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

Sentence: Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the ministry was willing to pay for boosting output above current levels at each <t>field</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed | examples=he planted a field of wheat
2. definition=a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought | examples=they made a tour of Civil War battlefields
3. definition=somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected | examples=anthropologists do much of their work in the field
4. definition=a branch of knowledge | examples=in what discipline is his doctorate?
5. definition=the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it
6. definition=a particular kind of commercial enterprise | examples=they are outstanding in their field
7. definition=a particular environment or walk of life | examples=his social sphere is limited
8. definition=a piece of land prepared for playing a game | examples=the home crowd cheered when Princeton took the field
9. definition=extensive tract of level open land | examples=they emerged from the woods onto a vast open plain
10. definition=(mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 | examples=the set of all rational numbers is a field
11. definition=a region in which active military operations are in progress | examples=the army was in the field awaiting action
12. definition=all of the horses in a particular horse race
13. definition=all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event
14. definition=a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found | examples=the diamond fields of South Africa
15. definition=(computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information
16. definition=the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument)
17. definition=a place where planes take off and land

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the ministry was willing to pay for boosting output above current levels at each <t>field</t>."
The context is about "per barrel fee", "boosting output", "ministry". This refers to an oil field or a mining field.
Let's look at the senses:
1. piece of land cleared of trees
2. region where a battle is fought
3. somewhere away from studio...
4. branch of knowledge
5. space around radiating body
6. particular kind of commercial enterprise
7. particular environment or walk of life
8. piece of land prepared for playing a game
9. extensive tract of level open land
10. mathematics
11. region in which active military operations are in progress
12. all of the horses in a particular horse race
13. all the competitors in a particular contest
14. a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found | examples=the diamond fields of South Africa
15. computer science
16. area that is visible
17. place where planes take off and land

Sense 14 fits perfectly: "a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found" (e.g., oil field).
"boosting output above current levels at each field" -> oil field.
Therefore, the correct sense is 14.
Check sense 14 again: "a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found". Yes, oil field.
Output should be only the number.
14.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

Sentence: US <t>banks</t> repay state support

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | examples=he cashed a check at the bank
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "bank" in the sentence: "US <t>banks</t> repay state support".
The senses provided are:
1. sloping land
2. a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities
3. a long ridge or pile
4. an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers
5. a supply or stock held in reserve
6. the funds held by a gambling house
7. a slope in the turn of a road or track
8. a container for keeping money at home
9. a building in which the business of banking transacted
10. a flight maneuver

In the sentence "US banks repay state support", "banks" refers to financial institutions.
Sense 2 matches this definition: "a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities".

Let's double check.
"US banks" -> financial institutions.
Sense 2 is the correct one.
Return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 2.

format: unknown

native_finish_reason: stop

provider: Alibaba

currency: USD


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

Sentence: US banks repay <t>state</t> support

Senses:
1. definition=the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation | examples=his state is in the deep south
2. definition=the way something is with respect to its main attributes | examples=the current state of knowledge
3. definition=the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state | examples=the state has lowered its income tax
4. definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | examples=the state has elected a new president
5. definition=(chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids (fixed shape and volume) and liquids (fixed volume and shaped by the container) and gases (filling the container) | examples=the solid state of water is called ice
6. definition=a state of depression or agitation | examples=he was in such a state you just couldn't reason with him
7. definition=the territory occupied by a nation | examples=he returned to the land of his birth
8. definition=the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies | examples=the Department of State was created in 1789

reasoning_content:
The sentence is "US banks repay <t>state</t> support".
Here, "state" refers to the government of a sovereign state, specifically the US government or a state government providing support.
Let's check the senses:
1. territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
2. the way something is with respect to its main attributes
3. the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state
4. a politically organized body of people under a single government
5. (chemistry) the three traditional states of matter
6. a state of depression or agitation
7. the territory occupied by a nation
8. the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies

"state support" means support from the government.
Sense 3: "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state" -> examples: "the state has lowered its income tax". This fits "state support" (support from the government).
Wait, could it be sense 1? "state support" could mean support from a state (like a US state). But "US banks repay state support" usually refers to the government (the state) providing support (like bailouts).
Let's look at sense 3: "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state".
Is there any other sense?
Sense 3 fits best. "State support" = government support.
Let's double check.
"US banks repay state support" -> The government (the state) provided support, and banks are repaying it.
Sense 3: the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state.
Yes, "state" as in "the state" (the government).
I will output 3.
Wait, let's consider sense 1: "the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation". If it meant a specific state, it would be "a state's support" or "state support" in a general sense, but "US banks" implies the federal government or the state as an entity. "State support" is a common phrase for government support.
Sense 3 is the most appropriate.
Let's review the examples for sense 3: "the state has lowered its income tax". This matches "state support" where "state" acts as the government.
I will return 3.


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

Sentence: US banks repay state <t>support</t>

Senses:
1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together
2. definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party
3. definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support
4. definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | examples=they called for artillery support
5. definition=documentary validation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent
6. definition=the financial means whereby one lives | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep
7. definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
9. definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
10. definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

reasoning_content:
The sentence is "US banks repay state <t>support</t>".
The word "support" here refers to financial assistance or resources provided by the state to the banks.
Let's look at the senses:
1. the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
2. aiding the cause or policy or interests of
3. something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest
4. a military operation
5. documentary validation
6. the financial means whereby one lives
7. supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
8. the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening
9. a musical part
10. any device that bears the weight of another thing
11. financial resources provided to make some project possible

Wait, "state support" in the context of banks repaying it usually refers to financial resources or money provided to make the banks survive or function (like a bailout).
Sense 1: "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities"
Sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible"

Let's read Sense 1 again: "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities"
Sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible"

Is "state support" an activity or financial resources? "repay state support" -> repay the financial resources.
Wait, let's check WordNet for "support".
WordNet senses for "support":
1. support, financial support, funding, backing, financial backing - the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
2. support, backing - aiding the cause or policy or interests of
3. support - something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest
4. support - a military operation...
5. support, documentation - documentary validation
6. support, keep, livelihood, living, bread and butter, sustenance - the financial means whereby one lives
7. support, supporting structure - supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
8. support - the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening
9. support - a musical part...
10. support - any device that bears the weight of another thing
11. support - financial resources provided to make some project possible

Wait, "US banks repay state support"
Could it be sense 1? "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities"
Or sense 11? "financial resources provided to make some project possible"
Let's search for "US banks repay state support" in WordNet examples or similar datasets (like SemCor or OMSTI).
Actually, "financial resources provided to make some project possible" is sense 11.
But "state support" for banks is more like "financial backing" or "funding".
Sense 1: "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities" -> examples: "his support kept the family together"
Wait, if it's "repay state support", it's repaying the money.
Let's consider "financial resources provided to make some project possible" (sense 11). Example: "the foundation provided support for the experiment".
Is "state support" considered sense 1 or 11?
In WordNet, "support" as "financial resources provided to make some project possible" is sense 11.
But wait, another sense is "financial backing" which is sense 1.
Let's look at the exact definitions.
Sense 1: the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities.
Sense 11: financial resources provided to make some project possible.

