[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: teacher
Target surface form: teachers
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our <t>teachers</t> to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=teacher%1:18:00:: | definition=a person whose occupation is teaching | synonyms=instructor
2. sense_key=teacher%1:09:00:: | definition=a personified abstraction that teaches | examples=books were his teachers; experience is a demanding teacher

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `teacher`
    *   Target surface form: `teachers`
    *   Context: A passage discussing teachers in the context of education, comparing them to family doctors, mentioning pay, educational crisis, and teachers' unions.
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `teacher%1:18:00::`: a person whose occupation is teaching (synonym: instructor).
        2.  `teacher%1:09:00::`: a personified abstraction that teaches (examples: books, experience).

    *   The text mentions "family doctor", "underpaid", "educate our children", and "teachers' unions".
    *   These all point to human beings whose profession is teaching.
    *   Sense 1 refers to a person whose occupation is teaching.
    *   Sense 2 refers to abstractions (like books or experience).

    *   The context clearly refers to human professionals, not abstractions.
    *   Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct choice.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: think
Target surface form: think
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to <t>think</t> they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=think%2:31:01:: | definition=judge or regard; look upon; judge | synonyms=believe, consider, conceive | examples=I think he is very smart; I believe her to be very smart
2. sense_key=think%2:31:03:: | definition=expect, believe, or suppose | synonyms=opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess | examples=I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel; I thought to find her in a bad state
3. sense_key=think%2:31:00:: | definition=use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments | synonyms=cogitate, cerebrate | examples=I've been thinking all day and getting nowhere
4. sense_key=think%2:31:02:: | definition=recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection | synonyms=remember, retrieve, recall, call back, call up, recollect | examples=I can't remember saying any such thing; I can't think what her last name was
5. sense_key=think%2:36:00:: | definition=imagine or visualize | examples=Just think--you could be rich one day!; Think what a scene it must have been!
6. sense_key=think%2:31:09:: | definition=focus one's attention on a certain state | examples=Think big; think thin
7. sense_key=think%2:31:06:: | definition=have in mind as a purpose | synonyms=intend, mean | examples=I mean no harm; I only meant to help you
8. sense_key=think%2:31:12:: | definition=decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting | examples=Can you think what to do next?
9. sense_key=think%2:31:13:: | definition=ponder; reflect on, or reason about | examples=Think the matter through; Think how hard life in Russia must be these days
10. sense_key=think%2:31:15:: | definition=dispose the mind in a certain way | examples=Do you really think so?
11. sense_key=think%2:31:14:: | definition=have or formulate in the mind | examples=think good thoughts
12. sense_key=think%2:31:08:: | definition=be capable of conscious thought | examples=Man is the only creature that thinks
13. sense_key=think%2:30:00:: | definition=bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation | examples=She thought herself into a state of panic over the final exam

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

finish_reason: stop

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `think`
    *   Target surface form: `think`
    *   Context: "It is silly libel on our teachers to <t>think</t> they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."

    *   The sentence says: "It is silly libel... to think [that] they would educate our children better..."
    *   In this context, "think" means to hold a belief, to believe, or to consider something to be true.

    *   Sense 1: `judge or regard; look upon; judge` (synonyms: believe, consider, conceive). Example: "I think he is very smart."
    *   Sense 2: `expect, believe, or suppose` (synonyms: opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess). Example: "I imagine she earned a lot of money..."
    *   Sense 3: `use or exercise the mind... to make inferences...` (synonyms: cogitate, cerebrate). Example: "I've been thinking all day..."
    *   Sense 4: `recall knowledge from memory` (synonyms: remember, retrieve). Example: "I can't think what her last name was."
    *   Sense 5: `imagine or visualize`. Example: "Just think--you could be rich one day!"
    *   Sense 6: `focus one's attention on a certain state`. Example: "Think big."
    *   Sense 7: `have in mind as a purpose` (synonyms: intend, mean). Example: "I mean no harm."
    *   Sense 8: `decide by pondering...`. Example: "Can you think what to do next?"
    *   Sense 9: `ponder; reflect on...`. Example: "Think the matter through."
    *   Sense 10: `dispose the mind in a certain way`. Example: "Do you really think so?"
    *   Sense 11: `have or formulate in the mind`. Example: "think good thoughts."
    *   Sense 12: `be capable of conscious thought`. Example: "Man is the only creature that thinks."
    *   Sense 13: `bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation`. Example: "She thought herself into a state of panic..."

    *   The context "to think they would educate our children better" is a statement of belief or opinion.
    *   Sense 1 ("judge or regard; look upon; judge" / "believe, consider") and Sense 2 ("expect, believe, or suppose" / "opine, suppose, imagine") are very close.
    *   Let's look at the examples:
        *   Sense 1: "I think he is very smart" (belief about a quality/state).
        *   Sense 2: "I imagine she earned a lot of money" (supposition/guess).
    *   In the context "to think they would educate our children better", the speaker is talking about a belief or a conviction held by some people (the "libel" is the belief itself).
    *   Sense 1 (believe, consider) fits well. Sense 2 (suppose, imagine) also fits, but "believe" is a stronger match for a conviction that is being labeled as "libel".
    *   Wait, let's re-examine Sense 1 vs Sense 2.
        *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge (believe, consider, conceive).
        *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose (opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess).
    *   "It is silly libel... to think [believe/suppose] they would educate our children better..."
    *   Usually, "think" in the sense of "believe that [clause]" is mapped to Sense 1 or 2.
    *   Looking at the synonyms:
        *   Sense 1: believe, consider, conceive.
        *   Sense 2: opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess.
    *   The context is about a belief held by people (the unions/the public). "Believe" is a synonym for both. However, "consider" (Sense 1) or "suppose/imagine" (Sense 2).
    *   "It is silly libel... to believe they would educate our children better..."
    *   "It is silly libel... to suppose they would educate our children better..."
    *   Sense 1 often refers to a more stable judgment or opinion ("I think he is smart").
    *   Sense 2 often refers to a more tentative belief or a guess ("I think it will rain").
    *   The belief that more money leads to better education is a held opinion/judgment.

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge.
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose.
    *   In "I think he is very smart", it's a judgment.
    *   In "I imagine she earned a lot of money", it's a supposition.
    *   "To think they would educate our children better" is a judgment/belief about a causal relationship.

    *   Sense 1: believe, consider, conceive.
    *   Sense 2: opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess.
    *   The sentence "It is silly libel... to think..." suggests a mistaken belief. "Believe" is listed in both, but "consider" (Sense 1) fits the "judgment" aspect of "libel" better.

    *   Wait, let's look at Sense 1 again: "judge or regard; look upon; judge".
    *   Sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose".
    *   If I say "I think that...", I am usually opining or supposing (Sense 2).
    *   If I say "I think him a fool", I am judging/regarding (Sense 1).
    *   The structure "think [that] they would educate..." is a clausal complement.
    *   Sense 1 example: "I think he is very smart" (clausal complement).
    *   Sense 2 example: "I imagine she earned a lot of money" (clausal complement).
    *   Actually, "I think he is very smart" is listed under Sense 1.
    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "judge or regard; look upon; judge".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose".
    *   "It is silly libel... to think they would educate our children better..."
    *   This is a belief/opinion. Sense 1's "believe, consider" and Sense 2's "opine, suppose" are both very close.
    *   However, "believe" is explicitly in the definition of Sense 2 and as a synonym of Sense 1.
    *   Let's look at the nuance. Sense 1 is more about "regarding" someone as something. Sense 2 is more about "supposing" something to be the case.
    *   "Think they would educate our children better" is a supposition about a hypothetical outcome. This leans slightly towards Sense 2.
    *   But "I think he is very smart" (Sense 1) is also a belief about a state.
    *   Let's check other sources or common WordNet mappings. Often, "think" meaning "believe" is Sense 1.
    *   Wait, Sense 1: "judge or regard; look upon; judge". Sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose".
    *   If the sentence is "I think (that) he is smart", is that judging him or supposing he is smart? It's judging.
    *   If the sentence is "I think (that) it will rain", it's supposing.
    *   "Think they would educate our children better" is a belief about a result. It's more of a supposition/opinion than a judgment of a person's character.

