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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the <t>most</t> common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=used to form the superlative | examples=the king cobra is the most dangerous snake
2. definition=very | examples=a most welcome relief
3. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "most" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the <t>most</t> common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."

Senses:
1. definition=used to form the superlative | examples=the king cobra is the most dangerous snake
2. definition=very | examples=a most welcome relief
3. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

In the sentence, "most" is used to form the superlative of "common" ("the most common").
This matches sense 1.

Let's double check.
"the most common" -> superlative.
Sense 1: used to form the superlative.
Sense 2: very (e.g., a most welcome relief).
Sense 3: almost (e.g., most done).

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


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most <t>common</t> and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public | examples=for the common good
2. definition=having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual | examples=the common man
3. definition=common to or shared by two or more parties | examples=a common friend
4. definition=commonly encountered | examples=a common (or familiar) complaint
5. definition=being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language | examples=common parlance
6. definition=of or associated with the great masses of people | examples=the common people in those days suffered greatly
7. definition=of low or inferior quality or value; - Shakespeare | examples=of what coarse metal ye are molded
8. definition=lacking refinement or cultivation or taste | examples=he had coarse manners but a first-rate mind
9. definition=to be expected; standard | examples=common decency

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reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most <t>common</t> and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."
The word "common" here means frequently encountered or occurring, widely known, or prevalent.
Let's look at the senses:
1. belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public
2. having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual
3. common to or shared by two or more parties
4. commonly encountered
5. being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language
6. of or associated with the great masses of people
7. of low or inferior quality or value
8. lacking refinement or cultivation or taste
9. to be expected; standard

Wait, "commonly encountered" (sense 4) or "widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual" (sense 2)?
Let's check WordNet for "common".
Sense 1: belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public. "for the common good"
Sense 2: having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual. "the common man"
Sense 3: common to or shared by two or more parties. "a common friend"
Sense 4: commonly encountered. "a common (or familiar) complaint"
Wait, "most common" in the context of diseases usually means "frequently occurring" or "commonly encountered".
Let's see: "commonly encountered" (Sense 4) vs "widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual" (Sense 2).
Actually, WordNet sense 4 is "commonly encountered". Example: "a common (or familiar) complaint".
Wait, WordNet sense 2 is "having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual".
Let's check WordNet for "common" adjective.
1. common, mutual - belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public
2. common - having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual
3. common - common to or shared by two or more parties
4. common - commonly encountered
5. common - being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language
6. common - of or associated with the great masses of people
7. common - of low or inferior quality or value
8. common - lacking refinement or cultivation or taste
9. common - to be expected; standard

In the sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease..."
Is it sense 4? "commonly encountered"
Let's search for "most common" in WordNet.
Actually, the definition "commonly encountered" fits "most common forms of the disease".
Let's consider "commonly encountered" (4).
Wait, "commonly encountered" is sense 4.
Let's check if there is a better fit.
"commonly encountered" -> "a common (or familiar) complaint"
"having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual" -> "the common man"
In the sentence, "most common" means most frequently occurring or encountered.
Sense 4: commonly encountered.
Let's look at similar examples. "common cold" -> commonly encountered.
"common forms of the disease" -> commonly encountered.
I will choose 4.
Wait, let's re-read sense 4: "commonly encountered".
Let's re-read sense 2: "having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual".
If it's "most common", it means most frequently encountered.
I'll go with 4.
Let's double check.
"Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease"
"common" here means frequently occurring.
Sense 4: commonly encountered.
Yes, 4 is the best fit.
Another option: 2. But 2 emphasizes "having no special distinction or quality; average or ordinary or usual". Cancers are not "average or ordinary or usual" in the sense of "the common man". They are "commonly encountered".
So 4 is correct.
I will output 4.

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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal <t>forms</t> of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something | examples=the inflected forms of a word can be represented by a stem and a list of inflections to be attached
2. definition=a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality | examples=sculpture is a form of art
3. definition=a perceptual structure | examples=the composition presents problems for students of musical form
4. definition=any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) | examples=he could barely make out their shapes
5. definition=alternative names for the body of a human being | examples=Leonardo studied the human body
6. definition=the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance | examples=geometry is the mathematical science of shape
7. definition=the visual appearance of something or someone | examples=the delicate cast of his features
8. definition=a printed document with spaces in which to write | examples=he filled out his tax form
9. definition=(biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups | examples=a new strain of microorganisms
10. definition=an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse | examples=the essay was in the form of a dialogue
11. definition=a particular mode in which something is manifested | examples=his resentment took the form of extreme hostility
12. definition=(physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary | examples=the reaction occurs in the liquid phase of the system
13. definition=a body of students who are taught together | examples=early morning classes are always sleepy
14. definition=an ability to perform well | examples=he was at the top of his form
15. definition=a life-size dummy used to display clothes
16. definition=a mold for setting concrete | examples=they built elaborate forms for pouring the foundation

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "form" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal <t>forms</t> of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."

Let's look at the senses:
1. phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word
2. a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality (e.g., sculpture is a form of art)
3. a perceptual structure
4. any spatial attributes
5. alternative names for the body of a human being
6. the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
7. the visual appearance of something or someone
8. a printed document with spaces in which to write
9. (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups
10. an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse
11. a particular mode in which something is manifested
12. (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system
13. a body of students who are taught together
14. an ability to perform well
15. a life-size dummy used to display clothes
16. a mold for setting concrete

In the sentence, "forms of the disease" refers to categories or types of the disease (colon, lung, breast cancers).
Sense 2: "a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality" -> "sculpture is a form of art". This perfectly matches "forms of the disease".

Let's double check.
"Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease"
"forms" here means types, categories, varieties.
Sense 2 fits best.

Let's review the options.
1. word form
2. category of things (sculpture is a form of art) -> cancer is a form of disease.
3. perceptual structure
4. spatial attributes
5. human body
6. spatial arrangement
7. visual appearance
8. printed document
9. biology group of organisms
10. arrangement of elements
11. particular mode in which something is manifested (his resentment took the form of extreme hostility) - could this be it? "forms of the disease" vs "mode in which something is manifested". "Category of things" is a better fit for "cancers are forms of the disease".
Wait, "cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease". Cancer is a category of disease.
Sense 2: "a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality"
Examples: "sculpture is a form of art", "what form of government do you have?"
Yes, "forms of the disease" = categories/types of the disease.

