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

Context: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular <t>vote</t> for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Senses:
1. definition=a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative | synonyms=ballot, voting, balloting | examples=there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion; they allowed just one vote per person
2. definition=the opinion of a group as determined by voting | examples=they put the question to a vote
3. definition=a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment | synonyms=right to vote, suffrage | examples=American women got the vote in 1920
4. definition=a body of voters who have the same interests | examples=he failed to get the Black vote
5. definition=the total number of voters who participated | synonyms=voter turnout | examples=they are expecting a large vote

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular <t>vote</t> for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."
    *   Target word: "vote" (specifically "popular vote").

    *   Sense 1: A choice made by counting people in favor (ballot, voting). Example: "17 votes in favor of the motion."
    *   Sense 2: The opinion of a group as determined by voting. Example: "put the question to a vote."
    *   Sense 3: Legal right to vote (suffrage). Example: "women got the vote in 1920."
    *   Sense 4: A body of voters with same interests. Example: "failed to get the Black vote."
    *   Sense 5: Total number of voters who participated (voter turnout). Example: "expecting a large vote."

    *   The phrase is "popular vote".
    *   In political science/elections, the "popular vote" refers to the total number of individual votes cast for a candidate, which is then used to calculate a percentage.
    *   Looking at the senses again:
        *   Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative". This fits the general idea of counting votes to determine a winner or a percentage.
        *   Sense 2: "the opinion of a group". Not quite.
        *   Sense 3: "legal right". Not this.
        *   Sense 4: "a body of voters". "The popular vote" isn't a specific demographic group (like the "Black vote").
        *   Sense 5: "the total number of voters who participated" (turnout). "Popular vote" usually refers to the distribution of votes among candidates, not just the total turnout.

    *   Wait, let's re-examine Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    *   Let's look at the context again: "captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote".
    *   Is there a better fit?
    *   Sense 1 synonyms: ballot, voting, balloting.
    *   "Popular vote" is essentially the aggregate of all individual ballots.
    *   Let's check if "popular vote" fits Sense 4 ("a body of voters"). No, "popular" means the general population, not a specific interest group.
    *   Let's check Sense 5 ("total number of voters who participated"). "Popular vote" is often used to mean the total count of votes cast for candidates. However, "percentage of the popular vote" refers to the share of those votes.

    *   Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    *   If you have a "percentage of the vote", you are talking about the result of the counting process (the voting/balloting).
    *   Let's compare "popular vote" with the examples in Sense 1: "17 votes in favor of the motion".
    *   Actually, "the popular vote" is often treated as a collective noun for the total count of votes.

    *   Sense 1: a choice made by counting... (ballot, voting)
    *   Sense 2: the opinion of a group...
    *   Sense 3: legal right...
    *   Sense 4: a body of voters...
    *   Sense 5: total number of voters who participated (turnout).

    Wait, "popular vote" in "percentage of the popular vote" refers to the total count of votes cast for candidates.
    Is that Sense 1 or Sense 5?
    Sense 5 is "voter turnout". "The popular vote was low" (meaning turnout). But "the GOP captured 40% of the popular vote" doesn't mean turnout; it means the share of the votes cast.

    Let's look at Sense 1 again: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    If we say "the popular vote", we are referring to the overall result of the voting process.

    Let's re-read Sense 4: "a body of voters who have the same interests".
    Could "the popular vote" be the "body of voters"? No, "popular" means general.

    Let's re-read Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    Synonyms: ballot, voting, balloting.
    "The popular vote" = the general voting.

    Let's double-check if there's any other interpretation.
    In "percentage of the popular vote", "vote" refers to the collective set of ballots cast. This aligns best with Sense 1 (the act/result of voting/balloting).

    *   Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative"
    *   Context: "percentage of the major-party popular vote"
    *   This means the percentage of the total ballots cast.

    Let's check Sense 5 again: "the total number of voters who participated".
    If the GOP captured a percentage of the "total number of voters who participated", that's almost the same thing as the popular vote. But "popular vote" usually refers to the votes *cast for candidates*, whereas "voter turnout" (Sense 5) refers to the number of people who showed up.

    Wait, let's look at Sense 1 again. "a choice that is made by counting...".
    Actually, "the popular vote" is the *result* of the voting.
    Let's look at Sense 1's synonyms: "ballot, voting, balloting".
    "The popular vote" is essentially "the general voting".

    Let's consider if it could be Sense 4. "a body of voters who have the same interests".
    "The Black vote", "the youth vote", "the popular vote".
    Wait, "the popular vote" isn't a specific interest group, but it *is* the body of all voters. However, "popular vote" usually refers to the *count* of votes, not the *people* themselves.
    "The GOP captured a greater percentage of the... popular vote."
    You capture a percentage of the *votes* (the counts), not a percentage of the *body of voters* (though it's mathematically the same).

    Let's re-evaluate Sense 1. "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    This fits "the popular vote" as the aggregate of all those choices.

    Let's look at Sense 5 again. "the total number of voters who participated".
    If you capture 40% of the "total number of voters who participated", that is exactly what "40% of the popular vote" means.
    But Sense 5's synonym is "voter turnout".
    "The popular vote was 150 million" (Turnout).
    "The GOP won the popular vote" (The majority of the votes cast).

    Let's compare:
    "percentage of the popular vote"
    If "vote" = Sense 1 (the act/result of voting), it's "percentage of the voting".
    If "vote" = Sense 5 (total number of voters), it's "percentage of the total number of voters".

    Actually, in most dictionaries, "the popular vote" is defined as the total number of votes cast for a candidate in an election, as opposed to the electoral college. This is the *result* of the voting process.

    Let's look at the senses provided again.
    1. a choice that is made by counting... (ballot, voting)
    2. the opinion of a group...
    3. legal right...
    4. a body of voters...
    5. total number of voters who participated (turnout).

    If I have to choose between 1 and 5:
    Sense 1 is about the *process/result* of counting choices.
    Sense 5 is specifically about *turnout* (how many people showed up).

    "The GOP captured a greater percentage of the popular vote" means they got more of the ballots. This is Sense 1.

    Wait, let me think about Sense 4 again. "a body of voters who have the same interests".
    "The youth vote", "the Hispanic vote".
    Is "the popular vote" a "body of voters"? No.

    Let's look at Sense 1 again. "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    This is a bit clunky, but "the popular vote" is the sum of all those choices.

    Let's search for "popular vote" in a dictionary.
    Merriam-Webster: "the total number of votes cast for a candidate in an election".
    This is very close to Sense 1 (counting the number of people in favor).

    Let's double-check Sense 5: "the total number of voters who participated".
    If the "popular vote" is the "total number of votes cast", is that the same as "the total number of voters who participated"?
    Yes, usually. But "voter turnout" (the synonym for Sense 5) specifically refers to the *number* of people who voted, not the *distribution* of those votes.

    Example: "Turnout was high" (Sense 5).
    Example: "He won the popular vote" (Sense 1).

    Therefore, Sense 1 is the most likely fit.

    Wait, let me re-read Sense 1 one more time. "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    "The popular vote" is the aggregate of all those choices.

    Let's check Sense 4 again. "a body of voters who have the same interests".
    Could "the popular vote" be interpreted as "the general electorate"?
    "The GOP captured a greater percentage of the popular vote."
    If "vote" = "body of voters", then "percentage of the popular vote" = "percentage of the general electorate".
    This actually makes a lot of sense in English. "The youth vote", "the female vote", "the popular vote".
    But "popular vote" is a very specific term. It almost always refers to the *count* of votes, not the *group* of people.

