, WordNet sometimes has weird examples. Actually, "The artist's work influenced..." - 'work' is a noun, but maybe it's listed under the verb synset by mistake, or it's "work" as in "His voice works on my emotions"?)
Let's check the exact WordNet synsets for "work".
Synset 1: work, do work (exert oneself)
Synset 2: work (be employed)
Synset 3: work, go (have an effect or outcome) -> "The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought"
Synset 4: work, function, go, operate, run (perform as expected) -> "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"
Synset 15: work (have and exert influence or effect) -> "The artist's work influenced the young painter" (Wait, maybe the example is "His work influenced..." but in WordNet it's under verb? No, "work" (verb) - have and exert influence or effect; "The artist's work influenced..." - wait, could it be "The painting works on the viewer"? Let's search for "The artist's work influenced the young painter". No, that's noun. What about "His voice works on my emotions"? That's another synset.
Wait, let's look at sense 3: "have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected". "works to their disadvantage" means it has an effect/outcome (which is to their disadvantage).
Let's consider "work to" -> "work to one's advantage/disadvantage". This fits "have an effect or outcome".

Let's double check WordNet verb "work":
1. work (exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity) "I will work hard to improve my grades"
2. work (be employed) "Is your husband working again?"
3. work, go (have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected) "The process works well"; "The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought"
4. function, work, operate, go, run (perform as expected when applied) "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"
...
15. work (have and exert influence or effect) "The artist's work influenced the young painter" -> Wait, is this really the example? Yes, WordNet has some noisy examples. But "works to their disadvantage" clearly means "has an effect or outcome".

Let's check if there's any other sense.
"work to their disadvantage" -> "work" = have an effect.
Sense 3 is "have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected".
Sense 15 is "have and exert influence or effect".

In WordNet, "work to" (e.g., work to one's advantage) is often under sense 3.
Let's look at the phrasing: "works to their disadvantage".
Sense 3: "have an effect or outcome". "The medicine works", "It works to our advantage".
Therefore, Sense 3 is the most appropriate.

Let's review the options again.
3. definition=have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | examples=The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought
15. definition=have and exert influence or effect | examples=The artist's work influenced the young painter

"works to their disadvantage" -> it produces an outcome (disadvantage). Sense 3 is the best fit.

Let's confirm if "work" in "works to their disadvantage" is Sense 3.
"the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage" -> has the outcome of being to their disadvantage.
Sense 3.
There is no ambiguity. I will output 3.
Another check:
"work" (verb) - have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected.
Examples: "The process works well", "The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought", "This method works".
"works to their disadvantage" -> "works" = has an effect/outcome.

Final check of the question text to make sure I return only the number.
"Return only the number of the correct sense."
Number: 3.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be <t>hindered</t> in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=be a hindrance or obstacle to | examples=She is impeding the progress of our project
2. definition=hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of | examples=His brother blocked him at every turn
3. definition=put at a disadvantage | examples=The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "hindered" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be <t>hindered</t> in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

Senses:
1. definition=be a hindrance or obstacle to | examples=She is impeding the progress of our project
2. definition=hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of | examples=His brother blocked him at every turn
3. definition=put at a disadvantage | examples=The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements

Let's look at the WordNet senses for "hinder":
Verb:
1. hinder, impede (be a hindrance or obstacle to) "She is impeding the progress of our project"
2. hinder, stymie, hamper, arrest, block (hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of) "His brother blocked him at every turn"
3. hinder, hamper (put at a disadvantage) "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"

Wait, the sentence says "the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts...".
Sense 1: be a hindrance or obstacle to.
Sense 2: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
Sense 3: put at a disadvantage.

Let's check the context: "hindered in its attempts". This means its attempts are being impeded or prevented.
Is it Sense 1 or Sense 2?
WordNet:
hinder, impede (be a hindrance or obstacle to)
hinder, stymie, hamper, arrest, block (hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of) "His brother blocked him at every turn"
hinder, hamper (put at a disadvantage) "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"

Wait, "hindered in its attempts" -> hinder the progress or accomplishment of its attempts.
Let's search for the exact sentence in a corpus if possible, or evaluate the semantics.
"hinder in [one's] attempts" -> prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
Actually, Sense 2 has "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of". "Attempts" matches "accomplishment of".
Wait, could it be Sense 1? "impeding the progress of our project". "hindered in its attempts" = hinder its attempts.
Let's consider Sense 2: "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of". The synonyms are stymie, hamper, arrest, block.
Sense 1: impede.

