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Which numbered sense of "share" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate <t>share</t> of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group | synonyms=portion, part, percentage | examples=he wanted his share in cash
2. definition=any of the equal portions into which the capital stock of a corporation is divided and ownership of which is evidenced by a stock certificate | examples=he bought 100 shares of IBM at the market price
3. definition=the allotment of some amount by dividing something | synonyms=parcel, portion | examples=death gets more than its share of attention from theologians
4. definition=the part played by a person in bringing about a result | synonyms=contribution, part | examples=I am proud of my contribution in advancing the project; they all did their share of the work
5. definition=a sharp steel wedge that cuts loose the top layer of soil | synonyms=plowshare, ploughshare

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate <t>share</t> of power in Congress since 1932..."
    *   Target word: "share"

    *   Sense 1: assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group (portion, part, percentage). Example: "he wanted his share in cash".
    *   Sense 2: equal portions of capital stock in a corporation (stock certificate). Example: "he bought 100 shares of IBM".
    *   Sense 3: the allotment of some amount by dividing something (parcel, portion). Example: "death gets more than its share of attention".
    *   Sense 4: the part played by a person in bringing about a result (contribution, part). Example: "they all did their share of the work".
    *   Sense 5: a sharp steel wedge (plowshare).

    *   The phrase is "disproportionate share of power".
    *   "Power" here is treated as a resource or a total amount that is divided among different groups (Democratic legislators from the South vs. others).
    *   "Share" refers to the portion or percentage of that power held by a specific group.

    *   Sense 1 (portion, part, percentage) fits well. "A disproportionate portion/percentage of power."
    *   Sense 2 (stocks) is incorrect.
    *   Sense 3 (allotment/parcel) is similar to Sense 1, but Sense 1 specifically mentions "assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group," and "power" in a political context often functions as an asset or a distributed resource.
    *   Sense 4 (contribution/part played) refers to an action or role in achieving a result. "Share of power" isn't about the *role* they played in creating the power, but the *amount* of power they possess.
    *   Sense 5 (plowshare) is incorrect.

    *   Sense 1: "assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group | synonyms=portion, part, percentage"
    *   Sense 3: "the allotment of some amount by dividing something | synonyms=parcel, portion"
    *   Comparing "share of power" to "share in cash" (Sense 1) vs "share of attention" (Sense 3).
    *   "Share of power" is more about the portion of a total amount held by a group.
    *   Looking at Sense 1 again: "assets belonging to... a group". Power can be seen as a political asset.
    *   Looking at Sense 3 again: "the allotment of some amount by dividing something".
    *   Actually, "share of power" is most commonly mapped to the "portion/percentage" meaning.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1 vs Sense 3.
        *   Sense 1: "assets belonging to... a group" (portion, part, percentage).
        *   Sense 3: "the allotment of some amount by dividing something" (parcel, portion).
    *   In "disproportionate share of power", it's the *amount* they hold.
    *   Let's check common usage. "Market share" is Sense 1. "A share of the profits" is Sense 1. "A share of the power" is very similar to "a share of the profits".
    *   Sense 3 examples: "death gets more than its share of attention". This is more about a distribution of something abstract (attention).
    *   Wait, "power" is also abstract.
    *   Let's look at the synonyms. Sense 1: portion, part, percentage. Sense 3: parcel, portion.
    *   "Disproportionate percentage of power" makes perfect sense.
    *   Let's look at Sense 1 again: "assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group". Power held by legislators fits "belonging to... a group".

    *   Sense 1: "assets belonging to... a group" (portion, part, percentage).
    *   Sense 3: "the allotment of some amount by dividing something" (parcel, portion).
    *   Usually, "share of [resource/power/wealth]" is Sense 1. "Share of [attention/blame/luck]" is often Sense 3.
    *   Power in Congress is a resource/asset.

    *   Sense 1: portion, part, percentage.
    *   Sense 3: parcel, portion.
    *   "Disproportionate share" almost always means "disproportionate percentage/portion".
    *   Sense 1 is the most fitting for a resource like power.


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status: success

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Which numbered sense of "power" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of <t>power</t> in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=possession of controlling influence | synonyms=powerfulness | examples=the deterrent power of nuclear weapons; the power of his love saved her
2. definition=(physics) the rate of doing work; measured in watts (= joules/second)
3. definition=possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done | synonyms=ability | examples=danger heightened his powers of discrimination
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | synonyms=office | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage; during his first year in office
5. definition=one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority | synonyms=force | examples=the mysterious presence of an evil power; may the force be with you
6. definition=a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself | synonyms=exponent, index
7. definition=physical strength | synonyms=might, mightiness
8. definition=a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world | synonyms=world power, major power, great power, superpower
9. definition=a very wealthy or powerful businessman | synonyms=baron, big businessman, business leader, king, magnate, mogul | examples=an oil baron

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reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of <t>power</t> in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits..."
    *   Key phrase: "disproportionate share of power in Congress", "translate such clout".
    *   Meaning: The ability to influence decisions, control outcomes, or exercise authority within a political body (Congress).

    *   Sense 1: possession of controlling influence | synonyms=powerfulness | examples=the deterrent power of nuclear weapons; the power of his love saved her. (Fits well: controlling influence/clout).
    *   Sense 2: (physics) rate of doing work. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 3: possession of qualities (mental) required to do something | synonyms=ability. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 4: (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | synonyms=office. (This refers to the *state* of being in office, e.g., "the party in power". While related, the context says "share of power", which refers to the *influence* they have while in office, not just the fact that they hold office).
    *   Sense 5: one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority | synonyms=force. (This refers to a *person* or *entity* that is a power, e.g., "an evil power").
    *   Sense 6: mathematical notation. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 7: physical strength. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 8: a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 9: a very wealthy or powerful businessman. (Incorrect).

    *   The context mentions "disproportionate share of power" and "translate such clout".
    *   "Clout" is a synonym for "influence" or "powerfulness".
    *   Sense 1 defines power as "possession of controlling influence". This matches perfectly.
    *   Sense 4 refers to the status of holding office ("being in power"). The text says they "held a disproportionate share of power", meaning they had more influence than others, not just that they were in office.

Sense 1.

