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

Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also <t>bright</t> with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them.

Senses:
1. definition=emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts | examples=the sun was bright and hot
2. definition=having striking color | examples=bright dress
3. definition=characterized by quickness and ease in learning | examples=some children are brighter in one subject than another
4. definition=having lots of light either natural or artificial | examples=the room was bright and airy
5. definition=made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow | examples=bright silver candlesticks
6. definition=splendid | examples=the bright stars of stage and screen
7. definition=not made dim or less bright | examples=undimmed headlights
8. definition=clear and sharp and ringing | examples=the bright sound of the trumpet section
9. definition=characterized by happiness or gladness | examples=bright faces
10. definition=full or promise | examples=had a bright future in publishing

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "bright" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also <t>bright</t> with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them.

Senses:
1. emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts (the sun was bright and hot)
2. having striking color (bright dress)
3. characterized by quickness and ease in learning (some children are brighter...)
4. having lots of light either natural or artificial (the room was bright...)
5. made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow (bright silver candlesticks)
6. splendid (the bright stars...)
7. not made dim or less bright (undimmed headlights)
8. clear and sharp and ringing (the bright sound...)
9. characterized by happiness or gladness (bright faces)
10. full or promise (had a bright future...)

In the sentence, "bright" refers to the eyes emitting or reflecting light, shining with a strange intensity, like a cold fire. Wait, could it be 1? "emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts". Eyes shining, bright with intensity. Let's check WordNet senses for "bright".
Sense 1: emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts. "the sun was bright and hot"; "bright headlights"; "bright stars" -> wait, sense 6 is splendid.
Let's re-read the senses.
1. emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
Could "bright with a strange intensity" mean emitting/reflecting light? Yes, eyes can be described as bright (shining).
Is there another sense? "bright" as in "bright eyes" - often means shining, reflecting light.
Let's consider "bright" in WordNet:
1. bright (emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts) "the sun was bright and hot"; "bright headlights"; "bright stars"
2. bright (having striking color) "bright dress"; "bright room" -> wait, sense 4 is having lots of light.
Let's check the exact WordNet definitions.
Adj:
1. bright (emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts) "the sun was bright and hot"; "bright headlights"
2. bright (having striking color) "bright dress"; "bright river rocks"
3. bright (characterized by quickness and ease in learning) "some children are brighter in one subject than another"; "a bright child"
4. bright (having lots of light either natural or artificial) "the room was bright and airy"; "a bright sunny day"
5. bright (made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow) "bright silver candlesticks"; "bright brass doorknobs"
6. bright (splendid) "the bright stars of stage and screen"; "a bright moment in history"; "the bright pageantry of court"
7. bright (not made dim or less bright) "undimmed headlights" (Wait, undimmed is a synonym?) -> actually WordNet has "bright" (not made dim or less bright) "undimmed headlights" - wait, "undimmed" is a synonym for bright? No, "bright" as in "undimmed".
8. bright (clear and sharp and ringing) "the bright sound of the trumpet section"; "the bright music" -> "bright" sound.
9. bright (characterized by happiness or gladness) "bright faces"; "all the world seems bright and gay"
10. bright (full or promise) "had a bright future in publishing"; "a bright outlook"

In the sentence: "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them."
"Bright" here means shining, emitting or reflecting light (metaphorically or literally, as in eyes shining). "cold fire burning" supports the "emitting light" sense.
Therefore, sense 1 is the best fit.

Let's double check if there's any other sense. "bright with a strange intensity" -> shining. Sense 1: emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts.
Could it be 9? "characterized by happiness or gladness" - No, "strange intensity", "cold fire".
Could it be 5? "reflecting a sheen or glow" - usually for metals (silver, brass).
So 1 is the most appropriate.
Eyes that were bright -> shining. Sense 1.
I will return 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a <t>strange</t> intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them.

Senses:
1. definition=being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird | examples=a strange exaltation that was indefinable
2. definition=not known before | examples=used many strange words
3. definition=relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world | examples=foreign nations

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reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a <t>strange</t> intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them."
The word "strange" here means unusual, out of the ordinary, unexpected, slightly odd or weird.
Sense 1: being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird | examples=a strange exaltation that was indefinable
Sense 2: not known before | examples=used many strange words
Sense 3: relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world | examples=foreign nations

"strange intensity" -> unusual, out of the ordinary intensity.
Sense 1 fits best.

Check Sense 1: "a strange exaltation that was indefinable" - matches "a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire".
Check Sense 2: "not known before" - doesn't fit.
Check Sense 3: "foreign" - doesn't fit.

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

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

Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange <t>intensity</t>, a sort of cold fire burning behind them.

Senses:
1. definition=the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) | examples=he adjusted the intensity of the sound
2. definition=high level or degree; the property of being intense
3. definition=the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction) | examples=the kids played their music at full volume
4. definition=chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange <t>intensity</t>, a sort of cold fire burning behind them."
The word "intensity" refers to the quality of being intense, a high level of emotion, passion, or focus in the eyes.
Let's look at the senses:
1. the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation)
2. high level or degree; the property of being intense
3. the magnitude of sound
4. chromatic purity

Sense 2 fits best: "high level or degree; the property of being intense". The eyes have a strange intensity (a high degree of emotion/focus).

Let's double check.
"Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity..."
Intensity here means the property of being intense (e.g., intense emotion, intense gaze).
Sense 2: high level or degree; the property of being intense.

Therefore, the answer is 2.


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

Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of <t>cold</t> fire burning behind them.

Senses:
1. definition=having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration | examples=a cold climate
2. definition=extended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion | examples=a cold unfriendly nod
3. definition=having lost freshness through passage of time | examples=a cold trail
4. definition=(color) giving no sensation of warmth | examples=a cold bluish grey
5. definition=marked by errorless familiarity | examples=had her lines cold before rehearsals started
6. definition=lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new | examples=moth-eaten theories about race
7. definition=so intense as to be almost uncontrollable | examples=cold fury gripped him
8. definition=sexually unresponsive | examples=was cold to his advances
9. definition=without compunction or human feeling | examples=in cold blood
10. definition=feeling or showing no enthusiasm | examples=a cold audience
11. definition=unconscious from a blow or shock or intoxication | examples=the boxer was out cold
12. definition=of a seeker; far from the object sought
13. definition=lacking the warmth of life | examples=cold in his grave

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "cold" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of <t>cold</t> fire burning behind them.

Let's evaluate the senses:
1. low temperature
2. psychological coldness
3. lost freshness
4. color
5. errorless familiarity
6. lacking originality
7. so intense as to be almost uncontrollable (e.g., cold fury) -> "cold fire" could be related to intense emotion/fury? Wait, "cold fire" is an oxymoron. Let's look at the options.
Wait, "cold fire" - fire is hot, but it's "cold".
Could it be 7? "so intense as to be almost uncontrollable" -> cold fury. But "cold fire" here means intense but lacking human warmth?
Let's re-read sense 7: "so intense as to be almost uncontrollable | examples=cold fury gripped him".
Wait, could it be 2? "without human warmth or emotion". A cold fire burning behind them.
Let's consider WordNet senses for "cold".
Sense 1: having a low or inadequate temperature
Sense 2: extended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion
Sense 3: having lost freshness
Sense 4: (color) giving no sensation of warmth
Sense 5: marked by errorless familiarity
Sense 6: lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new (wait, WordNet has "cold" as in "moth-eaten"? No, "cold" as in "cold joke"?)
Sense 7: so intense as to be almost uncontrollable. "cold fury gripped him".
Wait, does "cold fire" map to sense 7 or sense 2?
Actually, "cold" in "cold fire" or "cold fury" or "cold sweat"?
Let's check WordNet 3.1 for "cold".
Adjective:
1. cold (having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration) "a cold climate"; "a cold room"; "dinner has gotten cold"; "cold fingers"; "if you are cold, turn up the heat"; "a cold beer"
2. cold, frigid (extended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion) "a cold unfriendly nod"; "a cold and unaffectionate person"; "a cold impersonal manner"; "cold logic"; "the letter was brief and cold"
3. cold (having lost freshness through passage of time) "a cold trail"; "dogs attempting to catch a cold scent"
4. cold (color) (giving no sensation of warmth) "a cold bluish grey"
5. cold (marked by errorless familiarity) "had her lines cold before rehearsals started"
6. cold (lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new) "moth-eaten theories about race"-- New Republic
7. cold (so intense as to be almost uncontrollable) "cold fury gripped him"
8. cold, frigid, frosty, frozen, wintry (sexually unresponsive) "was cold to his advances"; "a frigid woman"
9. inhuman, cold-blooded, inhuman, insensate (without compunction or human feeling) "in cold blood" (Wait, sense 9 in the prompt is "without compunction or human feeling | examples=in cold blood", which corresponds to "cold" in "cold blood" or just "cold" as an adjective? WordNet: cold (without compunction or human feeling) "in cold blood")
10. cold (feeling or showing no enthusiasm) "a cold audience"; "a cold response to the new play"
11. cold (unconscious from a blow or shock or intoxication) "the boxer was out cold"
12. cold (of a seeker; far from the object sought)
13. cold (lacking the warmth of life) "cold in his grave"