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge.
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose.
    *   "It is silly libel... to think they would educate our children better..."
    *   This is an opinion/belief. "Believe" is in the definition of Sense 2.
    *   Let's look at the synonyms again.
    *   Sense 1: believe, consider, conceive.
    *   Sense 2: opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess.
    *   "To think they would educate our children better" = "To believe/suppose they would educate our children better".
    *   Looking at the examples again:
        *   Sense 1: "I think he is very smart"
        *   Sense 2: "I imagine she earned a lot of money"
    *   The target sentence "think they would educate our children better" is very similar in structure to "I think he is very smart".
    *   Wait, "I think he is very smart" is a judgment. "They would educate our children better" is a prediction/supposition.
    *   Predictions/suppositions usually fall under "suppose, imagine, reckon, guess" (Sense 2).

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge.
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose.
    *   "Think they would educate our children better" -> "Suppose they would educate our children better".
    *   This feels like Sense 2.

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge.
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose.
    *   If I say "I think you are wrong", am I judging you or supposing you are wrong?
    *   If I say "I think it's going to rain", I'm supposing.
    *   "Think they would educate our children better" is a belief about a hypothetical. This is closer to "suppose" or "believe" in the sense of an opinion.
    *   Let's look at the WordNet sense keys provided.
    *   think%2:31:01 (Sense 1)
    *   think%2:31:03 (Sense 2)
    *   In many WordNet-based datasets, "think" as in "believe that" is often 31:01 or 31:03.
    *   Let's re-read the definitions one more time.
    *   1: judge or regard; look upon; judge.
    *   2: expect, believe, or suppose.
    *   The context "It is silly libel... to think..." implies a mistaken belief.
    *   "I think he is very smart" (Sense 1) is a judgment.
    *   "I imagine she earned a lot of money" (Sense 2) is a supposition.
    *   "Think they would educate our children better" is a supposition about the effect of more money.

    *   Sense 1: believe, consider, conceive.
    *   Sense 2: opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess.
    *   "It is silly libel... to believe they would educate our children better..."
    *   "It is silly libel... to suppose they would educate our children better..."
    *   Both work. But "suppose" (Sense 2) often fits these "if... then..." hypothetical beliefs better.

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge.
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose.
    *   Wait, "believe" is in the definition of Sense 2. "Believe" is a synonym of Sense 1.
    *   This is tricky. Let's look at the examples again.
    *   Sense 1: "I think he is very smart"
    *   Sense 2: "I imagine she earned a lot of money"
    *   The target "think they would educate our children better" is a belief about a potential outcome. This is more like "imagine" or "suppose" than "judge" or "regard".

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge.
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose.
    *   If the belief is "Teachers are underpaid", that's a judgment (Sense 1).
    *   If the belief is "If they got more money, they would educate better", that's a supposition/expectation (Sense 2).
    *   The target is the latter.

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge.
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose.
    *   The target "think they would educate our children better" is a belief about a hypothetical result.
    *   Sense 2's "expect, believe, or suppose" fits this perfectly.

currency: USD

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[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: educate
Target surface form: educate
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would <t>educate</t> our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=educate%2:41:00:: | definition=give an education to | examples=We must educate our youngsters better
2. sense_key=educate%2:31:00:: | definition=create by training and teaching | synonyms=train, develop, prepare | examples=The old master is training world-class violinists; we develop the leaders for the future
3. sense_key=educate%2:41:01:: | definition=teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment | synonyms=school, train, cultivate, civilize, civilise | examples=Cultivate your musical taste; Train your tastebuds

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `educate`
    *   Target surface form: `educate`
    *   Context: "...It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would <t>educate</t> our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `educate%2:41:00::` - give an education to (Example: "We must educate our youngsters better")
        2.  `educate%2:31:00::` - create by training and teaching (Synonyms: train, develop, prepare; Example: "develop the leaders for the future")
        3.  `educate%2:41:01::` - teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment (Synonyms: school, train, cultivate, civilize; Example: "Cultivate your musical taste")

    *   The sentence discusses teachers and their role in the "educational crisis" and how they "educate our children".
    *   This is the general sense of providing schooling or an education to children.

    *   Sense 1: "give an education to" (Example: "We must educate our youngsters better"). This matches the context perfectly ("educate our children better").
    *   Sense 2: "create by training and teaching" (Focuses on developing a specific type of person, e.g., "develop the leaders for the future"). While related, Sense 1 is the more direct and general meaning of schooling children.
    *   Sense 3: "teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment" (Focuses on taste/judgment, e.g., "Cultivate your musical taste"). This does not fit the general context of schooling children.

    *   The context "educate our children better" is almost identical to the example for Sense 1 ("educate our youngsters better").


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: child
Target surface form: children
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our <t>children</t> better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=child%1:18:00:: | definition=a young person of either sex | synonyms=kid, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry | examples=she writes books for children; they're just kids
2. sense_key=child%1:18:01:: | definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | synonyms=kid | examples=they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college
3. sense_key=child%1:18:06:: | definition=an immature childish person | synonyms=baby | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived; stop being a baby!
4. sense_key=child%1:18:07:: | definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `child`
    *   Target surface form: `children`
    *   Context: "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our <t>children</t> better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `child%1:18:00`: a young person of either sex (kid, youngster, minor).
        2.  `child%1:18:01`: a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age.
        3.  `child%1:18:06`: an immature childish person.
        4.  `child%1:18:07`: a member of a clan or tribe.

    *   The sentence discusses teachers educating "our children".
    *   In the context of education and teachers, "children" typically refers to young people who are students.
    *   Sense 1 refers to "a young person of either sex" (the age-based definition).
    *   Sense 2 refers to "a human offspring... of any age" (the kinship-based definition).
    *   Sense 3 refers to immaturity.
    *   Sense 4 refers to clan/tribe membership.

    *   While "our children" could imply offspring (Sense 2), in the context of a general discussion about teachers and the educational crisis, "our children" is often used collectively to mean the young people/students of a society or community.
    *   However, let's look closer. "Educate our children" usually refers to the children (young people) being taught in schools.
    *   Comparing Sense 1 (young person) and Sense 2 (offspring):
        *   Sense 1: "she writes books for children" (age-based).
        *   Sense 2: "they had three children" (kinship-based).
    *   In "educate our children", the primary characteristic relevant to education is their age/stage of development (young people), although they are also the offspring of the parents/society.
    *   Usually, in the context of schooling, "children" refers to the age group (Sense 1). If the author meant "offspring", the focus would be on the parent-child relationship. Here, the focus is on the teacher-student relationship.

    *   Sense 1: a young person of either sex.
    *   Sense 2: a human offspring.
    *   In the phrase "educate our children", "children" refers to the students, who are young people. While they are offspring of someone, the role of the teacher is to educate young people.

