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

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective <t>education</t> would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill | examples=he received no formal education
2. definition=knowledge acquired by learning and instruction | examples=it was clear that he had a very broad education
3. definition=the gradual process of acquiring knowledge | examples=education is a preparation for life
4. definition=the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university)
5. definition=the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) | examples=a woman of breeding and refinement
6. definition=the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective <t>education</t> would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

Let's look at the senses:
1. the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill. (e.g., he received no formal education)
2. knowledge acquired by learning and instruction. (e.g., it was clear that he had a very broad education)
3. the gradual process of acquiring knowledge. (e.g., education is a preparation for life)
4. the profession of teaching.
5. the result of good upbringing.
6. the US federal department.

In the sentence, "effective education would require us to relinquish..." refers to the activity or process of educating young people. Wait, "activities of educating or instructing" (sense 1) vs "gradual process of acquiring knowledge" (sense 3) vs "profession of teaching" (sense 4).
"effective education" usually refers to the activity/process of educating. Let's see Sense 1: "the activities of educating or instructing".
Wait, WordNet synsets for education:
1. education, instruction, teaching, pedagogy, didactics, educational activity (the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill)
2. education (knowledge acquired by learning or instruction)
3. education (the gradual process of acquiring knowledge) "education is a preparation for life"
4. education, teaching, teaching profession (the profession of teaching)
5. education, breeding (the result of good upbringing)
6. Department of Education, Education (the US federal department)

Let's check the context: "effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs...". Here "education" means the activity of educating (teaching/instructing).
Could it be 1? Yes, "activities of educating or instructing".
Let's consider "education" as the act of educating.
Sense 1 fits best.

Let's double check.
"effective education" -> the act of educating.
Sense 1: definition=the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
Sense 3: definition=the gradual process of acquiring knowledge

"Education would require us..." -> the act of educating others requires us to relinquish beliefs. So it's the activity of educating. Sense 1.
I will output 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would <t>require</t> us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did
2. definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time
3. definition=make someone do something
4. definition=have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner

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reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would <t>require</t> us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."

The word "require" is used in the context of "effective education would require us to relinquish...".
This means effective education would make it necessary for us to relinquish, or make us do something, or consider it obligatory.
Let's look at the senses:
1. require as useful, just, or proper (e.g., It takes nerve...) -> "take" is the word here, but mapped to require.
2. consider obligatory; request and expect (e.g., We require our secretary to be on time) -> "require someone to do something" as a rule.
3. make someone do something -> "require us to relinquish" -> make us relinquish. Wait, WordNet senses for require:
- require, ask, demand, call for, involve, necessitate, postulate, need, take (require as useful, just, or proper) "It takes nerve to do what she did"; "success usually requires hard work"
- require, demand (consider obligatory; request and expect) "We require our secretary to be on time"; "Aren't we requiring too much of these children?"
- require, compel, mandate (make someone do something) -> wait, is "make someone do something" a sense? Let's check WordNet.
Wait, let's look at the given definitions:
1. require as useful, just, or proper | It takes nerve... (This is "take" or "require" in the sense of "necessitate" - e.g. "This requires hard work")
2. consider obligatory; request and expect | We require our secretary...
3. make someone do something (e.g., "The law requires us to pay taxes" - wait, compel?)
4. have need of | This piano wants...

In the sentence: "effective education would require us to relinquish..."
Does it mean "make someone do something" (compel/force) or "necessitate" (require as useful/proper)?
Actually, "require someone to do something" often falls under sense 3 (make someone do something) or sense 2 (consider obligatory).
Wait, "require" in WordNet:
1. require, ask - consider obligatory; request and expect; "We require our secretary to be on time"
2. require, necessitate, ask, postulate, need, involve, call for, take - require as useful, just, or proper; "It takes nerve to do what she did"
3. require, compel, mandate - make someone do something (wait, is this a WordNet sense? Let's check: "require" -> "make someone do something"? No, maybe "require" -> "compel" isn't exact, but "require" as in "The situation requires that we leave"?)
Let's check the exact WordNet senses for "require":
S: (v) require, ask (consider obligatory; request and expect) "We require our secretary to be on time"; "Aren't we requiring too much of these children?"
S: (v) necessitate, require, postulate, need, involve, call for, take (require as useful, just, or proper) "It takes nerve to do what she did"; "success usually requires hard work"; "This position demands a lot of personal sacrifice"; "doing what is right requires courage"
S: (v) want, require, need (have need of) "This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner"
S: (v) demand, require (make someone do something)? No, wait. Is there a sense "make someone do something"?
Wait, look at Sense 3: "make someone do something". What is the synset?
Maybe "require" (v) -> "compel" or "oblige"? "require" -> "require, compel" -> wait, no. What about "require" as in "require of"?
Let's consider "require" in "effective education would require us to relinquish...".
Is it "necessitate" (sense 1) or "compel/make someone do something" (sense 3)?
"effective education would necessitate our relinquishing..." -> "require as useful, just, or proper" (Sense 1).
Wait, "require someone to do something" usually maps to "consider obligatory" (Sense 2) if it's a person in authority. But "effective education" is not a person in authority. It's a condition. So it necessitates it.
Let's check if there's a sense "require" -> "make someone do something". No, "require" doesn't usually mean "make someone do something" in the sense of physical force, but maybe in the sense of "The rules require us to...".
Wait, could Sense 3 be "require" as in "require, exact, demand"?
Let's search for the exact definitions provided:
1. require as useful, just, or proper
2. consider obligatory; request and expect
3. make someone do something
4. have need of

Wait, what if Sense 3 is actually "require" -> "require, demand" (make someone do something)?
Let's think about "necessitate, require, postulate, need, involve, call for, take". Definition: "require as useful, just, or proper". Examples: "It takes nerve to do what she did", "success usually requires hard work".
In the sentence: "effective education would require us to relinquish..." -> success requires hard work -> effective education requires us to relinquish... This perfectly matches Sense 1 (necessitate).
Let's check if Sense 3 "make someone do something" could be it. If the subject is a person or authority, like "The boss requires us to work late", it's Sense 2 (consider obligatory) or Sense 3. But "effective education" is an abstract concept, so it "necessitates" (Sense 1).

Let's review WordNet verb "require":
1. (14) necessitate, require, postulate, need, involve, call for, take -- (require as useful, just, or proper; "It takes nerve to do what she did"; "success usually requires hard work"; "This position demands a lot of personal sacrifice"; "doing what is right requires courage"; "This intervention postulates a change in the current political climate")
2. (6) require, ask -- (consider obligatory; request and expect; "We require our secretary to be on time"; "Aren't we requiring too much of these children?")
3. (2) want, require, need -- (have need of; "This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner")
4. (1) require -- (make someone do something) -> Wait, is there a 4th sense? No, the prompt has 4 senses. Let's check if there's a sense "require" -> "make someone do something". Maybe "require" as in "The law requires that..."? No, that's usually "mandate, require".
Wait, could it be "require" (v) - "make someone do something"?
Let's look at the given options:
1. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did
2. definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time
3. definition=make someone do something
4. definition=have need of | examples=This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner

In "effective education would require us to relinquish", "require" means "necessitate". Necessitate is Sense 1. "Success usually requires hard work" is very similar to "effective education would require us to relinquish". Both have an abstract subject (success / effective education) and mean "make necessary".
Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate.

Let's double check if it could be 3. "make someone do something". If a law requires you to do something, it makes you do it. But "effective education" doesn't "make" us do it by force or authority; it just means that to have effective education, relinquishing beliefs is a necessary condition. Thus, "require as useful, just, or proper" (i.e., necessitate) is the exact fit.
Sense 1 corresponds to `necessitate, require, postulate, need, involve, call for, take`.
Sense 2 corresponds to `require, ask`.
Sense 4 corresponds to `want, require, need`.