In the sentence: "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them."
Is it sense 7? "so intense as to be almost uncontrollable" -> "cold fury". Here it's "cold fire". "strange intensity, a sort of cold fire". This aligns with intensity.
Wait, "cold fire" could just be an oxymoron for intense but emotionally detached (sense 2).
But let's look at the phrasing: "bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire". The word "intensity" directly points to sense 7 ("so intense as to be almost uncontrollable").
Wait, could it be 2? "psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion".
Let's search for "cold fire burning behind them". This might be from a specific book. "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them."
If it's from a book, "cold" modifies "fire". "cold fire" means intense.
Let's consider sense 7: "so intense as to be almost uncontrollable". Examples: "cold fury gripped him". "cold fire" is very similar to "cold fury".
Wait, could it be sense 2? "without human warmth or emotion". Eyes burning with a cold fire usually means they are intense but lack warm human emotion (e.g., ruthless, calculating).
But "strange intensity" is explicitly mentioned right before it. "bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire". This appositive equates "cold fire" with "strange intensity". Therefore, "cold" here emphasizes the intensity (sense 7) or the lack of warmth (sense 2)?
Actually, in WordNet, "cold" sense 7 is "so intense as to be almost uncontrollable". "cold fury", "cold fire".
Let's check if "cold fire" is an example for sense 7. No, the example is "cold fury gripped him".
What about "cold sweat"? That's not here.
Let's think if "cold" in "cold fire" means "intense". Yes, "cold" in "cold fury" means intense. "Cold fire" is a metaphor for intense emotion or passion that is restrained or lacks physical heat, but the sense of "cold" itself in this context (modifying fury, fire, etc.) is "so intense as to be almost uncontrollable".
Wait, "cold" in "cold fire" might just be literal (oxymoron) or sense 7.
Let's reconsider sense 7 vs sense 2.
Sentence: "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them."
If "cold" means "without human warmth", it would be "a cold fire" = a fire without warmth. But "fire" is already a metaphor for intensity/passion. "Cold" modifies it to mean it's intense but maybe unfeeling?
Actually, WordNet sense 7: "so intense as to be almost uncontrollable" -> "cold fury". "Cold fire" is practically synonymous with "cold fury" in this context (eyes burning with cold fire/fury).
Let's guess 7.

Wait, is there any other sense?
"cold" as in "cold fire" - could it be 7? Yes.
Let's double check if it could be 2. "extended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion". "a cold unfriendly nod".
If someone has "cold fire" in their eyes, it usually means they are very angry or intense, but in a controlled, chilling way. That matches "so intense as to be almost uncontrollable" (which is the definition for cold fury).
I will go with 7.
Let me review if it could be 7.
"bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire"
Intensity -> intense -> sense 7.

Let's do a sanity check on sense 7.
Definition: so intense as to be almost uncontrollable.
Examples: cold fury gripped him.
Sentence: ... a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire ...
The word "intensity" is a huge clue for sense 7.

I'll output 7.


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

Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold <t>fire</t> burning behind them.

Senses:
1. definition=the event of something burning (often destructive) | examples=they lost everything in the fire
2. definition=the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy | examples=hold your fire until you can see the whites of their eyes
3. definition=the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke | examples=fire was one of our ancestors' first discoveries
4. definition=a fireplace in which a relatively small fire is burning | examples=they sat by the fire and talked
5. definition=once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles)
6. definition=feelings of great warmth and intensity | examples=he spoke with great ardor
7. definition=fuel that is burning and is used as a means for cooking | examples=put the kettle on the fire
8. definition=a severe trial | examples=he went through fire and damnation
9. definition=intense adverse criticism | examples=Clinton directed his fire at the Republican Party

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "fire" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold <t>fire</t> burning behind them.

Senses:
1. the event of something burning
2. the act of firing weapons
3. the process of combustion
4. a fireplace
5. one of four elements
6. feelings of great warmth and intensity
7. fuel that is burning
8. a severe trial
9. intense adverse criticism

In the sentence, "fire" is used metaphorically to describe the intensity and brightness in someone's eyes ("a sort of cold fire burning behind them"). This corresponds to "feelings of great warmth and intensity" or passion/intensity in the eyes.
Wait, "cold fire" is a metaphor for intense emotion or passion, even if it's "cold". Sense 6: "feelings of great warmth and intensity" (e.g., he spoke with great ardor). The "fire" in the eyes represents intense emotion or passion.

Let's check the other senses.
1, 3, 4, 7 are literal fire.
2 is weapons.
5 is element.
8 is trial.
9 is criticism.

Therefore, Sense 6 is the only metaphorical sense related to emotion/intensity.

Let's double check. "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them."
Yes, this refers to the intensity of feeling/emotion. Sense 6 fits best.
Number: 6.
Option 6: definition=feelings of great warmth and intensity | examples=he spoke with great ardor.
Matches the metaphorical use of "fire" for passion/intensity.
Return only the number.
6.


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

Sentence: Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire <t>burning</t> behind them.

Senses:
1. definition=destroy by fire | examples=They burned the house and his diaries
2. definition=shine intensely, as if with heat | examples=The coals were glowing in the dark
3. definition=undergo combustion | examples=Maple wood burns well
4. definition=cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort | examples=The sun burned his face
5. definition=cause to burn or combust | examples=The sun burned off the fog
6. definition=feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion | examples=She was burning with anger
7. definition=cause to undergo combustion | examples=burn garbage
8. definition=burn at the stake | examples=Witches were burned in Salem
9. definition=spend (significant amounts of money) | examples=He has money to burn
10. definition=feel hot or painful | examples=My eyes are burning
11. definition=burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent | examples=The surgeon cauterized the wart
12. definition=get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun
13. definition=create by duplicating data | examples=cut a disk
14. definition=use up (energy) | examples=burn off calories through vigorous exercise
15. definition=burn with heat, fire, or radiation | examples=The iron burnt a hole in my dress

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire <t>burning</t> behind them."
The word is "burning".
The context describes eyes that are bright with a strange intensity, like a cold fire burning behind them.
Let's look at the senses:
1. destroy by fire
2. shine intensely, as if with heat (examples: The coals were glowing in the dark) - wait, "glowing" is the example, but "shine intensely" fits "bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning".
3. undergo combustion
4. cause a sharp or stinging pain
5. cause to burn or combust
6. feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion (e.g., burning with anger) - could it be this? "a sort of cold fire burning behind them" refers to the look in the eyes, shining intensely.
Wait, "shine intensely, as if with heat" -> "The coals were glowing in the dark". The definition is "shine intensely, as if with heat". The word "burn" can mean to shine or glow. "a cold fire burning" -> shining/glowing.
Let's check sense 2: "shine intensely, as if with heat".
Let's check sense 6: "feel strong emotion". The fire is burning behind the eyes. It's a metaphor for the eyes shining/glowing.
"a sort of cold fire burning behind them" -> the fire is burning (shining/glowing).
Is there a better fit?
In WordNet, "burn" has a sense: "shine intensely, as if with heat; 'The coals were glowing in the dark'; 'The eyes were burning with fever'". Wait, "burning with fever" is sense 10? No, sense 10 is "feel hot or painful" (My eyes are burning).
Wait, "shine intensely, as if with heat" is WordNet sense: burn, glow (shine intensely, as if with heat) "The coals were glowing in the dark"; "The eyes were burning with fever" - wait, the example in WordNet for "glow" might be different.
Let's check the exact WordNet senses for "burn":
1. destroy by fire
2. shine intensely, as if with heat (The coals were glowing in the dark) -> wait, the synset is `burn, glow` - shine intensely, as if with heat.
3. undergo combustion
4. cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort
5. cause to burn or combust
6. feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion (She was burning with anger)
7. cause to undergo combustion
8. burn at the stake
9. spend (significant amounts of money)
10. feel hot or painful (My eyes are burning)
11. burn, sear, or freeze (tissue)...
12. get a sunburn
13. create by duplicating data
14. use up (energy)
15. burn with heat, fire, or radiation

In the sentence: "Eyes that were clear, but also bright with a strange intensity, a sort of cold fire burning behind them."
"burning" refers to the "cold fire" which is "bright with a strange intensity". So it means "shine intensely".
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.
Let's double check.
"a sort of cold fire burning" -> fire burning -> shining intensely.
Sense 2: definition=shine intensely, as if with heat | examples=The coals were glowing in the dark.
Yes, sense 2.
Could it be 6? "feel strong emotion". The sentence says "a sort of cold fire burning behind them", referring to the eyes' appearance ("bright with a strange intensity"). It's about the visual aspect (bright, clear, cold fire). So "shine intensely" fits perfectly.
I will return 2.