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Which numbered sense of "able" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been <t>able</t> to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=(usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something | examples=able to swim; she was able to program her computer
2. definition=have the skills and qualifications to do things well | synonyms=capable | examples=able teachers; a capable administrator
3. definition=having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity | examples=able to learn; human beings are able to walk on two feet
4. definition=having a strong healthy body | synonyms=able-bodied | examples=an able seaman; every able-bodied young man served in the army

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been <t>able</t> to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies..."
    *   Target word: "able"
    *   Usage: "have been able to translate such clout into..."

    *   Sense 1: (usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something. (Example: able to swim)
    *   Sense 2: have the skills and qualifications to do things well (synonym: capable). (Example: able teachers)
    *   Sense 3: having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity. (Example: able to learn)
    *   Sense 4: having a strong healthy body (synonym: able-bodied). (Example: an able seaman)

    *   The phrase is "have been able to translate".
    *   It is followed by "to" + verb ("translate").
    *   It refers to the legislators having the means, power, or authority (clout) to achieve a specific result (local benefits).
    *   This matches Sense 1 perfectly.

    *   Sense 2 is an adjective describing a person's general competence (e.g., "an able student"). Not the case here.
    *   Sense 3 is about inherent capacity (e.g., "able to learn"). While related, Sense 1 is more specific to having the means/authority to perform a specific action.
    *   Sense 4 is about physical health. Not the case here.


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Which numbered sense of "translate" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to <t>translate</t> such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=restate (words) from one language into another language | synonyms=interpret, render | examples=I have to translate when my in-laws from Austria visit the U.S.; Can you interpret the speech of the visiting dignitaries?
2. definition=change from one form or medium into another | synonyms=transform | examples=Braque translated collage into oil
3. definition=make sense of a language | synonyms=understand, read, interpret | examples=She understands French; Can you read Greek?
4. definition=bring to a certain spiritual state
5. definition=change the position of (figures or bodies) in space without rotation
6. definition=be equivalent in effect | examples=the growth in income translates into greater purchasing power
7. definition=be translatable, or be translatable in a certain way | examples=poetry often does not translate; Tolstoy's novels translate well into English
8. definition=subject to movement in which every part of the body moves parallel to and the same distance as every other point on the body
9. definition=express, as in simple and less technical language | examples=Can you translate the instructions in this manual for a layman?; Is there a need to translate the psychiatrist's remarks?
10. definition=determine the amino-acid sequence of a protein during its synthesis by using information on the messenger RNA

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to <t>translate</t> such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies..."
    *   Key phrase: "translate such clout into relatively more local benefits"
    *   Meaning: The legislators used their power (clout) to produce or achieve specific results (local benefits).

    *   Sense 1: Restate words from one language to another. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Change from one form or medium into another (e.g., collage into oil). (Close, but usually refers to artistic or physical medium).
    *   Sense 3: Make sense of a language. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 4: Bring to a certain spiritual state. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 5: Change position in space. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 6: Be equivalent in effect (e.g., income translates into purchasing power). (Very close: clout translates into benefits).
    *   Sense 7: Be translatable. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 8: Movement in space (physics). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 9: Express in simpler language. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 10: Protein synthesis. (Incorrect)

    *   Sense 2: "change from one form or medium into another"
    *   Sense 6: "be equivalent in effect" (Example: "the growth in income translates into greater purchasing power")

    Comparing "translate clout into local benefits" with "growth in income translates into greater purchasing power":
    *   Income $\rightarrow$ Purchasing power
    *   Clout $\rightarrow$ Local benefits
    *   Both describe a cause-and-effect relationship where one asset or condition leads to or results in another advantage.

    Sense 6 specifically deals with an effect or result resulting from a certain condition. Sense 2 is more about transformation of form (like art).

    The usage "translate [X] into [Y]" where X is a resource/power and Y is a result/benefit fits Sense 6 perfectly.


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Which numbered sense of "local" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more <t>local</t> benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area | examples=local taxes; local authorities
2. definition=of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood | examples=local customs; local schools
3. definition=affecting only a restricted part or area of the body | examples=local anesthesia

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more <t>local</t> benefits for their respective constituencies..."
    *   Target word: "local"
    *   Surrounding phrase: "local benefits for their respective constituencies"

    *   Sense 1: relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area (e.g., local taxes, local authorities).
    *   Sense 2: of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood (e.g., local customs, local schools).
    *   Sense 3: affecting only a restricted part or area of the body (e.g., local anesthesia).

    *   The context discusses "Democratic legislators from the South" and "benefits for their respective constituencies."
    *   In political science/government, "local benefits" (often called "pork barrel spending") refers to funds or projects directed toward a specific district or region (the constituency) rather than the nation as a whole.
    *   This aligns with the idea of administration/application to a specific district/area rather than a larger area (the national level).

    *   Sense 1 focuses on administration/application to a district/city/town vs. a larger area.
    *   Sense 2 focuses on characteristics/belonging to a locality (customs, schools).
    *   Sense 3 is medical.

    *   "Local benefits" in the context of congressional power refers to resources brought back to the specific district or state (the local administration/area) as opposed to national benefits. This fits Sense 1 best.

    *   Sense 1: "relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area".
    *   The "larger area" here is the national level (Congress), and the "district" is the constituency.

    *   Sense 2 is more about culture or identity ("local customs").
    *   Sense 1 is more about governance and administration ("local taxes", "local authorities", "local benefits").

    *   The correct sense is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "benefit" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local <t>benefits</t> for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=financial assistance in time of need
2. definition=something that aids or promotes well-being | synonyms=welfare | examples=for the benefit of all
3. definition=a performance to raise money for a charitable cause

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local <t>benefits</t> for their respective constituencies..."
    *   Target word: "benefits"
    *   Meaning in context: The legislators used their power to get things (money, projects, resources, advantages) for their local areas/constituents.

    *   Sense 1: "financial assistance in time of need" (e.g., unemployment benefits, welfare checks).
    *   Sense 2: "something that aids or promotes well-being | synonyms=welfare | examples=for the benefit of all" (General advantages, positive outcomes, improvements).
    *   Sense 3: "a performance to raise money for a charitable cause" (e.g., a benefit concert).