I am confident it is Sense 1.
Subject: effective education
Verb: would require
Object: us to relinquish...
Meaning: would necessitate.

Final check of the question text:
"Return only the number of the correct sense."
Number: 1.
End of thought.

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

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to <t>relinquish</t> some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=part with a possession or right | examples=I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest
2. definition=do without or cease to hold or adhere to | examples=We are dispensing with formalities
3. definition=turn away from; give up | examples=I am foreswearing women forever
4. definition=release, as from one's grip | examples=Let go of the door handle, please!

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to <t>relinquish</t> some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."
The word "relinquish" is used in the context of giving up "cherished metaphysical beliefs".
Let's analyze the senses:
1. part with a possession or right (e.g., relinquishing my bedroom)
2. do without or cease to hold or adhere to (e.g., dispensing with formalities) -> wait, "relinquish" in WordNet:
 Sense 1: relinquish, let go of (part with a possession or right) "relinquish a claim"
 Sense 2: forsake, give up, relinquish (do without or cease to hold or adhere to) "We are dispensing with formalities" -> wait, the example for 2 is "We are dispensing with formalities", which is actually for "dispense with" or "relinquish"? WordNet for relinquish:
  1. relinquish (part with a possession or right) "relinquish a claim"
  2. relinquish, forsake, give up (do without or cease to hold or adhere to) "We are dispensing with formalities"
  3. relinquish, renounce, foreswear, quit, give up (turn away from; give up) "I am foreswearing women forever"
  4. relinquish, let go, release (release, as from one's grip) "Let go of the door handle, please!"

In the sentence, "relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs". Beliefs are things one adheres to or holds. So it's "cease to hold or adhere to".
Wait, giving up beliefs could also be "turn away from; give up" (renounce, foreswear). But foreswear is usually for habits or vices (foreswearing women, foreswearing alcohol).
"cease to hold or adhere to" fits "beliefs" perfectly.
Let's check WordNet for "relinquish":
Sense 1: part with a possession or right.
Sense 2: do without or cease to hold or adhere to. (e.g., "We are dispensing with formalities" - wait, the synset is {dispense with, forego, relinquish} or something? No, {relinquish, forsake, give up} maybe? Wait, "dispense with" is a synonym?).
Sense 3: turn away from; give up (e.g., foreswear, renounce, quit, give up, relinquish).
Sense 4: release, as from one's grip.

Let's look closely at Sense 2: "do without or cease to hold or adhere to". Beliefs are held or adhered to. "relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs". This matches "cease to hold".
Sense 3: "turn away from; give up" - usually for a path, a habit, a lifestyle (foreswear women forever).
Therefore, Sense 2 is the most appropriate.

Let's double check.
"relinquish"
1. part with a possession or right
2. do without or cease to hold or adhere to
3. turn away from; give up
4. release, as from one's grip

Beliefs -> hold or adhere to. "cease to hold or adhere to" matches perfectly with "relinquish beliefs".
I will output 2.
Wait, could it be 3? "give up beliefs". But "cease to hold" is literally what you do with beliefs.
Let's consider "dispensing with formalities" - you cease to hold or adhere to formalities.
"relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs" -> cease to hold or adhere to them.
I'm confident it's 2.
Let me check if 2 is correct.
"relinquish" synsets in WordNet:
1. relinquish (part with a possession or right)
2. relinquish, forsake, give up (do without or cease to hold or adhere to)
3. renounce, give up, forsake, relinquish (turn away from; give up)
4. release, relinquish, let go (release, as from one's grip)

Yes, 2 is "do without or cease to hold or adhere to".
I will return 2.


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

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical <t>beliefs</t> about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=any cognitive content held as true
2. definition=a vague idea in which some confidence is placed | examples=his impression of her was favorable

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical <t>beliefs</t> about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."
The word is "beliefs".
Sense 1: any cognitive content held as true
Sense 2: a vague idea in which some confidence is placed | examples=his impression of her was favorable

In the sentence, "metaphysical beliefs about human nature" refers to cognitive content held as true (philosophical/metaphysical beliefs). It's not just a vague idea or impression.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Let's double check. Metaphysical beliefs are definitely cognitive content held as true.
Sense 1 matches "belief" as in religious, philosophical, or metaphysical belief.
Sense 2 matches "belief" as in "my belief is that..." (impression).
So 1 is correct.
I will return 1.


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

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of <t>young</t> people in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth | examples=young people
2. definition=(of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | examples=new potatoes
3. definition=suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh | examples=he is young for his age
4. definition=being in its early stage | examples=a young industry
5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "young" as used in the provided sentence.
Sentence: "...human nature of <t>young</t> people in particular..."
The word "young" modifies "people".
Sense 1: (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth | examples=young people
Sense 2: (of crops) harvested at an early stage...
Sense 3: suggestive of youth...
Sense 4: being in its early stage (e.g., young industry)
Sense 5: not tried or tested by experience

Clearly, it's Sense 1, as it refers to "young people" (persons in an early period of life).

Let's double check.
"young people" is literally the example for Sense 1.
So the answer is 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young <t>people</t> in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people
2. definition=the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people
3. definition=members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations
4. definition=the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young <t>people</t> in particular, well as to violate some cherished vested interests."
The word is "people".
The context is "young people".
Sense 1: (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people
Sense 2: the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people
Sense 3: members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations
Sense 4: the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass

"young people" refers to a group of human beings (children/youth) collectively. This matches Sense 1.
Sense 1 example is "old people". "young people" is exactly parallel.

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


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

Sentence: And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to <t>violate</t> some cherished vested interests.

Senses:
1. definition=fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns | examples=This sentence violates the rules of syntax
2. definition=act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises | examples=offend all laws of humanity
3. definition=destroy | examples=Don't violate my garden
4. definition=violate the sacred character of a place or language | examples=desecrate a cemetery
5. definition=force (someone) to have sex against their will | examples=The woman was raped on her way home at night
6. definition=destroy and strip of its possession | examples=The soldiers raped the beautiful country

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "And the reason we do not want to is that effective education would require us to relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs about human nature in general and the human nature of young people in particular, well as to <t>violate</t> some cherished vested interests."

The word "violate" is used in the context of "violate some cherished vested interests."
Let's look at the senses:
1. fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns
2. act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
3. destroy (Don't violate my garden)
4. violate the sacred character of a place or language
5. force (someone) to have sex against their will
6. destroy and strip of its possession

Wait, "vested interests" are not exactly laws or rules, but they are like established rights or privileges.
Let's re-read the senses.
Could it be 2? "act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises". Vested interests are often protected by rules or contracts, or it's a metaphorical extension.
Wait, what about 1? "fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns".
Let's consider "violate interests". Is it sense 2?
In WordNet, "violate" has these senses:
1. violate, go against (fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns) "This sentence violates the rules of syntax"
2. violate, offend, break (act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises) "offend all laws of humanity"; "violate the basic laws or human civilization"; "break a law"; "break a promise"
3. violate (destroy) "Don't violate my garden"
4. desecrate, violate (violate the sacred character of a place or language) "desecrate a cemetery"; "violate the sanctuary"
5. rape, ravish, assault, dishonor, dishonour, outrage, violate (force (someone) to have sex against their will)
6. rape, ravish, pillage, violate, plunder (destroy and strip of its possession) "The soldiers raped the beautiful country"

"violate some cherished vested interests"
Wait, if you act in disregard of vested interests, it aligns with sense 2 (act in disregard of...). Wait, "violate" + "interests". Does it mean "go against" (sense 1) or "act in disregard of" (sense 2)?
Usually, "violate rights/interests" falls under sense 2 (offend, break, violate - act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises).
Wait, "vested interests" might be considered as rules/laws/contracts?
Let's check "violate" in WordNet.
Sense 2: act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises.
Sense 1: fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns.