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

Sentence: Why hadn't he <t>noticed</t> it before?

Senses:
1. definition=discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | examples=She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water
2. definition=notice or perceive | examples=She noted that someone was following her
3. definition=make or write a comment on | examples=he commented the paper of his colleague
4. definition=express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with | examples=He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Why hadn't he noticed it before?"
The word is "noticed".
Let's look at the senses:
1. discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of (detect, find, discover, notice) - e.g., She detected high levels...
2. notice or perceive (observe, note, take note, notice) - e.g., She noted that someone was following her.
3. make or write a comment on (comment, notice)
4. express recognition of the presence or existence of (acknowledge, notice) - e.g., He never acknowledges his colleagues...

Wait, the WordNet senses for "notice":
Sense 1: notice, observe, note, take note (discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of) "She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water" -> wait, "detect" is the example. Let's check WordNet.
WordNet "notice" verb:
1. notice, observe, note, take note (discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of) "She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water"; "We found traces of lead in the paint" -> wait, the examples for sense 1 in WordNet are usually for "detect"? Ah, the synset is {detect, observe, find, discover, notice}.
Let's re-read the prompt's examples:
Sense 1: definition=discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | examples=She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water (This is the synset for detect, observe, find, discover, notice).
Sense 2: definition=notice or perceive | examples=She noted that someone was following her (This is the synset for note, observe, take note, notice). Wait, "notice" is in both?
Let's check WordNet verb "notice":
1. detect, observe, find, discover, notice (discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of)
2. note, observe, take note, notice (notice or perceive) "She noted that someone was following her"
3. comment, notice (make or write a comment on)
4. acknowledge, notice (express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with) "He never acknowledges his colleagues"

In the sentence "Why hadn't he noticed it before?", it means to perceive or become aware of.
Is it Sense 1 or Sense 2?
"Why hadn't he noticed it before?" -> to perceive, to become aware of.
Let's consider "notice" in "Why hadn't he noticed it before?"
Usually, "notice" as in "perceive" is Sense 2. "She noted that someone was following her" -> note/observe/take note/notice.
Wait, "notice" meaning "to become aware of" is often Sense 2. Let's check the exact WordNet sense for "Why hadn't he noticed it before?"
Actually, in WordNet, "notice" (verb) has 4 senses.
Sense 1: detect, observe, find, discover, notice. Examples: "She detected high levels of lead..."
Sense 2: note, observe, take note, notice. Examples: "She noted that someone was following her".
Sense 3: comment, notice.
Sense 4: acknowledge, notice.

Is "Why hadn't he noticed it before?" an example from WordNet?
No, the prompt doesn't say it's an example, just asks which sense is used.
"notice" in "Why hadn't he noticed it before?" means to perceive or become aware of something.
Could it be Sense 2? "notice or perceive".
Let's look at Sense 2: "notice or perceive". "She noted that someone was following her".
Sense 1: "discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of".
"noticed it" -> perceived it. So Sense 2.
Wait, let's think if Sense 2 is "note, observe, take note, notice" and Sense 1 is "detect, observe, find, discover, notice".
Often, "notice" in the context of "seeing" or "perceiving" something in plain sight is Sense 2. "Notice or perceive".
Let's search for "Why hadn't he noticed it before?" in WordNet or similar corpora. It's a very common phrase.
If I have to choose between 1 and 2:
Sense 1 is more about scientific discovery or finding something hidden (detect, find, discover).
Sense 2 is about casual observation or perception (note, observe, take note, notice). "She noted that someone was following her."
"noticed it" -> perceived it. Therefore, Sense 2.

Let me double check the exact definitions in WordNet 3.1.
Verb: notice
1. (14) detect, observe, find, discover, notice -- (discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of; "She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water"; "We found traces of lead in the paint")
2. (11) note, observe, take note, notice -- (notice or perceive; "She noted that someone was following her")
3. (3) comment, notice -- (make or write a comment on; "he commented the paper of his colleague")
4. (2) acknowledge, notice -- (express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with; "He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway")

In "Why hadn't he noticed it before?", "notice" means to perceive. Thus, Sense 2.
Wait, could it be Sense 1? "discover or determine the existence..." No, "it" is already there, he just didn't perceive it. So Sense 2 is much better.

Let's do a sanity check on "notice" senses.
1: detect, observe, find, discover, notice
2: note, observe, take note, notice
Sentence: "Why hadn't he noticed it before?"
If someone says "I didn't notice the sign", it's perceive (Sense 2).
If someone says "I noticed a flaw in the argument", it could be detect (Sense 1) or perceive (Sense 2).
"noticed it" -> perceive -> 2.

I will output 2.


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

Sentence: No, the <t>man</t> was not drunk

Senses:
1. definition=an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) | examples=there were two women and six men on the bus
2. definition=someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | examples=two men stood sentry duty
3. definition=the generic use of the word to refer to any human being | examples=it was every man for himself
4. definition=any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
5. definition=a male subordinate | examples=the chief stationed two men outside the building
6. definition=an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) | examples=the army will make a man of you
7. definition=a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer | examples=Jeeves was Bertie Wooster's man
8. definition=a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman | examples=she takes good care of her man
9. definition=one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea
10. definition=game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games | examples=he taught me to set up the men on the chess board
11. definition=all of the living human inhabitants of the earth | examples=all the world loves a lover

reasoning_content:
The sentence is "No, the <t>man</t> was not drunk".
The word "man" here refers to an adult male person.
Looking at the senses:
1. an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
2. someone who serves in the armed forces
3. the generic use of the word to refer to any human being
4. any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae
5. a male subordinate
6. an adult male person who has a manly character
7. a manservant
8. a male person who plays a significant role...
9. one of the British Isles
10. game equipment
11. all of the living human inhabitants

Sense 1 fits best: "an adult person who is male". The sentence "No, the man was not drunk" uses "man" in its most basic sense, referring to a specific adult male.

Let's double check.
"No, the man was not drunk" -> refers to a specific male person.
Sense 1: "an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) | examples=there were two women and six men on the bus"

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

Sentence: No, the man was not <t>drunk</t>

Senses:
1. definition=stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) | examples=a noisy crowd of intoxicated sailors
2. definition=as if under the influence of alcohol | examples=felt intoxicated by her success

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "No, the man was not <t>drunk</t>"
The word is "drunk".
Sense 1: stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)
Sense 2: as if under the influence of alcohol

In the sentence, "the man was not drunk", "drunk" refers to being intoxicated by alcohol (or another chemical substance).
Sense 1 is the literal meaning of being drunk.
Sense 2 is the figurative meaning (e.g., drunk on power, drunk on success).

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


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

Sentence: He <t>wondered</t> how he got tied up with this stranger.

Senses:
1. definition=have a wish or desire to know something | examples=He wondered who had built this beautiful church
2. definition=place in doubt or express doubtful speculation | examples=I wonder whether this was the right thing to do
3. definition=be amazed at | examples=We marvelled at the child's linguistic abilities

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "He wondered how he got tied up with this stranger."
The word is "wondered".
Sense 1: have a wish or desire to know something. Example: He wondered who had built this beautiful church.
Sense 2: place in doubt or express doubtful speculation. Example: I wonder whether this was the right thing to do.
Sense 3: be amazed at. Example: We marvelled at the child's linguistic abilities.