    *   Wait, let's re-evaluate. "Our children" often means "the children of our community" or "our own offspring".
    *   If I say "We must protect our children," it can mean both.
    *   If I say "Teachers educate our children," it refers to the young people in the school system.
    *   Looking at WordNet's typical distinctions:
        *   `child%1:18:00` (young person) is used for age.
        *   `child%1:18:01` (offspring) is used for kinship.
    *   In "educate our children", the "our" suggests a collective ownership/relationship (parents/society), but the "educate" part targets the age group.
    *   However, in most WSD datasets (like SemCor), "children" in the context of schooling/education is typically mapped to the "young person" sense unless the kinship is the central point.

    *   Sense 1: young person.
    *   Sense 2: offspring.
    *   Context: "educate our children".
    *   If the sentence was "The parents want the best for their children," it's Sense 2.
    *   If the sentence is "The school provides education for children," it's Sense 1.
    *   "Educate our children" blends these, but the primary meaning in the context of a teacher's job is educating young people.

    *   Let's check the examples again.
        *   Sense 1: "she writes books for children" (age).
        *   Sense 2: "they had three children" (offspring).
    *   "Educate our children" is closer to "writes books for children" than "they had three children".

    *   Sense 1: young person.
    *   Sense 2: offspring.
    *   Sense 3: immature person.
    *   Sense 4: clan member.
    *   The most fitting is Sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: better
Target surface form: better
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children <t>better</t> if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=better%4:02:00:: | definition=comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc. | examples=She had never sung better; a deed better left undone
2. sense_key=better%4:02:01:: | definition=from a position of superiority or authority | synonyms=best | examples=father knows best; I know better.
3. sense_key=well%4:02:00:: | definition=(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') | synonyms=well, good | examples=the children behaved well; a task well done
4. sense_key=well%4:02:05:: | definition=thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form; ; ; ; ; , | synonyms=well | examples=The problem is well understood; she was well informed
5. sense_key=well%4:02:03:: | definition=indicating high probability; in all likelihood | synonyms=well, easily | examples=I might well do it; a mistake that could easily have ended in disaster
6. sense_key=well%4:02:15:: | definition=(used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully | synonyms=well | examples=a book well worth reading; was well aware of the difficulties ahead
7. sense_key=well%4:02:08:: | definition=to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree | synonyms=well | examples=the project was well underway; the fetus has well developed organs
8. sense_key=well%4:02:07:: | definition=favorably; with approval | synonyms=well | examples=their neighbors spoke well of them; he thought well of the book
9. sense_key=well%4:02:11:: | definition=to a great extent or degree | synonyms=well, considerably, substantially | examples=I'm afraid the film was well over budget; painting the room white made it seem considerably (or substantially) larger
10. sense_key=well%4:02:14:: | definition=with great or especially intimate knowledge | synonyms=well, intimately | examples=we knew them well
11. sense_key=well%4:02:13:: | definition=with prudence or propriety | synonyms=well | examples=You would do well to say nothing more; could not well refuse
12. sense_key=well%4:02:12:: | definition=with skill or in a pleasing manner | synonyms=well | examples=she dances well; he writes well
13. sense_key=well%4:02:10:: | definition=in a manner affording benefit or advantage | synonyms=well, advantageously | examples=she married well; The children were settled advantageously in Seattle
14. sense_key=well%4:02:09:: | definition=in financial comfort | synonyms=well, comfortably | examples=They live well; she has been able to live comfortably since her husband died
15. sense_key=well%4:02:01:: | definition=without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor | synonyms=well | examples=took the joke well; took the tragic news well

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `better`
    *   Target surface form: `better`
    *   Context: "...think they would educate our children <t>better</t> if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Meaning: The sentence suggests that increasing teachers' pay would not result in them educating children in a more effective or superior manner.

    *   Sense 1: `better%4:02:00::` - comparative of `well`; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc.
    *   Sense 2: `better%4:02:01::` - from a position of superiority or authority (e.g., "I know better").
    *   Sense 3: `well%4:02:00::` - in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard.
    *   Sense 4: `well%4:02:05::` - thoroughly or completely.
    *   Sense 5: `well%4:02:03::` - indicating high probability.
    *   Sense 6: `well%4:02:15::` - entirely or fully.
    *   Sense 7: `well%4:02:08::` - to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree.
    *   Sense 8: `well%4:02:07::` - favorably; with approval.
    *   Sense 9: `well%4:02:11::` - to a great extent or degree.
    *   Sense 10: `well%4:02:14::` - with great or especially intimate knowledge.
    *   Sense 11: `well%4:02:13::` - with prudence or propriety.
    *   Sense 12: `well%4:02:12::` - with skill or in a pleasing manner.
    *   Sense 13: `well%4:02:10::` - in a manner affording benefit or advantage.
    *   Sense 14: `well%4:02:09::` - in financial comfort.
    *   Sense 15: `well%4:02:01::` - without unusual distress or resentment.

    *   The word "better" in "educate our children better" is clearly the comparative form of "well".
    *   Looking at the senses, Sense 1 is explicitly the comparative of `well` ("comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner...").
    *   Senses 3-15 are various meanings of the base word `well`.
    *   The context "educate our children better" means "educate them in a more excellent/effective manner". This fits Sense 1 perfectly.

    *   Sense 1: comparative of `well`; in a better or more excellent manner...
    *   Context: "...educate our children better..."
    *   This is a direct match.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: get
Target surface form: got
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they <t>got</t> a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=get%2:40:00:: | definition=come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire | examples=She got a lot of paintings from her uncle; They acquired a new pet
2. sense_key=get%2:30:00:: | definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | synonyms=become, go | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news; It must be getting more serious
3. sense_key=get%2:30:02:: | definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | synonyms=let, have | examples=He got his squad on the ball; This let me in for a big surprise
4. sense_key=get%2:30:03:: | definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | synonyms=receive, find, obtain, incur | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation; His movie received a good review
5. sense_key=get%2:38:00:: | definition=reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress | synonyms=arrive, come | examples=She arrived home at 7 o'clock; She didn't get to Chicago until after midnight
6. sense_key=get%2:35:03:: | definition=go or come after and bring or take back | synonyms=bring, convey, fetch | examples=Get me those books over there, please; Could you bring the wine?
7. sense_key=get%2:39:00:: | definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | synonyms=experience, receive, have | examples=get an idea; experience vertigo
8. sense_key=get%2:33:00:: | definition=take vengeance on or get even | synonyms=pay back, pay off, fix | examples=We'll get them!; That'll fix him good!
9. sense_key=get%2:40:01:: | definition=achieve a point or goal | synonyms=have, make | examples=Nicklaus had a 70; The Brazilian team got 4 goals
10. sense_key=get%2:32:00:: | definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | synonyms=induce, stimulate, cause, have, make | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR; My children finally got me to buy a computer
11. sense_key=get%2:35:09:: | definition=succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase | synonyms=catch, capture | examples=We finally got the suspect; Did you catch the thief?
12. sense_key=get%2:29:01:: | definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | synonyms=grow, develop, produce, acquire | examples=He grew a beard; The patient developed abdominal pains
13. sense_key=get%2:29:00:: | definition=be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness | synonyms=contract, take | examples=He got AIDS; She came down with pneumonia
14. sense_key=get%2:32:03:: | definition=communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone | examples=Bill called this number and he got Mary; The operator couldn't get Kobe because of the earthquake
15. sense_key=get%2:30:01:: | definition=give certain properties to something | synonyms=make | examples=get someone mad; She made us look silly
16. sense_key=get%2:32:08:: | definition=move into a desired direction of discourse | synonyms=drive, aim | examples=What are you driving at?
17. sense_key=get%2:31:09:: | definition=grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of | synonyms=catch | examples=did you catch that allusion?; We caught something of his theory in the lecture
18. sense_key=get%2:35:00:: | definition=attract and fix | synonyms=catch, arrest | examples=His look caught her; She caught his eye
19. sense_key=get%2:35:10:: | definition=reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot | synonyms=catch | examples=the rock caught her in the back of the head; The blow got him in the back
20. sense_key=get%2:31:03:: | definition=reach by calculation | examples=What do you get when you add up these numbers?
21. sense_key=get%2:40:14:: | definition=acquire as a result of some effort or action | examples=You cannot get water out of a stone; Where did she get these news?
22. sense_key=get%2:40:13:: | definition=purchase | examples=What did you get at the toy store?
23. sense_key=get%2:39:13:: | definition=perceive by hearing | synonyms=catch | examples=I didn't catch your name; She didn't get his name when they met the first time
24. sense_key=get%2:39:09:: | definition=suffer from the receipt of | synonyms=catch | examples=She will catch hell for this behavior!
25. sense_key=get%2:39:14:: | definition=receive as a retribution or punishment | synonyms=receive | examples=He got 5 years in prison
26. sense_key=get%2:38:15:: | definition=leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form | synonyms=scram, buzz off, fuck off, bugger off | examples=Scram!
27. sense_key=get%2:38:12:: | definition=reach and board | examples=She got the bus just as it was leaving
28. sense_key=get%2:37:12:: | definition=irritate | synonyms=get under one's skin | examples=Her childish behavior really get to me; His lying really gets me
29. sense_key=get%2:37:11:: | definition=evoke an emotional response | examples=Brahms's `Requiem' gets me every time
30. sense_key=get%2:36:14:: | definition=apprehend and reproduce accurately | synonyms=catch | examples=She really caught the spirit of the place in her drawings; She got the mood just right in her photographs
31. sense_key=get%2:36:00:: | definition=earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher | synonyms=draw | examples=He drew a base on balls
32. sense_key=get%2:35:12:: | definition=overcome or destroy | examples=The ice storm got my hibiscus; the cat got the goldfish
33. sense_key=get%2:31:10:: | definition=be a mystery or bewildering to | synonyms=perplex, vex, stick, puzzle, mystify, baffle | examples=This beats me!; Got me--I don't know the answer!
34. sense_key=get%2:30:12:: | definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | synonyms=get down, begin, start out, start, set about, set out | examples=We began working at dawn; Who will start?
35. sense_key=get%2:29:11:: | definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | synonyms=suffer, sustain, have | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident; He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars
36. sense_key=get%2:29:08:: | definition=make children | synonyms=beget, engender, father, mother, sire, generate | examples=Abraham begot Isaac; Men often father children but don't recognize them