    Let's compare:
    "He won the popular vote" (He got more votes).
    "He won the youth vote" (He got more of the youth's votes).

    In "percentage of the popular vote", "vote" is the thing being measured.
    If it's Sense 1, it's the result of the counting.
    If it's Sense 4, it's the group of people.

    Let's look at the examples for Sense 4: "he failed to get the Black vote".
    This is very similar to "he captured a percentage of the popular vote".
    In "the Black vote", "vote" means the collective votes of Black people (or the Black voters themselves).
    In "the popular vote", "vote" means the collective votes of all people.

    Wait, "popular vote" is a set phrase. Let's see if "popular vote" fits Sense 4's "body of voters".
    "The popular vote" = the body of all voters?
    That's not usually how "popular vote" is used. "The popular vote" is the *total count*.

    Let's re-examine Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    This is a bit of a weird definition for "the popular vote", but it's the closest one that refers to the counting of ballots.

    Let's think about Sense 5 again: "the total number of voters who participated".
    If "popular vote" = "total number of voters who participated", then "percentage of the popular vote" = "percentage of the total number of voters who participated".
    This is mathematically exactly what it is.

    Let's compare Sense 1 and Sense 5 again.
    Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting..." (Synonyms: ballot, voting, balloting)
    Sense 5: "the total number of voters who participated" (Synonym: voter turnout)

    "The popular vote" is the total number of votes cast.
    Is that "voting" (Sense 1) or "voter turnout" (Sense 5)?
    "The popular vote" is the *result* of the voting.

    Let's try to find this specific sense in other dictionaries.
    Oxford:
    1. an act of voting...
    2. the result of a vote...
    3. the right to vote...
    4. a body of voters...

    Our Sense 1 is "a choice that is made by counting...". This is the *result* of the vote.
    Our Sense 4 is "a body of voters...".

    If "the popular vote" is the result of the vote, it's Sense 1.
    If "the popular vote" is the body of voters, it's Sense 4.

    Let's look at the context again: "the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote for president".
    This means they got a certain percentage of the total votes cast.
    This is the *result* of the voting.

    Let's look at Sense 1's example: "there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion".
    This is a count of the result.
    "The popular vote" is also a count of the result.

    Let's look at Sense 4's example: "he failed to get the Black vote".
    This means he didn't get the support of that group.

    "The popular vote" is not a specific interest group. It's the total.
    So Sense 1 seems more appropriate than Sense 4.

    Is it Sense 5? "the total number of voters who participated".
    "The popular vote" can mean the total number of votes cast.
    But "percentage of the popular vote" is a very common phrase.
    If you say "percentage of the popular vote", you are talking about the share of the total votes.
    If "vote" = "total number of voters who participated", then "percentage of the popular vote" = "percentage of the total number of voters who participated".

    Wait, let's look at the synonyms again.
    Sense 1: ballot, voting, balloting.
    Sense 5: voter turnout.

    "The popular vote" is not "voter turnout".
    "Voter turnout was 60%." (Sense 5)
    "He won the popular vote." (Sense 1)

    Therefore, Sense 1 is the most likely answer.

    Wait, let me double-check Sense 1 again. "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    This is a very strange definition. "A choice that is made by counting"?
    Usually, the *vote* is the act of choosing, and the *result* is the count.
    But the example "there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion" shows that "votes" here means the individual choices that were counted.
    So "the popular vote" is the sum of all those individual choices.

    Let's re-read Sense 4: "a body of voters who have the same interests".
    Could "the popular vote" be the "body of voters" (the general public)?
    "The GOP captured a greater percentage of the popular vote."
    This could mean "The GOP captured a greater percentage of the general electorate."
    But "popular vote" is a technical term in US elections. It refers to the total count of votes cast for candidates, as opposed to the Electoral College.

    Let's look at the phrase "popular vote" in a dictionary again.
    Cambridge Dictionary: "the total number of votes cast for a candidate in an election".
    This matches the "counting the number of people in favor" part of Sense 1.

    Let's check Sense 5 again: "the total number of voters who participated".
    This is *almost* the same as "the total number of votes cast".
    But "voter turnout" is the key synonym.
    "The popular vote" is not a synonym for "voter turnout".
    "The popular vote was 150 million" (This is turnout).
    "The popular vote was split 50/50" (This is the result).
    The context "captured a greater percentage of the... popular vote" refers to the result.

    Final check:
    Sense 1: Result of counting votes.
    Sense 2: Opinion of a group.
    Sense 3: Right to vote.
    Sense 4: Group of voters.
    Sense 5: Turnout.

    "Percentage of the popular vote" = Percentage of the result of counting votes.
    This fits Sense 1.


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

Context: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for <t>president</t> than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Senses:
1. definition=an executive officer of a firm or corporation
2. definition=the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government | synonyms=President of the United States, United States President, Chief Executive | examples=the President likes to jog every morning
3. definition=the chief executive of a republic
4. definition=the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | synonyms=chairman, chairwoman, chair, chairperson | examples=address your remarks to the chairperson
5. definition=the head administrative officer of a college or university | synonyms=prexy
6. definition=the office of the United States head of state | synonyms=President of the United States, Chief Executive | examples=a President is elected every four years

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reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing US elections, GOP congressional hopefuls, Democratic presidential candidates, ticket splitting, the White House, and popular votes for "president".
    *   Target word: `<t>president</t>` in the sentence: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote for <t>president</t> than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

    *   Sense 1: Executive officer of a firm/corporation. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: The *person* who holds the office of head of state of the US government. (Example: "the President likes to jog every morning")
    *   Sense 3: The chief executive of a republic. (General term, but the context is specifically US)
    *   Sense 4: Officer who presides at meetings. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 5: Head administrative officer of a college/university. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 6: The *office* of the United States head of state. (Example: "a President is elected every four years")

    *   The phrase is "popular vote for <t>president</t>".
    *   Does "vote for president" refer to the *person* (Sense 2) or the *office* (Sense 6)?
    *   Usually, when people vote "for president", they are voting for the office/position, or the candidate seeking that office.
    *   Let's look at the examples:
        *   Sense 2: "the President likes to jog every morning" (Refers to the individual person).
        *   Sense 6: "a President is elected every four years" (Refers to the office/position).
    *   In "popular vote for president", "president" refers to the office being contested.

    *   Sense 2 is the person.
    *   Sense 6 is the office.
    *   "Vote for president" is analogous to "vote for governor" or "vote for senator". You are voting for the office/position.

    *   Wait, let me re-read Sense 6: "the office of the United States head of state".
    *   Let me re-read Sense 2: "the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government".
    *   In the context "popular vote for president", is it the person or the office?
    *   If I say "I'm voting for president", I'm voting for the office of the president.
    *   If I say "The president is tall", I'm referring to the person.
    *   The context "popular vote for president" refers to the election for the office.

    *   Sense 6: "the office of the United States head of state | synonyms=President of the United States, Chief Executive | examples=a President is elected every four years"
    *   This fits perfectly. The "popular vote for president" is the vote for the office.

    *   Sense 2: "the person who holds the office..."
    *   Sense 6: "the office of..."
    *   "Vote for president" -> Vote for the office.

    *   Sense 6 is the most accurate description of the usage in "popular vote for president".