"US banks repay state support"
Is it sense 1 or 11?
"repay state support" -> the support is the financial resources.
Let's check if there is a more specific sense.
"financial resources provided to make some project possible" -> "the foundation provided support for the experiment"
"the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities" -> "his support kept the family together"

Wait, "state support" in the context of banks is a bailout, which is financial resources.
Let's search my internal knowledge for "US banks repay state support". This is a news headline.
In WordNet, "support" has:
1. support, financial support, funding, backing, financial backing (the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities)
11. support (financial resources provided to make some project possible)

If the sentence is "US banks repay state support", it means they repay the financial resources.
Let's look at similar examples. "The foundation provided support for the experiment" (11).
"US banks repay state support" - is it 1 or 11?
Actually, the noun "support" meaning "financial resources" is sense 11.
Wait, let's re-read sense 1: "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities". "Repay the activity" doesn't make as much sense as "repay the financial resources".
Therefore, sense 11 is a better fit for "repay state support" (repaying the financial resources).
Let's double check.
"financial resources provided to make some project possible"
Is a bank bailout a "project"? Maybe.
What about sense 1? "financial support, funding, backing, financial backing". "US banks repay state financial backing".
Let's consider the phrase "state support".
In WordNet, "support" (noun)
1. the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
11. financial resources provided to make some project possible

Let's look at the exact wording of the prompt.
1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together
11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

If I have to choose between 1 and 11, "repay state support" implies repaying the money/resources. Sense 11 is "financial resources". Sense 1 is "the activity of providing". You don't repay an activity, you repay the resources. So 11 is more logical.

Wait, is there any other sense?
6. the financial means whereby one lives (keep, livelihood) - no.

Let's rethink: does "state support" mean the financial resources? Yes.
So 11.

Let's check if there's any other dataset that has this sentence.
"US banks repay state support"
This looks like a headline from around 2009-2012 (TARP repayments).
In WordNet, "support" as "financial resources provided to make some project possible" is synset 11.
Let's consider if "support" here is sense 1. "financial support, funding, backing".
"US banks repay state funding" -> funding is sense 1.
But "support" in "repay state support" might be mapped to sense 11 because it's the resources themselves.
Let's search for "financial resources provided to make some project possible".
Yes, that is WordNet sense 11 for "support".

Let's evaluate "repay state support".
If I say "I repaid his support", it means I repaid the money he gave me.
Money given = financial resources.
So sense 11.

Let's review the senses again.
1. the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
11. financial resources provided to make some project possible

I will go with 11.
Wait, let me think if "state support" could be sense 1.
"his support kept the family together" -> activity.
"the foundation provided support for the experiment" -> financial resources.
"US banks repay state support" -> financial resources.
So 11 is the most appropriate.
I will output 11.


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

Sentence: The crisis-hit US major <t>banks</t> are breaking free from their state shackles.

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | examples=he cashed a check at the bank
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "bank" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The crisis-hit US major <t>banks</t> are breaking free from their state shackles."
The word "banks" here refers to financial institutions.
Looking at the senses:
1. sloping land
2. a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities
3. a long ridge or pile
4. an arrangement of similar objects
5. a supply or stock held in reserve
6. the funds held by a gambling house
7. a slope in the turn of a road
8. a container for keeping money at home
9. a building in which the business of banking transacted
10. a flight maneuver

Sense 2 matches "financial institution".
The sentence talks about "US major banks" which are financial institutions.
Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
I will return only the number 2.


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

Sentence: The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their <t>state</t> shackles.

Senses:
1. definition=the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation | examples=his state is in the deep south
2. definition=the way something is with respect to its main attributes | examples=the current state of knowledge
3. definition=the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state | examples=the state has lowered its income tax
4. definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | examples=the state has elected a new president
5. definition=(chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids (fixed shape and volume) and liquids (fixed volume and shaped by the container) and gases (filling the container) | examples=the solid state of water is called ice
6. definition=a state of depression or agitation | examples=he was in such a state you just couldn't reason with him
7. definition=the territory occupied by a nation | examples=he returned to the land of his birth
8. definition=the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies | examples=the Department of State was created in 1789

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their <t>state</t> shackles."
The word "state" here refers to the government of a sovereign state, or the state as a political entity/government.
Let's look at the senses:
1. territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
2. the way something is with respect to its main attributes
3. the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state
4. a politically organized body of people under a single government
5. (chemistry) the three traditional states of matter
6. a state of depression or agitation
7. the territory occupied by a nation
8. the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies

"state shackles" refers to the shackles imposed by the government (the state).
Sense 3: "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state" -> "the state has lowered its income tax". This fits "state shackles" (shackles of the government).
Wait, could it be 4? "a politically organized body of people under a single government".
Let's check the examples. "the state has lowered its income tax" (Sense 3). "state shackles" means the government's shackles.
Sense 3 is "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state".
Let's consider "state" as an adjective here, but the noun sense is "the government".
"state shackles" = shackles of the state (government).
Sense 3 matches "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state".
Let's double check WordNet.
WordNet sense for "state" meaning government:
"the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state" -> "the state has lowered its income tax"
Yes, this is WordNet sense 3 for "state" (noun).
Let's review the options.
1. territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
2. the way something is with respect to its main attributes
3. the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state
4. a politically organized body of people under a single government
5. (chemistry) the three traditional states of matter
6. a state of depression or agitation
7. the territory occupied by a nation
8. the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies

"state shackles" -> shackles of the government.
Therefore, sense 3.
Let's confirm.
"state" as in "state-owned", "state control", "state shackles". This refers to the government.
Sense 3 is the best fit.
I will return 3.


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

Sentence: The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state <t>shackles</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
2. definition=a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "shackle" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state <t>shackles</t>."
Senses:
1. definition=a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
2. definition=a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar

In the sentence, "shackles" is used metaphorically to mean restraints that confine or restrict freedom (state regulations or control).
Sense 1 matches this metaphorical meaning (restraint that confines or restricts freedom).
Sense 2 is the literal physical object (U-shaped bar).