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `get`
    *   Target surface form: `got`
    *   Context: "...think they would educate our children better if only they <t>got</t> a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Meaning: In this context, "got a few thousand dollars a year more" refers to receiving an increase in salary/pay.

    *   1: come into the possession of something concrete or abstract (acquire) - *Possible*
    *   2: enter or assume a certain state or condition (become) - *No*
    *   3: cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition (let, have) - *No*
    *   4: receive a specified treatment (abstract) (receive, find, obtain, incur) - *No*
    *   5: reach a destination (arrive) - *No*
    *   6: go or come after and bring or take back (bring, fetch) - *No*
    *   7: go through (mental or physical states or experiences) (experience) - *No*
    *   8: take vengeance on or get even (pay back) - *No*
    *   9: achieve a point or goal (have, make) - *No*
    *   10: cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner (induce) - *No*
    *   11: succeed in catching or seizing (catch, capture) - *No*
    *   12: come to have or undergo a change of (physical features) (grow, develop) - *No*
    *   13: be stricken by an illness (contract) - *No*
    *   14: communicate with a place or person (establish communication) - *No*
    *   15: give certain properties to something (make) - *No*
    *   16: move into a desired direction of discourse (drive, aim) - *No*
    *   17: grasp with the mind (catch) - *No*
    *   18: attract and fix (catch, arrest) - *No*
    *   19: reach with a blow or hit (catch) - *No*
    *   20: reach by calculation - *No*
    *   21: acquire as a result of some effort or action - *Possible*
    *   22: purchase - *No*
    *   23: perceive by hearing (catch) - *No*
    *   24: suffer from the receipt of (catch) - *No*
    *   25: receive as a retribution or punishment (receive) - *No*
    *   26: leave immediately (scram) - *No*
    *   27: reach and board (bus/train) - *No*
    *   28: irritate (get under skin) - *No*
    *   29: evoke an emotional response - *No*
    *   30: apprehend and reproduce accurately (catch) - *No*
    *   31: earn or achieve a base (baseball) - *No*
    *   32: overcome or destroy - *No*
    *   33: be a mystery or bewildering to (perplex) - *No*
    *   34: take the first step or steps in carrying out an action (begin) - *No*
    *   35: undergo (injuries and illnesses) (suffer) - *No*
    *   36: make children (beget) - *No*

    *   Sense 1: "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract" (synonym: acquire). Example: "She got a lot of paintings from her uncle."
    *   Sense 21: "acquire as a result of some effort or action". Example: "You cannot get water out of a stone; Where did she get these news?"

    *   The context is about teachers receiving more money (salary). Salary is something you "come into the possession of" or "acquire".
    *   Sense 1 is a very general sense of acquiring possession.
    *   Sense 21 emphasizes "as a result of some effort or action".
    *   Looking at the examples for Sense 1: "She got a lot of paintings from her uncle" (gift/inheritance).
    *   Looking at the examples for Sense 21: "You cannot get water out of a stone" (effort/impossibility), "Where did she get these news?" (obtaining information).
    *   Wait, let's re-examine Sense 1. "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract". Money is concrete.
    *   Is there a better sense? Let's check Sense 4: "receive a specified treatment (abstract)". No.
    *   Let's check Sense 9: "achieve a point or goal". No.
    *   Let's check Sense 21 again: "acquire as a result of some effort or action". Salary is acquired as a result of work (effort).
    *   However, in many WordNet-style datasets, "get money" (as in salary) is often mapped to the most general "acquire/come into possession" sense unless it's specifically about the *effort* of getting it.
    *   Let's compare Sense 1 and Sense 21 again.
        *   Sense 1: come into the possession of something concrete or abstract.
        *   Sense 21: acquire as a result of some effort or action.
    *   In the sentence "if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more", the focus is on the *possession* of the money (the increase in pay), not necessarily the *effort* of getting it (though work is implied).
    *   Actually, looking at Sense 1's synonym "acquire", it fits well.
    *   Let's look at Sense 21's examples again: "Where did she get these news?" (obtaining information).
    *   Let's look at Sense 1's examples: "She got a lot of paintings from her uncle."
    *   Usually, "get [amount of money]" is Sense 1.

    *   Sense 1: come into the possession of something concrete or abstract.
    *   Sense 21: acquire as a result of some effort or action.
    *   If I say "I got $10 for my birthday," that's Sense 1.
    *   If I say "I got a raise," that's Sense 1 (coming into possession of more money).
    *   Sense 21 seems more about the *source* or the *difficulty* of the acquisition ("get water out of a stone").

    *   Sense 1 is the most fitting general sense for receiving/acquiring money.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a <t>year</t> more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `year`
    *   Target surface form: `year`
    *   Context: "...think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a <t>year</t> more."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `year%1:28:01::`: a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days (twelvemonth, yr).
        2.  `year%1:28:02::`: a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity (e.g., school year).
        3.  `year%1:28:00::`: the period of time that it takes for a planet to make a complete revolution around the sun.
        4.  `year%1:14:00::`: a body of students who graduate together (class).