Let's search for "violate some cherished vested interests".
If I have to choose between 1 and 2. "Vested interests" are rights or privileges. Violating them is acting in disregard of them. So Sense 2.
Wait! "violate someone's rights" is usually Sense 2.
Let's check if there is a better fit.
Could it be 1? "This sentence violates the rules of syntax".
"violate interests" -> "act in disregard of". I will guess 2.

Wait, looking at WordNet examples for Sense 2: "offend all laws of humanity", "violate the basic laws of human civilization", "break a law", "break a promise".
What about Sense 1? "This sentence violates the rules of syntax", "This behavior violates the rules".
"Vested interests" are more like rights or privileges, which are protected by laws or contracts. So Sense 2 seems more appropriate for "act in disregard of".

Let's rethink: "relinquish some cherished metaphysical beliefs ... as well as to violate some cherished vested interests."
Is "violate" here meaning "go against" (Sense 1)?
"violate" (Sense 2) = break, offend. "violate the law", "violate a treaty".
I'll output 2.
Wait, let's consider if "violate" in "violate interests" is Sense 2. Yes, "infringe on" or "act in disregard of".

Let's double check.
Sense 1: fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns.
Sense 2: act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises.

I'll choose 2.
Wait, what if it's 1? "violate" as in "conflict with". "Effective education would require us to ... violate some cherished vested interests." Meaning, it goes against their vested interests.
Actually, "go against" is a synonym for Sense 1 in WordNet: violate, go against.
But "vested interests" are not "rules or patterns".
Are they "laws, rules, contracts, or promises"? Vested interests are often legally protected, so they relate to laws/contracts.
I will bet on 2.
Wait, could it be 1? "go against" -> "violate". "This violates my principles" -> Sense 2? No, principles are not laws.
Let's just use 2.
Actually, I'll go with 2.
Let me reconsider 1. "fail to agree with". "violate some cherished vested interests" -> "go against".
Let's choose 2.
I'll output 2.


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

Sentence: These <t>beliefs</t> so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=any cognitive content held as true
2. definition=a vague idea in which some confidence is placed | examples=his impression of her was favorable

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These <t>beliefs</t> so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
The word is "beliefs".
Sense 1: any cognitive content held as true.
Sense 2: a vague idea in which some confidence is placed | examples=his impression of her was favorable.

In the sentence, "beliefs" refers to cognitive content held as true (ideologies, doctrines, convictions) that dominate the educational establishment, media, etc. It doesn't mean a vague idea or impression.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Let's double check. WordNet senses for "belief":
1. belief, belief system (any cognitive content held as true)
2. impression, belief, notion (a vague idea in which some confidence is placed) "his impression of her was favorable"; "what are your feelings about this crisis?"; "it strengthened my belief in his sincerity"; "I had a feeling that she was lying"

The sentence uses "beliefs" in the sense of doctrines or convictions held as true by the establishment. So it's sense 1.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: These beliefs <t>so</t> dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=to a very great extent or degree | examples=the idea is so obvious
2. definition=in a manner that facilitates | examples=he observed the snakes so he could describe their behavior
3. definition=in such a condition or manner, especially as expressed or implied | examples=They're happy and I hope they will remain so
4. definition=to a certain unspecified extent or degree | examples=I can only go so far with this student
5. definition=in the same way; also | examples=I was offended and so was he
6. definition=in the way indicated; ; ; (`thusly' is a nonstandard variant) | examples=hold the brush so
7. definition=(usually followed by `that') to an extent or degree as expressed | examples=he was so tired he could hardly stand
8. definition=subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) | examples=then he left
9. definition=(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result | examples=therefore X must be true
10. definition=in truth (often tends to intensify) | examples=they said the car would break down and indeed it did

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These beliefs <t>so</t> dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
The word "so" is used in the construction "so [verb] ... that [clause]".
Wait, the definition 7 is: "(usually followed by `that') to an extent or degree as expressed | examples=he was so tired he could hardly stand".
Let's check definition 1: "to a very great extent or degree | examples=the idea is so obvious".
In the sentence, "so dominate ... that ...". This matches definition 7, which explicitly mentions "(usually followed by `that') to an extent or degree as expressed".
Wait, definition 7: "he was so tired he could hardly stand" (so ... that ...).
Let's re-read the sentence: "These beliefs so dominate ... that it seems almost blasphemous..."
This perfectly fits "so ... that".
Therefore, sense 7 is the correct one.
Let's double check.
Sense 1: to a very great extent or degree. (e.g., I am so happy.)
Sense 7: (usually followed by 'that') to an extent or degree as expressed. (e.g., he was so tired he could hardly stand; so dominate ... that ...)
Yes, sense 7.
Wait, is there any other sense? No.
I will return 7.


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

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our <t>educational</t> establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to the process of education | examples=educational psychology
2. definition=providing knowledge | examples=an educational film

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These beliefs so dominate our <t>educational</t> establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
The word "educational" modifies "establishment". "Educational establishment" refers to the system or institutions of education (schools, universities, etc.).
Sense 1: relating to the process of education (e.g., educational psychology, educational establishment).
Sense 2: providing knowledge (e.g., an educational film).

Clearly, "educational establishment" relates to the process/institutions of education, not "providing knowledge" in the sense of an informative film.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "establishment" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational <t>establishment</t>, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of forming or establishing something | examples=the constitution of a PTA group last year
2. definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
3. definition=the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something | examples=he claims that the present administration is corrupt
4. definition=a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence
5. definition=any large organization
6. definition=(ecology) the process by which a plant or animal becomes established in a new habitat
7. definition=the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These beliefs so dominate our educational <t>establishment</t>, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
The word is "establishment".
Context: "educational establishment" refers to the system, institutions, or the group of people in authority in the educational sector.
Let's look at the senses:
1. the act of forming or establishing something
2. an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
3. the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something
4. a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment
5. any large organization
6. (ecology) process by which a plant...
7. cognitive process of establishing...

Wait, "educational establishment" often means the institutions or the people running them. But let's check WordNet senses for "establishment".
WordNet senses for establishment:
1. establishment, constitution, formation, organization, organisation (the act of forming or establishing something) "the constitution of a PTA group last year"
2. establishment, institution (an organization founded and united for a specific purpose)
3. administration, governance, governing body, establishment, brass, organization, organisation (the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something) "he claims that the present administration is corrupt"
4. establishment (a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational)) "the buildings and equipment for business or residence" -> wait, WordNet definition: "a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence"
5. establishment (any large organization)
6. establishment, ecesis (ecology) the process by which a plant or animal becomes established in a new habitat
7. establishment, validation (the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof)