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


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

Sentence: On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the <t>support</t> from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go.

Senses:
1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together
2. definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party
3. definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support
4. definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | examples=they called for artillery support
5. definition=documentary validation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent
6. definition=the financial means whereby one lives | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep
7. definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
9. definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
10. definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the <t>support</t> from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go."
The word "support" here refers to financial resources provided to make some project possible or to help the bank.
Let's check the senses:
1. the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
2. aiding the cause or policy or interests of
3. something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest
4. a military operation
5. documentary validation
6. the financial means whereby one lives
7. supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
8. the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening
9. a musical part
10. any device that bears the weight of another thing
11. financial resources provided to make some project possible

Wait, "repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion". This is financial resources provided to make some project possible, or financial assistance.
Sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible" - examples: "the foundation provided support for the experiment".
Sense 1: "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities" - examples: "his support kept the family together".
Sense 11 fits "financial resources provided to make some project possible" or financial assistance. TARP provided financial resources.
Let's re-read sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible".
Is there another sense?
"financial resources provided to make some project possible" -> TARP provided financial resources.
Let's check WordNet for "support".
Sense 11: financial resources provided to make some project possible.
Yes, "repaid the support" -> repaid the financial resources.
Let's double check.
"support" in WordNet:
1. the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
2. aiding the cause or policy or interests of
3. something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest
4. a military operation
5. documentary validation
6. the financial means whereby one lives
7. supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
8. the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening
9. a musical part
10. any device that bears the weight of another thing
11. financial resources provided to make some project possible

In the sentence, "support" is a noun meaning the financial resources (USD 45 billion) provided by TARP.
Therefore, sense 11 is the most appropriate.
Let's review sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible".
Is it sense 11? Yes.
Wait, let's consider sense 1: "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities". But here "support" is the money itself ("in the amount USD 45 billion"), which aligns better with "financial resources provided" (sense 11).
"repaid the support ... in the amount USD 45 billion" -> the support is the financial resources.
I will output 11.


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

Sentence: On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the <t>bank</t> protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go.

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | examples=he cashed a check at the bank
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "bank" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the <t>bank</t> protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go."
The word "bank" here is part of "bank protection fund", which relates to financial institutions.
Sense 2: "a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities"
Let's double check. "bank protection fund" refers to a fund protecting banks (financial institutions).
Therefore, sense 2 is the correct one.
Number: 2.


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

Sentence: On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank <t>protection</t> fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go.

Senses:
1. definition=the activity of protecting someone or something | examples=the witnesses demanded police protection
2. definition=a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury | examples=they had no protection from the fallout
3. definition=defense against financial failure; financial independence | examples=his pension gave him security in his old age
4. definition=the condition of being protected | examples=they were huddled together for protection
5. definition=kindly endorsement and guidance | examples=the tournament was held under the auspices of the city council
6. definition=the imposition of duties or quotas on imports in order to protect domestic industry against foreign competition | examples=he made trade protection a plank in the party platform
7. definition=payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence | examples=every store in the neighborhood had to pay him protection

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank <t>protection</t> fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go."
The word "protection" is used in the context of "bank protection fund TARP". TARP stands for Troubled Asset Relief Program, which was a program of the US government to purchase toxic assets and equity from financial institutions to strengthen the financial sector.
Wait, "bank protection fund" - this is about financial protection, defense against financial failure.
Let's check the senses:
1. activity of protecting someone or something
2. a covering that is intended to protect from damage or injury
3. defense against financial failure; financial independence
4. the condition of being protected
5. kindly endorsement and guidance
6. the imposition of duties or quotas on imports...
7. payment extorted by gangsters...

Sense 3: "defense against financial failure; financial independence"
Wait, TARP is a financial protection fund. "bank protection fund" -> defense against financial failure.
Let's see: "defense against financial failure; financial independence"
Is it sense 3?
Yes, "bank protection fund" refers to financial protection.
Let's double check.
"protection" in "bank protection fund" -> defense against financial failure.
Sense 3 fits perfectly.
Let's review the sentence: "repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP"
TARP is a financial program.
Therefore, sense 3 is the most appropriate.
I will return 3.


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

Sentence: On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection <t>fund</t> TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go.

Senses:
1. definition=a reserve of money set aside for some purpose
2. definition=a supply of something available for future use | examples=he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars
3. definition=a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "fund" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection <t>fund</t> TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go."

Senses:
1. definition=a reserve of money set aside for some purpose
2. definition=a supply of something available for future use | examples=he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars
3. definition=a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies

In the sentence, "bank protection fund TARP" refers to a reserve of money set aside for the purpose of bank protection (Troubled Asset Relief Program).
Sense 1 matches "a reserve of money set aside for some purpose".
Sense 2 is more about a general supply or store.
Sense 3 is about a mutual fund or investment fund.

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


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

Sentence: On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the <t>amount</t> USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go.

Senses:
1. definition=a quantity of money | examples=he borrowed a large sum
2. definition=the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion | examples=an adequate amount of food for four people
3. definition=how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify
4. definition=a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "amount" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the <t>amount</t> USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go."

Senses:
1. definition=a quantity of money | examples=he borrowed a large sum
2. definition=the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion | examples=an adequate amount of food for four people
3. definition=how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify
4. definition=a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers

In the sentence, "amount" refers to "USD 45 billion", which is a quantity of money.
Sense 1 matches "a quantity of money".

Let's double check.
"amount USD 45 billion" -> quantity of money.
Sense 1: a quantity of money.
Sense 3: how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify.
Sense 1 is more specific and fits perfectly.

Let's review the senses.
Sense 1: a quantity of money.
Sentence: "in the amount USD 45 billion"
This is exactly a quantity of money.

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


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

Sentence: And, according to <t>reports</t> from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support.

Senses:
1. definition=a written document describing the findings of some individual or group | examples=this accords with the recent study by Hill and Dale
2. definition=the act of informing by verbal report | examples=he heard reports that they were causing trouble
3. definition=a short account of the news | examples=the report of his speech
4. definition=a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) | examples=they heard a violent report followed by silence
5. definition=a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment | examples=his father signed his report card
6. definition=an essay (especially one written as an assignment) | examples=he got an A on his composition
7. definition=the general estimation that the public has for a person | examples=he acquired a reputation as an actor before he started writing

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "report" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "And, according to <t>reports</t> from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support."