    *   The phrase is "a few thousand dollars a year more".
    *   This refers to an annual salary increase.
    *   "A year" in the context of salary refers to the standard calendar year (365/366 days).

    *   Sense 1: 365/366 days. (Fits perfectly for annual salary).
    *   Sense 2: A part of a calendar year for a specific activity (e.g., school year). While teachers work in school years, salary is typically calculated per calendar year or per annum. However, "a year" in "dollars a year" is the standard way to express an annual rate.
    *   Sense 3: Astronomical year. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 4: Graduating class. (Incorrect).

    *   Sense 1 is the general term for the 365/366 day period.
    *   Sense 2 is a specific *portion* of a year (like a school year).
    *   "Dollars a year" refers to the annual rate, which aligns with the standard definition of a year as a 365/366 day period.

    *   Sense 1: `year%1:28:01::` (365/366 days).
    *   Sense 2: `year%1:28:02::` (part of a calendar year).
    *   The context "dollars a year" is a standard expression for annual income. This is the standard 365-day period.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: more
Target surface form: more
Context:
In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year <t>more</t>. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=more%4:02:00:: | definition=used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs | synonyms=to a greater extent | examples=more interesting; more beautiful
2. sense_key=more%4:02:01:: | definition=comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent | examples=he works more now; they eat more than they should

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: "more"
    *   Target surface form: "more"
    *   Context: "...think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year <t>more</t>."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `more%4:02:00`: used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs (e.g., "more interesting").
        2.  `more%4:02:01`: comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent (e.g., "he works more now").

    *   The phrase is "a few thousand dollars a year more".
    *   Here, "more" is modifying the amount "a few thousand dollars a year".
    *   It indicates an additional amount.
    *   Let's look at the candidate senses again.
    *   Sense 1 is for adjectives/adverbs (comparative marker). "More" is not modifying an adjective here (like "more beautiful").
    *   Sense 2 is the comparative of "much" (to a greater degree or extent).

    *Wait*, let me re-examine the WordNet senses for "more".
    Usually, "more" as a determiner/pronoun meaning "an additional amount" is a different sense.
    Let's look at the provided options again.
    Sense 1: `more%4:02:00` (comparative of adjectives/adverbs).
    Sense 2: `more%4:02:01` (comparative of much).

    In "a few thousand dollars a year more", "more" is used as an adverb or determiner meaning "in addition".
    Is it the comparative of "much"?
    "They got much" -> "They got more".
    "A few thousand dollars more" = an additional amount.

    Let's check if there are other senses of "more" in WordNet that aren't listed. The prompt only gives two.
    Sense 1: "more interesting" (comparative marker).
    Sense 2: "he works more now" (comparative of much).

    In the sentence "if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more", "more" functions similarly to "he works more now" (meaning to a greater extent/amount). It's not modifying an adjective.

    Therefore, Sense 2 is the only one that fits.

    *   Context: "...got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Sense 1: Comparative of adjectives/adverbs. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent. (Correct)

    The phrase "a few thousand dollars more" means "an additional amount", which is the comparative of "much" (as in "much money" -> "more money").

    Wait, let me double-check if "more" in "a few thousand dollars more" is an adverb or a determiner.
    "They got [a few thousand dollars a year] more."
    It's acting as a post-modifier of the amount, meaning "additional".
    Comparing "much" (a lot) to "more" (a greater amount).

    Sense 2: "comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent".
    Example: "he works more now".
    This fits better than Sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: teacher
Target surface form: teachers
Context:
If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the <t>teachers</t>' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=teacher%1:18:00:: | definition=a person whose occupation is teaching | synonyms=instructor
2. sense_key=teacher%1:09:00:: | definition=a personified abstraction that teaches | examples=books were his teachers; experience is a demanding teacher

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `teacher`
    *   Target surface form: `teachers`
    *   Context: "Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis... It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the <t>teachers</t>' unions do not mind spreading..."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `teacher%1:18:00::`: a person whose occupation is teaching (synonym: instructor).
        2.  `teacher%1:09:00::`: a personified abstraction that teaches (examples: books, experience).

    *   The context mentions "educational crisis," "underpaid," "educate our children," and "teachers' unions."
    *   These terms clearly refer to human beings employed in the profession of teaching.
    *   Sense 1 refers to a person whose occupation is teaching.
    *   Sense 2 refers to abstractions (like books or experience).

    *   The context refers to people (professionals), not abstractions.
    *   Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct choice.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: union
Target surface form: unions
Context:
If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' <t>unions</t> do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=union%1:14:01:: | definition=an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer | synonyms=labor union, trade union, trades union, brotherhood | examples=you have to join the union in order to get a job
2. sense_key=union%1:15:00:: | definition=the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War) | synonyms=North | examples=he has visited every state in the Union; Lee hoped to detach Maryland from the Union
3. sense_key=union%1:04:02:: | definition=the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes | synonyms=coupling, mating, pairing, conjugation, sexual union | examples=the casual couplings of adolescents; the mating of some species occurs only in the spring
4. sense_key=union%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being joined or united or linked | synonyms=unification | examples=there is strength in union
5. sense_key=union%1:26:02:: | definition=the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) | synonyms=marriage, matrimony, spousal relationship, wedlock | examples=a long and happy marriage; God bless this union
6. sense_key=union%1:22:00:: | definition=healing process involving the growing together of the edges of a wound or the growing together of broken bones | synonyms=conglutination
7. sense_key=union%1:14:02:: | definition=a political unit formed from previously independent people or organizations | examples=the Soviet Union
8. sense_key=union%1:14:03:: | definition=a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets | synonyms=sum, join | examples=let C be the union of the sets A and B
9. sense_key=union%1:11:00:: | definition=the occurrence of a uniting of separate parts | examples=lightning produced an unusual union of the metals
10. sense_key=union%1:06:01:: | definition=a device on a national flag emblematic of the union of two or more sovereignties (typically in the upper inner corner)
11. sense_key=union%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of making or becoming a single unit | synonyms=unification, uniting, conjugation, jointure | examples=the union of opposing factions; he looked forward to the unification of his family for the holidays

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `union`
    *   Target surface form: `unions`
    *   Context: "It is the kind of libel the teachers' <t>unions</t> do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes."
    *   Key phrase: "teachers' unions"

    *   Sense 1: "an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer" (Synonyms: labor union, trade union).
    *   Sense 2: "the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War)".
    *   Sense 3: "the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes".
    *   Sense 4: "the state of being joined or united or linked".
    *   Sense 5: "the state of being a married couple".
    *   Sense 6: "healing process involving the growing together of the edges of a wound".
    *   Sense 7: "a political unit formed from previously independent people or organizations".
    *   Sense 8: "a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets".
    *   Sense 9: "the occurrence of a uniting of separate parts".
    *   Sense 10: "a device on a national flag".
    *   Sense 11: "the act of making or becoming a single unit".

    *   The context mentions "teachers' unions".
    *   Teachers are employees.
    *   A "teachers' union" is a classic example of a labor union or trade union.
    *   Sense 1 specifically defines "an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer" and lists "labor union" and "trade union" as synonyms.

    *   Sense 1 is the perfect fit.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: mind
Target surface form: mind
Context:
If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not <t>mind</t> spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=mind%2:32:00:: | definition=be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by | examples=I don't mind your behavior
2. sense_key=mind%2:31:02:: | definition=be concerned with or about something or somebody
3. sense_key=mind%2:41:01:: | definition=be in charge of or deal with | synonyms=take care | examples=She takes care of all the necessary arrangements
4. sense_key=mind%2:41:00:: | definition=pay close attention to; give heed to | synonyms=heed, listen | examples=Heed the advice of the old men
5. sense_key=mind%2:31:03:: | definition=be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to | synonyms=beware | examples=Beware of telephone salesmen
6. sense_key=mind%2:31:00:: | definition=keep in mind | synonyms=bear in mind

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `mind`
    *   Target surface form: `mind`
    *   Context: "It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not <t>mind</t> spreading, for their own narrow purposes."