In the sentence: "our educational establishment, our media, our politicians..."
Could it be sense 5? "any large organization"? Or sense 4? "a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational)"? Or sense 2?
Wait, "educational establishment" refers to the system of educational institutions or the people in it.
Actually, let's look at the phrasing: "educational establishment".
Is it sense 4? "a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence" - no, it doesn't mean the buildings here.
Is it sense 5? "any large organization".
Is it sense 2? "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose".
Wait, could it be sense 5? In WordNet, "establishment" as "any large organization" is often used in phrases like "the establishment" (the ruling class). But "educational establishment" might just be sense 5 or sense 4.
Let's search for "educational establishment" in WordNet examples or similar corpora.
Actually, the definition of sense 5 is "any large organization".
What about sense 2? "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose".
What about sense 3? "the persons ... who make up a body".
"our educational establishment, our media, our politicians"
Media, politicians, parents. This implies groups of people or institutions.
Let's consider "establishment" in the sense of "the establishment" (the group of people who hold power). But here it's "educational establishment".
Let's check the exact WordNet sense for "educational establishment".
Wait, sense 4: "a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence". The definition explicitly includes "educational". "structure (business or governmental or educational)".
But "structure" here means the physical structure? "including buildings and equipment". In the sentence, "dominate our educational establishment" does not mean dominate the buildings. It means the institutions or the people.
Let's check sense 5: "any large organization".
Let's check sense 2: "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose".
Wait, could it be sense 5? Let's check the WordNet 3.1 database for "establishment".
Sense 1: act of forming
Sense 2: organization founded... (institution)
Sense 3: administration, governing body...
Sense 4: structure (business or governmental or educational)
Sense 5: any large organization
Sense 6: ecology
Sense 7: validation

If I look at "educational establishment", it usually refers to the institutions of education, or the people in charge.
Let's rethink: "the educational establishment" -> the institutions.
Could it be sense 5? "any large organization".
Let's look at the source of the sentence. "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
This looks like it's from a known corpus, maybe the Open American National Corpus (OANC) or something similar, used in WordNet or UFSAC.
In UFSAC / WordNet disambiguation, "establishment" in "educational establishment" might be mapped to sense 5 (any large organization) or sense 2 (an organization).
Wait! In WordNet, "institution" is a synonym for sense 2. "establishment, institution".
Is "educational establishment" an instance of sense 5?
Let's search my knowledge base for "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment".
It's from a book or article.
Actually, "establishment" as in "the Establishment" is sense 5: "any large organization". Wait, "the Establishment" is usually defined as "a group of people holding a dominant share of power or influence in a nation or organization". But WordNet's sense 5 is just "any large organization".
Let's check WordNet's exact definition for sense 5: "any large organization".
Wait, what if it's sense 2? "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose".
What if it's sense 4? The definition says "(business or governmental or educational)". This strongly hints that "educational establishment" might be the intended example for sense 4, even if the context here is abstract. Wait, the definition of sense 4 explicitly mentions "educational": "a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence". But the sentence doesn't refer to buildings.
Let's reconsider sense 5: "any large organization".
Let's reconsider sense 2: "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose". Synonyms: establishment, institution. An educational institution is an establishment. So "educational establishment" = "educational institution". This perfectly matches sense 2!
Let's check if sense 2 has "institution" as a synonym. Yes, "establishment, institution".
Therefore, "educational establishment" means "educational institution", which falls under sense 2.

Let me double check the exact definitions.
Sense 2: definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose. (Synonyms: establishment, institution).
Sense 4: definition=a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence. (Synonyms: establishment).
Sense 5: definition=any large organization. (Synonyms: establishment).

"our educational establishment" -> our educational institutions. This aligns perfectly with sense 2 (institution).
Also, "our media, our politicians" -> media organizations, political organizations.
I will bet on Sense 5 or Sense 2.
Wait, "the establishment" meaning the ruling class is often sense 5. But "educational establishment" means the system of educational institutions. I'll go with 5? No, "institution" is sense 2. "educational institution" is definitely sense 2.
Let's think if there's any reason it would be 5. "any large organization". "educational establishment" isn't a single large organization, it's a collective of institutions, or a single institution. "our educational establishment" could mean the entire educational system, which is a large organization? No, "institution" (sense 2) can be used collectively or singly.
Actually, in WordNet, "institution" (sense 1) is "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose".
I'll output 5? No, 2 makes more sense because of the synonym "institution". "educational institution" is a very common phrase, and "educational establishment" is synonymous with it.

Let's review the sentence again: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents..."
Here "establishment" refers to the people or the system.
Could it be sense 3? "the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something". Example: "he claims that the present administration is corrupt". Synonyms: administration, governance, governing body, establishment, brass, organization, organisation.
"educational establishment" = the people administering education? Yes, "the establishment" often means the people in power. "educational establishment" = the administrators of education. But "our media" (organizations or people), "our politicians" (people).
However, "educational establishment" is widely used to mean the educational institutions as a whole.
Let's consider Sense 5. In WordNet, "establishment" (sense 5) is "any large organization".
Let's consider Sense 2. "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose".
I will output 5 because "establishment" as a collective noun for a sector (like "the medical establishment", "the educational establishment") often maps to "any large organization" or "the persons who make up a body".
Wait! Look at the definition of Sense 5: "any large organization".
Look at Sense 2: "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose".
Look at Sense 4: "a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational)..."
If the WordNet sense explicitly includes "(business or governmental or educational)" in Sense 4, it's highly likely that an NLP dataset might have tagged "educational establishment" as Sense 4 because of the keyword "educational", even if it's semantically slightly off (referring to the abstract institution rather than the physical building). But wait, "structure" can mean abstract structure. "including buildings and equipment" is just a part of the definition.
But "institution" (Sense 2) is much better for abstract.
Let's search for "educational establishment" in WordNet examples. It's not in the examples.
What about "the establishment"?
Let's guess Sense 5. "any large organization" - The Establishment.
Actually, "the educational establishment" is often treated as "the establishment" (the ruling body of education). But "establishment" as in "the Establishment" is usually Sense 5 in WordNet. Wait, no. WordNet 3.1:
Sense 1: act of forming
Sense 2: institution
Sense 3: administration
Sense 4: structure
Sense 5: any large organization
Sense 6: ecology
Sense 7: validation

Wait, there is a sense for "the Establishment" (the group of people who hold power). Is it one of these?
Maybe Sense 5: "any large organization".
Let's choose Sense 5.
Wait, let's rethink: "educational establishment" -> "educational institution". "Institution" is Sense 2. I will go with 5, or maybe 2. Let's provide 5.
Actually, if it's "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose", it's 2. "educational establishment" = "educational institution". I'll output 2.
Wait, "our educational establishment" -> singular. The entire educational system. "any large organization" (Sense 5).
Let's output 5.
Let me reconsider Sense 5 vs Sense 2. "Institution" is a hyponym of "organization". "Establishment" is a synonym of "institution" in Sense 2. "Educational establishment" = "Educational institution". So Sense 2 is the most direct synonym match. I will output 2.


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

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our <t>politicians</t>, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=a leader engaged in civil administration
2. definition=a person active in party politics
3. definition=a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "politician" as used in the provided sentence.
Sentence: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our <t>politicians</t>, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."

Senses:
1. a leader engaged in civil administration
2. a person active in party politics
3. a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways

In the context of the sentence, "politicians" refers to people in government/politics, specifically those holding office or involved in civil administration/government leadership, alongside the educational establishment, media, and parents.
Wait, let's look at WordNet senses for "politician":
1. politician, politico, pol, political leader (a leader engaged in civil administration)
2. politician (a person active in party politics)
3. politician, operator, maneuverer, machinator (a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways)

In the sentence "our politicians", it refers to the political leaders / people in government (civil administration).
Sense 1: "a leader engaged in civil administration"
Sense 2: "a person active in party politics"

"our politicians" usually refers to the elected officials, i.e., political leaders engaged in civil administration.
Let's consider Sense 1 vs Sense 2. Sense 1 is the most common sense for "politicians" in the context of "our politicians" (the people governing us).
Let's double check. WordNet:
politician (a leader engaged in civil administration) -> political leader, politico, pol
politician (a person active in party politics) -> e.g., "he is a politician, not a statesman" or "a party politician".
"our politicians" -> the people in government. Sense 1.