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

Context: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional <t>seats</t> or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Senses:
1. definition=a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) | synonyms=place | examples=he booked their seats in advance; he sat in someone else's place
2. definition=the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on | synonyms=buttocks, nates, arse, butt, backside, bum | examples=he deserves a good kick in the butt; are you going to sit on your fanny and do nothing?
3. definition=furniture that is designed for sitting on | examples=there were not enough seats for all the guests
4. definition=any support where you can sit (especially the part of a chair or bench etc. on which you sit) | examples=he dusted off the seat before sitting down
5. definition=a center of authority (as a city from which authority is exercised)
6. definition=the location (metaphorically speaking) where something is based | examples=the brain is said to be the seat of reason
7. definition=the legal right to sit as a member in a legislative or similar body | examples=he was elected to a seat in the Senate
8. definition=a part of a machine that supports or guides another part
9. definition=the cloth covering for the buttocks | examples=the seat of his pants was worn through

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote for president than it has of congressional <t>seats</t> or the popular vote for Congress."
    *   Target word: "seats" (plural of "seat").
    *   Contextual clues: "GOP" (Republican party), "congressional", "popular vote for president", "popular vote for Congress". The sentence is discussing election results and the number of representatives won by a political party.

    *   Sense 1: Space reserved for sitting (theater, train). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Fleshy part of the body (buttocks). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 3: Furniture for sitting. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 4: Support where you can sit. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 5: Center of authority (city). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 6: Metaphorical location (seat of reason). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 7: The legal right to sit as a member in a legislative or similar body. (Correct - "congressional seats" refers to the positions/memberships in Congress).
    *   Sense 8: Part of a machine. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 9: Cloth covering for buttocks. (Incorrect)

    *   The context refers to "congressional seats," which means the number of representatives elected to Congress. This matches Sense 7 perfectly.


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

Context: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the <t>popular</t> vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Senses:
1. definition=regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public | examples=a popular tourist attraction; a popular girl
2. definition=carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large | examples=the popular vote; popular representation
3. definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | synonyms=democratic | examples=democratic art forms; a democratic or popular movement
4. definition=(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) | synonyms=pop

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the <t>popular</t> vote for Congress."
    *   Target word: "popular" (in "popular vote").

    *   Sense 1: Regarded with great favor, approval, or affection (e.g., popular tourist attraction).
    *   Sense 2: Carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large (e.g., the popular vote).
    *   Sense 3: Representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large (synonym: democratic).
    *   Sense 4: New and of general appeal, especially among young people (synonym: pop).

    *   The phrase is "popular vote".
    *   In a political context, "popular vote" refers to the total number of individual votes cast by the general public, as opposed to the Electoral College or other indirect methods.
    *   This matches Sense 2: "carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large | examples=the popular vote".


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

Context: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular <t>vote</t> for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Senses:
1. definition=a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative | synonyms=ballot, voting, balloting | examples=there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion; they allowed just one vote per person
2. definition=the opinion of a group as determined by voting | examples=they put the question to a vote
3. definition=a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment | synonyms=right to vote, suffrage | examples=American women got the vote in 1920
4. definition=a body of voters who have the same interests | examples=he failed to get the Black vote
5. definition=the total number of voters who participated | synonyms=voter turnout | examples=they are expecting a large vote

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular <t>vote</t> for Congress."
    *   Target word: "vote" (specifically "popular vote for Congress").

    *   Sense 1: A choice made by counting people in favor (ballot, voting). Example: "17 votes in favor of the motion."
    *   Sense 2: The opinion of a group as determined by voting. Example: "put the question to a vote."
    *   Sense 3: Legal right to vote (suffrage). Example: "women got the vote in 1920."
    *   Sense 4: A body of voters with same interests. Example: "failed to get the Black vote."
    *   Sense 5: Total number of voters who participated (voter turnout). Example: "expecting a large vote."

    *   The phrase is "popular vote for Congress."
    *   In political science/elections, the "popular vote" refers to the total number of individual votes cast for a candidate or party, as opposed to the Electoral College or the number of seats won.
    *   Looking at the senses:
        *   Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative". This fits the general idea of counting ballots.
        *   Sense 2: "the opinion of a group as determined by voting". Not quite.
        *   Sense 3: "legal right". Definitely not.
        *   Sense 4: "a body of voters". "The popular vote" isn't a specific demographic group (like the "Black vote").
        *   Sense 5: "the total number of voters who participated" (turnout). "Popular vote" usually refers to the *distribution* of votes among candidates, not just the total turnout.

    *   Wait, let's re-examine Sense 1. "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    *   Let's look at the context again: "the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."
    *   "Popular vote" here refers to the aggregate of individual ballots cast.
    *   Is there a better fit?
    *   Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    *   Sense 4: "a body of voters who have the same interests". (e.g., "the youth vote", "the Hispanic vote"). "The popular vote" doesn't fit this.
    *   Sense 5: "the total number of voters who participated". (Turnout). "Popular vote" is often used to mean the total count of votes cast for a specific candidate/party.

    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    *   Actually, "popular vote" is often treated as a collective noun for the total count of ballots.
    *   Let's check if "popular vote" fits Sense 1 better than the others.
    *   Sense 1 synonyms: ballot, voting, balloting.
    *   "the popular voting for Congress" (a bit awkward, but close).
    *   "the popular ballot for Congress" (also a bit awkward).

    *   Let's reconsider Sense 4: "a body of voters who have the same interests". No.
    *   Let's reconsider Sense 5: "the total number of voters who participated". No, that's turnout.

    *   Wait, let's look at Sense 1 again. "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative".
    *   If the GOP captured a "percentage of the popular vote", they captured a percentage of the total choices made.

    *   Let's look at the phrase "popular vote" in dictionaries.
    *   Merriam-Webster: "the total number of individual votes cast for a candidate in an election".
    *   This aligns most closely with Sense 1 (the counting of people in favor).

    *   Let's double-check Sense 4 again. "a body of voters who have the same interests". "The popular vote" is not a specific interest group.
    *   Let's double-check Sense 5 again. "the total number of voters who participated". This is turnout. "Popular vote" is the *result* of the turnout, distributed among candidates.

    *   Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate, as it refers to the process/result of counting the choices made by the people.

    *   Wait, let me look at the senses one more time.
    *   1. a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative.
    *   2. the opinion of a group as determined by voting.
    *   3. legal right.
    *   4. a body of voters who have the same interests.
    *   5. the total number of voters who participated.

    *   If the GOP captured a "percentage of the popular vote", they captured a percentage of the total choices made. This fits Sense 1.

    *   Let's think if "popular vote" could be Sense 4. "The popular vote" isn't a group like "the Black vote" or "the youth vote". It's the *entire* voting population. But Sense 4 says "a body of voters who have the same interests". The "popular vote" isn't defined by a shared interest other than being the general public.

    *   Let's think if "popular vote" could be Sense 5. "the total number of voters who participated". If you have 100 million voters, the "popular vote" is 100 million. The GOP captured 45% of that. This is very close. However, "popular vote" usually refers to the *tally* of votes for candidates, not just the turnout.

    *   Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 5:
        Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative"
        Sense 5: "the total number of voters who participated"

        "The GOP captured a greater percentage of the popular vote..."
        This means they got a percentage of the total choices made.

    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 1: "there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion".
    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 5: "they are expecting a large vote".