    *   Sense 1: `be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by` (Example: "I don't mind your behavior")
    *   Sense 2: `be concerned with or about something or somebody`
    *   Sense 3: `be in charge of or deal with` (Synonym: `take care`)
    *   Sense 4: `pay close attention to; give heed to` (Synonyms: `heed, listen`)
    *   Sense 5: `be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to` (Synonym: `beware`)
    *   Sense 6: `keep in mind` (Synonym: `bear in mind`)

    *   The sentence is: "It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes."
    *   In this context, "do not mind spreading" means they are not bothered by spreading it, they are happy to do it, or they don't object to doing it.
    *   This aligns perfectly with Sense 1: "be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by". If you "don't mind" doing something, you aren't bothered by it.

    *   Sense 2 (be concerned with): Doesn't fit the "do not mind [verb]-ing" construction here.
    *   Sense 3 (be in charge of): Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 4 (pay attention to): Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 5 (be cautious): Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 6 (keep in mind): Doesn't fit.

    *   Sense 1 is the standard meaning for "don't mind [doing something]".


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: spread
Target surface form: spreading
Context:
If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind <t>spreading</t>, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=spread%2:35:00:: | definition=distribute or disperse widely | synonyms=distribute | examples=The invaders spread their language all over the country
2. sense_key=spread%2:35:07:: | definition=become distributed or widespread | synonyms=propagate | examples=the infection spread; Optimism spread among the population
3. sense_key=spread%2:42:00:: | definition=spread across or over | synonyms=overspread | examples=A big oil spot spread across the water
4. sense_key=spread%2:35:03:: | definition=spread out or open from a closed or folded state | synonyms=unfold, spread out, open | examples=open the map; spread your arms
5. sense_key=spread%2:32:00:: | definition=cause to become widely known | synonyms=circulate, circularize, circularise, distribute, disseminate, propagate | examples=spread information; circulate a rumor
6. sense_key=spread%2:32:02:: | definition=become widely known and passed on | synonyms=go around, circulate | examples=the rumor spread; the story went around in the office
7. sense_key=spread%2:38:00:: | definition=strew or distribute over an area | synonyms=scatter, spread out | examples=He spread fertilizer over the lawn; scatter cards across the table
8. sense_key=spread%2:38:02:: | definition=move outward | synonyms=diffuse, spread out, fan out | examples=The soldiers fanned out
9. sense_key=spread%2:35:12:: | definition=cover by spreading something over | examples=spread the bread with cheese
10. sense_key=spread%2:35:13:: | definition=distribute over a surface in a layer | examples=spread cheese on a piece of bread

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 5}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 5}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `spread`
    *   Target surface form: `spreading`
    *   Context: "It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind <t>spreading</t>, for their own narrow purposes."
    *   Key phrase: "spreading [libel]"

    *   Sense 1: distribute or disperse widely (general distribution).
    *   Sense 2: become distributed or widespread (intransitive, e.g., infection).
    *   Sense 3: spread across or over (physical surface).
    *   Sense 4: spread out or open (unfold).
    *   Sense 5: cause to become widely known (circulate, disseminate, propagate - specifically information/rumors).
    *   Sense 6: become widely known and passed on (intransitive, e.g., rumor spread).
    *   Sense 7: strew or distribute over an area (physical objects).
    *   Sense 8: move outward (physical movement).
    *   Sense 9: cover by spreading something over (e.g., cheese on bread).
    *   Sense 10: distribute over a surface in a layer (e.g., cheese on bread).

    *   The object being "spread" is "libel".
    *   "Libel" is a type of false information or a defamatory statement.
    *   The action is the act of making this information known to others.
    *   Sense 5 ("cause to become widely known", synonyms: "circulate", "disseminate", "propagate", example: "spread information; circulate a rumor") fits perfectly.
    *   Sense 6 is the intransitive version ("the rumor spread"), but here the teachers' unions are the agents doing the spreading ("unions do not mind spreading [it]").

    *   Sense 5 is the transitive action of disseminating information/rumors.
    *   Sense 1 is more general distribution.
    *   Sense 5 specifically mentions "information" and "rumor", which aligns with "libel".


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: narrow
Target surface form: narrow
Context:
If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own <t>narrow</t> purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=narrow%3:00:00:: | definition=not wide | examples=a narrow bridge; a narrow line across the page
2. sense_key=narrow%5:00:00:limited:00 | definition=limited in size or scope | examples=the narrow sense of a word
3. sense_key=narrow%3:00:06:: | definition=lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view | synonyms=narrow-minded | examples=a brilliant but narrow-minded judge; narrow opinions
4. sense_key=narrow%3:00:02:: | definition=very limited in degree | examples=won by a narrow margin; a narrow escape
5. sense_key=narrow%5:00:00:careful:00 | definition=characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination | synonyms=minute | examples=a minute inspection of the grounds; a narrow scrutiny

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target word: "narrow"
    *   Context: "...for their own <t>narrow</t> purposes."
    *   Surrounding text: The author is discussing teachers' unions spreading libel for their own benefit/purposes, contrasting it with the broader educational crisis.

    *   Sense 1: not wide (physical width) - *Incorrect*
    *   Sense 2: limited in size or scope (e.g., "narrow sense of a word") - *Possible*
    *   Sense 3: lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view (narrow-minded) - *Possible*
    *   Sense 4: very limited in degree (e.g., "narrow margin") - *Incorrect*
    *   Sense 5: characterized by painstaking care (minute) - *Incorrect*

    *   The phrase "narrow purposes" in this context refers to the self-serving, limited, or parochial interests of the teachers' unions.
    *   Sense 2 ("limited in size or scope") fits the idea of "limited interests" or "specific, restricted goals."
    *   Sense 3 ("lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view") usually describes a person's mind or opinion (narrow-minded). While the *purposes* might be narrow-minded, the word "narrow" modifying "purposes" typically refers to the scope of those purposes (limited to their own benefit) rather than a lack of tolerance.

    *   "Narrow purposes" usually means purposes that are limited in scope, specifically focusing on a small set of interests (often selfishly) rather than the broader public good.
    *   Comparing Sense 2 (limited in scope) and Sense 3 (narrow-minded):
        *   Sense 2: "limited in size or scope"
        *   Sense 3: "lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view"
    *   In the context of "their own narrow purposes," the author is saying the unions are focused only on their own specific, limited goals (pay, etc.) rather than the overall educational crisis. This is a limitation of scope.

    *   Sense 2 is the most accurate description of "narrow" when applied to "purposes" or "interests" in this way.

    *   Wait, let me double-check Sense 3 again. "Narrow-minded" is a synonym. Is "narrow purposes" the same as "narrow-minded purposes"? Not exactly. "Narrow purposes" means limited goals.
    *   Let's look at Sense 2 again: "limited in size or scope". This fits "purposes" perfectly.