    *   Sense 3 is clearly wrong (not a performance).
    *   Sense 1 is too narrow. While "benefits" in politics can sometimes mean financial aid, in the context of "local benefits for their respective constituencies" (often called "pork barrel spending" or "earmarks"), it refers to general advantages, infrastructure, projects, or resources that improve the area's well-being.
    *   Sense 2 is the broadest and most accurate. "Something that aids or promotes well-being" fits the idea of local improvements or advantages brought back to a district by a politician.

    *   The word "benefits" here refers to the positive outcomes or advantages (like funding for a bridge, a new post office, etc.) that a politician secures for their district. This aligns with Sense 2.


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Which numbered sense of "have" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have <t>had</t> an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense | synonyms=have got, hold | examples=She has $1,000 in the bank; He has got two beautiful daughters
2. definition=have as a feature | synonyms=feature | examples=This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France
3. definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | synonyms=experience, receive, get | examples=get an idea; experience vertigo
4. definition=have ownership or possession of | synonyms=own, possess | examples=He owns three houses in Florida; How many cars does she have?
5. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | synonyms=get, let | examples=He got his squad on the ball; This let me in for a big surprise
6. definition=serve oneself to, or consume regularly | synonyms=consume, ingest, take in, take | examples=Have another bowl of chicken soup!; I don't take sugar in my coffee
7. definition=have a personal or business relationship with someone | examples=have a postdoc; have an assistant
8. definition=organize or be responsible for | synonyms=hold, throw, make, give | examples=hold a reception; have, throw, or make a party
9. definition=have left | examples=I have two years left; I don't have any money left
10. definition=be confronted with | examples=What do we have here?; Now we have a fine mess
11. definition=undergo | synonyms=experience | examples=The stocks had a fast run-up
12. definition=suffer from; be ill with | examples=She has arthritis
13. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | synonyms=induce, stimulate, cause, get, make | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR; My children finally got me to buy a computer
14. definition=receive willingly something given or offered | synonyms=accept, take | examples=The only girl who would have him was the miller's daughter; I won't have this dog in my house!
15. definition=get something; come into possession of | synonyms=receive | examples=receive payment; receive a gift
16. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | synonyms=suffer, sustain, get | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident; He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars
17. definition=achieve a point or goal | synonyms=get, make | examples=Nicklaus had a 70; The Brazilian team got 4 goals
18. definition=cause to be born | synonyms=give birth, deliver, bear, birth | examples=My wife had twins yesterday!
19. definition=have sex with; archaic use | synonyms=take | examples=He had taken this woman when she was most vulnerable

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...voters in the South have <t>had</t> an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office."
    *   Target word: "had" (past participle of "have").
    *   Phrase: "have had an especially strong incentive".

    *   1: have or possess (concrete or abstract) - e.g., "She has $1,000", "He has got two beautiful daughters".
    *   2: have as a feature - e.g., "This restaurant features...".
    *   3: go through (mental or physical states or experiences) - e.g., "get an idea", "experience vertigo".
    *   4: have ownership or possession of - e.g., "He owns three houses".
    *   5: cause to move/position - e.g., "He got his squad on the ball".
    *   6: consume - e.g., "Have another bowl of soup".
    *   7: personal/business relationship - e.g., "have a postdoc".
    *   8: organize/responsible for - e.g., "hold a reception".
    *   9: have left - e.g., "I have two years left".
    *   10: be confronted with - e.g., "What do we have here?".
    *   11: undergo - e.g., "The stocks had a fast run-up".
    *   12: suffer from/ill with - e.g., "She has arthritis".
    *   13: cause to do - e.g., "The ads induced me to buy".
    *   14: receive willingly - e.g., "The only girl who would have him".
    *   15: get something/come into possession of - e.g., "receive payment".
    *   16: undergo (injuries/illnesses) - e.g., "suffered a fracture".
    *   17: achieve a point or goal - e.g., "Nicklaus had a 70".
    *   18: cause to be born - e.g., "My wife had twins".
    *   19: have sex with - e.g., "He had taken this woman".

    *   "voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive"
    *   Does "incentive" fit "possess (abstract sense)"? Yes.
    *   Does it fit "experience"? Maybe, but "possess an incentive" is a more standard way to describe having a motivation.
    *   Does it fit "ownership"? No, an incentive isn't owned like a house.
    *   Does it fit "feature"? No.
    *   Does it fit "undergo"? No.

    *   Sense 1: "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense".
    *   Example: "She has $1,000 in the bank" (concrete), "He has got two beautiful daughters" (concrete/relationship).
    *   "Incentive" is an abstract thing that one "has" or "possesses".

    *   Sense 3: "go through (mental or physical states or experiences)".
    *   Example: "get an idea", "experience vertigo".
    *   While having an incentive is a mental state, "possess an incentive" is the more direct meaning of "have an incentive".

    *   Sense 1 is the most general and fits "possessing an abstract quality or motivation" (incentive).

    *   "voters... have had an especially strong incentive"
    *   "voters... have possessed an especially strong incentive" (Fits well).
    *   "voters... have experienced an especially strong incentive" (Possible, but Sense 1 is more direct for "have an incentive").

    *   Sense 1: have or possess (concrete or abstract).
    *   Sense 4: have ownership or possession of.
    *   The difference between 1 and 4 is often that 4 is specifically about ownership (property), while 1 is more general (including abstract things). An incentive is abstract.

    *   Sense 1 is the best fit.