    *   In "popular vote", "vote" refers to the collective tally of individual choices. This is most closely described by Sense 1.

    *   Wait, let me search for "popular vote" in the context of these specific sense definitions (they look like they might come from a specific dataset like WordNet).
    *   In WordNet:
        - vote (n): a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative.
        - vote (n): the opinion of a group as determined by voting.
        - vote (n): a legal right...
        - vote (n): a body of voters who have the same interests.
        - vote (n): the total number of voters who participated.

    *   If we use "the popular vote", we are talking about the total count of individual choices.
    *   If the GOP got 40% of the popular vote, they got 40% of the total choices made.
    *   This fits Sense 1.

    *   Let's re-verify Sense 4: "a body of voters who have the same interests". Examples: "the Black vote", "the youth vote". "The popular vote" is not a specific interest group.
    *   Let's re-verify Sense 5: "the total number of voters who participated". Example: "a large vote". This is turnout.

    *   Conclusion: Sense 1 is the best fit.


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

Context: Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the <t>opposite</t>. What accounts for the results of recent decades?

Senses:
1. definition=a word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word, in which case the two words are antonyms of each other | synonyms=antonym, opposite word | examples=to him the antonym of `gay' was `depressed'
2. definition=a relation of direct opposition | synonyms=reverse, contrary | examples=we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true
3. definition=a contestant that you are matched against | synonyms=opposition, opponent
4. definition=something inverted in sequence or character or effect | synonyms=inverse | examples=when the direct approach failed he tried the inverse

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "In every presidential election over the past half century... the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats... Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the <t>opposite</t>."
    *   Meaning: The text describes a specific pattern (GOP doing better for president than for Congress). It then states that before 1932, the pattern was the "opposite" (meaning GOP did better for Congress than for president, or vice versa).

    *   Sense 1: A word that expresses a meaning opposed to another (antonym). (Not applicable; "opposite" here refers to a pattern/situation, not a word).
    *   Sense 2: A relation of direct opposition; reverse, contrary. (Example: "we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true"). This fits well. The pattern was X, but before 1932, the pattern was the reverse/contrary of X.
    *   Sense 3: A contestant/opponent. (Not applicable).
    *   Sense 4: Something inverted in sequence or character or effect; inverse. (Example: "when the direct approach failed he tried the inverse"). This is very similar to Sense 2.

    *   Sense 2 focuses on a "relation of direct opposition" or "reverse/contrary" (often used for facts or situations).
    *   Sense 4 focuses on "inverted in sequence or character or effect" (inverse).
    *   Looking at the example for Sense 2: "we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true." This mirrors the structure of the context: "The pattern was [A > B], but prior to 1932, the pattern was [B > A]."
    *   Looking at the example for Sense 4: "when the direct approach failed he tried the inverse." This is more about a method or a sequence.

    The context describes a reversal of a trend/pattern. Sense 2 ("a relation of direct opposition", "reverse", "contrary") is the most fitting description for a pattern being the reverse of another.

    *   Pattern A: GOP % President > GOP % Congress.
    *   Opposite Pattern: GOP % President < GOP % Congress.
    *   This is a "reverse" or "contrary" situation.

    Sense 2 matches best.


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

Context: In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What <t>accounts for</t> the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth.

Senses:
1. definition=be the reason or explanation for | examples=The recession accounts for the slow retail business
2. definition=give reasons for | examples=Can you account for all these absences?

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "What <t>accounts for</t> the results of recent decades?"
    *   Surrounding text: Discusses voting patterns (split-ticket voting) and suggests that a "simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation."
    *   Target phrase: "accounts for"

    *   Sense 1: "be the reason or explanation for" (Example: The recession accounts for the slow retail business).
    *   Sense 2: "give reasons for" (Example: Can you account for all these absences?).

    *   The sentence "What accounts for the results of recent decades?" is asking what *is* the reason or explanation for those results.
    *   It is not asking a person to *provide* an explanation (like "Can you account for..."), but rather asking what the underlying cause/explanation is.
    *   The following sentence confirms this: "A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation..."

    *   Sense 1 matches perfectly: "be the reason or explanation for".


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

Context: In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the <t>results</t> of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth.

Senses:
1. definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | synonyms=consequence, effect, outcome, event, issue, upshot | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise; his decision had depressing consequences for business
2. definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | synonyms=solution, answer, resolution, solvent | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution; the answers were in the back of the book
3. definition=something that results | synonyms=resultant, final result, outcome, termination | examples=he listened for the results on the radio
4. definition=the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause | synonyms=resultant role

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing voting patterns in US presidential and congressional elections. It notes a trend where voters favor Republicans more for president than for Congress in recent decades.
    *   Target word: "results" (marked as `<t>results</t>`).
    *   Sentence: "What accounts for the <t>results</t> of recent decades?"

    *   Sense 1: "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon" (consequence, effect, outcome).
    *   Sense 2: "a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem" (solution, answer).
    *   Sense 3: "something that results" (resultant, final result, outcome). Often used for election results, test results, etc.
    *   Sense 4: "the semantic role of the noun phrase..." (linguistics term).

    *   The text talks about voting patterns (percentages of districts choosing different parties, popular vote percentages).
    *   "What accounts for the results of recent decades?" refers to the observed outcomes of the elections (the data/numbers/patterns).
    *   Sense 3 ("something that results", synonyms: "final result, outcome") fits best here, as it refers to the outcomes of the elections.
    *   Sense 1 ("consequence") is close, but "results" in the context of elections usually refers to the outcome/tally (Sense 3).
    *   Sense 2 ("solution") is incorrect.
    *   Sense 4 ("semantic role") is incorrect.

    *   Sense 1: "his decision had depressing consequences for business" (Cause -> Effect).
    *   Sense 3: "he listened for the results on the radio" (Election/Test outcome).
    *   The context "results of recent decades" refers to the election outcomes/patterns described in the previous sentences. This aligns perfectly with Sense 3.


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

Context: In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of <t>recent</t> decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth.

Senses:
1. definition=new | examples=recent graduates; a recent addition to the house
2. definition=of the immediate past or just previous to the present time | synonyms=late | examples=a late development; their late quarrel

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "What accounts for the results of <t>recent</t> decades?"
    *   The text discusses voting patterns over the past half century (since 1948, specifically mentioning 1932 as a contrast).
    *   "Recent decades" refers to the period of time leading up to the present, specifically the last few decades.

    *   Sense 1: "new" (e.g., recent graduates, recent addition). This usually refers to something that has just come into existence or happened very recently.
    *   Sense 2: "of the immediate past or just previous to the present time" (e.g., a late development, their late quarrel). This refers to a period of time leading up to now.

    *   "Recent decades" refers to the period of time just previous to the present.
    *   Sense 1 ("new") doesn't fit "decades" as well as Sense 2 ("of the immediate past"). While "recent" can often be used interchangeably in casual speech, in a dictionary sense, "recent decades" describes a span of time in the immediate past.
    *   Let's re-evaluate.
        *   Sense 1: "new" (recent graduates - they just graduated).
        *   Sense 2: "of the immediate past or just previous to the present time" (late development - happened recently).
    *   Actually, looking at the examples:
        *   Sense 1: "recent graduates" (people who graduated recently).
        *   Sense 2: "a late development" (something that happened recently).
    *   Wait, "recent decades" means the decades that occurred in the immediate past.
    *   Let's look at the definitions again.
        *   1. new
        *   2. of the immediate past or just previous to the present time.
    *   "Recent decades" = decades of the immediate past. This aligns perfectly with Sense 2.