In the sentence, "He wondered how he got tied up with this stranger", he is asking himself the question "how did I get tied up with this stranger?" - he has a desire to know how it happened. This matches Sense 1.
Wait, let's look at Sense 1 vs Sense 2.
Sense 1: "He wondered who..." -> "He wondered how..."
Sense 2: "I wonder whether..." -> expresses doubt.
Here, it's an interrogative clause "how he got tied up", which aligns with "who had built" in Sense 1.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct match.
Let's double check.
"He wondered how he got tied up with this stranger." -> He wanted to know how he got tied up.
Yes, Sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "get" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: He wondered how he <t>got</t> tied up with this stranger.

Senses:
1. definition=come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | examples=She got a lot of paintings from her uncle
2. definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news
3. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | examples=He got his squad on the ball
4. definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation
5. definition=reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress | examples=She arrived home at 7 o'clock
6. definition=go or come after and bring or take back | examples=Get me those books over there, please
7. definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | examples=get an idea
8. definition=take vengeance on or get even | examples=We'll get them!
9. definition=achieve a point or goal | examples=Nicklaus had a 70
10. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR
11. definition=succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase | examples=We finally got the suspect
12. definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | examples=He grew a beard
13. definition=be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness | examples=He got AIDS
14. definition=communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone | examples=Bill called this number and he got Mary
15. definition=give certain properties to something | examples=get someone mad
16. definition=move into a desired direction of discourse | examples=What are you driving at?
17. definition=grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of | examples=did you catch that allusion?
18. definition=attract and fix | examples=His look caught her
19. definition=reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot | examples=the rock caught her in the back of the head
20. definition=reach by calculation | examples=What do you get when you add up these numbers?
21. definition=acquire as a result of some effort or action | examples=You cannot get water out of a stone
22. definition=purchase | examples=What did you get at the toy store?
23. definition=perceive by hearing | examples=I didn't catch your name
24. definition=suffer from the receipt of | examples=She will catch hell for this behavior!
25. definition=receive as a retribution or punishment | examples=He got 5 years in prison
26. definition=leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form | examples=Scram!
27. definition=reach and board | examples=She got the bus just as it was leaving
28. definition=irritate | examples=Her childish behavior really get to me
29. definition=evoke an emotional response | examples=Brahms's `Requiem' gets me every time
30. definition=apprehend and reproduce accurately | examples=She really caught the spirit of the place in her drawings
31. definition=earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher | examples=He drew a base on balls
32. definition=overcome or destroy | examples=The ice storm got my hibiscus
33. definition=be a mystery or bewildering to | examples=This beats me!
34. definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | examples=We began working at dawn
35. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident
36. definition=make children | examples=Abraham begot Isaac

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "He wondered how he got tied up with this stranger."
The word is "got".
The phrase is "got tied up". "Tied up" is a state or condition. "Got" here means "became" or "entered a state".
Let's check the senses:
1. come into possession
2. enter or assume a certain state or condition (e.g., He became annoyed) -> "got tied up" fits this. "get" + past participle acting as an adjective/state.
3. cause to move
4. receive specified treatment
5. reach destination
6. go or come after
7. go through (mental or physical states) -> "get an idea"
Let's re-examine 2: "enter or assume a certain state or condition". Examples: "He became annoyed when he heard the bad news". "got tied up" -> entered the state of being tied up (involved).
Wait, "get tied up" means to become involved. "get" + adjective/participle.
Sense 2: enter or assume a certain state or condition.
Let's check other options.
Could it be 15? give certain properties to something (get someone mad) - no, this is reflexive/passive.
Could it be 7? go through (mental or physical states or experiences) - "get an idea", "get a cold".
Sense 2 is "enter or assume a certain state or condition". "He became annoyed" -> "He got annoyed". "He got tied up" -> He became tied up.
Yes, Sense 2 is the best fit for "get" + past participle indicating a change of state.
Let's double check WordNet senses for "get".
Sense: enter or assume a certain state or condition; "He became annoyed when he heard the bad news"; "It must be getting more serious"; "her face went red with anger"; "She went into ecstasy"; "Get going!"
This perfectly matches "got tied up".
Number is 2.
Let's review the sentence again: "He wondered how he got tied up with this stranger."
"got" = became.
Sense 2: definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition.
Matches perfectly.
Number: 2.
I will return 2.


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

Sentence: He wondered how he got tied up with this <t>stranger</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
2. definition=an individual that one is not acquainted with

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "He wondered how he got tied up with this stranger."
The word is "stranger".
Sense 1: anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found (e.g., "he is a stranger to this place").
Sense 2: an individual that one is not acquainted with (e.g., "don't talk to strangers").

In the sentence, "tied up with this stranger" implies he doesn't know the person he got involved with. It refers to an individual he is not acquainted with.
Let's check WordNet senses for "stranger":
1. stranger, alien, unknown - anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
2. stranger - an individual that one is not acquainted with

Wait, "tied up with this stranger" -> a person he doesn't know. Sense 2.
Let's double check. If I say "I met a stranger", it's sense 2. "He is a stranger in a strange land" -> sense 1.
"He wondered how he got tied up with this stranger." -> He doesn't know this person. Sense 2.

Let's confirm.
Sense 1: anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
Sense 2: an individual that one is not acquainted with

Yes, Sense 2 fits perfectly.
Number: 2.


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

Sentence: But, of course, he <t>remembered</t> now.

Senses:
1. definition=recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection | examples=I can't remember saying any such thing
2. definition=keep in mind for attention or consideration | examples=Remember the Alamo
3. definition=recapture the past; indulge in memories | examples=he remembered how he used to pick flowers
4. definition=show appreciation to | examples=He remembered her in his will
5. definition=mention favorably, as in prayer | examples=remember me in your prayers
6. definition=mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship | examples=Remember me to your wife
7. definition=exercise, or have the power of, memory | examples=After the shelling, many people lost the ability to remember
8. definition=call to remembrance; keep alive the memory of someone or something, as in a ceremony | examples=We remembered the 50th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "But, of course, he <t>remembered</t> now."
I need to identify which sense of "remember" is used in this sentence.
Senses:
1. recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
2. keep in mind for attention or consideration
3. recapture the past; indulge in memories
4. show appreciation to
5. mention favorably, as in prayer
6. mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship
7. exercise, or have the power of, memory
8. call to remembrance; keep alive the memory of someone or something, as in a ceremony

In the sentence "But, of course, he remembered now," the meaning is that he recalled something from his memory, he had a recollection of something he had previously forgotten or not thought about.
This fits Sense 1: "recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection".

Let's check the other senses:
2. keep in mind (e.g., Remember the Alamo) - No.
3. recapture the past (e.g., he remembered how he used to pick flowers) - No, it's just a simple recollection of a fact or event.
4. show appreciation to - No.
5. mention favorably - No.
6. mention as by way of greeting - No.
7. exercise the power of memory - No.
8. call to remembrance - No.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct answer.
Sentence: "But, of course, he remembered now." -> He recalled it.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: It was blurred, after two <t>hours</t> of steady drinking, but the occasion of it came back to him.

Senses:
1. definition=a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day | examples=the job will take more than an hour
2. definition=clock time | examples=the hour is getting late
3. definition=a special and memorable period | examples=it was their finest hour
4. definition=distance measured by the time taken to cover it | examples=we live an hour from the airport

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "It was blurred, after two <t>hours</t> of steady drinking, but the occasion of it came back to him."
The word is "hours".
Sense 1: a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day. Examples: the job will take more than an hour.
Sense 2: clock time. Examples: the hour is getting late.
Sense 3: a special and memorable period. Examples: it was their finest hour.
Sense 4: distance measured by the time taken to cover it. Examples: we live an hour from the airport.

In the sentence, "two hours of steady drinking" refers to a period of time equal to 2 * 1/24th of a day. So it's Sense 1.
Let's double check. Yes, it means a duration of 120 minutes.
Therefore, Sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "steady" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: It was blurred, after two hours of <t>steady</t> drinking, but the occasion of it came back to him.