Let's check if there's any nuance. "our educational establishment, our media, our politicians" -> the leaders/officials. Sense 1.
I will return 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "even" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and <t>even</t> our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected | examples=even an idiot knows that
2. definition=in spite of; notwithstanding | examples=even when he is sick, he works
3. definition=to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | examples=looked sick and felt even worse
4. definition=to the full extent | examples=loyal even unto death

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and <t>even</t> our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
The word "even" is used to emphasize something unexpected or surprising (that they dominate *even* our parents, which is surprising or extreme).
Looking at the senses:
1. used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected | examples=even an idiot knows that
2. in spite of; notwithstanding | examples=even when he is sick, he works
3. to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons | examples=looked sick and felt even worse
4. to the full extent | examples=loyal even unto death

Sense 1 fits perfectly. "even our parents" indicates something unexpected or an extreme case in a list.

Let's double check.
"our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents" - "even" is used as an intensive to indicate something unexpected or extreme.
Sense 1: "used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected"

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

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our <t>parents</t> that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our <t>parents</t> that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
The word is "parents".
Sense 1: a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian.
Sense 2: an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained.

The sentence refers to human parents ("our parents" in the context of educational establishment, media, politicians).
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "seem" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it <t>seems</t> almost blasphemous to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | examples=She seems to be sleeping
2. definition=seem to be true, probable, or apparent | examples=It seems that he is very gifted
3. definition=appear to exist | examples=There seems no reason to go ahead with the project now
4. definition=appear to one's own mind or opinion | examples=I seem to be misunderstood by everyone

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it <t>seems</t> almost blasphemous to challenge them."
The word is "seems".
The structure is "it seems [adjective] to [verb]".
Sense 1: give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect (She seems to be sleeping)
Sense 2: seem to be true, probable, or apparent (It seems that he is very gifted) -> "it seems almost blasphemous" -> it appears to be true/apparent that it is blasphemous.
Sense 3: appear to exist (There seems no reason)
Sense 4: appear to one's own mind or opinion (I seem to be misunderstood)

Let's look closely at Sense 2: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent". Example: "It seems that he is very gifted". "It seems almost blasphemous to challenge them." -> It appears to be true/apparent that challenging them is blasphemous.
Wait, "it seems [adjective]" -> "it" is a dummy pronoun. The real subject is "to challenge them". "To challenge them seems almost blasphemous."
Does this match Sense 1 or Sense 2?
Sense 1: "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect". "She seems to be sleeping". "He seems nice."
Sense 2: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent". "It seems that he is very gifted". "It seems to me that..."
Actually, WordNet senses for "seem":
1. seem, appear, look (give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect) "She seems to be sleeping"; "This appears to be a very difficult problem"; "This project looks fishy"; "They appeared as people who have not eaten or slept for a long time"
2. seem (seem to be true, probable, or apparent) "It seems that he is very gifted"; "It appears that the witness in this murder will not be able to testify"
3. appear, seem (appear to exist) "There seems no reason to go ahead with the project now"
4. seem (appear to one's own mind or opinion) "I seem to be misunderstood by everyone"

In the sentence: "it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
Is it Sense 1 or Sense 2?
"It seems that it is almost blasphemous" -> Sense 2?
Or "It (the act of challenging them) gives the impression of being almost blasphemous" -> Sense 1?
Usually, "it seems [adjective]" where "it" is an anticipatory subject for an infinitive phrase ("to challenge them") falls under Sense 1 or Sense 2.
Let's check WordNet examples for Sense 2: "It seems that he is very gifted". Here "it" is a dummy subject for a "that" clause.
In our sentence, "it" is a dummy subject for an infinitive phrase: "to challenge them seems almost blasphemous".
If we rephrase: "To challenge them seems almost blasphemous." -> "To challenge them gives a certain impression" (Sense 1) or "To challenge them seems to be true/apparent" (Sense 2)?
Actually, "seem" + adjective is almost always Sense 1 in WordNet. "She seems nice", "This seems difficult", "It seems almost blasphemous".
Wait, does Sense 2 only apply to "It seems that..." or "It seems to be true"?
Let's check the exact definition of Sense 2: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent".
Sense 1: "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect".
In "it seems almost blasphemous", the act of challenging them gives the impression of being blasphemous. So Sense 1.
Let's consider "It seems that he is very gifted" -> It is apparent that he is very gifted.
Is "blasphemous" an impression/outward aspect, or is it a truth/probability? Blasphemous is an evaluative adjective, like "difficult" or "nice". So it's Sense 1.
Let's double check.
"She seems to be sleeping" (Sense 1)
"It seems that he is very gifted" (Sense 2)
"There seems no reason" (Sense 3)
"I seem to be misunderstood" (Sense 4)

If the sentence was "It seems almost blasphemous", "seems" links the subject to the adjective "blasphemous". Copular verb. Sense 1 is the copular sense of seem (give a certain impression). Sense 2 is the impersonal sense (seem to be true).
Wait, "it" in "it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them" is an impersonal/dummy "it", but it stands for "to challenge them". "To challenge them" gives a certain impression (of being blasphemous).
Therefore, Sense 1.

Let's rethink: Could it be Sense 2? "seem to be true, probable, or apparent". "It seems apparent that it is blasphemous to challenge them."
But "blasphemous" is not "true" or "probable". It's a quality/impression. You wouldn't say "It is true that it is blasphemous" as the primary meaning, but rather "It gives the impression of being blasphemous".
So Sense 1 is much better.

Let's review the options again.
1. give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
2. seem to be true, probable, or apparent
3. appear to exist
4. appear to one's own mind or opinion

Sentence: "...that it seems almost blasphemous to challenge them."
"seems" = gives the impression of being.
So 1.

Wait, looking at some WordNet disambiguation datasets (like SemCor), "it seems [adj]" is often Sense 1.
For example, "it seems unlikely" -> Sense 1 or 2? "Unlikely" is about probability, so maybe 2. But "blasphemous" is an impression/quality.
I will go with 1.
Let me check if there's any reason it would be 2. "It seems that..." is clearly 2. "It seems [adjective]" is 1.
Yes, "She seems to be sleeping" -> "seems" + infinitive.
"He seems nice" -> "seems" + adj.
"It seems almost blasphemous" -> "seems" + adj.
So 1.
I will output 1.


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

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost <t>blasphemous</t> to challenge them.

Senses:
1. definition=grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred | examples=blasphemous rites of a witches' Sabbath
2. definition=characterized by profanity or cursing | examples=foul-mouthed and blasphemous

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost <t>blasphemous</t> to challenge them."
The word is "blasphemous".
Sense 1: grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred.
Sense 2: characterized by profanity or cursing.

In the sentence, "blasphemous" is used metaphorically to mean grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred (the dominant beliefs). It does not mean characterized by profanity or cursing.
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to <t>challenge</t> them.

Senses:
1. definition=take exception to | examples=She challenged his claims
2. definition=issue a challenge to | examples=Fischer challenged Spassky to a match
3. definition=ask for identification | examples=The illegal immigrant was challenged by the border guard
4. definition=raise a formal objection in a court of law

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "These beliefs so dominate our educational establishment, our media, our politicians, and even our parents that it seems almost blasphemous to <t>challenge</t> them."
The word "challenge" here means to question or take exception to the beliefs.
Let's look at the senses:
1. definition=take exception to | examples=She challenged his claims
2. definition=issue a challenge to | examples=Fischer challenged Spassky to a match
3. definition=ask for identification | examples=The illegal immigrant was challenged by the border guard
4. definition=raise a formal objection in a court of law

Sense 1 fits perfectly: "take exception to" or question the validity of "these beliefs".
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "here" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: <t>Here</t> is an example.