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Which numbered sense of "strong" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially <t>strong</t> incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=having strength or power greater than average or expected | examples=a strong radio signal; strong medicine
2. definition=not faint or feeble | examples=a strong odor of burning rubber
3. definition=having or wielding force or authority | synonyms=potent | examples=providing the ground soldier with increasingly potent weapons
4. definition=having a strong physiological or chemical effect; ; ; , | synonyms=potent, stiff | examples=a potent toxin; potent liquor
5. definition=immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with | synonyms=impregnable, inviolable, secure, unassailable, unattackable | examples=an impregnable fortress; fortifications that made the frontier inviolable
6. definition=of good quality and condition; solidly built | synonyms=solid, substantial | examples=a solid foundation; several substantial timber buildings
7. definition=of verbs not having standard (or regular) inflection | examples=`sing' is a strong verb
8. definition=being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content | synonyms=hard | examples=hard liquor
9. definition=freshly made or left | synonyms=warm | examples=a warm trail; the scent is warm
10. definition=strong and sure | synonyms=firm | examples=a firm grasp; gave a strong pull on the rope

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...voters in the South have had an especially <t>strong</t> incentive to keep such Democrats in office."
    *   Target word: "strong"
    *   Usage: "strong incentive"

    *   Sense 1: having strength or power greater than average or expected (e.g., strong radio signal, strong medicine).
    *   Sense 2: not faint or feeble (e.g., strong odor).
    *   Sense 3: having or wielding force or authority (e.g., potent weapons).
    *   Sense 4: having a strong physiological or chemical effect (e.g., potent toxin).
    *   Sense 5: immune to attack (e.g., impregnable fortress).
    *   Sense 6: of good quality and condition; solidly built (e.g., solid foundation).
    *   Sense 7: verbs not having standard inflection (e.g., strong verb).
    *   Sense 8: distilled rather than fermented (e.g., hard liquor).
    *   Sense 9: freshly made or left (e.g., warm trail).
    *   Sense 10: strong and sure (e.g., firm grasp).

    *   "Strong incentive" means a powerful motivation or a reason that is very compelling.
    *   Looking at the senses:
        *   Sense 1: "having strength or power greater than average or expected". This fits well. An incentive that is "strong" is one that has more "power" (influence/compulsion) than average.
        *   Sense 2: "not faint or feeble". This usually refers to sensory perceptions (smell, sound).
        *   Sense 3: "having or wielding force or authority". This usually refers to physical force or political power.
        *   Sense 4: "physiological or chemical effect". Not applicable.
        *   Sense 5: "immune to attack". Not applicable.
        *   Sense 6: "solidly built". Not applicable.
        *   Sense 7: "strong verb". Not applicable.
        *   Sense 8: "hard liquor". Not applicable.
        *   Sense 9: "warm trail". Not applicable.
        *   Sense 10: "strong and sure" (firm grasp). Not applicable.

    *   "Strong incentive" is a common collocation.
    *   Does "having strength or power greater than average or expected" cover "compelling" or "powerful" in the context of an incentive? Yes.

    *   Sense 1: "having strength or power greater than average or expected".
    *   Example: "strong radio signal" (power greater than average).
    *   "Strong incentive" (power/influence greater than average).

    *   Wait, let me double-check if there's a better fit.
    *   Sense 3: "having or wielding force or authority". An incentive doesn't "wield" authority.
    *   Sense 1 seems the most general and appropriate for "strong" when used as "powerful" or "compelling" in an abstract sense like "incentive".

    *   Context: "...voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office."
    *   Meaning: A very powerful reason/motivation.
    *   Sense 1: "having strength or power greater than average or expected".
    *   This matches.


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Which numbered sense of "incentive" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong <t>incentive</t> to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=a positive motivational influence | synonyms=inducement, motivator
2. definition=an additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output | synonyms=bonus

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...voters in the South have had an especially strong <t>incentive</t> to keep such Democrats in office."
    *   Meaning in context: The voters have a strong reason or motivation to keep the Democrats in office because those Democrats bring local benefits.

    *   Sense 1: "a positive motivational influence" (synonyms: inducement, motivator).
    *   Sense 2: "an additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output" (synonyms: bonus).

    *   The context describes a motivation for voters (getting local benefits), not a financial bonus paid to employees to increase productivity.
    *   Sense 1 fits perfectly.


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Which numbered sense of "keep" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to <t>keep</t> such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., | synonyms=maintain, hold | examples=keep clean; hold in place
2. definition=continue a certain state, condition, or activity | synonyms=continue, go on, proceed, go along | examples=Keep on working!; We continued to work into the night
3. definition=retain possession of | synonyms=hold on | examples=Can I keep my old stuffed animals?; She kept her maiden name after she married
4. definition=stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state | synonyms=prevent | examples=We must prevent the cancer from spreading; His snoring kept me from falling asleep
5. definition=conform one's action or practice to | synonyms=observe | examples=keep appointments; she never keeps her promises
6. definition=stick to correctly or closely | synonyms=observe, maintain | examples=The pianist kept time with the metronome; keep count
7. definition=look after; be the keeper of; have charge of | examples=He keeps the shop when I am gone
8. definition=maintain by writing regular records | synonyms=maintain | examples=keep a diary; maintain a record
9. definition=supply with room and board | examples=He is keeping three women in the guest cottage; keep boarders
10. definition=allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature | synonyms=retain, continue, keep on | examples=We cannot continue several servants any longer; She retains a lawyer
11. definition=supply with necessities and support | synonyms=sustain, maintain | examples=She alone sustained her family; The money will sustain our good cause
12. definition=fail to spoil or rot | synonyms=stay fresh | examples=These potatoes keep for a long time
13. definition=behave as expected during of holidays or rites | synonyms=observe, celebrate | examples=Keep the commandments; celebrate Christmas
14. definition=keep under control; keep in check | synonyms=restrain, keep back, hold back | examples=suppress a smile; Keep your temper
15. definition=maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger | synonyms=preserve | examples=May God keep you
16. definition=raise | examples=She keeps a few chickens in the yard; he keeps bees
17. definition=retain rights to | synonyms=keep open, hold open, save | examples=keep my job for me while I give birth; keep my seat, please
18. definition=store or keep customarily | examples=Where do you keep your gardening tools?
19. definition=have as a supply | examples=I always keep batteries in the freezer; keep food for a week in the pantry
20. definition=maintain for use and service | synonyms=maintain | examples=I keep a car in the countryside; She keeps an apartment in Paris for her shopping trips
21. definition=hold and prevent from leaving | examples=The student was kept after school
22. definition=prevent (food) from rotting | synonyms=preserve | examples=preserved meats; keep potatoes fresh

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to <t>keep</t> such Democrats in office."
    *   Target word: "keep"
    *   Meaning in context: To ensure that the Democrats remain in their positions of power (in office).