Senses:
1. definition=not subject to change or variation especially in behavior | examples=a steady beat
2. definition=not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall | examples=stocks are still firm
3. definition=securely in position; not shaky | examples=held the ladder steady
4. definition=marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable | examples=firm convictions
5. definition=relating to a person who does something regularly | examples=a regular customer
6. definition=not easily excited or upset | examples=steady nerves

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "It was blurred, after two hours of <t>steady</t> drinking, but the occasion of it came back to him."
The word is "steady".
In this context, "steady drinking" means continuous, regular, uninterrupted drinking.
Looking at the senses:
1. not subject to change or variation especially in behavior | a steady beat (continuous, constant)
2. not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall | stocks are still firm
3. securely in position; not shaky | held the ladder steady
4. marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable | firm convictions
5. relating to a person who does something regularly | a regular customer (Wait, "regular" is the word here, but the sense is for "steady" as in "steady boyfriend"?)
6. not easily excited or upset | steady nerves

Let's re-examine sense 1: "not subject to change or variation especially in behavior" - "a steady beat", "steady rain", "steady drinking". Continuous, constant.
Is there a better fit?
WordNet senses for "steady":
1. steady (not subject to change or variation especially in behavior) "a steady beat"; "a steady income"; "a steady rain"
2. firm, steady (not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall) "stocks are still firm"
3. steady (securely in position; not shaky) "held the ladder steady"
4. steadfast, steady, unswerving, unwavering (marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable) "firm convictions"; "a firm mouth"
5. regular, steady (relating to a person who does something regularly) "a regular customer"; "a steady drinker" -> Wait! "steady drinker" is an example for sense 5? Let me check.
Ah, sense 5: "relating to a person who does something regularly" - "a regular customer", "a steady drinker". But the sentence says "steady drinking", not "steady drinker".
Wait, does "steady drinking" fall under sense 1 (continuous) or sense 5 (regular)?
Let's check WordNet for "steady".
Adjective:
1. steady (not subject to change or variation especially in behavior) "a steady beat"; "a steady income"; "a steady rain" -> constant, continuous.
2. firm, steady (not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall) "stocks are still firm"
3. steady (securely in position; not shaky) "held the ladder steady"
4. steadfast, steady, unswerving, unwavering (marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable) "firm convictions"
5. regular, steady (relating to a person who does something regularly) "a regular customer"; "a steady drinker" -> wait, is "steady drinking" sense 1 or 5?
Usually, "steady" as in "steady rain", "steady drinking", "steady flow" is sense 1. "Steady drinker" might be sense 5, but "steady drinking" is an activity that is continuous.
Wait, let's look at the exact WordNet definition for Sense 1: "not subject to change or variation especially in behavior". Examples: "a steady beat", "a steady income", "a steady rain".
Let's check if there is an exact match for "steady drinking" in WordNet or if it's considered Sense 1.
"It was blurred, after two hours of steady drinking..."
Two hours of continuous drinking. This means uninterrupted, constant. Sense 1.

Let's review Sense 1: "not subject to change or variation especially in behavior"
Sense 5: "relating to a person who does something regularly" (e.g., a steady boyfriend, a steady customer). "steady drinking" is not a person.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate.
Let's double check.
"steady"
1. not subject to change or variation especially in behavior
2. not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall
3. securely in position; not shaky
4. marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
5. relating to a person who does something regularly
6. not easily excited or upset

"steady drinking" -> continuous, constant. Matches Sense 1.

I will return 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: It was blurred, after two hours of steady <t>drinking</t>, but the occasion of it came back to him.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of consuming liquids
2. definition=the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | examples=drink was his downfall

reasoning_content:
The sentence is "It was blurred, after two hours of steady drinking, but the occasion of it came back to him."
The word is "drinking".
Context: "two hours of steady drinking" implies drinking alcohol, likely to the point of getting blurred (drunk).
Sense 1: the act of consuming liquids.
Sense 2: the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess.
"steady drinking" for two hours resulting in a blurred memory/vision implies drinking alcohol to excess.
Therefore, Sense 2 is the correct one.
Let's double check. "blurred" refers to memory or vision, "occasion of it came back to him" -> memory. So he got drunk.
Sense 2 fits perfectly.
Number: 2.
Return only the number.


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

Sentence: The <t>stranger</t>, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection.

Senses:
1. definition=anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
2. definition=an individual that one is not acquainted with

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection."
The word "stranger" refers to a person whom the speaker/narrator does not know.
Sense 1: anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found.
Sense 2: an individual that one is not acquainted with.

In this context, "stranger" just means a person the narrator doesn't know (an unknown person walking on the street). It doesn't necessarily imply they don't belong in the environment.
Therefore, Sense 2 is the correct sense.
Let's double check. "The stranger" - a person not known to the observer. Yes, Sense 2.
Number: 2.
Return only the number.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: The stranger, his <t>head</t> seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection.

Senses:
1. definition=the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains | examples=he stuck his head out the window
2. definition=a single domestic animal | examples=200 head of cattle
3. definition=that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason | examples=his mind wandered
4. definition=a person who is in charge | examples=the head of the whole operation
5. definition=the front of a military formation or procession | examples=the head of the column advanced boldly
6. definition=the pressure exerted by a fluid | examples=a head of steam
7. definition=the top of something | examples=the head of the stairs
8. definition=the source of water from which a stream arises | examples=they tracked him back toward the head of the stream
9. definition=(grammar) the word in a grammatical constituent that plays the same grammatical role as the whole constituent
10. definition=the tip of an abscess (where the pus accumulates)
11. definition=the length or height based on the size of a human or animal head | examples=he is two heads taller than his little sister
12. definition=a dense cluster of flowers or foliage | examples=a head of cauliflower
13. definition=the educator who has executive authority for a school | examples=she sent unruly pupils to see the principal
14. definition=an individual person | examples=tickets are $5 per head
15. definition=a user of (usually soft) drugs | examples=the office was full of secret heads
16. definition=a natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea)
17. definition=a rounded compact mass | examples=the head of a comet
18. definition=the foam or froth that accumulates at the top when you pour an effervescent liquid into a container | examples=the beer had a large head of foam
19. definition=the part in the front or nearest the viewer | examples=he was in the forefront
20. definition=a difficult juncture | examples=a pretty pass
21. definition=forward movement | examples=the ship made little headway against the gale
22. definition=a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer | examples=the point of the arrow was due north
23. definition=the subject matter at issue | examples=the question of disease merits serious discussion
24. definition=a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about | examples=the heading seemed to have little to do with the text
25. definition=the rounded end of a bone that fits into a rounded cavity in another bone to form a joint | examples=the head of the humerus
26. definition=that part of a skeletal muscle that is away from the bone that it moves
27. definition=(computer science) a tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to write and read magnetic patterns on a disk
28. definition=(usually plural) the obverse side of a coin that usually bears the representation of a person's head | examples=call heads or tails!
29. definition=the striking part of a tool | examples=the head of the hammer
30. definition=(nautical) a toilet on board a boat or ship
31. definition=a projection out from one end; , | examples=the head of the nail
32. definition=a membrane that is stretched taut over a drum
33. definition=oral stimulation of the genitals | examples=they say he gives good head

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his <t>head</t> seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection."
The word is "head".
In this context, "head" refers to the upper part of the human body, which contains the brain and face. The phrase "his head seemingly sunk in thought" implies his physical head was bowed or lowered because he was thinking.
Wait, let's look at the options.
1. the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
3. that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason (mind)

Is it 1 or 3? "his head seemingly sunk in thought". "sunk in thought" modifies "head". Can "mind" be sunk in thought? Usually, a person is sunk in thought, or his physical head is bowed/sunk. "his head [was] seemingly sunk in thought". This refers to the physical head being lowered.
Let's check the examples for 1: "he stuck his head out the window".
Let's check the examples for 3: "his mind wandered" (wait, the definition says "head" but the example says "mind"? Ah, "use your head", "it went to his head").
Actually, "head" as in the physical body part is 1. "his head seemingly sunk" -> physical head dropped down.
So it is 1.

Let's double check.
"his head seemingly sunk in thought" -> physical posture. The head is drooped.
Therefore, sense 1.
End of thought.
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[User]
Which numbered sense of "thought" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the sentence below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Sentence: The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in <t>thought</t>, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection.