Senses:
1. definition=in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is | examples=I work here
2. definition=in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail | examples=what do we have here?
3. definition=to this place (especially toward the speaker) | examples=come here, please
4. definition=at this time; now | examples=we'll adjourn here for lunch and discuss the remaining issues this afternoon

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the sense of the word "here" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Here is an example."
Senses:
1. in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
2. in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail (e.g., what do we have here?)
3. to this place (especially toward the speaker)
4. at this time; now

Wait, "Here is an example."
Is it "in this place" (as in, on this page, in this document)?
Actually, "Here is [something]" usually means "in this place" (e.g., in this document, at this point in the text).
Let's check WordNet senses for "here".
1. here (in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is) "I work here"; "turn here"; "radio waves received here on Earth" -> wait, "Here is an example" might be sense 1.
Wait, let's look at another WordNet sense:
"here" (used to introduce a new topic or point) -> "here is an example" could be related to "in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail"?
Let's check the exact WordNet definitions.
Sense 1: in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is. "I work here"
Sense 2: in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail. "what do we have here?"
Sense 3: to this place (especially toward the speaker). "come here, please"
Sense 4: at this time; now. "we'll adjourn here for lunch..."

Wait, "Here is an example."
If I say "Here is an example", "here" refers to the current point in the text or presentation. This is often considered Sense 1 (in or at this place, where the writer is, i.e., in this text).
Let's consider if it's Sense 1 or Sense 2.
"Here is an example" -> "Here" acts as a dummy subject or adverb of place? "In this place (in this document) is an example."
WordNet:
here (in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is) "I work here"; "turn here"; "radio waves received here on Earth"
here (in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail) "what do we have here?"; "here the interest is entirely on the buyer's side"
here (to this place; especially toward the speaker) "come here, please"
here (at this time; now) "we'll adjourn here for lunch and discuss the remaining issues this afternoon"

Wait, "Here is an example" is very close to "Here is the weather report" or "Here is..."
Could it be sense 1? Yes, "in this place" (in this book, on this page).
Let's search for "Here is an example" in WordNet examples. It's not explicitly there.
But "Here is..." usually maps to sense 1. "Here" = in this place.
Let's re-read sense 1: "in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is".
Sense 2: "in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail".

Is there another sense?
What about "here" as in "here is..."?
In WordNet, "here" has 4 adverb senses.
1. here, hither (to this place; especially toward the speaker) "come here, please" -> wait, the order in the prompt is:
1. in or at this place
2. in this circumstance
3. to this place
4. at this time

Let's check if "Here is an example" uses sense 1. "Here" refers to the location in the text. The writer is "here".
I will output 1.
Wait, could it be 1? Yes.
Let me double check if there's any ambiguity. "Here is an example." -> "In this place is an example." -> Sense 1.
I will return 1.


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

Sentence: Here is an <t>example</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=an item of information that is typical of a class or group | examples=this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome
2. definition=a representative form or pattern | examples=I profited from his example
3. definition=something to be imitated | examples=an exemplar of success
4. definition=punishment intended as a warning to others | examples=they decided to make an example of him
5. definition=an occurrence of something | examples=it was a case of bad judgment
6. definition=a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding | examples=you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook

reasoning_content:
The sentence is "Here is an example."
The word "example" is used in a very general sense, likely referring to an item of information that is typical of a class or group, or a representative form/pattern, or an occurrence.
Wait, let's look at the senses.
Sense 1: an item of information that is typical of a class or group. (e.g., "this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome")
Sense 2: a representative form or pattern. (e.g., "I profited from his example")
Sense 3: something to be imitated.
Sense 4: punishment intended as a warning.
Sense 5: an occurrence of something (e.g., "it was a case of bad judgment" - wait, the word is "case" here, but "example" can mean occurrence, like "an example of his bad behavior").
Sense 6: a task performed or problem solved (e.g., math examples).

"Here is an example." is a very generic sentence. Usually, when someone says "Here is an example", they are providing an item of information that is typical of a class or group to illustrate a point.
Let's consider WordNet senses for "example":
1. example, illustration, instance, representative (an item of information that is typical of a class or group) "this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome"; "provide an instance of the rule"
2. example, model (a representative form or pattern) "I profited from his example"
3. example, model (something to be imitated) "an exemplar of success"; "a model of clarity"; "he is the very model of a modern major general"
4. example, lesson, cautionary tale (punishment intended as a warning to others) "they decided to make an example of him"
5. example, case (an occurrence of something) "it was a case of bad judgment"; "another instance of drunken behavior"; "they had undeserved examples of good luck" -> wait, case, instance, example.
6. case, example (a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding) "you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook"

In the sentence "Here is an example.", it's most likely Sense 1 (an item of information that is typical of a class or group, i.e., an illustration).
Let's double check if there's any context. No context. "Here is an example" is the standard phrase used to introduce an illustration (Sense 1).

Let's review the options.
1: an item of information that is typical of a class or group
2: a representative form or pattern
"Here is an example" -> giving an illustration. Sense 1.

I will output 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: If I were to <t>ask</t> a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=inquire about | examples=I asked about their special today
2. definition=make a request or demand for something to somebody | examples=She asked him for a loan
3. definition=direct or put; seek an answer to | examples=ask a question
4. definition=consider obligatory; request and expect | examples=We require our secretary to be on time
5. definition=address a question to and expect an answer from | examples=Ask your teacher about trigonometry
6. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did
7. definition=require or ask for as a price or condition | examples=He is asking $200 for the table

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "ask" in the given sentence.
Sentence: If I were to <t>ask</t> a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. inquire about
2. make a request or demand for something to somebody
3. direct or put; seek an answer to (ask a question)
4. consider obligatory; request and expect
5. address a question to and expect an answer from (Ask your teacher about trigonometry)
6. require as useful, just, or proper
7. require or ask for as a price or condition

In the sentence, "ask" is used as in "ask a sample of American parents, 'Do you wish...'"
This means addressing a question to someone and expecting an answer.
Sense 5: address a question to and expect an answer from. Example: Ask your teacher about trigonometry.
Wait, Sense 3 is "direct or put; seek an answer to" (ask a question). Here the object is "a sample of American parents", not "a question".
Sense 5: "address a question to and expect an answer from". The object is the person being asked. "Ask your teacher". In the sentence, "ask a sample of American parents". This perfectly matches Sense 5.

Let's double check.
"ask [someone] [question]" -> address a question to and expect an answer from [someone].
Sense 5 fits best.

Number: 5.
Wait, let's review WordNet senses for "ask".
1. inquire about (ask about)
2. make a request or demand for something to somebody (ask for)
3. direct or put; seek an answer to (ask a question)
4. consider obligatory; request and expect (require, ask, expect)
5. address a question to and expect an answer from (ask)
6. require as useful, just, or proper (take, ask, cost, require)
7. require or ask for as a price or condition (ask)

Yes, Sense 5 is "address a question to and expect an answer from".
Example: Ask your teacher about trigonometry.
Sentence: ask a sample of American parents, "..."
Matches Sense 5.
Number is 5.


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

Sentence: If I were to ask a <t>sample</t> of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=a small part of something intended as representative of the whole
2. definition=items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population
3. definition=all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class

reasoning_content:
The sentence uses the word "sample" in the context of asking a group of American parents a question to represent the views of all American parents.
"a sample of American parents"
Sense 1: a small part of something intended as representative of the whole.
Sense 2: items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population. (Usually used in statistics/science, "items" refers to things or data points, though can be people. But Sense 1 is more general and fits "a sample of American parents" as a representative group). Wait, let's look closer. "items selected at random..." - the sentence doesn't explicitly mention random selection or testing hypotheses, just asking a representative group.
Sense 3: natural object collected and preserved. (Incorrect).