    *   1: keep in a certain state, position, or activity (maintain, hold). Example: "keep clean; hold in place".
    *   2: continue a certain state, condition, or activity (continue, go on). Example: "Keep on working!".
    *   3: retain possession of (hold on). Example: "Can I keep my old stuffed animals?".
    *   4: stop (someone or something) from doing something (prevent). Example: "kept me from falling asleep".
    *   5: conform one's action or practice to (observe). Example: "keep appointments".
    *   6: stick to correctly or closely (observe, maintain). Example: "kept time with the metronome".
    *   7: look after; be the keeper of (have charge of). Example: "keeps the shop".
    *   8: maintain by writing regular records (maintain). Example: "keep a diary".
    *   9: supply with room and board. Example: "keeping three women in the guest cottage".
    *   10: allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature (retain, continue, keep on). Example: "cannot continue several servants any longer; She retains a lawyer".
    *   11: supply with necessities and support (sustain, maintain). Example: "sustained her family".
    *   12: fail to spoil or rot (stay fresh). Example: "potatoes keep for a long time".
    *   13: behave as expected during holidays or rites (observe, celebrate). Example: "Keep the commandments".
    *   14: keep under control (restrain). Example: "Keep your temper".
    *   15: maintain in safety (preserve). Example: "May God keep you".
    *   16: raise. Example: "keeps a few chickens".
    *   17: retain rights to (keep open, hold open, save). Example: "keep my job for me".
    *   18: store or keep customarily. Example: "Where do you keep your gardening tools?".
    *   19: have as a supply. Example: "keep batteries in the freezer".
    *   20: maintain for use and service (maintain). Example: "keep a car in the countryside".
    *   21: hold and prevent from leaving. Example: "kept after school".
    *   22: prevent (food) from rotting (preserve). Example: "preserved meats".

    *   The phrase is "keep such Democrats in office".
    *   This means to cause them to remain in their current position (office).
    *   Sense 1: "keep in a certain state, position, or activity". This fits well.
    *   Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature". This also seems plausible. Let's compare 1 and 10.

    *   Sense 1: "keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., | synonyms=maintain, hold | examples=keep clean; hold in place"
    *   Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature | synonyms=retain, continue, keep on | examples=We cannot continue several servants any longer; She retains a lawyer"

    *   "Keep in office" is about maintaining someone's position.
    *   Sense 1 is more general ("keep in a certain state, position, or activity").
    *   Sense 10 specifically mentions "allow to remain in a place or position" and gives the example of continuing servants or retaining a lawyer.

    Wait, let's re-read Sense 1: "keep in a certain state, position, or activity".
    Let's re-read Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature".

    If you "keep someone in office", you are maintaining their position.
    Looking at the examples for Sense 10: "We cannot continue several servants any longer" (meaning they are no longer employed/kept in their position). "She retains a lawyer" (meaning she keeps the lawyer's services).

    Looking at Sense 1: "keep clean" (state), "hold in place" (position).

    Let's think about "keep in office" again. It's more about ensuring they *stay* there (maintain the state of being in office).

    Let's check other possibilities.
    Sense 3: "retain possession of" - No.
    Sense 11: "supply with necessities" - No.

    Comparing 1 and 10 again:
    Sense 1: "keep in a certain state, position, or activity"
    Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature"

    "Keep in office" means to cause someone to remain in their position.
    Sense 10's example "continue several servants" is very similar to "keep someone in office" (maintaining their employment/position).

    Wait, let me look at Sense 1 again. "keep clean" (state), "hold in place" (position). "Hold in place" is more physical.

    Let's re-examine Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature | synonyms=retain, continue, keep on | examples=We cannot continue several servants any longer; She retains a lawyer".

    "Keep in office" fits the "allow to remain in a... position" or "retain" part of Sense 10.

    Let's double-check if there's any other sense.
    Sense 2: "continue a certain state" - "Keep on working" (this is more about the subject continuing the action).
    Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position" - This fits the object (the Democrats) remaining in the position (office).

    Let's re-read Sense 1: "keep in a certain state, position, or activity".
    If I "keep the room clean", I'm maintaining a state.
    If I "keep the door open", I'm maintaining a state/position.
    If I "keep someone in office", I'm maintaining their position.

    Wait, let's look at the examples for Sense 10 again: "We cannot continue several servants any longer". This means they are no longer employed. "She retains a lawyer". This means she keeps the lawyer's services.

    Is "keep in office" more like "maintain a state" (Sense 1) or "retain in a position" (Sense 10)?

    Let's search for "keep in office" in a dictionary.
    Merriam-Webster: "to cause to remain in office".
    Oxford: "to cause someone to continue to hold a particular position".

    Looking at the provided senses again:
    Sense 1: "keep in a certain state, position, or activity"
    Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature"

    Sense 10's "allow to remain in a place or position" seems very close to "cause to remain in office".

    Let's re-evaluate Sense 1. "keep clean" (state), "hold in place" (position).

    Let's look at the synonyms for Sense 10: "retain, continue, keep on".
    "Retain" is a very good synonym for "keep in office".

    Let's look at the synonyms for Sense 1: "maintain, hold".
    "Maintain" also works.

    Let's think about the difference between "keep clean" (Sense 1) and "continue several servants" (Sense 10).
    "Keep clean" is about the *state* of the object.
    "Continue several servants" is about the *employment/position* of the object.

    "Keep in office" is about the *position* of the object.

    Therefore, Sense 10 seems more specific and appropriate for "keep in office" than Sense 1.

    Wait, let me re-read Sense 1 again. "keep in a certain state, position, or activity".
    And Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature".

    Actually, "keep in office" is more about *causing* them to remain, not just *allowing* them to remain. But "retain" (synonym of 10) means to continue to have something or someone.

    Let's look at Sense 1 again. "keep in a certain state, position, or activity".
    If you "keep someone in office", you are keeping them in a certain position.

    Let's compare:
    Sense 1: keep clean (state), hold in place (position)
    Sense 10: continue servants (position/employment), retain a lawyer (position/employment)

    "Keep in office" is much closer to "continue servants" or "retain a lawyer" than it is to "keep clean" or "hold in place".

    Let's double-check other senses one more time.
    Sense 3: retain possession of (like a physical object or a name).
    Sense 11: supply with necessities.
    Sense 20: maintain for use and service (like a car or apartment).