    *   Sense 1 is more about "newly created/acquired" (new addition).
    *   Sense 2 is more about "occurring in the time just before now" (immediate past).
    *   "Recent decades" fits Sense 2.


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

Context: In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent <t>decades</t>? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth.

Senses:
1. definition=a period of 10 years | synonyms=decennary, decennium
2. definition=the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system | synonyms=ten, 10, X, tenner

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "What accounts for the results of recent <t>decades</t>?"
    *   Target word: "decades"
    *   Senses:
        1.  a period of 10 years.
        2.  the cardinal number ten.

    *   The sentence asks about the "results of recent decades".
    *   "Recent decades" refers to periods of time (specifically, multiple 10-year periods).
    *   It does not refer to the number 10 itself.

    *   Sense 1: a period of 10 years. (Matches)
    *   Sense 2: the cardinal number ten. (Does not match)


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

Context: Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A <t>simple</t> economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions:

Senses:
1. definition=having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved | examples=a simple problem; simple mechanisms
2. definition=easy and not involved or complicated | synonyms=elementary, uncomplicated, unproblematic | examples=an elementary problem in statistics; elementary, my dear Watson
3. definition=apart from anything else; without additions or modifications | synonyms=bare, mere | examples=only the bare facts; shocked by the mere idea
4. definition=exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity | synonyms=childlike, wide-eyed, round-eyed, dewy-eyed | examples=childlike trust; dewy-eyed innocence
5. definition=lacking mental capacity and subtlety | synonyms=dim-witted, simple-minded
6. definition=(botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions | synonyms=unsubdivided
7. definition=unornamented | examples=a simple country schoolhouse; her black dress--simple to austerity

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "A <t>simple</t> economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth."
    *   Target word: "simple"

    *   Sense 1: having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved (e.g., a simple problem).
    *   Sense 2: easy and not involved or complicated (e.g., an elementary problem in statistics).
    *   Sense 3: apart from anything else; without additions or modifications (e.g., the bare facts).
    *   Sense 4: exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity (e.g., childlike trust).
    *   Sense 5: lacking mental capacity and subtlety (e.g., dim-witted).
    *   Sense 6: (botany) leaf shapes.
    *   Sense 7: unornamented (e.g., a simple country schoolhouse).

    *   The phrase is "A simple economic theory".
    *   In this context, "simple" describes a theory.
    *   Does it mean the theory is not complex/complicated (Sense 1)? Yes.
    *   Does it mean the theory is easy to understand/elementary (Sense 2)? Possibly, but "not complex" is the primary characteristic of a "simple theory" in academic or analytical writing.
    *   Does it mean "mere" (Sense 3)? No.
    *   Does it mean "childlike" (Sense 4)? No.
    *   Does it mean "dim-witted" (Sense 5)? No.
    *   Does it mean "botanical" (Sense 6)? No.
    *   Does it mean "unornamented" (Sense 7)? No.

    *   Sense 1: "having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved"
    *   Sense 2: "easy and not involved or complicated"
    *   Often, Sense 1 refers to the *structure* (not complex), while Sense 2 refers to the *difficulty* (easy).
    *   An "economic theory" that is "simple" usually refers to its structure—it doesn't have many variables or complex mechanisms.
    *   Looking at the examples: Sense 1 ("a simple problem; simple mechanisms") vs Sense 2 ("an elementary problem in statistics").
    *   A "simple theory" is more akin to a "simple mechanism" (Sense 1) than an "elementary problem" (Sense 2), although they are very close.
    *   However, in most dictionary classifications (like Oxford or Merriam-Webster), "simple" meaning "not complex" is the primary sense.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1 vs Sense 2.
        *   Sense 1: not complex or complicated.
        *   Sense 2: easy.
    *   The author is introducing a theory to explain a phenomenon. They are saying the theory isn't overly complex. This fits Sense 1 perfectly.

    *   Sense 1: not complex.
    *   Sense 2: easy.
    *   "A simple economic theory" -> A theory that is not complex.

    *   Sense 1 is the most accurate fit for a theory that is not complex.


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

Context: Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a <t>partial</t> explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions:

Senses:
1. definition=being or affecting only a part; not total | examples=a partial description of the suspect; partial collapse
2. definition=showing favoritism
3. definition=(followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for | synonyms=fond | examples=fond of chocolate; partial to horror movies

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "A simple economic theory may provide at least a <t>partial</t> explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth."
    *   Target word: "partial"

    *   Sense 1: "being or affecting only a part; not total" (e.g., partial description, partial collapse).
    *   Sense 2: "showing favoritism".
    *   Sense 3: "(followed by 'of' or 'to') having a strong preference or liking for" (e.g., partial to horror movies).

    *   The phrase is "a partial explanation".
    *   Does it mean "showing favoritism explanation"? No.
    *   Does it mean "having a strong preference for explanation"? No.
    *   Does it mean "an explanation that is not total/complete" (i.e., it explains some, but not all, of the phenomenon)? Yes.

    *   Sense 1 matches perfectly.


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

Context: Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality <t>displayed</t> by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions:

Senses:
1. definition=to show, make visible or apparent | synonyms=expose, exhibit | examples=The Metropolitan Museum is exhibiting Goya's works this month; Why don't you show your nice legs and wear shorter skirts?
2. definition=attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality <t>displayed</t> by Americans in the voting booth."
    *   Target word: "displayed" (past participle of "display").
    *   Meaning in context: The "split personality" (behavioral pattern) is being shown or exhibited by Americans.

    *   Sense 1: "to show, make visible or apparent | synonyms=expose, exhibit | examples=The Metropolitan Museum is exhibiting Goya's works this month; Why don't you show your nice legs and wear shorter skirts?"
    *   Sense 2: "attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals"

    *   The context refers to a "split personality" (a characteristic or behavior) being shown by voters.
    *   Sense 1 covers showing, making apparent, or exhibiting (even abstract things like personality traits or behaviors).
    *   Sense 2 is specifically about attracting attention via body parts or animal behavior.

    *   Sense 1 fits perfectly.


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

Context: Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by <t>Americans</t> in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions:

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

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing voting patterns in the US (Republicans, GOP, presidential elections, Congress, voting booth).
    *   Target word: "Americans" (marked with `<t></t>`).
    *   Senses:
        1.  Native or inhabitant of the United States.
        2.  English language as used in the United States.
        3.  Native or inhabitant of a North American, Central American, or South American country.

    *   The text mentions "Republicans", "Congress", "presidential election", "GOP", and "voting booth".
    *   These terms specifically refer to the political system of the United States.
    *   The phrase "split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth" refers to the people voting in these US elections.

    *   Sense 1: Native or inhabitant of the United States. (Fits perfectly).
    *   Sense 2: English language. (Does not fit; languages don't vote in booths).
    *   Sense 3: Native or inhabitant of any country in the Americas. (Too broad; the context is specifically about the US political system).

Sense 1 is the correct one.


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

Context: As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three <t>assumptions</t>: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two brands when they select their political agents -- a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest.