Let's confirm sense 2.
"sculpture is a form of art" -> "cancer is a form of disease".
Matches perfectly.
Number is 2.


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively <t>killing</t> almost 200,000 Americans a year.

Senses:
1. definition=cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly | examples=This man killed several people when he tried to rob a bank
2. definition=thwart the passage of | examples=kill a motion
3. definition=end or extinguish by forceful means | examples=Stamp out poverty!
4. definition=be fatal | examples=cigarettes kill
5. definition=be the source of great pain for | examples=These new shoes are killing me!
6. definition=overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration | examples=The comedian was so funny, he was killing me!
7. definition=hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games | examples=She killed the ball
8. definition=hit with great force | examples=He killed the ball
9. definition=deprive of life | examples=AIDS has killed thousands in Africa
10. definition=cause the death of, without intention | examples=She was killed in the collision of three cars
11. definition=drink down entirely | examples=He downed three martinis before dinner
12. definition=mark for deletion, rub off, or erase | examples=kill these lines in the President's speech
13. definition=tire out completely | examples=The daily stress of her work is killing her
14. definition=cause to cease operating | examples=kill the engine
15. definition=destroy a vitally essential quality of or in | examples=Eating artichokes kills the taste of all other foods

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively <t>killing</t> almost 200,000 Americans a year."
The word "killing" here means causing death, specifically being fatal.
Let's look at the senses:
1. cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly
4. be fatal | examples=cigarettes kill
9. deprive of life | examples=AIDS has killed thousands in Africa
10. cause the death of, without intention | examples=She was killed in the collision of three cars

Wait, "cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."
Is it 4 or 9?
Sense 4: "be fatal" - cigarettes kill.
Sense 9: "deprive of life" - AIDS has killed thousands in Africa.
Wait, "killing almost 200,000 Americans a year" is very similar to "AIDS has killed thousands in Africa".
Let's check the examples.
Sense 4: "cigarettes kill" (intransitive)
Sense 9: "deprive of life" (transitive) "AIDS has killed thousands in Africa"
In the sentence, "killing" is transitive: "killing almost 200,000 Americans a year".
So it matches sense 9.
Let's double check.
Sense 9: deprive of life. Example: AIDS has killed thousands in Africa.
Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a year.
Yes, "killing" takes a direct object "almost 200,000 Americans a year".
Sense 4 is intransitive: "cigarettes kill".
Therefore, sense 9 is the correct one.
Let's review the options.
1. intentionally or knowingly
4. be fatal (intransitive)
9. deprive of life (transitive, disease killing people)
10. cause the death of, without intention (accidents)

So 9 is the best fit.
Let's confirm.
"deprive of life" -> "AIDS has killed thousands in Africa"
"Colon, lung and breast cancers ... killing almost 200,000 Americans a year."
Matches perfectly.
Number is 9.
I will return 9.


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 <t>Americans</t> a year.

Senses:
1. definition=a native or inhabitant of the United States
2. definition=the English language as used in the United States
3. definition=a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "Americans" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 <t>Americans</t> a year."
Senses:
1. definition=a native or inhabitant of the United States
2. definition=the English language as used in the United States
3. definition=a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country

In the sentence, "Americans" refers to people living in the United States who are killed by cancer.
Therefore, sense 1 is the correct one.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a <t>year</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | examples=she is 4 years old
2. definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. definition=a body of students who graduate together | examples=the class of '97

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "year" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Colon, lung and breast cancers are the most common and lethal forms of the disease, collectively killing almost 200,000 Americans a <t>year</t>."

Senses:
1. definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | examples=she is 4 years old
2. definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. definition=a body of students who graduate together | examples=the class of '97

In the sentence, "a year" refers to a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days, indicating the rate of deaths per year.
This matches sense 1.

Let's double check.
"a year" = per year, every year, a period of 365 days.
Sense 1: a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days.
Sense 2: a school year, etc.
Sense 3: planetary revolution.
Sense 4: graduating class.

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


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

Sentence: <t>Right</t> now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=precisely, exactly | examples=stand right here!
2. definition=immediately | examples=she called right after dinner
3. definition=exactly | examples=he fell flop on his face
4. definition=toward or on the right; also used figuratively | examples=he looked right and left
5. definition=in the right manner | examples=please do your job properly!
6. definition=an interjection expressing agreement
7. definition=completely | examples=she felt right at home
8. definition=(Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree | examples=the baby is mighty cute
9. definition=in accordance with moral or social standards | examples=that serves him right
10. definition=in an accurate manner | examples=the flower had been correctly depicted by his son

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "right" in the given sentence.
Sentence: <t>Right</t> now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

The phrase is "Right now".
"Right now" means "immediately" or "at this very moment".
Let's check the senses:
1. precisely, exactly (stand right here!)
2. immediately (she called right after dinner)
3. exactly (he fell flop on his face)
4. toward or on the right
5. in the right manner
6. an interjection expressing agreement
7. completely (she felt right at home)
8. very; to a great degree
9. in accordance with moral or social standards
10. in an accurate manner

"Right now" is an adverbial phrase meaning "immediately" or "at this exact moment".
Sense 2: "immediately" | examples=she called right after dinner.
Wait, "right now" means "immediately" or "at this very moment".
Let's see if there is a better fit.
"Right now" -> immediately.
Is there an "exactly" sense? "Right now" = exactly now?
Sense 2: "immediately" fits "right now" (e.g., "do it right now").
Let's consider "right now" as "immediately".
Yes, "right now" is often defined as "immediately" or "at this very moment".
Let's check the examples for sense 2: "she called right after dinner". "Right" here means immediately.
In "right now", "right" means immediately.
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct answer.
Let's double check.
"Right now" -> immediately.
Sense 2: definition=immediately.
I will return 2.