Senses:
1. written document describing findings
2. act of informing by verbal report
3. a short account of the news
4. sharp explosive sound
5. written evaluation of a student
6. essay
7. general estimation/reputation

In the sentence, "reports from US broadcaster CNBC" refers to news reports or accounts of the news.
Sense 3: "a short account of the news" fits perfectly.
Let's double check.
"reports from US broadcaster CNBC" -> news reports.
Sense 3 is the best match.
Number: 3.


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

Sentence: And, according to reports from US <t>broadcaster</t> CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support.

Senses:
1. definition=someone who broadcasts on radio or television
2. definition=a mechanical device for scattering something (seed or fertilizer or sand etc.) in all directions

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "broadcaster" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "And, according to reports from US <t>broadcaster</t> CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support."
Senses:
1. someone who broadcasts on radio or television
2. a mechanical device for scattering something (seed or fertilizer or sand etc.) in all directions

In the sentence, "broadcaster" refers to CNBC, which is a television network.
Therefore, sense 1 is the correct sense.
I need to return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.


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

Sentence: And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the <t>state</t> support.

Senses:
1. definition=the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation | examples=his state is in the deep south
2. definition=the way something is with respect to its main attributes | examples=the current state of knowledge
3. definition=the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state | examples=the state has lowered its income tax
4. definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | examples=the state has elected a new president
5. definition=(chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids (fixed shape and volume) and liquids (fixed volume and shaped by the container) and gases (filling the container) | examples=the solid state of water is called ice
6. definition=a state of depression or agitation | examples=he was in such a state you just couldn't reason with him
7. definition=the territory occupied by a nation | examples=he returned to the land of his birth
8. definition=the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies | examples=the Department of State was created in 1789

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the <t>state</t> support."
Here, "state" refers to the government of a sovereign state (the US government, which provided support to Citigroup).
Let's check the senses:
1. territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
2. the way something is with respect to its main attributes
3. the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state
4. a politically organized body of people under a single government
5. (chemistry) the three traditional states of matter
6. a state of depression or agitation
7. the territory occupied by a nation
8. the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies

Sense 3: "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state" - examples: "the state has lowered its income tax". This fits "repay the state support" (support from the government).
Wait, "state support" means support from the government.
Sense 3 is the best fit.
Let's double check.
"repay the state support" -> support from the government.
Sense 3: the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state.
Yes.
Let's review Sense 4: a politically organized body of people under a single government.
Sense 3 is more specific to the government itself acting (e.g., providing support, lowering taxes).
Therefore, 3 is the correct sense.
I will return 3.


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

Sentence: And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state <t>support</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together
2. definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party
3. definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support
4. definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | examples=they called for artillery support
5. definition=documentary validation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent
6. definition=the financial means whereby one lives | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep
7. definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
9. definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
10. definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state <t>support</t>."
The word "support" here refers to financial resources or money provided by the state (e.g., bailout funds, financial aid).
Let's look at the senses:
1. the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
2. aiding the cause or policy or interests of
3. something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest
4. a military operation
5. documentary validation
6. the financial means whereby one lives
7. supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
8. the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening
9. a musical part
10. any device that bears the weight of another thing
11. financial resources provided to make some project possible

Wait, "repay the state support" means repaying the financial resources provided by the state.
Sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible" - examples: "the foundation provided support for the experiment".
Sense 1: "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities" - examples: "his support kept the family together".
Sense 6: "the financial means whereby one lives" - examples: "each child was expected to pay for their keep".

Let's read the sentence again: "Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support."
Is it sense 11? "financial resources provided to make some project possible"
Or sense 1? "the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities"
Wait, "repay the state support" -> "support" as a noun meaning the financial resources themselves.
Sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible"
Let's check WordNet for "support".
Sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible" -> "the foundation provided support for the experiment"
Is there another sense?
"financial resources provided to make some project possible" fits "state support" (bailout money).
Let's consider "financial resources provided to make some project possible".
Wait, could it be sense 11? Yes, "state support" in the context of Citigroup repaying it refers to the financial resources (bailout funds) provided by the state.
Let's double check WordNet senses for "support":
1. the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
2. aiding the cause or policy or interests of
3. something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest
4. a military operation
5. documentary validation
6. the financial means whereby one lives
7. supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
8. the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening
9. a musical part
10. any device that bears the weight of another thing
11. financial resources provided to make some project possible

"repay the state support" -> the financial resources provided by the state.
Therefore, sense 11 is the best fit.
Let's review sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible"
Yes, "state support" = financial resources provided by the state.
I will return 11.
Wait, let's think if it could be 1. "the activity of providing..." - you don't repay an activity, you repay the financial resources.
So 11 is the most appropriate.
Let's confirm.
"repay the state support" -> repay the money. Money = financial resources.
Sense 11: financial resources provided to make some project possible.
I am confident it is 11.


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

Sentence: The <t>institutions</t> thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
2. definition=an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated
3. definition=a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society | examples=the institution of marriage
4. definition=the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new | examples=she looked forward to her initiation as an adult
5. definition=a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "institution" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The <t>institutions</t> thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."

Senses:
1. an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
2. an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated
3. a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society
4. the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
5. a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person

In the sentence, "institutions" refers to organizations (like banks or financial institutions) that accept money, have managers, and pay bonuses.
This matches sense 1: "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose".

Let's double check.
"manager bonuses" -> implies an organization, a company, a bank, etc.
Sense 1 fits perfectly.
Sense 2 is about a building.
Sense 3 is about a custom (like marriage).
Sense 4 is about the act of starting something.
Sense 5 is about a mental hospital.

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


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

Sentence: The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the <t>restrictions</t> going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=a principle that limits the extent of something | examples=I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements
2. definition=an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
3. definition=the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary) | examples=the restriction of the infection to a focal area

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "restrictions" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the <t>restrictions</t> going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."

Senses:
1. definition=a principle that limits the extent of something | examples=I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements
2. definition=an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
3. definition=the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary) | examples=the restriction of the infection to a focal area

In the sentence, "restrictions" refers to "limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges". These are principles or rules that limit the extent of something (what the institutions can do with the money).
Sense 1: "a principle that limits the extent of something" fits perfectly, as it refers to specific rules or conditions (limits on bonuses, high charges) that restrict their actions.
Sense 2: "an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)" is more about the action itself.
Sense 3: "the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)" is about containment, like an infection.

Let's look at the example for Sense 1: "I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements". This is very similar to "restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses".

Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate.
Let's double check.
"restrictions" in the sentence is a plural noun referring to specific rules or conditions (limits).
Sense 1: a principle that limits the extent of something.
Sense 2: an act of limiting or restricting.
Sense 3: the act of keeping something within specified bounds.

The sentence talks about "the restrictions... such as the limits on manager bonuses". These are principles/rules that limit what they can do. So Sense 1 is the best match.
Number to return: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the <t>acceptance</t> of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true | examples=he gave credence to the gossip
2. definition=the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception | examples=its adoption by society
3. definition=the state of being acceptable and accepted | examples=torn jeans received no acceptance at the country club
4. definition=(contract law) words signifying consent to the terms of an offer (thereby creating a contract)
5. definition=banking: a time draft drawn on and accepted by a bank
6. definition=a disposition to tolerate or accept people or situations | examples=all people should practice toleration and live together in peace
7. definition=the act of taking something that is offered | examples=her acceptance of the gift encouraged him

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the <t>acceptance</t> of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."
The word "acceptance" here refers to the act of taking the money that is offered.
Let's check the senses:
1. mental attitude that something is believable
2. act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
3. state of being acceptable and accepted
4. contract law: words signifying consent
5. banking: a time draft
6. disposition to tolerate or accept people or situations
7. the act of taking something that is offered

"acceptance of the money" -> the act of taking something that is offered.
Sense 7 fits perfectly.
Let's double check. "her acceptance of the gift encouraged him" -> "acceptance of the money".
Yes, sense 7.
Number: 7.


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

Sentence: The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the <t>money</t>, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender | examples=we tried to collect the money he owed us
2. definition=wealth reckoned in terms of money | examples=all his money is in real estate
3. definition=the official currency issued by a government or national bank | examples=he changed his money into francs

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "money" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the <t>money</t>, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."

Senses:
1. definition=the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender | examples=we tried to collect the money he owed us
2. definition=wealth reckoned in terms of money | examples=all his money is in real estate
3. definition=the official currency issued by a government or national bank | examples=he changed his money into francs

In the sentence, "acceptance of the money" refers to receiving funds, likely a bailout or financial aid, which acts as a medium of exchange or wealth, but specifically, it's about receiving funds (medium of exchange / legal tender / financial resources). Wait, "acceptance of the money" - is it wealth or medium of exchange?
Let's look at the options.
Sense 1: the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender.
Sense 2: wealth reckoned in terms of money.
Sense 3: the official currency issued by a government or national bank.

"acceptance of the money" - receiving the funds. "money" here refers to the funds provided, which is wealth or medium of exchange.
Wait, let's consider WordNet senses for "money".
WordNet senses for "money":
1. the official currency issued by a government or national bank (e.g., he changed his money into francs)
2. the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender (e.g., we tried to collect the money he owed us)
3. wealth reckoned in terms of money (e.g., all his money is in real estate)

Wait, the prompt lists:
1. definition=the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
2. definition=wealth reckoned in terms of money
3. definition=the official currency issued by a government or national bank

In the sentence, "acceptance of the money" refers to receiving a sum of money (like a bailout). Is it sense 1 or sense 2?
"acceptance of the money" -> receiving the funds. "money" as a medium of exchange or wealth?
Actually, "money" in "acceptance of the money" (like bailout money) is often sense 1 (medium of exchange) or sense 2 (wealth).
Let's search for similar examples. "acceptance of the money"
If it's "the money" (specific funds), it might be sense 1.
Let's check the context: "restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges." This sounds like a bank bailout. The "money" is the bailout funds.
Is bailout funds "wealth" or "medium of exchange"?
In WordNet, "money" sense 1: "the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender" -> "we tried to collect the money he owed us", "he spends a lot of money", "he borrowed a lot of money".
Sense 2: "wealth reckoned in terms of money" -> "all his money is in real estate", "he has a lot of money".
Sense 3: "the official currency issued by a government or national bank" -> "he changed his money into francs".

"acceptance of the money" -> receiving the funds. This aligns with "borrowed a lot of money" or "collect the money he owed us", which is sense 1.
Let's consider "money" as in "bailout money". It is a specific amount of funds, which is sense 1.
Let's double check if there's any other sense.
Sense 1: the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender.
Yes, "the money" in this context refers to the funds being accepted, which is a medium of exchange.

Let's look at the example for sense 1: "we tried to collect the money he owed us". This is a specific sum of money.
Example for sense 2: "all his money is in real estate". This is wealth.
In the sentence, "acceptance of the money" refers to a specific sum of money (bailout funds), not general wealth. So it's sense 1.

Let's review the prompt's numbering:
1. definition=the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
2. definition=wealth reckoned in terms of money
3. definition=the official currency issued by a government or national bank

Therefore, the correct sense is 1.
Wait, let's think if it could be 1. "acceptance of the money" -> receiving the funds. Yes, sense 1.
I will return 1.


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

Sentence: The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the <t>limits</t> on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=the greatest possible degree of something | examples=what he did was beyond the bounds of acceptable behavior
2. definition=final or latest limiting point
3. definition=as far as something can go
4. definition=the boundary of a specific area
5. definition=the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity
6. definition=the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed | examples=there are limits on the amount you can bet

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "limits" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the <t>limits</t> on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."

Senses:
1. definition=the greatest possible degree of something | examples=what he did was beyond the bounds of acceptable behavior
2. definition=final or latest limiting point
3. definition=as far as something can go
4. definition=the boundary of a specific area
5. definition=the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity
6. definition=the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed | examples=there are limits on the amount you can bet

In the sentence, "limits on manager bonuses" refers to the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed (i.e., a cap or restriction on the amount of bonuses).
Sense 6 matches this perfectly: "the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed | examples=there are limits on the amount you can bet".

Let's double check.
"limits on manager bonuses" -> restrictions on the amount of bonuses.
Sense 6: "the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed"
This fits perfectly.
Sense 1 is "greatest possible degree of something" (bounds of acceptable behavior).
Sense 6 is "greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed" (limits on the amount you can bet).
"limits on manager bonuses" is about the amount allowed.

Therefore, the correct sense is 6.
I will return only the number 6.


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

Sentence: The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on <t>manager</t> bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=someone who controls resources and expenditures
2. definition=(sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "manager" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on <t>manager</t> bonuses and the paying of high charges."

Senses:
1. definition=someone who controls resources and expenditures
2. definition=(sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team

In the sentence, "manager bonuses" refers to bonuses for people who control resources and expenditures in an institution (like a bank or financial institution), not sports managers.
Therefore, sense 1 is the correct one.
I will return only the number 1.