    Sense 10 still seems the strongest.

    Wait, let me re-read Sense 1 again. "keep in a certain state, position, or activity".
    Could "keep in office" be Sense 1?
    "Keep the peace" (state)
    "Keep the children quiet" (state)
    "Keep the car running" (state)
    "Keep the door open" (position)

    Now Sense 10:
    "Continue several servants" (employment/position)
    "Retain a lawyer" (employment/position)

    "Keep in office" is definitely about employment/position.

    Let's re-verify Sense 10: "allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature".
    "Keep in office" = allow/cause to remain in a position.

    Let's check if there's any other sense that fits better.
    Sense 2: "continue a certain state, condition, or activity" - "Keep on working!" (This is an intransitive or reflexive-like use, or "keep [on] doing something").

    Sense 10 seems the most accurate.

    Wait, let me look at Sense 1 again. "keep in a certain state, position, or activity".
    If I "keep someone in a position", is that Sense 1 or Sense 10?
    Sense 1: "hold in place" (physical position).
    Sense 10: "continue several servants" (professional position).

    "In office" is a professional position.

    Therefore, Sense 10 is the best fit.


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Which numbered sense of "democrat" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such <t>Democrats</t> in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=a member of the Democratic Party
2. definition=an advocate of democratic principles | synonyms=populist

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing political parties (Republican vs. Democratic), congressional office, candidates, ticket splitting in the South, and legislators.
    *   Target word: `<t>Democrats</t>`
    *   Sentence: "To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such <t>Democrats</t> in office."

    *   Sense 1: "a member of the Democratic Party" (Referring to the US political party).
    *   Sense 2: "an advocate of democratic principles | synonyms=populist" (Referring to the general ideology of democracy).

    *   The text explicitly mentions the "Republican Party" and "Democratic opponent."
    *   It discusses "Democratic legislators from the South."
    *   It talks about "ticket splitting," which is a political behavior involving different parties.
    *   The context is clearly about the US political party system (Republicans vs. Democrats).

    *   The word "Democrats" in this context refers to members of the Democratic Party.
    *   This matches Sense 1.


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Which numbered sense of "office" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in <t>office</t>. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House.

Senses:
1. definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | synonyms=business office | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. definition=an administrative unit of government | synonyms=agency, federal agency, government agency, bureau, authority | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency; the Census Bureau
3. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | synonyms=function, part, role | examples=the function of a teacher; the government must do its part
4. definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | synonyms=power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage; during his first year in office
5. definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | synonyms=office staff | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
6. definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
7. definition=a job in an organization | synonyms=position, post, berth, spot, billet, place | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in <t>office</t>."
    *   Target word: "office"
    *   Surrounding context: "Democratic legislators from the South", "power in Congress", "local benefits for their respective constituencies", "keep such Democrats in office".

    *   Sense 1: Place of business (physical location). -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 2: Administrative unit of government (agency). -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 3: Actions/activities assigned (function/role). -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 4: (Of a government official) holding an office means being in power. -> Fits well ("keep such Democrats in office" means keeping them in power/holding their position).
    *   Sense 5: Office staff. -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 6: Religious rite. -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 7: A job in an organization (position/post). -> This is close, but "in office" is a specific idiom for holding political power.

    *   Sense 4: "holding an office means being in power" / "during his first year in office".
    *   Sense 7: "a job in an organization" / "he occupied a post in the treasury".
    *   The phrase "keep [someone] in office" specifically refers to the state of holding political power/position, which aligns perfectly with Sense 4.

    *   The context is about elected officials (Democratic legislators) and the voters' desire to keep them in their positions of power.
    *   Sense 4 explicitly mentions "holding an office means being in power" and gives the example "during his first year in office".
    *   Sense 7 is more about the job/position itself rather than the state of holding power.

    *   The correct sense is 4.


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Which numbered sense of "suggest" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory <t>suggests</t> why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and national policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts.

Senses:
1. definition=make a proposal, declare a plan for something | synonyms=propose, advise | examples=the senator proposed to abolish the sales tax
2. definition=drop a hint; intimate by a hint | synonyms=hint
3. definition=imply as a possibility | synonyms=intimate | examples=The evidence suggests a need for more clarification
4. definition=suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine | synonyms=indicate | examples=Tetracycline is indicated in such cases
5. definition=call to mind | synonyms=evoke, paint a picture | examples=this remark evoked sadness

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Finally, the theory <t>suggests</t> why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House."
    *   The word "suggests" is used in the context of a theory explaining a phenomenon.

    *   Sense 1: make a proposal, declare a plan (e.g., "the senator proposed to abolish the sales tax"). -> Not a proposal or plan.
    *   Sense 2: drop a hint; intimate by a hint (e.g., "hint"). -> Not a subtle hint.
    *   Sense 3: imply as a possibility (e.g., "The evidence suggests a need for more clarification"). -> The theory implies or indicates a reason/possibility for the observed pattern.
    *   Sense 4: suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine (e.g., "Tetracycline is indicated in such cases"). -> Not medical.
    *   Sense 5: call to mind (e.g., "this remark evoked sadness"). -> Not evoking a memory or image.

    *   The sentence "the theory suggests why..." means the theory provides an explanation or implies a reason for the observed outcome. This aligns best with Sense 3 ("imply as a possibility" or "indicate").

    *   Sense 3: "imply as a possibility" / "The evidence suggests a need for more clarification".
    *   In the context, "the theory suggests why..." is similar to "the theory indicates why..." or "the theory implies that...".

    *   Sense 1: Proposal (No)
    *   Sense 2: Hint (No)
    *   Sense 3: Imply/Indicate (Yes)
    *   Sense 4: Medical indication (No)
    *   Sense 5: Evoke (No)


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Which numbered sense of "republican" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why <t>Republicans</t> generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and national policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts.