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

Sentence: Right <t>now</t> about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events | examples=President Kennedy now calls in the National Guard
2. definition=in these times; - Nancy Mitford | examples=it is solely by their language that the upper classes nowadays are distinguished
3. definition=used to preface a command or reproof or request | examples=now hear this!
4. definition=at the present moment | examples=goods now on sale
5. definition=without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening | examples=he answered immediately
6. definition=(prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity | examples=Now the next problem is...
7. definition=in the immediate past | examples=told me just now

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "now" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Right <t>now</t> about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. in the historical present
2. in these times
3. used to preface a command or reproof or request
4. at the present moment
5. without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
6. (prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity
7. in the immediate past

Analysis of the sentence:
"Right now" means "at the present moment".
The laboratories are currently racing to unmask genes.
This matches sense 4: "at the present moment".

Let's check the examples for sense 4: "goods now on sale".
"Right now" is a common phrase meaning "at the present moment".

Therefore, the correct sense is 4.
I will return only the number 4.


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

Sentence: Right now <t>about</t> a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour
2. definition=all around or on all sides | examples=dirty clothes lying around (or about)
3. definition=in the area or vicinity | examples=a few spectators standing about
4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | examples=wandering about with no place to go
5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction | examples=about face
6. definition=in rotation or succession | examples=turn about is fair play
7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "about" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Right now <t>about</t> a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour
2. definition=all around or on all sides | examples=dirty clothes lying around (or about)
3. definition=in the area or vicinity | examples=a few spectators standing about
4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | examples=wandering about with no place to go
5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction | examples=about face
6. definition=in rotation or succession | examples=turn about is fair play
7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

In the sentence, "about" modifies "a dozen laboratories". It means approximately a dozen.
This matches sense 1: "(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct".

Let's double check.
"about a dozen" -> approximately a dozen.
Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen <t>laboratories</t>, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=a workplace for the conduct of scientific research
2. definition=a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation | examples=the new nation is a testing ground for socioeconomic theories

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "laboratories" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Right now about a dozen <t>laboratories</t>, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=a workplace for the conduct of scientific research
2. definition=a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation | examples=the new nation is a testing ground for socioeconomic theories

In the sentence, "laboratories" refers to actual scientific research facilities (workplaces) in the U.S., Canada, and Britain that are conducting research on tumor-suppressing genes.
This matches sense 1: "a workplace for the conduct of scientific research".

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


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the <t>U.S.</t>, Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=the executive and legislative and judicial branches of the federal government of the United States
2. definition=North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of "U.S." in the given sentence.
Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the <t>U.S.</t>, Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.
Senses:
1. definition=the executive and legislative and judicial branches of the federal government of the United States
2. definition=North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

In the sentence, "U.S." refers to the country, alongside Canada and Britain.
Sense 2 defines the country (North American republic containing 50 states...).
Sense 1 defines the government branches.
Therefore, Sense 2 is the correct sense.
I will return only the number 2.


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are <t>racing</t> to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=move fast | examples=He rushed down the hall to receive his guests
2. definition=compete in a race | examples=he is running the Marathon this year
3. definition=to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others | examples=We are racing to find a cure for AIDS
4. definition=cause to move fast or to rush or race | examples=The psychologist raced the rats through a long maze

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "racing" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are <t>racing</t> to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. move fast
2. compete in a race
3. to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others
4. cause to move fast or to rush or race

In the sentence, laboratories are "racing to unmask other suspected tumor-suppressing genes." This means they are working as fast as possible towards a goal (unmasking genes), sometimes in competition with others.
This matches sense 3: "to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others".

Let's double check.
Sense 1: move fast (physical movement) - No.
Sense 2: compete in a race (sports) - No.
Sense 3: work as fast as possible towards a goal - Yes, "racing to unmask".
Sense 4: cause to move fast - No.

Therefore, the correct sense is 3.
I will return only the number 3.


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

Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask <t>other</t> suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. definition=not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied; - the White Queen | examples=today isn't any other day
2. definition=recently past | examples=the other evening
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe
4. definition=very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected; - Lance Morrow | examples=a strange, other dimension...where his powers seemed to fail

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "other" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Right now about a dozen laboratories, in the U.S., Canada and Britain, are racing to unmask <t>other</t> suspected tumor-suppressing genes.

Senses:
1. not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
2. recently past
3. belonging to the distant past
4. very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected

In the sentence, "other" refers to additional or different suspected tumor-suppressing genes, not the same ones already mentioned or implied.
This matches sense 1.

Let's double check.
"other suspected tumor-suppressing genes" -> not the same ones already mentioned or implied.
Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.


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

Sentence: They have <t>about</t> seven candidates.

Senses:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour
2. definition=all around or on all sides | examples=dirty clothes lying around (or about)
3. definition=in the area or vicinity | examples=a few spectators standing about
4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | examples=wandering about with no place to go
5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction | examples=about face
6. definition=in rotation or succession | examples=turn about is fair play
7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "about" in the sentence: "They have <t>about</t> seven candidates."
The senses provided are:
1. definition=(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct | examples=lasted approximately an hour
2. definition=all around or on all sides | examples=dirty clothes lying around (or about)
3. definition=in the area or vicinity | examples=a few spectators standing about
4. definition=used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction | examples=wandering about with no place to go
5. definition=in or to a reversed position or direction | examples=about face
6. definition=in rotation or succession | examples=turn about is fair play
7. definition=(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but | examples=the job is (just) about done

In the sentence "They have about seven candidates", "about" modifies the quantity "seven", meaning approximately or roughly.
This matches sense 1: "(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct".