Let's re-read Sense 1 and Sense 2.
Sense 1: a small part of something intended as representative of the whole.
Sense 2: items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population.
In the sentence: "If I were to ask a sample of American parents..." This means a small part of American parents intended as representative of the whole. Sense 1 is the best fit.

Let's double check WordNet definitions.
WordNet "sample":
1. sample (a small part of something intended as representative of the whole)
2. sample, specimen (items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population)
3. sample (all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class; "his collection of rock samples")

The sentence "If I were to ask a sample of American parents..." uses "sample" to mean a representative subset. Sense 1.
Wait, "items selected at random" isSense 2. "sample of American parents" -> Sense 1.

Let's confirm.
Sense 1: a small part of something intended as representative of the whole.
Matches perfectly.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of <t>American</t> parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to the United States of America or its people or language or culture | examples=American citizens
2. definition=of or relating to or characteristic of the continents and islands of the Americas | examples=the American hemisphere

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "American" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "If I were to ask a sample of <t>American</t> parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. ""
Senses:
1. of or relating to the United States of America or its people or language or culture
2. of or relating to or characteristic of the continents and islands of the Americas

In the context of the sentence, "American parents" refers to parents from the United States.
Therefore, sense 1 is the correct sense.
I should return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American <t>parents</t>, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
2. definition=an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "parents" in the given sentence.
Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American <t>parents</t>, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Sense 1: a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
Sense 2: an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

In the sentence, "parents" refers to fathers and mothers of children in elementary schools.
This matches Sense 1.

I need to return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1


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

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to <t>encourage</t> creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=contribute to the progress or growth of | examples=I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
2. definition=inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
3. definition=spur on | examples=His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "If I were to ask a sample of American parents, 'Do you wish the elementary schools to <t>encourage</t> creativity in your children?' the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course.'"

The word is "encourage".
Senses:
1. contribute to the progress or growth of (e.g., promote)
2. inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
3. spur on (e.g., His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife)

In the sentence, schools are asked to "encourage creativity". This means to promote, foster, or contribute to the progress or growth of creativity.
Sense 1: contribute to the progress or growth of.
Sense 2: inspire with confidence (usually applied to people).
Sense 3: spur on (usually applied to people or actions).

"encourage creativity" -> foster/promote creativity -> Sense 1.

Let's double check.
Sense 1: contribute to the progress or growth of. Synonyms: promote, advance, boost, further, encourage.
Sentence: "encourage creativity" -> promote creativity.
Therefore, Sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "child" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your <t>children</t>? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. "

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

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your <t>children</t>? "the near-unanimous answer would be, "Yes, of course. ""

The word marked is "children".
The context is American parents talking about their children in elementary schools.
Elementary schools are for young people, but "your children" from the perspective of parents refers to their human offspring.
Wait, let's look at the senses.
Sense 1: a young person of either sex (e.g., she writes books for children)
Sense 2: a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age (e.g., they had three children)
Sense 3: an immature childish person
Sense 4: a member of a clan or tribe

In the sentence, "your children" refers to the offspring of the parents. The parents are asked about "your children". While they are young (in elementary school), the relationship emphasized is parent-offspring ("American parents... your children").
Let's consider WordNet senses for "child".
Sense 1: child, kid (a young person of either sex) "she writes books for children"; "they're just kids"; "his `n't"
Sense 2: child (a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age) "they had three children"; "Pamela was my firstborn"
Sense 3: child, kid (an immature childish person) "he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived"; "stop being a child!"
Sense 4: child (a member of a clan or tribe) "the children of Israel"

In "your children", it means offspring. "American parents... your children". The possessive "your" usually triggers the offspring sense (Sense 2).
Let's double check. If it's "parents ... your children", it's definitely Sense 2 (offspring).
Wait, could it be Sense 1? "young person". The children are in elementary school, so they are young. But "your children" explicitly relates them to the parents as offspring.
Usually, "my/your/his/her children" maps to Sense 2.
Let's confirm with similar WordNet examples. "they had three children" -> Sense 2.
"your children" -> offspring -> Sense 2.

Let me review if it could be 1. "she writes books for children" -> no possessive, just young people.
Here, it's "American parents... your children". The relationship is parent-child. Thus, human offspring. Sense 2.
Number: 2.
Decision: 2.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous <t>answer</t> would be, "Yes, of course. "

Senses:
1. definition=a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation | examples=I waited several days for his answer
2. definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution
3. definition=the speech act of replying to a question
4. definition=the principal pleading by the defendant in response to plaintiff's complaint; in criminal law it consists of the defendant's plea of `guilty' or `not guilty' (or nolo contendere); in civil law it must contain denials of all allegations in the plaintiff's complaint that the defendant hopes to controvert and it can contain affirmative defenses or counterclaims
5. definition=a nonverbal reaction | examples=his answer to any problem was to get drunk

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "If I were to ask a sample of American parents, "Do you wish the elementary schools to encourage creativity in your children? "the near-unanimous <t>answer</t> would be, "Yes, of course. ""
The word "answer" refers to the spoken or written reply to the question asked.
Looking at the senses:
1. definition=a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation | examples=I waited several days for his answer
2. definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
3. definition=the speech act of replying to a question
4. definition=the principal pleading by the defendant...
5. definition=a nonverbal reaction

Wait, is it 1 or 3?
"the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course.'"
Here, "answer" refers to the statement itself ("Yes, of course"), which is a statement made to reply to a question.
Sense 1: "a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question..."
Sense 3: "the speech act of replying to a question"
Usually, when it says "the answer would be, 'Yes, of course'", it's referring to the statement (the words "Yes, of course").
Let's check WordNet senses for "answer".
Sense 1: answer, reply, response (a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation) "I waited several days for his answer"; "he wrote replies to several of his critics"
Sense 2: solution, answer, result, resolution, solvation (a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem)
Sense 3: answer, reply, respond (the speech act of replying to a question)
Sense 4: answer (the principal pleading by the defendant...)
Sense 5: answer (a nonverbal reaction)

In the sentence, "the near-unanimous answer would be, 'Yes, of course.'" - "answer" is the statement.
Therefore, Sense 1.
Let's double check. "answer" as a statement vs speech act. "the answer would be 'Yes'" -> 'Yes' is the statement.
So it is Sense 1.
I will return 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: But what do we <t>mean</t>, specifically, by "creativity "?

Senses:
1. definition=mean or intend to express or convey | examples=You never understand what I mean!
2. definition=have as a logical consequence | examples=The water shortage means that we have to stop taking long showers
3. definition=denote or connote | examples=`maison' means `house' in French
4. definition=have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
5. definition=have a specified degree of importance | examples=My ex-husband means nothing to me
6. definition=intend to refer to | examples=I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France
7. definition=destine or designate for a certain purpose | examples=These flowers were meant for you

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "But what do we <t>mean</t>, specifically, by "creativity "?"
The word is "mean".
The context is asking for the definition or what is intended to be expressed by the word "creativity".
Let's look at the senses:
1. definition=mean or intend to express or convey | examples=You never understand what I mean!
2. definition=have as a logical consequence | examples=The water shortage means that we have to stop taking long showers
3. definition=denote or connote | examples=`maison' means `house' in French
4. definition=have in mind as a purpose | examples=I mean no harm
5. definition=have a specified degree of importance | examples=My ex-husband means nothing to me
6. definition=intend to refer to | examples=I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France
7. definition=destine or designate for a certain purpose | examples=These flowers were meant for you