    *   Sense 1: Physical width. (No)
    *   Sense 2: Limited scope. (Yes)
    *   Sense 3: Narrow-minded. (No, that describes a person or an opinion, not usually a "purpose" in the sense of a goal).
    *   Sense 4: Small margin. (No)
    *   Sense 5: Meticulous. (No)


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: purpose
Target surface form: purposes
Context:
If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow <t>purposes</t>. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=purpose%1:09:00:: | definition=an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions | synonyms=intent, intention, aim, design | examples=his intent was to provide a new translation; good intentions are not enough
2. sense_key=purpose%1:07:00:: | definition=what something is used for | synonyms=function, role, use | examples=the function of an auger is to bore holes; ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
3. sense_key=purpose%1:07:01:: | definition=the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose | synonyms=determination | examples=his determination showed in his every movement; he is a man of purpose

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `purpose`
    *   Target surface form: `purposes`
    *   Context: "...the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow <t>purposes</t>."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `purpose%1:09:00::`: an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions (intent, intention, aim, design).
        2.  `purpose%1:07:00::`: what something is used for (function, role, use).
        3.  `purpose%1:07:01::`: the quality of being determined to do or achieve something (determination).

    *   The sentence is: "It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes."
    *   "Narrow purposes" in this context refers to the goals, intentions, or aims of the teachers' unions (likely referring to self-interest or specific political/financial goals).

    *   Sense 1: "an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions" (intent, intention, aim). This fits perfectly. The unions have specific aims or intentions for spreading the libel.
    *   Sense 2: "what something is used for" (function, role, use). This usually applies to objects or systems (e.g., "the purpose of a hammer"). While "purposes" can sometimes be used this way, "narrow purposes" in the context of a group's motivations strongly points to intentions/aims.
    *   Sense 3: "the quality of being determined" (determination). This is a personality trait ("a man of purpose"). It does not fit the plural "purposes" in this context.

    *   The phrase "for their own narrow purposes" is a common idiom meaning "for their own selfish reasons/aims."
    *   This aligns directly with Sense 1 (intent, intention, aim).


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: politician
Target surface form: politicians
Context:
If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel <t>politicians</t> find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=politician%1:18:01:: | definition=a leader engaged in civil administration
2. sense_key=politician%1:18:00:: | definition=a person active in party politics | synonyms=politico, pol, political leader
3. sense_key=politician%1:18:02:: | definition=a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `politician`
    *   Target surface form: `politicians`
    *   Context: "...It is also the kind of libel <t>politicians</t> find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `politician%1:18:01`: a leader engaged in civil administration.
        2.  `politician%1:18:00`: a person active in party politics (synonyms: politico, pol, political leader).
        3.  `politician%1:18:02`: a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways.

    *   The sentence discusses how "politicians" find a certain "libel" (the idea that teachers are underpaid and that's why education is failing) useful because it helps them "strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   "Constituency" is a key term here, strongly linking the word to electoral politics and party politics.
    *   The context describes politicians using a narrative to appeal to voters (constituents).

    *   Sense 1 (civil administration): This refers more to the administrative/governance side (like a city manager or a high-level bureaucrat). While politicians do this, the focus here is on the *political* act of appealing to a constituency.
    *   Sense 2 (party politics): This fits perfectly. "Person active in party politics" aligns with the use of "constituency" and the strategic "posture" taken to gain support.
    *   Sense 3 (schemer): While the author might be implying that the politicians are being disingenuous (calling it "libel"), the primary meaning of "politician" in the phrase "strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency" refers to their role as political figures/elected officials, not necessarily as "schemers in an organization" (which often refers to office politics).

    *   Sense 2 is the most direct and accurate fit for someone dealing with a "constituency."


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: find
Target surface form: find
Context:
If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians <t>find</t> useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=find%2:40:02:: | definition=come upon, as if by accident; meet with | synonyms=happen, chance, bump, encounter | examples=We find this idea in Plato; I happened upon the most wonderful bakery not very far from here
2. sense_key=find%2:39:02:: | definition=discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | synonyms=detect, observe, discover, notice | examples=She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water; We found traces of lead in the paint
3. sense_key=find%2:40:00:: | definition=come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost | synonyms=regain | examples=Did you find your glasses?; I cannot find my gloves!
4. sense_key=find%2:32:00:: | definition=establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study | synonyms=determine, find out, ascertain | examples=find the product of two numbers; The physicist who found the elusive particle won the Nobel Prize
5. sense_key=find%2:31:10:: | definition=come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=feel | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious
6. sense_key=find%2:39:01:: | definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | synonyms=witness, see | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices; You'll see a lot of cheating in this school
7. sense_key=find%2:40:01:: | definition=get something or somebody for a specific purpose | synonyms=line up, get hold, come up | examples=I found this gadget that will serve as a bottle opener; I got hold of these tools to fix our plumbing
8. sense_key=find%2:36:00:: | definition=make a discovery, make a new finding | synonyms=discover | examples=Roentgen discovered X-rays; Physicists believe they found a new elementary particle
9. sense_key=find%2:31:09:: | definition=make a discovery | synonyms=discover | examples=She found that he had lied to her; The story is false, so far as I can discover
10. sense_key=find%2:40:03:: | definition=obtain through effort or management | examples=She found the time and energy to take care of her aging parents; We found the money to send our sons to college
11. sense_key=find%2:32:01:: | definition=decide on and make a declaration about | synonyms=rule | examples=find someone guilty
12. sense_key=find%2:30:00:: | definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | synonyms=receive, get, obtain, incur | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation; His movie received a good review
13. sense_key=find%2:39:05:: | definition=perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place | examples=I found myself in a difficult situation; When he woke up, he found himself in a hospital room
14. sense_key=find%2:40:15:: | definition=get or find back; recover the use of | synonyms=recover, retrieve, regain | examples=She regained control of herself; She found her voice and replied quickly
15. sense_key=find%2:38:10:: | definition=succeed in reaching; arrive at | examples=The arrow found its mark
16. sense_key=find%2:30:13:: | definition=accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation | synonyms=find oneself | examples=My son went to Berkeley to find himself

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 5}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `find`
    *   Target surface form: `find`
    *   Context: "It is also the kind of libel politicians <t>find</t> useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."

    *   "politicians find [it] useful"
    *   Here, "find" is used to express an opinion or a perception about something (the libel).
    *   It means politicians *consider* or *feel* that the libel is useful.

    *   Sense 1: come upon by accident (No)
    *   Sense 2: discover/determine existence (No)
    *   Sense 3: come upon after searching (No)
    *   Sense 4: establish after calculation/study (No)
    *   Sense 5: "come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds" | synonyms=feel | examples="I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious" (This matches "politicians find [it] useful" - they perceive it as useful).
    *   Sense 6: perceive or be contemporaneous with (No)
    *   Sense 7: get something for a specific purpose (No)
    *   Sense 8: make a discovery (No)
    *   Sense 9: make a discovery (No)
    *   Sense 10: obtain through effort (No)
    *   Sense 11: decide/declare (legal) (No)
    *   Sense 12: receive a specified treatment (No)
    *   Sense 13: perceive oneself to be in a condition (No)
    *   Sense 14: recover (No)
    *   Sense 15: succeed in reaching (No)
    *   Sense 16: find oneself (No)

    *   The usage "find [something] [adjective]" (e.g., "find it useful", "find him obnoxious") is a classic expression of opinion or perception.
    *   Sense 5: "come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds" with the synonym "feel" and the example "I find him to be obnoxious" fits perfectly.