Senses:
1. definition=the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about | examples=it was not a good idea
2. definition=the process of using your mind to consider something carefully | examples=thinking always made him frown
3. definition=the organized beliefs of a period or group or individual | examples=19th century thought
4. definition=a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty | examples=my opinion differs from yours

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in <t>thought</t>, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection."
The word "thought" here refers to the process of thinking, being deep in thought.
Let's check the senses:
1. the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about (e.g., it was not a good idea - wait, "idea" is the example, but "thought" as in "my thoughts are with you" or "a sudden thought")
2. the process of using your mind to consider something carefully (e.g., thinking always made him frown, "sunk in thought" implies the process of thinking, deep in meditation/thinking).
3. the organized beliefs of a period or group or individual (e.g., 19th century thought)
4. a personal belief or judgment (e.g., my opinion differs from yours)

"sunk in thought" means deeply engaged in the process of thinking.
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.
Let's double check WordNet senses for "thought".
Sense 1: thought, thinking, thought process, cerebration, intellection, mentation (the process of using your mind to consider something carefully) "thinking always made him frown"; "she paused for thought"
Wait, the examples in the prompt for sense 2: "thinking always made him frown".
Sense 2 in WordNet: idea, thought (the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about) "it was not a good idea"; "his thoughts were interrupted"
Wait, the prompt has:
1. definition=the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about | examples=it was not a good idea
2. definition=the process of using your mind to consider something carefully | examples=thinking always made him frown

Yes, "sunk in thought" aligns with "the process of using your mind to consider something carefully" or just the state of thinking.
Thus, sense 2.
Let me verify if "sunk in thought" is process or content. "Deep in thought" -> process of thinking.
I will return 2.


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

Sentence: The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, <t>started</t> to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection.

Senses:
1. definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | examples=We began working at dawn
2. definition=set in motion, cause to start | examples=The U.S. started a war in the Middle East
3. definition=leave | examples=The family took off for Florida
4. definition=have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense | examples=The DMZ begins right over the hill
5. definition=bring into being | examples=He initiated a new program
6. definition=get off the ground | examples=Who started this company?
7. definition=move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm | examples=She startled when I walked into the room
8. definition=get going or set in motion | examples=We simply could not start the engine
9. definition=begin or set in motion | examples=I start at eight in the morning
10. definition=begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job | examples=Take up a position
11. definition=play in the starting lineup
12. definition=have a beginning characterized in some specified way | examples=The novel begins with a murder
13. definition=begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object | examples=begin a cigar
14. definition=bulge outward | examples=His eyes popped

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection."
The word is "started".
Context: "started to cross the street" -> began the action of crossing the street.
Looking at the senses:
1. take the first step or steps in carrying out an action (e.g., We began working at dawn) -> "started to cross" fits this perfectly.
2. set in motion, cause to start
3. leave
4. have a beginning
5. bring into being
6. get off the ground
7. move or jump suddenly
8. get going or set in motion
9. begin or set in motion (I start at eight)
10. begin work
11. play in starting lineup
12. have a beginning characterized...
13. begin an event...
14. bulge outward

Sense 1: "take the first step or steps in carrying out an action" - "started to cross" means he took the first steps in carrying out the action of crossing.

Let's double check.
"started to cross" -> begin doing something.
Sense 1 matches "We began working at dawn". "started to cross" = "began to cross".

Therefore, sense 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to <t>cross</t> the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection.

Senses:
1. definition=travel across or pass over | examples=The caravan covered almost 100 miles each day
2. definition=meet at a point
3. definition=hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of | examples=What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge
4. definition=fold so as to resemble a cross | examples=she crossed her legs
5. definition=to cover or extend over an area or time period; , | examples=Rivers traverse the valley floor
6. definition=meet and pass | examples=the trains crossed
7. definition=trace a line through or across | examples=cross your `t'
8. definition=breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties | examples=cross a horse and a donkey

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to <t>cross</t> the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection."
The word "cross" here means to travel across or pass over the street.
Let's check the senses:
1. definition=travel across or pass over | examples=The caravan covered almost 100 miles each day
2. definition=meet at a point
3. definition=hinder or prevent...
4. definition=fold so as to resemble a cross...
5. definition=to cover or extend over an area or time period...
6. definition=meet and pass...
7. definition=trace a line through or across...
8. definition=breed animals...

Sense 1 fits perfectly: "travel across or pass over". The stranger started to travel across the street.

Let's double check.
"cross the street" -> travel across or pass over.
Yes, Sense 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the <t>street</t> against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection.

Senses:
1. definition=a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings | examples=they walked the streets of the small town
2. definition=the part of a thoroughfare between the sidewalks; the part of the thoroughfare on which vehicles travel | examples=be careful crossing the street
3. definition=the streets of a city viewed as a depressed environment in which there is poverty and crime and prostitution and dereliction | examples=she tried to keep her children off the street
4. definition=a situation offering opportunities | examples=he worked both sides of the street
5. definition=people living or working on the same street | examples=the whole street protested the absence of street lights

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the <t>street</t> against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection."
The word "street" refers to the part of the thoroughfare where vehicles travel, as indicated by "cross the street", "against the light", and "moving van roared through the intersection".
Sense 2 is "the part of a thoroughfare between the sidewalks; the part of the thoroughfare on which vehicles travel | examples=be careful crossing the street".
This perfectly matches the usage in the sentence.
Sense 1 is a thoroughfare lined with buildings.
Sense 3 is the streets as a depressed environment.
Sense 4 is a situation offering opportunities.
Sense 5 is people living or working on the same street.

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
Double check: "cross the street" -> Sense 2 example is exactly "be careful crossing the street".
Matches perfectly.
Return only the number: 2.


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

Sentence: The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the <t>light</t> just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection.

Senses:
1. definition=(physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation | examples=the light was filtered through a soft glass window
2. definition=any device serving as a source of illumination | examples=he stopped the car and turned off the lights
3. definition=a particular perspective or aspect of a situation | examples=although he saw it in a different light, he still did not understand
4. definition=the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light | examples=its luminosity is measured relative to that of our sun
5. definition=an illuminated area | examples=he stepped into the light
6. definition=a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination | examples=follow God's light
7. definition=the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures | examples=he could paint the lightest light and the darkest dark
8. definition=a person regarded very fondly | examples=the light of my life
9. definition=having abundant light or illumination | examples=they played as long as it was light
10. definition=mental understanding as an enlightening experience | examples=he finally saw the light
11. definition=merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance | examples=he had a sparkle in his eye
12. definition=public awareness | examples=it brought the scandal to light
13. definition=a divine presence believed by Quakers to enlighten and guide the soul
14. definition=a visual warning signal | examples=they saw the light of the beacon
15. definition=a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires | examples=do you have a light?

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the <t>light</t> just as a huge moving van roared through the intersection."
The word "light" here refers to a traffic light (a visual warning signal or a device serving as a source of illumination? Wait, "traffic light" is a visual signal).
Let's check the senses.
1. electromagnetic radiation
2. any device serving as a source of illumination (e.g., turned off the lights)
3. perspective
4. quality of being luminous
5. illuminated area
6. spiritual awareness
7. visual effect in pictures
8. person regarded fondly
9. having abundant light
10. mental understanding
11. merriment
12. public awareness
13. divine presence
14. a visual warning signal (e.g., they saw the light of the beacon) -> Wait, traffic light is a visual signal.
15. device for lighting fuel (e.g., do you have a light?)

Let's rethink: WordNet senses for "light".
Sense: traffic light. Is it "a visual warning signal"?
In WordNet, "light" (a visual warning signal) -> "they saw the light of the beacon", "traffic light" is often under "visual signal" or "traffic light" itself.
Wait, let's look at Sense 14: "a visual warning signal | examples=they saw the light of the beacon". A traffic light is a visual warning signal.
Wait, could it be Sense 2: "any device serving as a source of illumination | examples=he stopped the car and turned off the lights"? Traffic lights are devices serving as a source of illumination? No, they are signals.
Let's check WordNet for "traffic light". Synonyms: traffic light, traffic signal, stop light.
But the word is just "light". "against the light" means against the traffic light.
Is there a sense for "traffic light" specifically?
Let's check the exact WordNet definitions for "light":
1. light, visible light, visible radiation (electromagnetic radiation...)
2. light, light source (any device serving as a source of illumination...)
3. light, luminosity, luminance... (the quality of being luminous...) -> wait, sense 4 is luminosity.
Let's match the given senses to WordNet:
1. light, visible light, visible radiation
2. light, light source
3. light (a particular perspective...)
4. light, luminosity, luminance, luminousness
5. light, illumination (an illuminated area)
6. light (condition of spiritual awareness)
7. light (visual effect of illumination... in pictures)
8. light (a person regarded very fondly)
9. light, lighted (having abundant light...) -> Wait, this is an adjective sense? "they played as long as it was light" - adjective.
10. light, illumination (mental understanding...)
11. light (merriment expressed by a brightness...) -> "he had a sparkle in his eye" - wait, the word is "light"? "the light in his eye"?
12. light (public awareness) "bring to light"
13. Inner Light, Light (divine presence... Quakers)
14. light (a visual warning signal) "they saw the light of the beacon" -> wait, is "traffic light" under this? WordNet: "light" (a visual warning signal) "they saw the light of the beacon".
15. light, lighter (a device for lighting or igniting...)