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

Sentence: The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager <t>bonuses</t> and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=anything that tends to arouse | examples=his approval was an added fillip
2. definition=an additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "bonus" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager <t>bonuses</t> and the paying of high charges."
Senses:
1. definition=anything that tends to arouse | examples=his approval was an added fillip
2. definition=an additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output

In the sentence, "manager bonuses" refers to additional payments to employees (managers).
This matches sense 2.
I will return only the number 2.


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

Sentence: The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high <t>charges</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=an impetuous rush toward someone or something | examples=the wrestler's charge carried him past his adversary
2. definition=(criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense | examples=he was arrested on a charge of larceny
3. definition=the price charged for some article or service | examples=the admission charge
4. definition=the quantity of unbalanced electricity in a body (either positive or negative) and construed as an excess or deficiency of electrons | examples=the battery needed a fresh charge
5. definition=attention and management implying responsibility for safety | examples=he is in the care of a bodyguard
6. definition=a special assignment that is given to a person or group | examples=a confidential mission to London
7. definition=a person committed to your care | examples=the teacher led her charges across the street
8. definition=financial liabilities (such as a tax) | examples=the charges against the estate
9. definition=(psychoanalysis) the libidinal energy invested in some idea or person or object | examples=Freud thought of cathexis as a psychic analog of an electrical charge
10. definition=the swift release of a store of affective force | examples=they got a great bang out of it
11. definition=request for payment of a debt | examples=they submitted their charges at the end of each month
12. definition=a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something | examples=the judge's charge to the jury
13. definition=an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence | examples=the newspaper published charges that Jones was guilty of drunken driving
14. definition=heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield
15. definition=a quantity of explosive to be set off at one time | examples=this cartridge has a powder charge of 50 grains

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "charge" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high <t>charges</t>."

In this context, "paying of high charges" refers to the price or fee charged for some article or service, or financial liabilities.
Let's look at the options:
3. definition=the price charged for some article or service | examples=the admission charge
8. definition=financial liabilities (such as a tax) | examples=the charges against the estate
11. definition=request for payment of a debt | examples=they submitted their charges at the end of each month

Wait, "paying of high charges" in the context of accepting money (like a bailout or loan) usually refers to fees or interest rates, i.e., the price charged for the service (the money).
Let's re-read the sentence: "the paying of high charges".
Is it sense 3 or sense 8?
"the price charged for some article or service" -> "high charges" (fees).
Let's check WordNet for "charge".
Sense 3: the price charged for some article or service. "the admission charge"
Sense 8: financial liabilities (such as a tax). "the charges against the estate"
Sense 11: request for payment of a debt. "they submitted their charges at the end of each month"

In the sentence, "paying of high charges" refers to fees or costs associated with the money. "Price charged for some article or service" fits "high charges" (like fees for a loan).
Let's consider "financial liabilities". "the charges against the estate" is more about debts or taxes owed.
"paying of high charges" -> paying high fees. Fees are the price charged for a service.
Let's look at similar examples. "high charges" usually means high fees.
Sense 3: the price charged for some article or service.

Let's check if there is a better fit.
"paying of high charges" -> paying high fees.
Sense 3 is "the price charged for some article or service".
I will output 3.
Wait, let's think if 3 is the best.
"the paying of high charges"
Could it be 3? Yes.
Let's double check WordNet.
charge (n)
1. an impetuous rush toward someone or something
2. (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense
3. the price charged for some article or service
4. the quantity of unbalanced electricity in a body
5. attention and management implying responsibility for safety
6. a special assignment that is given to a person or group
7. a person committed to your care
8. financial liabilities (such as a tax)
9. (psychoanalysis) the libidinal energy invested in some idea or person or object
10. the swift release of a store of affective force
11. request for payment of a debt
12. a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something
13. an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence
14. heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield
15. a quantity of explosive to be set off at one time

"paying of high charges" -> paying high fees. Fees are the price charged for a service.
Therefore, sense 3 is the most appropriate.
Let's review "financial liabilities (such as a tax)". "charges against the estate". This is different.
"request for payment of a debt". "submitted their charges". This is the bill itself, not the act of paying the price.
So 3 is the best fit.
I will return 3.


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

Sentence: Bank of America had raised some USD 19 billion from investors through convertible <t>loans</t>.

Senses:
1. definition=the temporary provision of money (usually at interest)
2. definition=a word borrowed from another language; e.g. `blitz' is a German word borrowed into modern English

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "loan" in the given sentence.
Sentence: Bank of America had raised some USD 19 billion from investors through convertible <t>loans</t>.
Senses:
1. definition=the temporary provision of money (usually at interest)
2. definition=a word borrowed from another language; e.g. `blitz' is a German word borrowed into modern English

In the sentence, "loans" refers to the temporary provision of money (USD 19 billion).
Therefore, sense 1 is the correct sense.
I need to return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.


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

Sentence: The <t>rest</t> of the amount was taken from its own kitty, which was well filled through the sale of business units.

Senses:
1. definition=something left after other parts have been taken away | examples=there was no remainder
2. definition=freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) | examples=took his repose by the swimming pool
3. definition=a pause for relaxation | examples=people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
4. definition=a state of inaction | examples=a body will continue in a state of rest until acted upon
5. definition=euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) | examples=she was laid to rest beside her husband
6. definition=a support on which things can be put | examples=the gun was steadied on a special rest
7. definition=a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "rest" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The <t>rest</t> of the amount was taken from its own kitty, which was well filled through the sale of business units."

Senses:
1. definition=something left after other parts have been taken away | examples=there was no remainder
2. definition=freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) | examples=took his repose by the swimming pool
3. definition=a pause for relaxation | examples=people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
4. definition=a state of inaction | examples=a body will continue in a state of rest until acted upon
5. definition=euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) | examples=she was laid to rest beside her husband
6. definition=a support on which things can be put | examples=the gun was steadied on a special rest
7. definition=a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration

In the sentence, "The rest of the amount" means the remaining part of the amount.
This matches sense 1: "something left after other parts have been taken away".

Let's double check.
"rest of the amount" -> remainder.
Sense 1 is the correct sense.
Number: 1.
End of thought.


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

Sentence: The rest of the <t>amount</t> was taken from its own kitty, which was well filled through the sale of business units.

Senses:
1. definition=a quantity of money | examples=he borrowed a large sum
2. definition=the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion | examples=an adequate amount of food for four people
3. definition=how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify
4. definition=a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "amount" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The rest of the <t>amount</t> was taken from its own kitty, which was well filled through the sale of business units."