    *   Sense 5 is the best fit.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: help
Target surface form: helps
Context:
If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it <t>helps</t> them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=help%2:41:00:: | definition=give help or assistance; be of service | synonyms=assist, aid | examples=Everyone helped out during the earthquake; Can you help me carry this table?
2. sense_key=help%2:29:00:: | definition=improve the condition of | synonyms=aid | examples=These pills will help the patient
3. sense_key=help%2:42:00:: | definition=be of use | synonyms=facilitate | examples=This will help to prevent accidents
4. sense_key=help%2:42:08:: | definition=abstain from doing; always used with a negative | synonyms=help oneself | examples=I can't help myself--I have to smoke; She could not help watching the sad spectacle
5. sense_key=help%2:34:00:: | definition=help to some food; help with food or drink | synonyms=serve | examples=I served him three times, and after that he helped himself
6. sense_key=help%2:41:12:: | definition=contribute to the furtherance of | examples=This money will help the development of literacy in developing countries
7. sense_key=help%2:34:04:: | definition=take or use | synonyms=avail | examples=She helped herself to some of the office supplies
8. sense_key=help%2:30:13:: | definition=improve; change for the better | examples=New slipcovers will help the old living room furniture

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `help`
    *   Target surface form: `helps`
    *   Context: "...it <t>helps</t> them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   Meaning: In this context, "it" (the libel/idea that teachers are underpaid) makes it easier for politicians to appear friendly to teachers. It facilitates the action of striking a friendly posture.

    *   Sense 1: `give help or assistance; be of service` (assist, aid). Usually involves a person helping another person with a task.
    *   Sense 2: `improve the condition of` (aid). Usually refers to health or a state of being (e.g., pills helping a patient).
    *   Sense 3: `be of use` (facilitate). Example: "This will help to prevent accidents." This fits well; the libel facilitates the politicians' ability to strike a posture.
    *   Sense 4: `abstain from doing` (used with negative). Not applicable.
    *   Sense 5: `help to some food`. Not applicable.
    *   Sense 6: `contribute to the furtherance of`. Example: "This money will help the development of literacy." This is close, but "furtherance" usually implies progress toward a goal or development, whereas "strike a friendly posture" is more of a tactical action.
    *   Sense 7: `take or use`. Not applicable.
    *   Sense 8: `improve; change for the better`. Not applicable.

    *   Sense 3 (`be of use`, `facilitate`) vs. Sense 6 (`contribute to the furtherance of`).
    *   Context: "...it helps them strike a friendly posture..."
    *   "Facilitate" (Sense 3) means to make an action or process easy or easier.
    *   "Contribute to the furtherance of" (Sense 6) usually refers to a cause, a project, or a long-term development (like literacy).
    *   Striking a posture is a specific action/tactic. The libel makes it easier for them to do this.

    *   Sense 3: "This will help to prevent accidents" (facilitates the prevention).
    *   Context: "it helps them strike a friendly posture" (facilitates the striking of the posture).

    *   Sense 1: Person helping person. (No)
    *   Sense 2: Improving condition. (No)
    *   Sense 3: Facilitating an action. (Yes)
    *   Sense 4: Abstaining. (No)
    *   Sense 5: Food. (No)
    *   Sense 6: Furthering a cause. (Less likely than 3)
    *   Sense 7: Taking/using. (No)
    *   Sense 8: Improving furniture/room. (No)

    The phrase "helps them [do something]" often maps to "facilitate" or "be of use in achieving." Sense 3's synonym "facilitate" is a strong match for making it easier for politicians to adopt a certain public image.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: strike
Target surface form: strike
Context:
If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them <t>strike</t> a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=strike%2:35:00:: | definition=deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon | examples=The teacher struck the child; the opponent refused to strike
2. sense_key=strike%2:37:00:: | definition=have an emotional or cognitive impact upon | synonyms=affect, impress, move | examples=This child impressed me as unusually mature; This behavior struck me as odd
3. sense_key=strike%2:35:01:: | definition=hit against; come into sudden contact with | synonyms=hit, impinge on, run into, collide with | examples=The car hit a tree; He struck the table with his elbow
4. sense_key=strike%2:33:00:: | definition=make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target | synonyms=hit | examples=The Germans struck Poland on Sept. 1, 1939; We must strike the enemy's oil fields
5. sense_key=strike%2:32:00:: | definition=indicate (a certain time) by striking | examples=The clock struck midnight; Just when I entered, the clock struck
6. sense_key=strike%2:35:02:: | definition=affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely | synonyms=hit | examples=We were hit by really bad weather; He was stricken with cancer when he was still a teenager
7. sense_key=strike%2:41:00:: | definition=stop work in order to press demands | synonyms=walk out | examples=The auto workers are striking for higher wages; The employees walked out when their demand for better benefits was not met
8. sense_key=strike%2:42:00:: | definition=touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly | synonyms=fall, shine | examples=Light fell on her face; The sun shone on the fields
9. sense_key=strike%2:41:02:: | definition=attain | synonyms=come to | examples=The horse finally struck a pace
10. sense_key=strike%2:35:03:: | definition=produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically | synonyms=hit | examples=The pianist strikes a middle C; strike `z' on the keyboard
11. sense_key=strike%2:30:00:: | definition=cause to form (an electric arc) between electrodes of an arc lamp | examples=strike an arc
12. sense_key=strike%2:40:00:: | definition=find unexpectedly | synonyms=fall upon, come upon, light upon, chance upon, come across, chance on | examples=the archeologists chanced upon an old tomb; she struck a goldmine
13. sense_key=strike%2:36:00:: | definition=produce by ignition or a blow | examples=strike fire from the flintstone; strike a match
14. sense_key=strike%2:35:08:: | definition=remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line | synonyms=scratch, expunge, excise | examples=Please strike this remark from the record; scratch that remark
15. sense_key=strike%2:39:00:: | definition=cause to experience suddenly | synonyms=hit, come to | examples=Panic struck me; An interesting idea hit her
16. sense_key=strike%2:38:02:: | definition=drive something violently into a location | synonyms=hit | examples=he hit his fist on the table; she struck her head on the low ceiling
17. sense_key=strike%2:38:08:: | definition=occupy or take on | synonyms=assume, take, take up | examples=He assumes the lotus position; She took her seat on the stage
18. sense_key=strike%2:36:02:: | definition=form by stamping, punching, or printing | synonyms=mint, coin | examples=strike coins; strike a medal
19. sense_key=strike%2:35:10:: | definition=smooth with a strickle | synonyms=strickle | examples=strickle the grain in the measure
20. sense_key=strike%2:35:09:: | definition=pierce with force | examples=The bullet struck her thigh; The icy wind struck through our coats
21. sense_key=strike%2:31:00:: | definition=arrive at after reckoning, deliberating, and weighing | examples=strike a balance; strike a bargain

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 17}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 17}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target word: "strike"
    *   Context: "...since it helps them <t>strike</t> a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   Meaning: In this context, "strike a friendly posture" means to adopt, assume, or take on a particular attitude or appearance.

    *   1: deliver a sharp blow (No)
    *   2: emotional/cognitive impact (No)
    *   3: hit against (No)
    *   4: strategic offensive (No)
    *   5: indicate time (No)
    *   6: affect/afflict suddenly (No)
    *   7: stop work (No)
    *   8: touch/seem touching visually (No)
    *   9: attain (No)
    *   10: produce by manipulating keys/strings (No)
    *   11: electric arc (No)
    *   12: find unexpectedly (No)
    *   13: produce by ignition (No)
    *   14: remove by erasing (No)
    *   15: cause to experience suddenly (No)
    *   16: drive something violently (No)
    *   17: occupy or take on (synonyms: assume, take, take up; example: "He assumes the lotus position") - This fits "strike a friendly posture" perfectly.
    *   18: form by stamping (No)
    *   19: smooth with a strickle (No)
    *   20: pierce with force (No)
    *   21: arrive at after reckoning (strike a balance/bargain) (No)

    *   Sense 17: "occupy or take on" (synonyms: assume, take, take up).
    *   Context: "strike a friendly posture".
    *   Comparison: "Assume a friendly posture" is a direct synonym.

    *   Sense 17 is the best fit.