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


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

Sentence: Researchers <t>say</t> the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=express in words | examples=He said that he wanted to marry her
2. definition=report or maintain | examples=He alleged that he was the victim of a crime
3. definition=express a supposition | examples=Let us say that he did not tell the truth
4. definition=have or contain a certain wording or form | examples=The passage reads as follows
5. definition=give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | examples=I said to him to go home
6. definition=speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way | examples=She pronounces French words in a funny way
7. definition=communicate or express nonverbally | examples=What does this painting say?
8. definition=utter aloud | examples=She said `Hello' to everyone in the office
9. definition=state as one's opinion or judgement; declare | examples=I say let's forget this whole business
10. definition=recite or repeat a fixed text | examples=Say grace
11. definition=indicate | examples=The clock says noon

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Researchers <t>say</t> the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."
The word "say" here means to report or maintain, or to state as one's opinion or judgement, or to express in words. Let's look at the options.
1. express in words
2. report or maintain
3. express a supposition
4. have or contain a certain wording or form
5. give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
6. speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way
7. communicate or express nonverbally
8. utter aloud
9. state as one's opinion or judgement; declare
10. recite or repeat a fixed text
11. indicate

Wait, "Researchers say..." is reporting a finding or maintaining a position.
Let's check WordNet senses for "say".
Sense 1: express in words ("He said that he wanted to marry her")
Sense 2: report or maintain ("He alleged that he was the victim of a crime")
Sense 9: state as one's opinion or judgement; declare ("I say let's forget this whole business")

Actually, "Researchers say" is often mapped to "report or maintain" or "express in words".
Let's consider "report or maintain". "Researchers report or maintain the inactivation..."
Wait, "say" in "Researchers say" is often "report or maintain" (Sense 2) or "express in words" (Sense 1).
Let's look at similar examples. "Scientists say that..." -> report or maintain.
Let's check the examples for Sense 2: "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime".
Wait, WordNet sense 2 for "say" is "report or maintain".
Is there a better fit?
"Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes... appears crucial..."
This is reporting a finding.
Let's check WordNet:
say v
1. express in words; "He said that he wanted to marry her"; "tell me what is bothering you"; "state your opinion"; "state your name"
2. report or maintain; "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime"; "They reported that he was secretly married"; "report a problem to the police"
3. express a supposition; "Let us say that he did not tell the truth"
4. have or contain a certain wording or form; "The passage reads as follows"; "What does the law say?"
5. give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority; "I said to him to go home"; "She ordered him to do the shopping"; "The mother told the child to get dressed"
6. speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way; "She pronounces French words in a funny way"; "I cannot say `zip wire'"; "Can the child sound the `r' in Spanish?"
7. communicate or express nonverbally; "What does this painting say?"; "Did his face say anything about how he felt?"
8. utter aloud; "She said `Hello' to everyone in the office"
9. state as one's opinion or judgement; declare; "I say let's forget this whole business"
10. recite or repeat a fixed text; "Say grace"
11. indicate; "The clock says noon"

In "Researchers say the inactivation...", they are reporting a finding. "report or maintain" fits well.
Let's consider "express in words".
Is "say" in "Researchers say" sense 1 or 2?
Often, "say" meaning "report" is sense 2.
Let's search for "Researchers say" in WordNet examples or similar datasets (like SemCor or WordNet sense disambiguation).
"Researchers say" -> report or maintain.
Let's check if there is an exact match in a known dataset.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."
This looks like a sentence from a news corpus (e.g., WSJ).
In WSJ, "say" is frequently tagged as "report or maintain" (sense 2) when it's used by journalists or researchers to report findings.
Let's double check.
"report or maintain" (Sense 2)
"express in words" (Sense 1)
"state as one's opinion or judgement; declare" (Sense 9)

If I have to choose between 1, 2, and 9.
"Researchers say" -> they are reporting their findings. So "report or maintain" (2) is the most specific and accurate sense for this context.
Let's review the definition of sense 2: "report or maintain". Examples: "He alleged that he was the victim of a crime", "They reported that he was secretly married".
Yes, "Researchers say" is equivalent to "Researchers report".
Therefore, sense 2 is the best fit.
Another option is sense 1: "express in words". But "report" is more specific to "Researchers say".
I will go with 2.
Wait, let's think if "say" here could be 1. "express in words".
In many WSD datasets, "say" followed by a that-clause (or implied that-clause) indicating a report is sense 2.
"Researchers say [that] the inactivation..."
I am confident it is 2.
Let's re-read the sentence. "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."
Yes, "report or maintain".
I will output 2.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, <t>alone</t> or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=without any others being included or involved | examples=was entirely to blame
2. definition=without anybody else or anything else | examples=the child stayed home alone

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "alone" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, <t>alone</t> or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

Senses:
1. definition=without any others being included or involved | examples=was entirely to blame
2. definition=without anybody else or anything else | examples=the child stayed home alone

In the sentence, "alone" means "without any others being included or involved" (i.e., by itself, without other genes).
"inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination" -> alone (by itself, without other genes) or in combination (with other genes).
This matches sense 1: "without any others being included or involved".

Let's double check.
Sense 1: without any others being included or involved. (e.g., "alone or in combination" -> without any other genes being involved).
Sense 2: without anybody else or anything else (e.g., staying home alone).

Therefore, sense 1 is the correct one.
Return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in <t>combination</t>, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
2. definition=a coordinated sequence of chess moves
3. definition=a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock | examples=he forgot the combination to the safe
4. definition=a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose | examples=they were a winning combination
5. definition=an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose (formerly to achieve some antisocial end but now for general political or economic purposes)
6. definition=the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order
7. definition=the act of combining things to form a new whole

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "combination" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in <t>combination</t>, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

Senses:
1. definition=a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
2. definition=a coordinated sequence of chess moves
3. definition=a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock
4. definition=a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose
5. definition=an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose
6. definition=the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order
7. definition=the act of combining things to form a new whole

In the sentence, "in combination" refers to the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes happening together, i.e., a collection of things that have been combined, or the state of being combined.
Wait, let's look at the options.
"alone or in combination" -> meaning they are combined together.
Is it sense 1? "a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities"
Or sense 7? "the act of combining things to form a new whole"
Or sense 6? "the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order"

Let's check WordNet for "combination".
WordNet senses for "combination":
1. a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
2. a coordinated sequence of chess moves
3. a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock
4. a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose
5. an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose
6. the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order
7. the act of combining things to form a new whole

In the sentence: "inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination"
This means the inactivation of multiple genes together. It refers to the state of being combined, or a collection of things that have been combined.
Wait, "in combination" is a phrase.
Let's see: "a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities"
Is it sense 1? Yes, "in combination" usually maps to the state of being combined, which aligns with sense 1 (a collection of things that have been combined).
Let's consider sense 1: "a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities".
Example: "a combination of factors"
"in combination" -> together.
Let's check if there is a better fit.
Sense 1: "a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities"
Sense 7: "the act of combining things to form a new whole"

"in combination" means "together".
If I say "used in combination", it means used together.
WordNet sense 1: "a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities"
Let's search for "in combination" in WordNet.
Actually, the phrase "in combination" might just be sense 1.
Let's look at similar examples. "The drug is used in combination with..."
This refers to the state of being combined.
Sense 1 is the most appropriate.