Senses:
1. definition=a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn | synonyms=premise, premiss | examples=on the assumption that he has been injured we can infer that he will not to play
2. definition=a hypothesis that is taken for granted | synonyms=supposition, supposal | examples=any society is built upon certain assumptions
3. definition=the act of taking possession of or power over something | synonyms=laying claim | examples=his assumption of office coincided with the trouble in Cuba; the Nazi assumption of power in 1934
4. definition=celebration in the Roman Catholic Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Dormition in the Eastern Orthodox Church | synonyms=Assumption of Mary, August 15
5. definition=(Christianity) the taking up of the body and soul of the Virgin Mary when her earthly life had ended
6. definition=audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to | synonyms=presumption, presumptuousness, effrontery | examples=he despised them for their presumptuousness
7. definition=the act of assuming or taking for granted | examples=your assumption that I would agree was unwarranted

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The theory relies on three <t>assumptions</t>: 1 -RRB- Voters can 'buy' one of two brands..."
    *   The word "assumptions" refers to the foundational premises or hypotheses upon which a theory is built.

    *   Sense 1: "a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn" (synonyms: premise, premiss).
    *   Sense 2: "a hypothesis that is taken for granted" (synonyms: supposition, supposal).
    *   Sense 3: "the act of taking possession of or power over something" (e.g., assumption of office).
    *   Sense 4: "celebration in the Roman Catholic Church..."
    *   Sense 5: "(Christianity) the taking up of the body and soul of the Virgin Mary..."
    *   Sense 6: "audacious (even arrogant) behavior..."
    *   Sense 7: "the act of assuming or taking for granted" (the process/act).

    *   The context says "The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can 'buy' one of two brands..."
    *   This describes specific statements (premises) that the theory is based on.
    *   Sense 1 ("a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn") fits perfectly.
    *   Sense 2 ("a hypothesis that is taken for granted") is very similar. Let's compare 1 and 2.
    *   Sense 1 emphasizes the logical structure (premise $\rightarrow$ conclusion), which is typical for a "theory."
    *   Sense 2 is more general ("any society is built upon certain assumptions").
    *   Looking at the example for Sense 1: "on the assumption that he has been injured we can infer that he will not to play." This matches the "theory $\rightarrow$ explanation" structure.
    *   Looking at the example for Sense 2: "any society is built upon certain assumptions."
    *   In the context of a "theory" relying on specific points (1, 2, 3), these are premises.

    *   Sense 1: Statement assumed true $\rightarrow$ conclusion.
    *   Sense 2: Hypothesis taken for granted.
    *   Sense 7: The *act* of assuming. (Not this, as it refers to the statements themselves).

    Usually, in academic or theoretical contexts, "assumptions" are the premises (Sense 1). Let's re-read Sense 2. "A hypothesis that is taken for granted."
    Actually, in many dictionaries, these are very close. However, Sense 1 specifically mentions "from which a conclusion can be drawn," which aligns with the text "A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation... The theory relies on three assumptions." The theory (the explanation/conclusion) is derived from these assumptions.

    Let's double-check if Sense 2 is a better fit. "Any society is built upon certain assumptions." This is more about underlying beliefs. The text provides a specific list of premises for a specific theory.

    Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 2 again:
    Sense 1: premise, premiss.
    Sense 2: supposition, supposal.

    In the context of a theory, "premises" is the most accurate term.

    Wait, let me look at Sense 2 again. "a hypothesis that is taken for granted".
    And Sense 1: "a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn".

    The text says: "The theory relies on three assumptions: 1... Voters can 'buy' one of two brands..."
    This is a statement assumed to be true to build the theory.

    Let's check if there's a nuance.
    Sense 1: "on the assumption that he has been injured we can infer that he will not to play"
    Sense 2: "any society is built upon certain assumptions"

    The context "The theory relies on three assumptions" is very similar to "any society is built upon certain assumptions" (Sense 2) in terms of structure, but the *function* of the assumptions in the text is to provide the basis for a conclusion/explanation (Sense 1).

    However, looking at common NLP datasets (like WordNet), Sense 1 and 2 are often distinguished by whether they are logical premises or general suppositions. A theory's assumptions are logical premises.

    Let's re-evaluate Sense 2. "a hypothesis that is taken for granted".
    Is "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands" a hypothesis or a premise? In the context of a theory, it's a premise.

    Let's look at Sense 1 again. "a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn". This is the definition of a premise.

    Final check:
    Context: "The theory relies on three assumptions: 1... [statement]"
    Sense 1: "a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn"
    Sense 2: "a hypothesis that is taken for granted"

    Sense 1 is the most precise fit for a theoretical framework.


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

Context: In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two <t>brands</t> when they select their political agents -- a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest. 2 -RRB- Congressional representatives have two basic responsibilities while voting in office -- dealing with national issues -LRB- programmatic actions such as casting roll call votes on legislation that imposes costs and/or confers benefits on the population at large -RRB- and attending to local issues -LRB- constituency service and pork barrel -RRB-.

Senses:
1. definition=a name given to a product or service | synonyms=trade name, brand name, marque
2. definition=a recognizable kind | synonyms=make | examples=there's a new brand of hero in the movies now; what make of car is that?
3. definition=identification mark on skin, made by burning
4. definition=a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning | synonyms=firebrand
5. definition=a symbol of disgrace or infamy; --Genesis | synonyms=mark, stigma, stain | examples=And the Lord set a mark upon Cain
6. definition=a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard | synonyms=sword, blade, steel

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Voters can 'buy' one of two <t>brands</t> when they select their political agents -- a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state... and a Democratic brand that believes in big government..."
    *   The word "brands" is used metaphorically here. Voters are choosing between two political parties (Republican and Democratic), which are being compared to "brands" of products or services.

    *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service" (trade name, brand name).
    *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind" (make). Example: "a new brand of hero".
    *   Sense 3: "identification mark on skin, made by burning".
    *   Sense 4: "a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning".
    *   Sense 5: "a symbol of disgrace or infamy".
    *   Sense 6: "a cutting or thrusting weapon".

    *   The text says voters "buy" one of two brands. This strongly evokes the idea of consumer choice and product branding (Sense 1).
    *   However, it's not literally a trade name for a commercial product, but rather a "recognizable kind" or a "type" of political identity/platform (Sense 2).
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 1 vs. Sense 2.
        *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service".
        *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind".
    *   In the context, the author is using an economic theory analogy. "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands". The "Republican brand" and "Democratic brand" are treated as the "products" being offered.
    *   If we look at the examples for Sense 2: "there's a new brand of hero in the movies now". This is a metaphorical use of "brand" to mean "type" or "kind".
    *   The context "Republican brand" and "Democratic brand" fits the "recognizable kind" or "type" of political ideology/party better than a literal "trade name" for a commercial product, although the "buy" metaphor leans toward Sense 1.
    *   Wait, let's look closer. "a Republican brand that believes in... and a Democratic brand that believes in...". This describes the *nature* or *kind* of the brand.
    *   Actually, in political science and marketing, "political branding" refers to the image and identity of a party (Sense 1). But in the dictionary definitions provided:
        *   Sense 1 is very specific to products/services.
        *   Sense 2 is "a recognizable kind".
    *   Is a political party a "product or service"? In the metaphor "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands", the author is treating the party as a product.
    *   Let's compare:
        *   "A new brand of hero" (Sense 2) -> A new *type* of hero.
        *   "A Republican brand" -> A Republican *type* of political agent/platform.
    *   However, the phrase "buy one of two brands" strongly points to the commercial sense (Sense 1).
    *   Let's re-read Sense 2: "a recognizable kind".
    *   If I say "the Republican brand", am I referring to the *name* (Sense 1) or the *kind* of thing it is (Sense 2)?
    *   The text says: "a Republican brand that believes in... and a Democratic brand that believes in...". This describes the *characteristics* of the brand, which aligns with "a recognizable kind".
    *   Let's look at the "buy" part again. "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands". This is a metaphor. The "brands" are the parties.
    *   If we use Sense 1, we are saying the parties are products.
    *   If we use Sense 2, we are saying the parties are "kinds" of political agents.
    *   Usually, in these NLP tasks (like WordNet-based disambiguation), when "brand" is used for a type of person or a non-commercial entity, it's Sense 2.
    *   Example for Sense 2: "a new brand of hero".
    *   Example for Sense 1: "Nike is a famous brand".
    *   "Republican brand" is more like "a brand of politician" or "a brand of ideology".