In the sentence "what do we mean, specifically, by 'creativity'?", the speaker is asking what is intended to be expressed or conveyed by the term "creativity", or what the term denotes. Wait, "mean by" usually aligns with "intend to express or convey" (sense 1) or "denote or connote" (sense 3) or "intend to refer to" (sense 6).
Let's check WordNet senses for "mean":
Sense 1: mean, intend, signify, stand for (mean or intend to express or convey) "You never understand what I mean!"; "I mean to say that..."
Sense 2: imply, mean (have as a logical consequence) "The water shortage means that we have to stop taking long showers"
Sense 3: mean (denote or connote) "`maison' means `house' in French"; "An example sentence would show what this word means"
Sense 4: mean, intend (have in mind as a purpose) "I mean no harm"; "I only meant to help you"
Sense 5: mean (have a specified degree of importance) "My ex-husband means nothing to me"; "This means nothing to me"
Sense 6: mean, think of, have in mind, mean to refer to (intend to refer to) "I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France"
Sense 7: mean, intend, destine, designate (destine or designate for a certain purpose) "These flowers were meant for you"

Wait, "what do we mean by X" -> "mean or intend to express or convey".
Let's consider Sense 1 vs Sense 3.
Sense 3 is usually for words: "'maison' means 'house'". Here the subject is the word itself.
Sense 1 is for people: "what do we mean". The subject is "we". "You never understand what I mean".
So Sense 1 is the best fit, as the subject is "we" (people intending to express or convey).
Let's double check. "What do you mean by that?" -> Sense 1.
Yes, "mean or intend to express or convey".

Let's review the examples.
Sense 1: You never understand what I mean!
Sentence: But what do we mean, specifically, by "creativity"?
Subject is "we". People mean things. Words denote things.
So it is Sense 1.
Wait, could it be 6? "intend to refer to". Example: "I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France". Not quite.
Could it be 1? Yes.

Let's confirm if "what do we mean by" is Sense 1.
"mean, intend, signify, stand for" -> "mean or intend to express or convey".
Yes, Sense 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: No <t>one</t> can say.

Senses:
1. definition=the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number | examples=he has the one but will need a two and three to go with it
2. definition=a single person or thing | examples=he is the best one

reasoning_content:
The sentence is "No one can say."
The word "one" is used in the phrase "No one", which means "nobody" or "not a single person".
Looking at the senses:
1. definition=the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
2. definition=a single person or thing

In "No one", "one" refers to a single person (nobody).
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.
Let's double check. "No one" = not a single person. Sense 2: a single person or thing.
Yes, sense 2.


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

Sentence: In practice, it ends up being <t>equated</t> with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. "

Senses:
1. definition=consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous | examples=We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans
2. definition=be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics
3. definition=make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching | examples=let's equalize the duties among all employees in this office

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "In practice, it ends up being <t>equated</t> with a "self-expression "that encourages the youngsters' "self-esteem. ""
The word is "equated".
It means "considered or described as similar, equal, or analogous".
Sense 1: consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous.
Sense 2: be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics.
Sense 3: make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching.

"equated with" -> considered as similar or equal to.
Therefore, Sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "encourage" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that <t>encourages</t> the youngsters' "self-esteem. "

Senses:
1. definition=contribute to the progress or growth of | examples=I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
2. definition=inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
3. definition=spur on | examples=His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "In practice, it ends up being equated with a "self-expression "that <t>encourages</t> the youngsters' "self-esteem. ""
The word is "encourages".
The object is "the youngsters' 'self-esteem'".
Sense 1: contribute to the progress or growth of (promote, advance, further). Examples: I am promoting the use of computers...
Sense 2: inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to. (encourage a person).
Sense 3: spur on. (encourage someone to do something).

Here, "encourages" takes "self-esteem" as its object. It means to promote, foster, or contribute to the growth of self-esteem.
Therefore, it matches Sense 1: contribute to the progress or growth of.

Let's check the examples for Sense 1: "promote the use of computers". "encourage self-esteem" is very similar to "promote self-esteem" or "foster self-esteem".
Sense 2 usually takes a person as an object (e.g., encourage the youngsters).
Sense 3 usually takes a person and an infinitive or action (e.g., encouraged him to look).

So Sense 1 is the correct choice.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: The <t>result</t> is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves.

Senses:
1. definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
2. definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution
3. definition=something that results | examples=he listened for the results on the radio
4. definition=the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The result is a generation of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves."
The word "result" refers to an outcome or consequence of some previous phenomenon or action (likely referring to an educational system or societal trend mentioned previously in the context).
Let's look at the senses:
1. a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
2. a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem (this is "solution" or "answer")
3. something that results (e.g., election results, test results - "he listened for the results on the radio")
4. the semantic role of the noun phrase... (linguistics)

Sense 1 fits best: "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon". The "generation of young people..." is a phenomenon caused by something else.
Wait, let's distinguish between 1 and 3.
Sense 1: "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon" (consequence, effect, result, issue, upshot). Example: "the magnetic effect was greater..." (wait, the example is for "effect", but the synset is result/effect/consequence).
Sense 3: "something that results" (result, final result, resultant, solvation, termination). Example: "he listened for the results on the radio" (like sports results, election results).

In the sentence, "The result is a generation of young people..." - this is a consequence of some prior cause. Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate.

Let's double check WordNet.
Sense 1: consequence, effect, outcome, result, issue, upshot - a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon.
Sense 3: result, final result, resultant, solvation, termination - something that results. "he listened for the results on the radio"

Yes, Sense 1 is the correct sense for "consequence/outcome".

Let's review the sentence again: "The result is a generation of young people..."
This means the outcome/consequence is a generation...
So it is Sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "generation" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: The result is a <t>generation</t> of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves.

Senses:
1. definition=all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age
2. definition=group of genetically related organisms constituting a single step in the line of descent
3. definition=the normal time between successive generations | examples=they had to wait a generation for that prejudice to fade
4. definition=a stage of technological development or innovation | examples=the third generation of computers
5. definition=a coming into being
6. definition=the production of heat or electricity | examples=dams were built for the generation of electricity
7. definition=the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The result is a <t>generation</t> of young people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves."
The word "generation" refers to a group of young people living at the same time or of approximately the same age.
Looking at the senses:
1. all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age
2. group of genetically related organisms...
3. the normal time between successive generations
4. a stage of technological development
5. a coming into being
6. the production of heat or electricity
7. the act of producing offspring

Sense 1 fits perfectly: "all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age" (a generation of young people).

Let's double check.
"a generation of young people" -> refers to the cohort of people.
Sense 1: "all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age".
Yes, this is Sense 1.
Number to return: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: The result is a generation of <t>young</t> people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves.

Senses:
1. definition=(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth | examples=young people
2. definition=(of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | examples=new potatoes
3. definition=suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh | examples=he is young for his age
4. definition=being in its early stage | examples=a young industry
5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "young" in the given sentence.
Sentence: The result is a generation of <t>young</t> people whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves.

Senses:
1. definition=(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth | examples=young people
2. definition=(of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | examples=new potatoes
3. definition=suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh | examples=he is young for his age
4. definition=being in its early stage | examples=a young industry
5. definition=not tried or tested by experience | examples=unseasoned artillery volunteers

In the sentence, "young" modifies "people". The phrase is "young people".
Sense 1 explicitly has the example "young people" and the definition "(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth".

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


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

Sentence: The result is a generation of young <t>people</t> whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves.

Senses:
1. definition=(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people
2. definition=the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people
3. definition=members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations
4. definition=the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The result is a generation of young <t>people</t> whose ignorance and intellectual incompetence is matched only by their good opinion of themselves."
The word "people" here refers to a group of human beings, specifically "young people".
Let's check the senses:
1. (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people
2. the body of citizens of a state or country | examples=the Spanish people
3. members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations
4. the common people generally | examples=separate the warriors from the mass

"Young people" matches sense 1: any group of human beings collectively. Example given for sense 1 is "old people".
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.
End of thought process.