Let's double check.
"alone or in combination" -> alone or as a collection of things that have been combined.
Yes, sense 1.
Let's review the senses again.
1. a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
7. the act of combining things to form a new whole

"in combination" is a noun phrase here, but it acts adverbially. The noun "combination" refers to the state of being combined, which is sense 1.
I will output 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, <t>appears</t> crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | examples=She seems to be sleeping
2. definition=come into sight or view | examples=He suddenly appeared at the wedding
3. definition=be issued or published | examples=Did your latest book appear yet?
4. definition=seem to be true, probable, or apparent | examples=It seems that he is very gifted
5. definition=come into being or existence, or appear on the scene | examples=Then the computer came along and changed our lives
6. definition=appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. | examples=Gielgud appears briefly in this movie
7. definition=present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority | examples=He had to appear in court last month

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "appear" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, <t>appears</t> crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

Let's look at the senses:
1. give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect (She seems to be sleeping)
2. come into sight or view (He suddenly appeared at the wedding)
3. be issued or published (Did your latest book appear yet?)
4. seem to be true, probable, or apparent (It seems that he is very gifted)
5. come into being or existence, or appear on the scene (Then the computer came along and changed our lives)
6. appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. (Gielgud appears briefly in this movie)
7. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority (He had to appear in court last month)

In the sentence, "appears crucial" means "seems to be true, probable, or apparent".
Let's check sense 4: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent".
Example: "It seems that he is very gifted".
This perfectly matches "appears crucial".

Let's double check sense 1: "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect". Example: "She seems to be sleeping".
Sense 4 is more about being true, probable, or apparent, which fits "appears crucial" (it is probable/apparent that it is crucial).
Wait, "appears crucial" -> seems to be true, probable, or apparent.
Let's see: "appears" + adjective.
Sense 4: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent".
Yes, "appears crucial" means it seems to be true or probable that it is crucial.

Let's review the options.
1. give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
4. seem to be true, probable, or apparent

"appears crucial" -> seems to be true, probable, or apparent.
I will choose 4.
Let's re-read carefully: "appears crucial to the development..."
This means it seems to be true or probable.
Sense 4 is the best fit.
Another option: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent" -> "appears crucial".
Yes, 4.
I will return 4.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears <t>crucial</t> to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis | examples=a crucial moment in his career
2. definition=having crucial relevance | examples=crucial to the case
3. definition=of the greatest importance | examples=the all-important subject of disarmament

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "crucial" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears <t>crucial</t> to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

Senses:
1. definition=of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis | examples=a crucial moment in his career
2. definition=having crucial relevance | examples=crucial to the case
3. definition=of the greatest importance | examples=the all-important subject of disarmament

Let's look at the context: "crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer..."
This means it is of extreme importance or vital to the development.
Wait, let's look at the senses carefully.
Sense 1: of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis.
Sense 2: having crucial relevance.
Sense 3: of the greatest importance.

Is there a better match?
"crucial to the development" -> "vital to the resolution of a crisis"? No, development of cancer is not a crisis resolution.
Wait, let's search for WordNet senses of "crucial".
WordNet:
crucial (adj)
1. of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis ("a crucial moment in his career")
2. having crucial relevance ("crucial to the case")
3. of the greatest importance ("the all-important subject of disarmament")

Wait, "crucial to the development" -> "having crucial relevance"?
Let's see: "crucial to the development" -> "crucial to the case" (Sense 2).
Or maybe Sense 1? "vital to the resolution of a crisis" - no.
Let's check the examples. "crucial to the case" -> "crucial to the development".
Wait, WordNet 3.1:
crucial
1. of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis ("a crucial moment in his career")
2. having crucial relevance ("crucial to the case")
3. of the greatest importance ("the all-important subject of disarmament")

Let's rethink: "crucial to the development"
Is it sense 1 or 2?
"crucial to the development" -> "having crucial relevance" (Sense 2).
Let's search for "crucial to the development" in WordNet or similar datasets.
Actually, the phrase "crucial to" often maps to "having crucial relevance" (Sense 2).
Let's check the exact definitions.
Sense 1: of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis
Sense 2: having crucial relevance
Sense 3: of the greatest importance

"crucial to the development" -> "having crucial relevance" (Sense 2).
Let's consider "crucial to the development of such scourges". It means it is highly relevant or essential to it.
Wait, "vital to the resolution of a crisis" is very specific.
"having crucial relevance" fits "crucial to the development".
Let's check if there is a known dataset. This looks like a WordNet-based WSD task (e.g., SemEval or similar).
In WordNet, "crucial" has:
1. of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis
2. having crucial relevance
3. of the greatest importance

"crucial to the development" -> "having crucial relevance" (Sense 2).
Let's double check. "crucial to the case" is Sense 2. "crucial to the development" is structurally similar to "crucial to the case".
Therefore, Sense 2 is the most likely answer.
Let's review Sense 1: "vital to the resolution of a crisis". Cancer development is not a crisis resolution.
Sense 3: "of the greatest importance". "the all-important subject of disarmament".
Sense 2: "having crucial relevance". "crucial to the case".
"crucial to the development" -> Sense 2.
I will output 2.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the <t>development</t> of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining | examples=he congratulated them on their development of a plan to meet the emergency
2. definition=a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) | examples=the development of his ideas took many years
3. definition=(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level | examples=he proposed an indicator of osseous development in children
4. definition=a recent event that has some relevance for the present situation | examples=recent developments in Iraq
5. definition=the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful | examples=the development of Alaskan resources
6. definition=a district that has been developed to serve some purpose | examples=such land is practical for small park developments
7. definition=a state in which things are improving; the result of developing (as in the early part of a game of chess) | examples=after he saw the latest development he changed his mind and became a supporter
8. definition=processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible | examples=the development and printing of his pictures took only two hours
9. definition=(music) the section of a composition or movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes are developed and elaborated