Wait, "against the light" refers to a traffic light. A traffic light is a visual signal.
Is it sense 14? "a visual warning signal".
Let's check if there's any other sense.
Could it be 14? Yes. "traffic light" is a type of visual signal.
Wait, in WordNet, "light" as "traffic light" might be under "a visual warning signal" (sense 14).
Let's double check.
WordNet 3.1:
Noun:
1. light, visible light, visible radiation
2. light, light source
3. light (a particular perspective or aspect of a situation)
4. light, luminosity, luminance, luminousness
5. light, illumination (an illuminated area)
6. light (a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination)
7. light (the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures)
8. light (a person regarded very fondly)
9. light (merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance) -> "there was a light in her eye"
10. light (public awareness) -> "brought to light"
11. Inner Light, Light (a divine presence believed by Quakers...)
12. light (a visual warning signal) -> "they saw the light of the beacon"
13. light, lighter (a device for lighting or igniting...)

Verb:
...
Adjective:
... "light" (having abundant light or illumination) "they played as long as it was light"

So sense 14 in the prompt corresponds to WordNet noun sense 12 ("a visual warning signal").
Wait, the numbering in the prompt is:
1. physics
2. device serving as source
3. perspective
4. quality of being luminous
5. illuminated area
6. spiritual awareness
7. visual effect in pictures
8. person regarded fondly
9. having abundant light (adj)
10. mental understanding
11. merriment
12. public awareness
13. divine presence Quakers
14. visual warning signal
15. device for igniting

Yes, "traffic light" is a visual warning signal. Therefore, it is sense 14.
Let's confirm if "traffic light" could be sense 2 "any device serving as a source of illumination". A traffic light doesn't illuminate the street, it signals. So 14 is much more accurate.
"against the light" = against the red light = against the visual warning signal.
I will return 14.
There is no ambiguity.
Number 14.
Let's quickly check if "against the light" could mean something else. No, it's definitely a traffic light.
Traffic light = visual warning signal.
Matches 14.
Done.


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

Sentence: The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van <t>roared</t> through the intersection.

Senses:
1. definition=make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles | examples=The wind was howling in the trees
2. definition=utter words loudly and forcefully | examples=`Get out of here,' he roared
3. definition=emit long loud cries | examples=wail in self-pity
4. definition=act or proceed in a riotous, turbulent, or disorderly way; -R.A.Billington | examples=desperadoes from the hills regularly roared in to take over the town
5. definition=make a loud noise, as of animal | examples=The bull bellowed
6. definition=laugh unrestrainedly and heartily

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van <t>roared</t> through the intersection."
The word "roared" is used to describe the sound made by a "huge moving van".
Looking at the senses:
1. make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles
2. utter words loudly and forcefully
3. emit long loud cries
4. act or proceed in a riotous, turbulent, or disorderly way
5. make a loud noise, as of animal
6. laugh unrestrainedly and heartily

Sense 1 specifically mentions "vehicles". A moving van is a vehicle.
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the <t>intersection</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a point where lines intersect
2. definition=a junction where one street or road crosses another
3. definition=a point or set of points common to two or more geometric configurations
4. definition=the set of elements common to two or more sets | examples=the set of red hats is the intersection of the set of hats and the set of red things
5. definition=a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena | examples=there was no overlap between their proposals
6. definition=the act of intersecting (as joining by causing your path to intersect your target's path)

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The stranger, his head seemingly sunk in thought, started to cross the street against the light just as a huge moving van roared through the <t>intersection</t>."
The word "intersection" refers to a place where streets cross, specifically a street intersection where a moving van roared through and a stranger was crossing the street.
Looking at the senses:
1. a point where lines intersect
2. a junction where one street or road crosses another
3. a point or set of points common to two or more geometric configurations
4. the set of elements common to two or more sets
5. a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena
6. the act of intersecting

Sense 2 fits perfectly: "a junction where one street or road crosses another".
The number is 2.
Double check: yes, "cross the street", "roared through the intersection". Sense 2.
Return only the number.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: <t>Brakes</t> howled and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before.

Senses:
1. definition=a restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle
2. definition=any of various ferns of the genus Pteris having pinnately compound leaves and including several popular houseplants
3. definition=large coarse fern often several feet high; essentially weed ferns; cosmopolitan
4. definition=an area thickly overgrown usually with one kind of plant
5. definition=anything that slows or hinders a process | examples=she wan not ready to put the brakes on her life with a marriage

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "brake" (marked as <t>Brakes</t>) in the given sentence.
Sentence: "<t>Brakes</t> howled and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before."

The word "Brakes" refers to the device used to slow or stop a vehicle, as indicated by "howled" (the sound of brakes) and "horn blared" (car horn), and the context of a man almost being hit (by a vehicle).

Let's look at the senses:
1. a restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle
2. any of various ferns...
3. large coarse fern...
4. an area thickly overgrown...
5. anything that slows or hinders a process...

Sense 1 fits perfectly.

I need to return ONLY the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: Brakes <t>howled</t> and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before.

Senses:
1. definition=emit long loud cries | examples=wail in self-pity
2. definition=cry loudly, as of animals | examples=The coyotes were howling in the desert
3. definition=make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles | examples=The wind was howling in the trees
4. definition=laugh unrestrainedly and heartily

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Brakes <t>howled</t> and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before."
The word "howled" refers to the brakes making a loud noise.
Brakes are part of a vehicle.
Sense 1: emit long loud cries (human)
Sense 2: cry loudly, as of animals
Sense 3: make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles
Sense 4: laugh unrestrainedly and heartily

Sense 3 explicitly mentions "vehicles". Brakes are part of vehicles.
Therefore, the correct sense is 3.
Let's double check. "make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles". Yes, brakes howling fits perfectly.
Return only the number.
Number: 3.


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

Sentence: Brakes howled and a <t>horn</t> blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before.

Senses:
1. definition=a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it
2. definition=one of the bony outgrowths on the heads of certain ungulates
3. definition=a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning
4. definition=a high pommel of a Western saddle (usually metal covered with leather)
5. definition=a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves
6. definition=any hard protuberance from the head of an organism that is similar to or suggestive of a horn
7. definition=the material (mostly keratin) that covers the horns of ungulates and forms hooves and claws and nails
8. definition=a device having the shape of a horn | examples=horns at the ends of a new moon
9. definition=an alarm device that makes a loud warning sound
10. definition=a brass musical instrument consisting of a conical tube that is coiled into a spiral and played by means of valves
11. definition=a device on an automobile for making a warning noise

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Brakes howled and a <t>horn</t> blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before."
The word "horn" refers to the warning device on an automobile.
Let's look at the senses:
1. noisemaker (parties)
2. bony outgrowths (ungulates)
3. a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning
4. high pommel of a Western saddle
5. brass musical instrument (trumpet/cornet?)
6. hard protuberance
7. material (keratin)
8. device having the shape of a horn
9. alarm device
10. brass musical instrument (French horn)
11. a device on an automobile for making a warning noise