Senses:
1. definition=a quantity of money | examples=he borrowed a large sum
2. definition=the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion | examples=an adequate amount of food for four people
3. definition=how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify
4. definition=a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers

In the sentence, "amount" refers to a quantity of money, as it is taken from a "kitty" (a pool of money) filled through the sale of business units.
Sense 1: "a quantity of money" fits perfectly.

Let's double check.
"amount" in this context means a sum of money.
Sense 1: a quantity of money.
Sense 2: relative magnitude.
Sense 3: how much there is.
Sense 4: quantity obtained by addition.

The sentence explicitly mentions "kitty" and "sale of business units", which strongly points to money.
Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct answer.
Return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 1.


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

Sentence: The rest of the amount was taken from its own kitty, which was well filled through the <t>sale</t> of business units.

Senses:
1. definition=a particular instance of selling | examples=he has just made his first sale
2. definition=the general activity of selling | examples=they tried to boost sales
3. definition=an occasion (usually brief) for buying at specially reduced prices | examples=they held a sale to reduce their inventory
4. definition=the state of being purchasable; offered or exhibited for selling | examples=you'll find vitamin C for sale at most pharmacies
5. definition=an agreement (or contract) in which property is transferred from the seller (vendor) to the buyer (vendee) for a fixed price in money (paid or agreed to be paid by the buyer) | examples=the salesman faxed the sales agreement to his home office

reasoning_content:
The sentence is: "The rest of the amount was taken from its own kitty, which was well filled through the <t>sale</t> of business units."
The word "sale" here refers to the act of selling business units.
Let's look at the senses:
1. a particular instance of selling (e.g., first sale)
2. the general activity of selling (e.g., boost sales)
3. an occasion for buying at specially reduced prices (e.g., held a sale)
4. the state of being purchasable (e.g., for sale)
5. an agreement in which property is transferred from the seller to the buyer for a fixed price (e.g., sales agreement)

Wait, "the sale of business units" refers to the act or instance of selling them.
Is it sense 1 or sense 2?
Sense 1: a particular instance of selling. "the sale of business units" is a particular instance of selling.
Let's check WordNet for "sale".
Sense 1: a particular instance of selling. "he has just made his first sale"
Sense 2: the general activity of selling. "they tried to boost sales"
Sense 3: an occasion (usually brief) for buying at specially reduced prices. "they held a sale to reduce their inventory"
Sense 4: the state of being purchasable; offered or exhibited for selling. "you'll find vitamin C for sale at most pharmacies"
Sense 5: an agreement (or contract) in which property is transferred from the seller (vendor) to the buyer (vendee) for a fixed price in money (paid or agreed to be paid by the buyer). "the salesman faxed the sales agreement to his home office"

Wait, "the sale of business units" could be Sense 1 (a particular instance of selling) or Sense 5 (an agreement in which property is transferred).
Actually, "the sale of business units" is the act of selling them, which is a particular instance of selling.
Let's consider "sale" in WordNet:
1. a particular instance of selling
2. the general activity of selling
3. an occasion (usually brief) for buying at specially reduced prices
4. the state of being purchasable; offered or exhibited for selling
5. an agreement (or contract) in which property is transferred from the seller (vendor) to the buyer (vendee) for a fixed price in money (paid or agreed to be paid by the buyer)

Is "the sale of business units" an instance of selling? Yes.
Is it an agreement? "through the sale of business units" - the act of selling.
Let's search for similar examples. "the sale of the company" -> instance of selling.
Wait, let's look at the phrasing: "the sale of business units". This is a specific event/instance of selling.
Sense 1: a particular instance of selling.
Let's double check if there's any other sense.
Sense 1 fits best. "the sale of [something]" is typically Sense 1.
Let's review the definition of Sense 1: "a particular instance of selling".
Example: "he has just made his first sale".
Another example: "the sale of the house".
Yes, "the sale of business units" is a particular instance of selling.

Let's check if there is a better fit.
Sense 1: a particular instance of selling.
Sense 2: the general activity of selling.
Sense 5: an agreement...
"through the sale of business units" -> the act of selling them.
I will go with 1.
Wait, let's think if "sale" as in "the sale of business units" could be 1.
Yes, "sale" meaning the act of selling something specific.
I'll output 1.
Let's re-read carefully: "The rest of the amount was taken from its own kitty, which was well filled through the sale of business units."
This refers to the specific act/instance of selling the business units.
Therefore, Sense 1.
I am confident in 1.


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

Sentence: <t>Bank</t> head Kenneth Lewis extended his express thanks to the American taxpayer on Wednesday evening: The cash injection helped over a very difficult time.

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | examples=he cashed a check at the bank
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "bank" in the given sentence.
Sentence: <t>Bank</t> head Kenneth Lewis extended his express thanks to the American taxpayer on Wednesday evening: The cash injection helped over a very difficult time.

In this sentence, "Bank head" refers to the head of a financial institution (Kenneth Lewis was the CEO of Bank of America).
Sense 2: "a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities"

Let's check the options:
1. sloping land
2. financial institution
3. long ridge or pile
4. arrangement of similar objects
5. supply or stock held in reserve
6. funds held by a gambling house
7. slope in the turn of a road
8. container for keeping money
9. building in which banking transacted
10. flight maneuver

Sense 2 fits perfectly.
The answer should be just the number.
2


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

Sentence: The <t>bank</t> overstretched at the height of the financial crisis by taking over the investment bank Merrill Lynch.

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | examples=he cashed a check at the bank
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "bank" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The <t>bank</t> overstretched at the height of the financial crisis by taking over the investment bank Merrill Lynch."
The context is about a financial institution taking over an investment bank.
Sense 2: "a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities"
This matches the context perfectly.
I will return only the number 2.


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

Sentence: The bank overstretched at the <t>height</t> of the financial crisis by taking over the investment bank Merrill Lynch.

Senses:
1. definition=the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top
2. definition=the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development | examples=his landscapes were deemed the acme of beauty
3. definition=(of a standing person) the distance from head to foot
4. definition=elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface | examples=the altitude gave her a headache

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "height" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The bank overstretched at the <t>height</t> of the financial crisis by taking over the investment bank Merrill Lynch."
Senses:
1. vertical dimension
2. highest level or degree attainable; highest stage of development
3. distance from head to foot
4. elevation above sea level

In the sentence, "height of the financial crisis" refers to the peak, the highest point, or the most intense stage of the crisis.
This matches sense 2: "the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development".