    *   Sense 1: Trade name, brand name.
    *   Sense 2: Recognizable kind, make.
    *   The text says "a Republican brand that believes in...". This is describing the *kind* of brand.
    *   Let's check if "brand" in "Republican brand" refers to the name "Republican" (Sense 1) or the whole package/type of ideology (Sense 2).
    *   The metaphor "buy one of two brands" suggests the commercial aspect, but the application to political parties often falls under "type/kind" in these datasets.
    *   Let's re-evaluate. "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands... a Republican brand... and a Democratic brand".
    *   If the author meant Sense 1, they would be emphasizing the *name* or the *label*.
    *   If the author meant Sense 2, they would be emphasizing the *type* or *category*.
    *   The description "that believes in the minimalist state..." describes the *kind* of brand.
    *   Comparing "brand of hero" (Sense 2) to "Republican brand", they are very similar. Both use "brand" to mean a specific type or variety of something.

    *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service"
    *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind"
    *   The context is an economic theory analogy. In economics, a brand is a product with a specific identity.
    *   However, the "Republican brand" isn't just the name "Republican"; it's the whole set of beliefs associated with it. This fits "a recognizable kind" (Sense 2) better than just "a name" (Sense 1).

    *   Sense 1: Trade name.
    *   Sense 2: Recognizable kind.
    *   "Republican brand" = a kind of political identity.
    *   "Democratic brand" = a kind of political identity.
    *   This matches "a new brand of hero" (a new kind of hero).

    *   Wait, let me think again. If the author says "buy one of two brands", they are explicitly using the language of Sense 1 (commercial products).
    *   But the *thing* being called a brand is a political party.
    *   In many dictionaries, "brand" meaning "type" is a metaphorical extension of "brand" meaning "commercial product".
    *   Let's look at the provided senses again.
    *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service"
    *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind"
    *   If the author is using an economic theory, they are treating the political party *as* a product. If the party *is* the product, then "Republican brand" is the name given to that product.
    *   But "a Republican brand that believes in..." suggests the brand *is* the entity that believes, not just the name.
    *   Let's try to see if "brand" in "Republican brand" fits "recognizable kind" better.
    *   "A Republican brand [of political agent]" -> "A Republican kind [of political agent]". This makes sense.
    *   "A Republican name given to a product" -> This doesn't make as much sense.

    *   Sense 2 is often used for "type" or "sort".
    *   "A brand of [something]" = "A type of [something]".
    *   "A Republican brand" = "A Republican type".
    *   This fits the context of describing the beliefs of the Republican and Democratic parties.

    *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service"
    *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind"
    *   The context: "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands... a Republican brand... and a Democratic brand..."
    *   The "buy" and "brands" are in quotes or used metaphorically.
    *   The "Republican brand" is defined by its beliefs.
    *   This is a "kind" of political offering.
    *   Therefore, Sense 2 is the most appropriate.


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

Context: In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two brands when they select their <t>political</t> agents -- a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest. 2 -RRB- Congressional representatives have two basic responsibilities while voting in office -- dealing with national issues -LRB- programmatic actions such as casting roll call votes on legislation that imposes costs and/or confers benefits on the population at large -RRB- and attending to local issues -LRB- constituency service and pork barrel -RRB-.

Senses:
1. definition=involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians; - Daniel Goleman | examples=calling a meeting is a political act in itself; political pressure
2. definition=of or relating to your views about social relationships involving authority or power | examples=political opinions
3. definition=of or relating to the profession of governing | examples=political career

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Voters can 'buy' one of two brands when they select their <t>political</t> agents -- a Republican brand... and a Democratic brand..."
    *   Target word: "political"
    *   Senses:
        1.  Involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians.
        2.  Relating to views about social relationships involving authority or power.
        3.  Relating to the profession of governing.

    *   The phrase is "political agents".
    *   The context describes selecting "brands" (Republican and Democratic) to represent them.
    *   These "agents" are the candidates/politicians being voted for in presidential and congressional elections.
    *   The focus is on the party affiliation (Republican vs. Democratic) and the act of voting for representatives.

    *   Sense 1: "involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians". This fits perfectly because the "agents" are politicians belonging to political parties.
    *   Sense 2: "of or relating to your views about social relationships involving authority or power". This refers to personal political beliefs/ideologies (e.g., "my political views"), not the agents themselves.
    *   Sense 3: "of or relating to the profession of governing". While politicians govern, "political agents" in the context of voting for party brands refers more broadly to the nature of the representatives as party figures/politicians rather than specifically the *profession* of governing. However, Sense 1 is a more direct fit for "parties or politicians".

    *   "Political agents" here refers to the people (politicians) representing the parties.
    *   Sense 1 explicitly mentions "parties or politicians".


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

Context: In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two brands when they select their political <t>agents</t> -- a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest. 2 -RRB- Congressional representatives have two basic responsibilities while voting in office -- dealing with national issues -LRB- programmatic actions such as casting roll call votes on legislation that imposes costs and/or confers benefits on the population at large -RRB- and attending to local issues -LRB- constituency service and pork barrel -RRB-.

Senses:
1. definition=an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect | examples=their research uncovered new disease agents
2. definition=a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations
3. definition=a substance that exerts some force or effect
4. definition=a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission | synonyms=factor, broker
5. definition=any agent or representative of a federal agency or bureau | synonyms=federal agent
6. definition=the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause | synonyms=agentive role

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...Voters can 'buy' one of two brands when they select their political <t>agents</t> -- a Republican brand... and a Democratic brand..."
    *   Target word: "agents"
    *   Contextual meaning: The "political agents" are the people (candidates/representatives) that voters select to represent them in government (Republican or Democratic).

    *   Sense 1: "an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect" (e.g., disease agents). -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 2: "a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations". -> Fits well. Voters select representatives to act on their behalf.
    *   Sense 3: "a substance that exerts some force or effect". -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 4: "a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission" (broker). -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 5: "any agent or representative of a federal agency or bureau" (federal agent). -> Too specific. These are elected officials, not necessarily employees of a federal agency.
    *   Sense 6: "the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause" (linguistics). -> Doesn't fit.

    *   The context describes voters selecting "political agents" (Republican or Democratic). These are representatives acting on behalf of the voters. This aligns perfectly with Sense 2.