Wait, sense 3 is "a noise made by the driver...". But the sentence says "a horn blared furiously". The horn is the device itself, not the noise.
Sense 11 is "a device on an automobile for making a warning noise".
Let's check sense 11 vs sense 3.
Sentence: "Brakes howled and a horn blared furiously..."
"horn" here is the device on the car. So sense 11 fits perfectly.
Let's double check WordNet senses for "horn".
Sense: a device on an automobile for making a warning noise. (e.g., "he dropped the can and the horn blew") -> actually, "horn" as the device.
Sense 11: definition=a device on an automobile for making a warning noise.
Yes, 11 is the correct sense.
Let me review 3: "a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning" - this would be "he sounded the horn" or "the horn" as the sound, but usually "honk" or "toot" is the sound, or "he gave a horn". But "a horn blared" refers to the device blaring. Wait, "blare" can be used for the device. "The horn blared".
WordNet:
horn (a device on an automobile for making a warning noise) "he dropped the can and the horn blew" -> wait, no.
Actually, let's look at the exact definitions from WordNet.
1. horn, trumpet, cornet, brass (a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves) -> 5
2. horn (a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it) -> 1
3. horn (one of the bony outgrowths on the heads of certain ungulates) -> 2
4. horn, saddle horn (a high pommel of a Western saddle (usually metal covered with leather)) -> 4
5. horn (a brass musical instrument consisting of a conical tube that is coiled into a spiral and played by means of valves) -> 10 (French horn)
6. horn, antler (any hard protuberance from the head of an organism that is similar to or suggestive of a horn) -> 6
7. horn (the material (mostly keratin) that covers the horns of ungulates and forms hooves and claws and nails) -> 7
8. horn (a device having the shape of a horn) "the horns at the ends of a new moon" -> 8
9. horn, automobile horn, motor horn, hooter, tooter (a device on an automobile for making a warning noise) -> 11
10. horn (a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning) -> wait, is this a sense? "he sounded the horn" -> "horn" as the sound? No, "he sounded the horn" uses the device sense. What about "he gave a loud horn"?
Actually, the exact WordNet synsets for "horn":
- horn, automobile horn, motor horn, hooter, tooter (a device on an automobile for making a warning noise)
- horn, trumpet, cornet, brass (a brass musical instrument...)
- horn (a noisemaker...)
- horn (one of the bony outgrowths...)
- saddle horn, horn (a high pommel...)
- horn (the material...)
- horn (a device having the shape of a horn)
- horn (a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning) -> wait, does this exist? Yes, maybe "he gave a loud horn".
But in "a horn blared furiously", it's the device. So 11.

Let's carefully verify 11.
"definition=a device on an automobile for making a warning noise"
Matches perfectly with the context of "Brakes howled and a horn blared...".
Number 11.
I will return 11.


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

Sentence: Brakes howled and a horn <t>blared</t> furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before.

Senses:
1. definition=make a strident sound | examples=She tended to blast when speaking into a microphone
2. definition=make a loud noise | examples=The horns of the taxis blared

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Brakes howled and a horn <t>blared</t> furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before."
The target word is "blared" (from blare).
Senses:
1. definition=make a strident sound | examples=She tended to blast when speaking into a microphone (Wait, the example says "blast", but the sense is for "blare" probably, or it's a synonym. Actually, WordNet sense 1 for blare: make a strident sound; "She tended to blast when speaking into a microphone")
2. definition=make a loud noise | examples=The horns of the taxis blared

In the sentence, "a horn blared furiously".
Sense 2 example: "The horns of the taxis blared".
This perfectly matches Sense 2 (make a loud noise).

Let's double check.
Sense 1: make a strident sound (usually voice or instrument, example: speaking into a microphone).
Sense 2: make a loud noise (example: horns blared).

Sentence has "a horn blared".
So Sense 2 is the correct one.
Number: 2.
Re-verify:
Sense 1: blare, blast - make a strident sound
Sense 2: blare - make a loud noise; "The horns of the taxis blared"

Matches perfectly with 2.
Return only the number.
End of thought.
2


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

Sentence: Brakes howled and a horn blared furiously, but the <t>man</t> would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before.

Senses:
1. definition=an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) | examples=there were two women and six men on the bus
2. definition=someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force | examples=two men stood sentry duty
3. definition=the generic use of the word to refer to any human being | examples=it was every man for himself
4. definition=any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
5. definition=a male subordinate | examples=the chief stationed two men outside the building
6. definition=an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) | examples=the army will make a man of you
7. definition=a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer | examples=Jeeves was Bertie Wooster's man
8. definition=a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman | examples=she takes good care of her man
9. definition=one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea
10. definition=game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games | examples=he taught me to set up the men on the chess board
11. definition=all of the living human inhabitants of the earth | examples=all the world loves a lover

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Brakes howled and a horn blared furiously, but the <t>man</t> would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before."
The word "man" refers to an adult male person who was almost hit by a vehicle.
Looking at the senses:
1. an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
2. someone who serves in the armed forces
3. generic use
4. Hominidae
5. male subordinate
6. adult male person who has a manly character
7. manservant
8. husband/lover/boyfriend
9. British Isles
10. game equipment
11. all living human inhabitants

Sense 1 fits perfectly. It refers to a specific adult male person.
Let's double check. "the man would have been hit" -> an adult person who is male.
Sense 1 is the most appropriate.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: Brakes howled and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been <t>hit</t> if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before.

Senses:
1. definition=cause to move by striking | examples=hit a ball
2. definition=hit against; come into sudden contact with | examples=The car hit a tree
3. definition=deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument | examples=He hit her hard in the face
4. definition=reach a destination, either real or abstract | examples=We hit Detroit by noon
5. definition=affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely | examples=We were hit by really bad weather
6. definition=hit with a missile from a weapon
7. definition=encounter by chance | examples=I stumbled across a long-lost cousin last night in a restaurant
8. definition=gain points in a game | examples=The home team scored many times
9. definition=cause to experience suddenly | examples=Panic struck me
10. definition=make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target | examples=The Germans struck Poland on Sept. 1, 1939
11. definition=kill intentionally and with premeditation | examples=The mafia boss ordered his enemies murdered
12. definition=drive something violently into a location | examples=he hit his fist on the table
13. definition=reach a point in time, or a certain state or level | examples=The thermometer hit 100 degrees
14. definition=produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically | examples=The pianist strikes a middle C
15. definition=consume to excess | examples=hit the bottle
16. definition=hit the intended target or goal
17. definition=pay unsolicited and usually unwanted sexual attention to | examples=He tries to hit on women in bars

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Brakes howled and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been <t>hit</t> if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before."
The word is "hit".
Context: A vehicle (implied by brakes and horn) was going to strike the man. "the man would have been hit" means the vehicle would have hit against him / come into sudden contact with him.
Let's check the senses:
1. cause to move by striking (hit a ball)
2. hit against; come into sudden contact with (The car hit a tree) -> "the man would have been hit [by the car]"
3. deal a blow to (He hit her hard)
4. reach a destination
5. affect or afflict suddenly
6. hit with a missile
7. encounter by chance
8. gain points
9. cause to experience suddenly
10. make a strategic assault
11. kill intentionally
12. drive something violently
13. reach a point in time
14. produce by manipulating keys
15. consume to excess
16. hit the intended target
17. pay unsolicited sexual attention

Sense 2 perfectly matches "The car hit a tree" -> "the car would have hit the man" -> "the man would have been hit".

Let's double check.
"Brakes howled and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before."
The car would have hit the man.
Sense 2: hit against; come into sudden contact with. Examples: The car hit a tree.
Yes, Sense 2.
Number: 2.
Return only the number.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Brakes howled and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't <t>called out</t> to him a second before.

Senses:
1. definition=utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy | examples=`I won!' he exclaimed
2. definition=call out loudly, as of names or numbers
3. definition=challenge to a duel | examples=Aaron Burr called out Alexander Hamilton

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Brakes howled and a horn blared furiously, but the man would have been hit if Phil hadn't called out to him a second before."
Here, "called out" means to shout or yell to someone, to utter aloud to warn them.
Sense 1: utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy. (e.g., exclaimed, called out). Wait, "called out" in the sense of shouting a warning.
Sense 2: call out loudly, as of names or numbers. (e.g., calling out names).
Sense 3: challenge to a duel.

Let's look at the options.
"called out to him" -> shouted to him.
Is it Sense 1 or Sense 2?
Sense 1 definition: utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy. Synonyms: exclaim, cry out, cry, call out.
Sense 2 definition: call out loudly, as of names or numbers.

In WordNet:
Sense 1: exclaim, cry, cry out, outcry, call out, shout - utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy.
Sense 2: call out - call out loudly, as of names or numbers.
Sense 3: call out - challenge to a duel.

In the sentence, Phil shouted a warning to the man. "called out to him". This aligns with Sense 1 (cry out, shout, exclaim).
Wait, "call out" as in "shout" is Sense 1. "He called out to him" -> he shouted.
Let's double check.
Sense 1: utter aloud.
Sense 2: call out loudly, as of names or numbers. (e.g. "The teacher called out the names").
Here, Phil didn't call out names or numbers. He just shouted to him (uttered aloud). So Sense 1.

Let's review the exact WordNet definitions.
exclaim, cry, cry out, outcry, call out, shout: utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy.
call out: call out loudly, as of names or numbers.

"called out to him" -> shouted to him. Shout is a synonym for Sense 1.
Therefore, Sense 1 is correct.
I will return 1.
End of thought.