Senses:
1. definition=a member of the Republican Party
2. definition=an advocate of a republic (usually in opposition to a monarchy)
3. definition=a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas | synonyms=Republican River

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing the "Republican Party," "Democratic opponent," "Republican candidates," and "Republicans" in the context of congressional races (Senate and House), ticket splitting, and local benefit-seeking.
    *   Target word: `<t>Republicans</t>`
    *   Senses:
        1.  a member of the Republican Party
        2.  an advocate of a republic (usually in opposition to a monarchy)
        3.  a tributary of the Kansas River... (Republican River)

    *   The text explicitly mentions the "Republican Party" multiple times.
    *   It compares "Republicans" to "Democratic counterparts."
    *   It discusses "Senate races" and "campaigns for the House."
    *   Therefore, "Republicans" refers to members of the Republican Party.

    *   Sense 1: a member of the Republican Party (Matches)
    *   Sense 2: an advocate of a republic (Does not match the political party context)
    *   Sense 3: a river (Does not match)


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Which numbered sense of "fare" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have <t>fared</t> better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and national policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts.

Senses:
1. definition=proceed or get along | synonyms=do, make out, come, get along | examples=How is she doing in her new job?; How are you making out in graduate school?
2. definition=eat well

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have <t>fared</t> better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House."
    *   Target word: "fared" (past participle of "fare").
    *   Meaning in context: "fared better" means they performed better, had more success, or got along better in terms of results.

    *   Sense 1: "proceed or get along" | synonyms: "do, make out, come, get along" | examples: "How is she doing in her new job?"; "How are you making out in graduate school?"
    *   Sense 2: "eat well"

    *   The context is about electoral success (Senate races vs. House campaigns).
    *   "Fared better" in this context means "performed better" or "did better."
    *   This aligns perfectly with Sense 1 ("proceed or get along", "do", "make out").
    *   It has nothing to do with eating (Sense 2).

    *   The correct sense is 1.


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

Context: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate <t>races</t> than in campaigns for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and national policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts.

Senses:
1. definition=any competition | examples=the race for the presidency
2. definition=a contest of speed | examples=the race is to the swift
3. definition=people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock | examples=some biologists doubt that there are important genetic differences between races of human beings
4. definition=(biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species | synonyms=subspecies
5. definition=the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller | synonyms=slipstream, airstream, backwash, wash
6. definition=a canal for a current of water | synonyms=raceway

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate <t>races</t> than in campaigns for the House."
    *   Target word: "races" (plural of "race").
    *   Surrounding words: "Republicans", "fared better in Senate", "campaigns for the House".

    *   Sense 1: any competition (e.g., the race for the presidency).
    *   Sense 2: a contest of speed (e.g., the race is to the swift).
    *   Sense 3: people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock.
    *   Sense 4: (biology) a taxonomic group (subspecies).
    *   Sense 5: flow of air from a propeller (slipstream).
    *   Sense 6: a canal for a current of water (raceway).

    *   The context refers to "Senate races" and compares them to "campaigns for the House".
    *   In politics, a "race" refers to an election or a competition for a political office.
    *   This matches Sense 1: "any competition" (example: "the race for the presidency").

    *   Sense 1: Competition/Election. (Correct)
    *   Sense 2: Speed contest. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 3: Genetic stock/Ethnicity. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 4: Biological subspecies. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 5: Airflow. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 6: Water canal. (Incorrect)


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Which numbered sense of "campaign" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in <t>campaigns</t> for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and national policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts.

Senses:
1. definition=a race between candidates for elective office | synonyms=political campaign, run | examples=I managed his campaign for governor; he is raising money for a Senate run
2. definition=a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end | synonyms=cause, crusade, drive, movement, effort | examples=he supported populist campaigns; they worked in the cause of world peace
3. definition=several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints) | synonyms=military campaign
4. definition=an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa) | synonyms=hunting expedition, safari

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in <t>campaigns</t> for the House."
    *   Target word: "campaigns"
    *   Contextual clues: "Senate races", "House" (referring to the House of Representatives), "Republicans", "Democratic counterparts", "candidates for congressional office".

    *   Sense 1: "a race between candidates for elective office" (political campaign, run).
    *   Sense 2: "a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end" (cause, crusade, drive).
    *   Sense 3: "several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)" (military campaign).
    *   Sense 4: "an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)" (hunting expedition, safari).

    *   The context explicitly mentions "Senate races" and "campaigns for the House".
    *   This refers to political elections for elective office.
    *   This matches Sense 1 perfectly.


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Which numbered sense of "local" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House. Since <t>local</t> benefit - seeking matters more and national policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts. Is there any empirical support for this theory?

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area | examples=local taxes; local authorities
2. definition=of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood | examples=local customs; local schools
3. definition=affecting only a restricted part or area of the body | examples=local anesthesia

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing congressional candidates, the "prisoner's dilemma game," ticket splitting in the South, and the difference between Senate and House races.
    *   Target word: "local" (in the phrase "local benefit-seeking").
    *   Specific sentence: "Since <t>local</t> benefit-seeking matters more and national policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress..."

    *   Sense 1: relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area (e.g., local taxes, local authorities).
    *   Sense 2: of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood (e.g., local customs, local schools).
    *   Sense 3: affecting only a restricted part or area of the body (e.g., local anesthesia).

    *   The text discusses "local benefit-seeking" in the context of congressional representatives (House vs. Senate).
    *   In political science, "local benefits" (often called "pork barrel spending") refer to funds or projects brought back to a representative's specific district or state (the "local" area they represent) rather than national policy.
    *   This relates to the administration/benefit of a specific district/area rather than the nation as a whole.

    *   Sense 3 (medical) is clearly wrong.
    *   Sense 2 (characteristic of a neighborhood/locality) is close, but "local benefit-seeking" in a political context usually refers to the *administration* of resources to a specific district/area.
    *   Sense 1 (relating to the administration of a city, town, or district rather than a larger area) fits best because it contrasts "local" (district-level) with "national policy making."

    *   The context contrasts "local benefit-seeking" with "national policy making."
    *   Sense 1 specifically mentions "administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area." This aligns perfectly with the distinction between a congressional district (local) and the nation (larger area).


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Which numbered sense of "national" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and <t>national</t> policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts. Is there any empirical support for this theory?