Let's double check.
Sense 1: physical vertical dimension.
Sense 2: highest level or degree. "height of the financial crisis" = peak of the crisis.
Sense 3: physical height of a person.
Sense 4: altitude.

Therefore, the correct sense is 2.
The user requested to return ONLY the number of the correct sense.
So the output should be "2".


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

Sentence: The bank overstretched at the height of the financial <t>crisis</t> by taking over the investment bank Merrill Lynch.

Senses:
1. definition=an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty | examples=they went bankrupt during the economic crisis
2. definition=a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something | examples=after the crisis the patient either dies or gets better

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "crisis" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The bank overstretched at the height of the financial <t>crisis</t> by taking over the investment bank Merrill Lynch."
Senses:
1. definition=an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty | examples=they went bankrupt during the economic crisis
2. definition=a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something | examples=after the crisis the patient either dies or gets better

In the sentence, "financial crisis" refers to an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty in the economy/finance.
Sense 1 matches "economic crisis" and "unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty".
Sense 2 is more about a turning point, like in a medical context.

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


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

Sentence: The bank overstretched at the height of the financial crisis by taking over the <t>investment</t> bank Merrill Lynch.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit
2. definition=money that is invested with an expectation of profit
3. definition=the commitment of something other than money (time, energy, or effort) to a project with the expectation of some worthwhile result | examples=this job calls for the investment of some hard thinking
4. definition=outer layer or covering of an organ or part or organism
5. definition=the act of putting on robes or vestments
6. definition=the ceremonial act of clothing someone in the insignia of an office; the formal promotion of a person to an office or rank

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "investment" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The bank overstretched at the height of the financial crisis by taking over the <t>investment</t> bank Merrill Lynch."

Senses:
1. the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit
2. money that is invested with an expectation of profit
3. the commitment of something other than money (time, energy, or effort) to a project with the expectation of some worthwhile result
4. outer layer or covering of an organ or part or organism
5. the act of putting on robes or vestments
6. the ceremonial act of clothing someone in the insignia of an office; the formal promotion of a person to an office or rank

Wait, "investment bank" refers to a bank that deals with investments. The word "investment" here is used as a noun adjunct modifying "bank".
Let's look at the senses.
Sense 1: the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit.
Sense 2: money that is invested with an expectation of profit.

In "investment bank", it's a bank that handles investments (money invested or the act of investing).
Actually, "investment" in "investment bank" usually refers to the act of investing or the money invested. Let's see which one fits better.
Wait, "investment bank" is a bank that specializes in investment activities.
Is it sense 1 or sense 2?
Let's check WordNet for "investment".
WordNet senses for "investment":
1. the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit
2. money that is invested with an expectation of profit
3. the commitment of something other than money (time, energy, or effort) to a project with the expectation of some worthwhile result
4. outer layer or covering of an organ or part or organism
5. the act of putting on robes or vestments
6. the ceremonial act of clothing someone in the insignia of an office; the formal promotion of a person to an office or rank

In "investment bank", the bank deals with investments (money that is invested). Or the act of investing.
Let's search for "investment bank" in WordNet or similar datasets.
Actually, the phrase "investment bank" might be classified under sense 1 or 2.
Wait, "investment" in "investment bank" refers to the business of investing.
Let's consider "investment" as "money that is invested with an expectation of profit". An investment bank is a bank that deals with such money.
Or "the act of investing".
Let's look at similar examples. "investment company", "investment trust".
In WordNet, "investment" sense 1: "the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit".
Sense 2: "money that is invested with an expectation of profit".
If I have to choose, "investment bank" is a bank that handles investments (money).
Let's search my internal knowledge for "investment bank" WordNet sense.
Actually, "investment" in "investment bank" is often sense 1 or 2. Let's think if there's a specific convention.
"investment bank" -> a bank that specializes in investments.
Let's guess sense 1: the act of investing.
Wait, "investment" as a modifier often refers to the thing itself. "investment property", "investment income".
Let's look at the definitions again.
1. the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit
2. money that is invested with an expectation of profit

If I say "investment bank", it's a bank for investments (money).
Let's consider "investment" in "investment bank" as sense 1.
Wait, let's search for "investment bank" in SemCor or similar.
In SemCor, "investment" in "investment bank" might be sense 1.
Let's think about "investment" in "investment company".
Actually, "investment" in "investment bank" is sense 1.
Let's reconsider. What does an investment bank do? It helps companies raise capital, facilitates mergers and acquisitions, etc. It deals with the *act* of investing or the *money* invested.
Let's choose 1.
Wait, let's look at the exact wording of sense 1: "the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit".
Sense 2: "money that is invested with an expectation of profit".
In "investment bank", the bank is involved in the *act* of investing or dealing with *money* that is invested.
I will guess 1.
Let's rethink: "investment" in "investment bank" -> "investment" is the act of investing.
Let's try 1.
Wait, could it be 2? "money that is invested". An investment bank is a bank that handles investments (money).
Let's search for "investment bank" in WordNet. WordNet doesn't have "investment bank" as a synset, but "investment" is the headword.
Let's guess 1.
Actually, many sources map "investment bank" to sense 1.
Let's go with 1.
Wait, let's look at the sentence: "The bank overstretched at the height of the financial crisis by taking over the investment bank Merrill Lynch."
"investment" modifies "bank".
I'll output 1.
Let me double check. If "investment" means "money that is invested", then "investment bank" = bank of money that is invested.
If "investment" means "the act of investing", then "investment bank" = bank of the act of investing.
Usually, "investment" as an attributive noun refers to the act or the business of investing. So sense 1.
I will output 1.


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

Sentence: The bank overstretched at the height of the financial crisis by taking over the investment <t>bank</t> Merrill Lynch.

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | examples=he cashed a check at the bank
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

reasoning_content:
The user wants to identify the correct sense of the word "bank" in the given sentence.
Sentence: "The bank overstretched at the height of the financial crisis by taking over the investment <t>bank</t> Merrill Lynch."
The word "bank" here refers to "investment bank", which is a financial institution.
Let's look at the senses:
1. sloping land
2. a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities
3. a long ridge or pile
4. an arrangement of similar objects
5. a supply or stock held in reserve
6. the funds held by a gambling house
7. a slope in the turn of a road
8. a container for keeping money at home
9. a building in which the business of banking transacted
10. a flight maneuver

Sense 2 fits best: "a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities". An investment bank is a type of financial institution.

Let's double check.
"investment bank" -> financial institution.
Sense 2 is the correct one.
Return only the number of the correct sense.
Number: 2.