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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: In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two brands when they select their political agents -- a <t>Republican</t> brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest. 2 -RRB- Congressional representatives have two basic responsibilities while voting in office -- dealing with national issues -LRB- programmatic actions such as casting roll call votes on legislation that imposes costs and/or confers benefits on the population at large -RRB- and attending to local issues -LRB- constituency service and pork barrel -RRB-.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to or belonging to the Republican Party | examples=a Republican senator; Republican party politics
2. definition=having the supreme power lying in the body of citizens entitled to vote for officers and representatives responsible to them or characteristic of such government; - United States Constitution; ; - Philip Marsh; -Nathaniel Hawthorne | examples=the United States shall guarantee to every state in this union a republican form of government; a very republican notion

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing the GOP (Grand Old Party), presidential elections, the popular vote, and the difference between "Republican brand" and "Democratic brand" in terms of political beliefs (minimalist state vs. big government).
    *   Target word: "Republican" (marked with `<t></t>`).
    *   Senses:
        1.  Relating to or belonging to the Republican Party.
        2.  Relating to a republic (supreme power lying with citizens/representatives).

    *   The text mentions "the GOP" (which stands for Grand Old Party, the nickname for the Republican Party).
    *   It compares a "Republican brand" with a "Democratic brand".
    *   It discusses voting patterns in presidential and congressional elections.
    *   The "Republican brand" is described as believing in the "minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets". This describes the platform of the US Republican Party.

    *   Sense 1: "relating to or belonging to the Republican Party". This fits perfectly.
    *   Sense 2: "having the supreme power lying in the body of citizens... characteristic of such government". This refers to the general concept of a republic, not the specific political party.

    *   The context is clearly about the US political party.
    *   Correct sense: 1.


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

Context: In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two brands when they select their political agents -- a Republican <t>brand</t> that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest. 2 -RRB- Congressional representatives have two basic responsibilities while voting in office -- dealing with national issues -LRB- programmatic actions such as casting roll call votes on legislation that imposes costs and/or confers benefits on the population at large -RRB- and attending to local issues -LRB- constituency service and pork barrel -RRB-.

Senses:
1. definition=a name given to a product or service | synonyms=trade name, brand name, marque
2. definition=a recognizable kind | synonyms=make | examples=there's a new brand of hero in the movies now; what make of car is that?
3. definition=identification mark on skin, made by burning
4. definition=a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning | synonyms=firebrand
5. definition=a symbol of disgrace or infamy; --Genesis | synonyms=mark, stigma, stain | examples=And the Lord set a mark upon Cain
6. definition=a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard | synonyms=sword, blade, steel

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands when they select their political agents -- a Republican <t>brand</t> that believes in the minimalist state... and a Democratic brand that believes in big government..."
    *   The word "brand" is used metaphorically here to describe a political party/platform as a product or a specific type/kind of political identity.

    *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service" (trade name, brand name).
    *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind" (make; e.g., "a new brand of hero").
    *   Sense 3: "identification mark on skin, made by burning".
    *   Sense 4: "a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning".
    *   Sense 5: "a symbol of disgrace or infamy".
    *   Sense 6: "a cutting or thrusting weapon".

    *   The text says voters "buy" one of two brands. This is a metaphor comparing political parties to commercial products.
    *   Sense 1 refers to the commercial name/identity of a product.
    *   Sense 2 refers to a "recognizable kind" or "type" of something.
    *   In the phrase "a Republican brand that believes in...", it's describing the *type* or *kind* of political identity/platform being offered.
    *   However, the context explicitly uses the verb "buy", which strongly links it to the commercial sense of a "brand" (Sense 1).
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 2: "a recognizable kind". "A Republican brand" could be seen as a "Republican kind" of politician/platform.
    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 2: "there's a new brand of hero in the movies now". This is very similar to "a Republican brand that believes in...".
    *   Let's look at Sense 1 again: "a name given to a product or service". While the author uses "buy", the "Republican brand" isn't literally a trade name for a commercial product; it's a metaphor for a type of political ideology.
    *   Wait, usually, in these NLP tasks, if the metaphor is "buying a brand", it's often categorized under the "recognizable kind" or "product name" depending on the nuance.
    *   Let's compare:
        *   Sense 1: Trade name (e.g., Nike, Coca-Cola).
        *   Sense 2: A type or kind (e.g., a brand of courage, a brand of politician).
    *   The text says "a Republican brand that believes in...". This describes the *nature* or *kind* of the brand.
    *   If I say "a new brand of politician", that fits Sense 2 perfectly.
    *   If I say "The Republican brand is strong this year", it could be Sense 1 (the image/name) or Sense 2 (the type).
    *   Given the phrasing "a Republican brand that believes in...", it's defining the *kind* of entity.

    *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service".
    *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind".
    *   The context: "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands... a Republican brand that believes in... and a Democratic brand that believes in...".
    *   The author is using "brand" to mean a specific *type* or *category* of political platform.
    *   Example for Sense 2: "there's a new brand of hero in the movies now".
    *   This matches "a Republican brand that believes in..." much better than a literal trade name.

    *   Sense 1 is about the label/name.
    *   Sense 2 is about the type/category.
    *   The text describes the *characteristics* of the brand ("believes in the minimalist state"), which aligns with "a recognizable kind".

    *   Sense 1: Trade name.
    *   Sense 2: Recognizable kind.
    *   Context: "a Republican brand that believes in..."
    *   This is a "kind" of political offering.

    *Self-Correction:* Actually, looking at the "buy" part again: "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands". This is a very strong commercial metaphor. In commercial terms, a brand is a name/identity (Sense 1). But the *usage* in "a Republican brand that believes in..." is describing the *type* of ideology.

    Let's look at Sense 2 again: "a recognizable kind".
    Example: "a new brand of hero".
    Context: "a Republican brand that believes in...".
    These are structurally identical.

    Let's look at Sense 1 again: "a name given to a product or service".
    Is "Republican" the name given to the product? Yes.
    But is the "brand" the name itself, or the *kind* of thing it represents?
    In "a Republican brand", "Republican" is the modifier. The "brand" is the thing.
    If it were Sense 1, it would be "The Republican brand is well-known."
    If it's Sense 2, it's "a [type] brand".

    Wait, "a Republican brand" = "a Republican kind".
    "a Democratic brand" = "a Democratic kind".
    This fits Sense 2 perfectly.

    *Double check:*
    Sense 1: "The brand of the car is Ford." (Name)
    Sense 2: "He is a brand of politician I can't stand." (Kind)
    Context: "a Republican brand that believes in..." (Kind)

    The answer should be 2.


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

Context: In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two brands when they select their political agents -- a Republican brand that believes in the <t>minimalist</t> state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest. 2 -RRB- Congressional representatives have two basic responsibilities while voting in office -- dealing with national issues -LRB- programmatic actions such as casting roll call votes on legislation that imposes costs and/or confers benefits on the population at large -RRB- and attending to local issues -LRB- constituency service and pork barrel -RRB-.

Senses:
1. definition=of or relating to artistic minimalism
2. definition=advocating minimal reforms (as in government or politics)

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the <t>minimalist</t> state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action..."
    *   Target word: "minimalist"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  of or relating to artistic minimalism
        2.  advocating minimal reforms (as in government or politics)

    *   The context discusses political parties (GOP/Republican vs. Democratic), "big government," "public intervention," and "private markets."
    *   The phrase "minimalist state" refers to a government with limited power, minimal intervention, and minimal size.
    *   This aligns with political ideology/governance, not art.

    *   Sense 1: Artistic minimalism (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 2: Advocating minimal reforms/limited government in politics (Correct).

    *   The correct sense is 2.