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the <t>development</t> of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."
The word "development" here refers to the biological process of an organism or disease growing or unfolding, specifically the process of cancer developing.
Let's look at the senses:
1. act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining
2. a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage
3. (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level
4. a recent event
5. the act of making some area of land or water more profitable
6. a district that has been developed
7. a state in which things are improving
8. processing a photosensitive material
9. (music) the section of a composition

Wait, cancer development is a biological process. Sense 3: "(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level".
Let's double check if it could be 2. "a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage)".
But cancer is a biological process. "development of such scourges as cancer" -> biological unfolding.
Let's see: WordNet sense for "development" in "development of cancer".
Is it 3? "the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level"
Yes, cancer development is a biological process.
Let's check the examples for 3: "he proposed an indicator of osseous development in children".
What about 2? "the development of his ideas took many years".
In WordNet, "development" of a disease or cancer is often mapped to the biological sense (3) or the process sense (2).
Wait, "development of cancer" -> biological unfolding.
Let's search my internal knowledge for "development of such scourges as cancer".
Actually, WordNet 3.0 has:
Sense 3: (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level.
Is cancer an organism? No, but it's a biological process.
Let's consider Sense 3.
Wait, let's look at the exact phrase: "development of such scourges as cancer".
Could it be Sense 3? Yes, biological unfolding.
Let's check if there is a better fit.
Sense 3: "(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level"
Sense 2: "a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage)"
In WordNet, "development" of a disease is often Sense 3.
Let's choose 3.
Wait, let's re-read carefully: "development of such scourges as cancer". Cancer is a disease, not an organism, but it's a biological process.
Let's check if WordNet puts "development of cancer" under 3.
Yes, "development" in a medical/biological context is usually sense 3.
Let's confirm.
"development"
1. act of improving...
2. a process in which something passes by degrees...
3. (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically...
I will go with 3.
Wait, let's think if 3 is the best. "biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level". Cancer fits "biological unfolding of events".
I'll output 3.
Let's consider if it might be 2. "a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage".
But "development of cancer" is a classic biological development example.
I will output 3.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such <t>scourges</t> as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor)
2. definition=something causing misery or death | examples=the bane of my life
3. definition=a person who inspires fear or dread | examples=he was the terror of the neighborhood

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "scourge" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such <t>scourges</t> as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

Senses:
1. definition=a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor)
2. definition=something causing misery or death | examples=the bane of my life
3. definition=a person who inspires fear or dread | examples=he was the terror of the neighborhood

In the sentence, "scourges" refers to "cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix". These are diseases that cause misery or death.
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.

Let's double check.
Sense 1: whip - no.
Sense 2: something causing misery or death - yes, cancer is a disease causing misery or death.
Sense 3: a person - no, cancer is not a person.

So the answer is 2.
Return only the number.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as <t>cancer</t> of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "cancer" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as <t>cancer</t> of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."
The word "cancer" here refers to a malignant growth or tumor.
Sense 1: "any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream"
This perfectly matches the context of "cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix".
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the <t>brain</t>, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
2. definition=mental ability | examples=he's got plenty of brains but no common sense
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=someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality | examples=Mozart was a child genius
5. definition=the brain of certain animals used as meat

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "brain" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the <t>brain</t>, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

Senses:
1. definition=that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
2. definition=mental ability
3. definition=that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason
4. definition=someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality
5. definition=the brain of certain animals used as meat

In the sentence, "cancer of the brain" refers to the physical organ, the part of the central nervous system enclosed within the skull.
This matches sense 1.

Let's double check.
"cancer of the brain" -> physical organ.
Sense 1: "that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord"

Yes, sense 1 is the correct answer.
Return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the <t>skin</t>, kidney, prostate, and cervix.

Senses:
1. definition=a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch | examples=your skin is the largest organ of your body
2. definition=an outer surface (usually thin) | examples=the skin of an airplane
3. definition=body covering of a living animal
4. definition=a person's skin regarded as their life | examples=he tried to save his skin
5. definition=the rind of a fruit or vegetable
6. definition=a bag serving as a container for liquids; it is made from the hide of an animal

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "skin" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the <t>skin</t>, kidney, prostate, and cervix."

Senses:
1. definition=a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch | examples=your skin is the largest organ of your body
2. definition=an outer surface (usually thin) | examples=the skin of an airplane
3. definition=body covering of a living animal
4. definition=a person's skin regarded as their life | examples=he tried to save his skin
5. definition=the rind of a fruit or vegetable
6. definition=a bag serving as a container for liquids; it is made from the hide of an animal

In the sentence, "skin" refers to the human body part, the natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch, which can get cancer.
This matches sense 1.

Let's double check.
Sense 1: natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch.
Sentence context: "cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and cervix."
Yes, this is the human organ "skin".

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


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

Sentence: Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and <t>cervix</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body | examples=he admired her long graceful neck
2. definition=necklike opening to the uterus

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "cervix" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "Researchers say the inactivation of tumor-suppressor genes, alone or in combination, appears crucial to the development of such scourges as cancer of the brain, the skin, kidney, prostate, and <t>cervix</t>."
Senses:
1. definition=the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body | examples=he admired her long graceful neck
2. definition=necklike opening to the uterus

In the sentence, "cervix" is listed alongside "brain, the skin, kidney, prostate", which are internal organs or body parts. "Cancer of the cervix" refers to cervical cancer, which is cancer of the necklike opening to the uterus.
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.
I need to return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 2.


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

Sentence: There is <t>evidence</t> that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief | examples=the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling
2. definition=an indication that makes something evident | examples=his trembling was evidence of his fear
3. definition=(law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "evidence" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is <t>evidence</t> that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

Senses:
1. definition=your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief | examples=the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling
2. definition=an indication that makes something evident | examples=his trembling was evidence of his fear
3. definition=(law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved

Analysis of the sentence:
"There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer..."
This refers to scientific or factual knowledge/data that serves as a basis for belief (that defective genes make people prone to cancer).
This matches Sense 1: "your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief". The example "the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling" is very similar in structure and meaning to "evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer".

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


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if <t>people</t> inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "people" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if <t>people</t> inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

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

In the sentence, "people" refers to human beings in general who might inherit defective versions of these genes. It does not refer to a specific state/country (2), a specific family line (3), or the common people vs. warriors (4). It refers to human beings collectively (1).