Let's look at the phrasing: "hinder someone in something".
"The Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts" -> Someone/something hinders the Republican Party in its attempts.
Wait, "hinder" takes an object. "hinder the Republican Party".
Is it Sense 1 or 2?
Let's check WordNet for "hinder":
1. (impede) be a hindrance or obstacle to; "She is impeding the progress of our project"
2. (stymie, hamper, arrest, block) hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn"
3. (hamper) put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"

In SemCor, "hinder" is often mapped.
"the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate"
If it's from a specific dataset, like WordNet Sense SemCor or similar.
Let's look at the definitions again.
Sense 2: "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of".
Sentence: "...the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts..." -> attempts = progress or accomplishment.
Sense 1: "be a hindrance or obstacle to".
Sense 3: "put at a disadvantage".

Actually, "hinder in" usually maps to Sense 1 or Sense 2?
"block him at every turn" -> Sense 2.
"impeding the progress" -> Sense 1.
"hinder his movements" -> Sense 3.

Let's rethink: "hinder someone in doing something".
If I say "The weather hindered us in our attempts to climb the mountain", it means it prevented the accomplishment of.
Wait, "hinder" (Sense 2) is "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of".
Let's search for "hindered in its attempts" in SemCor.
It might be Sense 2. Let's guess 2.
Wait! "hinder, impede" (Sense 1) vs "hinder, stymie, hamper, arrest, block" (Sense 2).
Often, "hinder" as "prevent the progress or accomplishment of" is Sense 2.
Let's check if there is a more direct match. "hinder ... attempts" -> attempts = accomplishment. So Sense 2.
Let's check Sense 2 synonyms: stymie, hamper, arrest, block. "The Republican party will be stymied in its attempts" - sounds very natural. "The Republican party will be blocked in its attempts" - also natural.
Sense 1 synonyms: impede. "The Republican party will be impeded in its attempts" - also natural.
But "attempts" aligns perfectly with "accomplishment". "prevent the accomplishment of".
I will output 2.

Wait, is "hinder" in "hinder in its attempts" Sense 2?
Let's consider the phrase: "hinder [someone] in [their] attempts".
WordNet 3.1:
hinder, impede (be a hindrance or obstacle to) "She is impeding the progress of our project" -> 1
hinder, stymie, hamper, arrest, block (hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of) "His brother blocked him at every turn" -> 2
hinder, hamper (put at a disadvantage) "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements" -> 3

"hinder the Republican Party in its attempts" -> hinder the progress or accomplishment of its attempts. I'll go with 2.
Wait, could it be 1? "be a hindrance or obstacle to".
I'll output 2.
Let me double check if there's any reason it's 1. "impede the progress of our project". "hinder the attempts".
Actually, I'll bet on 2.
Let me reconsider. The text is "the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts".
If the object of hinder is "the Republican Party", then it's "hinder the Republican Party".
"hinder [person/entity]" -> Sense 2 (block him).
"hinder [action/progress]" -> Sense 1 (impede the progress).
Here, the entity being hindered is "the Republican Party". "His brother blocked him" -> entity being hindered is "him". So Sense 2!
Yes, in Sense 1, the object is usually the progress/action ("impeding the progress"). In Sense 2, the object is the person/entity ("blocked him").
Therefore, "hindered [the Republican Party]" aligns with Sense 2.

Let's verify this rule.
Sense 1: hinder/impede [action/progress]. "impeding the progress of our project".
Sense 2: hinder/block [person/entity]. "blocked him at every turn".
Here: "the Republican Party [entity] will be hindered".
So it is Sense 2.
Number: 2.
I am confident in 2.


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

Sentence: To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its <t>attempts</t> to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something | examples=made an effort to cover all the reading material
2. definition=the act of attacking | examples=attacks on women increased last year

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

Sentence: "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its <t>attempts</t> to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

Senses:
1. earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
2. the act of attacking

In the sentence, "attempts" refers to the Republican Party's efforts to field a competitive slate of candidates. This aligns with Sense 1 (earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something). It does not mean "the act of attacking".

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


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

Sentence: To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive <t>slate</t> of congressional candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=(formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
2. definition=thin layers of rock used for roofing
3. definition=a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers
4. definition=a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "slate" used in the provided sentence.
Sentence: "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive <t>slate</t> of congressional candidates."

Senses:
1. (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
2. thin layers of rock used for roofing
3. a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers
4. a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices

In the sentence, "slate" refers to a "slate of congressional candidates", which means a list of candidates.
This matches sense 4.

Return only the number.
Number: 4.