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country | examples=national hero; national anthem
2. definition=limited to or in the interests of a particular nation | examples=national interests; isolationism is a strictly national policy
3. definition=concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country | examples=the national government; national elections
4. definition=owned or maintained for the public by the national government | examples=national parks
5. definition=inside the country | synonyms=home, interior, internal | examples=the British Home Office has broader responsibilities than the United States Department of the Interior; the nation's internal politics
6. definition=characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation | examples=a national trait
7. definition=of or relating to nationality | examples=national origin

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Since local benefit-seeking matters more and <t>national</t> policy making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress..."
    *   Target word: "national"
    *   Usage: "national policy making"

    *   Sense 1: of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country (general).
    *   Sense 2: limited to or in the interests of a particular nation (e.g., national interests).
    *   Sense 3: concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country (e.g., national government, national elections).
    *   Sense 4: owned or maintained for the public by the national government (e.g., national parks).
    *   Sense 5: inside the country (synonyms: home, interior, internal).
    *   Sense 6: characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation (e.g., national trait).
    *   Sense 7: of or relating to nationality (e.g., national origin).

    *   The phrase is "national policy making".
    *   It is contrasted with "local benefit-seeking".
    *   "Local" refers to a specific, small area (constituency).
    *   "National" here refers to policy that affects the *entire* nation, as opposed to just a local area.

    *   Sense 1 is very general.
    *   Sense 2 is about interests or limitations to one nation (vs. international).
    *   Sense 3 is about being "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country". This fits perfectly because "national policy making" is policy making that applies to the entire country, contrasting with "local benefit-seeking".
    *   Sense 4 is about ownership (parks).
    *   Sense 5 is about internal vs. external (foreign).
    *   Sense 6 is about traits.
    *   Sense 7 is about nationality.

    *   The contrast is local vs. national.
    *   Local = specific area.
    *   National = entire nation.
    *   Sense 3 specifically mentions "concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country".


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Which numbered sense of "policy" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and national <t>policy</t> making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts. Is there any empirical support for this theory?

Senses:
1. definition=a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group | examples=it was a policy of retribution; a politician keeps changing his policies
2. definition=a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government | examples=they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation
3. definition=written contract or certificate of insurance | synonyms=insurance policy, insurance | examples=you should have read the small print on your policy

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Since local benefit-seeking matters more and national <t>policy</t> making matters less in the lower chamber of Congress..."
    *   Target word: "policy"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  A plan of action adopted by an individual or social group (e.g., "politician keeps changing his policies").
        2.  A line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government (e.g., "debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation").
        3.  Written contract or certificate of insurance.

    *   The phrase is "national policy making".
    *   In the context of Congress (House and Senate), "policy making" refers to the process of creating laws, regulations, and general plans of action for the country.
    *   It's about the goals and strategies the government adopts to manage the nation.

    *   Sense 3 (Insurance) is completely irrelevant.
    *   Sense 2 (Line of argument rationalizing action) is more about the *justification* or the *debate* over whether a course of action is wise.
    *   Sense 1 (Plan of action adopted by an individual or social group) fits best. A government is a social group/entity, and "policy making" is the act of creating these plans of action.

    *   "National policy making" = the process of creating plans of action for the nation.
    *   Sense 1: "a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group".
    *   Sense 2: "a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government".
    *   While Sense 2 mentions government, "policy making" usually refers to the actual plan/strategy (Sense 1) rather than just the argument for it. In political science, "policy" is the set of goals/plans.

    *   Sense 1 is the standard definition for "public policy" or "national policy".


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

Context: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and national policy <t>making</t> matters less in the lower chamber of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts. Is there any empirical support for this theory?

Senses:
1. definition=the act that results in something coming to be | synonyms=devising, fashioning | examples=the devising of plans; the fashioning of pots and pans
2. definition=an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something | synonyms=qualification | examples=her qualifications for the job are excellent; one of the qualifications for admission is an academic degree
3. definition=(usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something | examples=the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...national policy <t>making</t> matters less in the lower chamber of Congress..."
    *   Target word: "making" (specifically in the phrase "national policy making").
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  The act that results in something coming to be (devising, fashioning).
        2.  An attribute that must be met (qualification).
        3.  The components needed for making or doing something (ingredients/makings).

    *   "National policy making" refers to the process of creating, devising, or establishing national policies.
    *   It describes the *act* of creating policy.

    *   Sense 1: "the act that results in something coming to be | synonyms=devising, fashioning". This fits perfectly. Policy making is the act of devising policy.
    *   Sense 2: "an attribute that must be met... qualification". This does not fit. "Policy making" is not a qualification here.
    *   Sense 3: "the components needed for making or doing something". This does not fit. "Policy making" is not a list of ingredients or components.

    *   The correct sense is 1.


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Which numbered sense of "chamber" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South. To the extent that Democratic legislators from the South have held a disproportionate share of power in Congress since 1932 and have been able to translate such clout into relatively more local benefits for their respective constituencies, voters in the South have had an especially strong incentive to keep such Democrats in office. Finally, the theory suggests why Republicans generally have fared better in Senate races than in campaigns for the House. Since local benefit - seeking matters more and national policy making matters less in the lower <t>chamber</t> of Congress, this is precisely the pattern one would expect if Republicans are less willing to engage in local benefit - seeking than their Democratic counterparts. Is there any empirical support for this theory?

Senses:
1. definition=a natural or artificial enclosed space
2. definition=an enclosed volume in the body | examples=the chambers of his heart were healthy
3. definition=a room where a judge transacts business
4. definition=a deliberative or legislative or administrative or judicial assembly | examples=the upper chamber is the senate
5. definition=a room used primarily for sleeping | synonyms=bedroom, sleeping room, sleeping accommodation, bedchamber

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the lower <t>chamber</t> of Congress..."
    *   Senses:
        1.  Natural or artificial enclosed space.
        2.  Enclosed volume in the body (e.g., heart).
        3.  Room where a judge transacts business.
        4.  Deliberative or legislative or administrative or judicial assembly (e.g., the upper chamber is the senate).
        5.  Room used primarily for sleeping.

    *   The phrase is "the lower chamber of Congress".
    *   In the US government, Congress consists of two houses: the Senate (upper chamber) and the House of Representatives (lower chamber).
    *   This refers to a legislative assembly.

    *   Sense 4: "a deliberative or legislative or administrative or judicial assembly | examples=the upper chamber is the senate".
    *   This matches perfectly.