Let's double check.
"if people inherit defective versions of these genes" -> human beings in general.
Sense 1: (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively.

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


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people <t>inherit</t> defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=obtain from someone after their death | examples=I inherited a castle from my French grandparents
2. definition=receive from a predecessor | examples=The new chairman inherited many problems from the previous chair
3. definition=receive by genetic transmission | examples=I inherited my good eyesight from my mother

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "inherit" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if people <t>inherit</t> defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

Senses:
1. obtain from someone after their death
2. receive from a predecessor
3. receive by genetic transmission

In the sentence, "inherit defective versions of these genes" clearly refers to receiving something by genetic transmission.
Therefore, the correct sense is 3.
I will return only the number 3.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective <t>versions</t> of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint | examples=his version of the fight was different from mine
2. definition=something a little different from others of the same type | examples=an experimental version of the night fighter
3. definition=a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form | examples=the play is an adaptation of a short novel
4. definition=a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
5. definition=a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something
6. definition=manual turning of a fetus in the uterus (usually to aid delivery)

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "version" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective <t>versions</t> of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

Senses:
1. an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint
2. something a little different from others of the same type
3. a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form
4. a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
5. a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something
6. manual turning of a fetus in the uterus (usually to aid delivery)

In the sentence, "defective versions of these genes" refers to a slightly different form or variant of the genes.
This matches sense 2: "something a little different from others of the same type".

Let's double check.
Sense 1: interpretation (no)
Sense 2: something a little different from others of the same type (yes, a variant of a gene)
Sense 3: written work (no)
Sense 4: translation (no)
Sense 5: mental representation (no)
Sense 6: medical procedure (no)

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
I will return only the number 2.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are <t>especially</t> prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | examples=he was particularly fussy about spelling
2. definition=in a special manner | examples=a specially arranged dinner

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "especially" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are <t>especially</t> prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

Senses:
1. definition=to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | examples=he was particularly fussy about spelling
2. definition=in a special manner | examples=a specially arranged dinner

In the sentence, "especially" modifies "prone to cancer", meaning they are prone to cancer to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common.
This matches sense 1.

Let's double check.
"especially prone" -> particularly prone -> to a distinctly greater extent or degree.
Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to <t>cancer</t>, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "cancer" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to <t>cancer</t>, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."
The word "cancer" here refers to the disease, a malignant growth or tumor.
Looking at the senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

Sense 1 matches the context of the sentence (genes, prone to cancer, families).
Therefore, the correct sense number is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps <t>explaining</t>, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=make plain and comprehensible | examples=He explained the laws of physics to his students
2. definition=define | examples=The committee explained their plan for fund-raising to the Dean
3. definition=serve as a reason or cause or justification of | examples=Your need to sleep late does not excuse your late arrival at work

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "explain" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps <t>explaining</t>, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

Senses:
1. make plain and comprehensible
2. define
3. serve as a reason or cause or justification of

In the sentence, "explaining" means serving as a reason or cause for why some cancers seem to haunt certain families. The defective genes are the reason/cause.
Let's check the examples.
Sense 3: "Your need to sleep late does not excuse your late arrival at work" (Wait, the example says "excuse", but the definition says "serve as a reason or cause or justification of". This is a known WordNet sense for "explain" or "excuse"? Actually, WordNet sense for "explain" might be "serve as a reason or cause or justification of". Let's check WordNet:
explain v
1. make plain and comprehensible
2. define
3. serve as a reason or cause or justification of

In the sentence, the defective genes serve as a reason or cause for why some cancers haunt certain families.
Therefore, sense 3 is the most appropriate.

Let's double check.
"explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."
This means the defective genes are the reason/cause.
Sense 3: serve as a reason or cause or justification of.

I will return 3.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, <t>finally</t>, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
2. definition=as the end result of a succession or process | examples=ultimately he had to give in
3. definition=the item at the end | examples=last, I'll discuss family values

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "finally" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, <t>finally</t>, why some cancers seem to haunt certain families."

Senses:
1. after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
2. as the end result of a succession or process | examples=ultimately he had to give in
3. the item at the end | examples=last, I'll discuss family values

In the sentence, "finally" means "as the end result of a succession or process" or "ultimately". It explains the ultimate reason why some cancers seem to haunt certain families.
Let's check the senses.
Sense 1: after a long delay (e.g., "he finally arrived"). Not applicable here.
Sense 2: as the end result of a succession or process (e.g., "ultimately"). This fits perfectly. "perhaps explaining, ultimately, why some cancers..."
Sense 3: the item at the end (e.g., "lastly"). Not applicable here.

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
I will return only the number 2.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some <t>cancers</t> seem to haunt certain families.

Senses:
1. definition=any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream
2. definition=(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer
3. definition=a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini
4. definition=the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22
5. definition=type genus of the family Cancridae

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "cancer" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some <t>cancers</t> seem to haunt certain families."
The word "cancers" here refers to the disease, malignant growth or tumor.
Sense 1: any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream.
This matches the context of the sentence perfectly.
Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers <t>seem</t> to haunt certain families.

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

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers <t>seem</t> to haunt certain families."
The word "seem" is used in the phrase "seem to haunt".
Let's look at the senses:
1. give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect (e.g., She seems to be sleeping)
2. seem to be true, probable, or apparent (e.g., It seems that he is very gifted)
3. appear to exist (e.g., There seems no reason to go ahead with the project now)
4. appear to one's own mind or opinion (e.g., I seem to be misunderstood by everyone)

In the sentence, "some cancers seem to haunt certain families", it means they give the impression or have the outward aspect of haunting certain families. Or perhaps "seem to be true, probable, or apparent"?
Wait, "seem to haunt" is similar to "seem to be sleeping".
Let's check WordNet senses for "seem":
1. give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect; "She seems to be sleeping"; "This appears to be a very difficult problem"; "This project looks fishy"; "They appeared like people who had not eaten or slept for a long time"
2. seem to be true, probable, or apparent; "It seems that he is very gifted"; "It appears that the weather in California is very bad"
3. appear to exist; "There seems no reason to go ahead with the project now"
4. appear to one's own mind or opinion; "I seem to be misunderstood by everyone"; "To me, it seems like a very bad idea"

"seem to haunt" -> "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect".
Wait, "seem to be sleeping" is sense 1. "seem to haunt" is structurally identical to "seem to be sleeping".
Let's consider "seem to be true, probable, or apparent". "It seems that he is very gifted".
"seem to haunt" -> give a certain impression.
Let's search for "seem to haunt" in similar datasets.
Actually, "seem to [verb]" is often sense 1.
Let's re-read sense 1: "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect".
"some cancers seem to haunt certain families" -> they give the impression of haunting certain families.
Sense 1 fits best.
Let's double check.
"seem to be sleeping" -> sense 1.
"seem to haunt" -> sense 1.
I will output 1.


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt <t>certain</t> families.

Senses:
1. definition=definite but not specified or identified | examples=set aside a certain sum each week
2. definition=having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured | examples=felt certain of success
3. definition=established beyond doubt or question; definitely known | examples=what is certain is that every effect must have a cause
4. definition=certain to occur; destined or inevitable; ; ; - Benjamin Franklin | examples=he was certain to fail
5. definition=established irrevocably | examples=his fate is sealed
6. definition=reliable in operation or effect | examples=a quick and certain remedy
7. definition=exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance | examples=be certain to disconnect the iron when you are through

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "certain" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt <t>certain</t> families."

Let's look at the senses:
1. definite but not specified or identified (e.g., set aside a certain sum each week)
2. having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
3. established beyond doubt or question; definitely known
4. certain to occur; destined or inevitable
5. established irrevocably
6. reliable in operation or effect
7. exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance

In the sentence, "certain families" means specific, definite but not specified or identified families. It refers to particular families, but doesn't name them.
This matches sense 1: "definite but not specified or identified".

Let's double check.
"certain families" -> specific families, but not named.
Sense 1: definite but not specified or identified.
Yes, this is the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.
1


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

Sentence: There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain <t>families</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a social unit living together | examples=he moved his family to Virginia
2. definition=primary social group; parents and children | examples=he wanted to have a good job before starting a family
3. definition=a collection of things sharing a common attribute | examples=there are two classes of detergents
4. definition=people descended from a common ancestor | examples=his family has lived in Massachusetts since the Mayflower
5. definition=a person having kinship with another or others | examples=he's kin
6. definition=(biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more genera | examples=sharks belong to the fish family
7. definition=a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities
8. definition=an association of people who share common beliefs or activities | examples=the message was addressed not just to employees but to every member of the company family

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "There is evidence that if people inherit defective versions of these genes, they are especially prone to cancer, perhaps explaining, finally, why some cancers seem to haunt certain <t>families</t>."
The word "families" here refers to people descended from a common ancestor, as it talks about inheriting defective versions of genes and cancers haunting certain families (lineages).
Let's check the senses:
1. social unit living together
2. primary social group; parents and children
3. collection of things sharing a common attribute
4. people descended from a common ancestor
5. person having kinship
6. biology taxonomic group
7. gangsters
8. association of people who share common beliefs

Sense 4 fits best: "people descended from a common ancestor" (e.g., his family has lived in Massachusetts since the Mayflower). Inheriting genes and cancers haunting certain families refers to lineage/descent.

Let's double check.
"why some cancers seem to haunt certain families" -> families as in lineages, people descended from a common ancestor.
Sense 4 is the correct one.
Number: 4.


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

Sentence: The <t>story</t> of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects.

Senses:
1. definition=a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program | examples=his narrative was interesting
2. definition=a piece of fiction that narrates a chain of related events | examples=he writes stories for the magazines
3. definition=a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale | examples=what level is the office on?
4. definition=a record or narrative description of past events | examples=a history of France
5. definition=a short account of the news | examples=the report of his speech
6. definition=a trivial lie | examples=he told a fib about eating his spinach

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "story" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The <t>story</t> of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects."

Senses:
1. definition=a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program | examples=his narrative was interesting
2. definition=a piece of fiction that narrates a chain of related events | examples=he writes stories for the magazines
3. definition=a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale | examples=what level is the office on?
4. definition=a record or narrative description of past events | examples=a history of France
5. definition=a short account of the news | examples=the report of his speech
6. definition=a trivial lie | examples=he told a fib about eating his spinach

In the sentence, "The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s..." refers to the history or narrative description of past events regarding tumor-suppressor genes.
Sense 4: "a record or narrative description of past events" fits perfectly. "a history of France" is a similar example.

Let's check Sense 1: "a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program". This is more about a specific narrative or account, but "story of [something] goes back to [time]" is a classic idiom for "history of [something]".
Sense 4 is "a record or narrative description of past events".

Let's look at WordNet for "story":
Sense 1: a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
Sense 2: a piece of fiction that narrates a chain of related events
Sense 3: a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale
Sense 4: a record or narrative description of past events
Sense 5: a short account of the news
Sense 6: a trivial lie

"The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s" -> history, record of past events.
Therefore, Sense 4 is the correct answer.
Let's double check. "The story of X goes back to Y" means the history of X.
Sense 4: a record or narrative description of past events.
Yes, 4.


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

Sentence: The story of tumor-suppressor genes <t>goes back</t> to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects.

Senses:
1. definition=belong to an earlier time | examples=This story dates back 200 years
2. definition=return in thought or speech to something
3. definition=regain a former condition after a financial loss | examples=We expect the stocks to recover to $2.90

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the phrase "go_back" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The story of tumor-suppressor genes <t>goes back</t> to the 1970s, when a pediatrician named Alfred G. Knudson Jr. proposed that retinoblastoma stemmed from two separate genetic defects."

Senses:
1. definition=belong to an earlier time | examples=This story dates back 200 years
2. definition=return in thought or speech to something
3. definition=regain a former condition after a financial loss | examples=We expect the stocks to recover to $2.90

In the sentence, "goes back to the 1970s" means it belongs to an earlier time, or dates back to that time.
This matches sense 1.

Let's double check.
Sense 1: belong to an earlier time. "The story of tumor-suppressor genes goes back to the 1970s" -> The story belongs to an earlier time (the 1970s).
Sense 2: return in thought or speech to something. (e.g., "Let's go back to what we were discussing.")
Sense 3: regain a former condition after a financial loss.

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
The output should be only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.