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

Context: Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a <t>thing</t>, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms.

Senses:
1. definition=a special situation | examples=this thing has got to end; it is a remarkable thing
2. definition=an action | examples=how could you do such a thing?
3. definition=a special abstraction | examples=a thing of the spirit; things of the heart
4. definition=an artifact | examples=how does this thing work?
5. definition=an event | examples=a funny thing happened on the way to the...
6. definition=a vaguely specified concern | synonyms=matter, affair | examples=several matters to attend to; it is none of your affair
7. definition=a statement regarded as an object | examples=to say the same thing in other terms; how can you say such a thing?
8. definition=an entity that is not named specifically | examples=I couldn't tell what the thing was
9. definition=any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence | examples=the thing I like about her is ...
10. definition=a special objective | examples=the thing is to stay in bounds
11. definition=a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion | examples=he has a thing about seafood; she has a thing about him
12. definition=a separate and self-contained entity

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a <t>thing</t>, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms."
    *   Target word: "thing"
    *   Sentence: "Didn't feel a thing..."

    *   The speaker is talking about being near the San Andreas Fault.
    *   "Didn't feel a thing" in this context usually means they didn't feel any vibration, tremor, or earthquake.
    *   It's used as a pronoun for "anything" or "any sensation/movement."

    *   1. a special situation (No)
    *   2. an action (No)
    *   3. a special abstraction (No)
    *   4. an artifact (No)
    *   5. an event (No)
    *   6. a vaguely specified concern (No)
    *   7. a statement regarded as an object (No)
    *   8. an entity that is not named specifically (Maybe - "anything")
    *   9. any attribute or quality (No)
    *   10. a special objective (No)
    *   11. a persistent illogical feeling (No)
    *   12. a separate and self-contained entity (No)

    *   "Didn't feel a thing" is an idiomatic expression meaning "didn't feel anything at all."
    *   Looking at the senses again, Sense 8 ("an entity that is not named specifically") fits best because the "thing" refers to the earthquake/tremor that wasn't felt.

    *   Wait, let me re-evaluate. Is there a better fit?
    *   Sense 12: "a separate and self-contained entity" (Too literal).
    *   Sense 8: "an entity that is not named specifically" (Fits "anything").

    *   "Didn't feel a thing" = "Didn't feel any sensation/movement."
    *   Sense 8: "an entity that is not named specifically" (e.g., "I couldn't tell what the thing was"). This matches the usage of "thing" as a placeholder for an unspecified object or sensation.

    *   Sense 1: situation
    *   Sense 2: action
    *   Sense 3: abstraction
    *   Sense 4: artifact
    *   Sense 5: event
    *   Sense 6: concern
    *   Sense 7: statement
    *   Sense 8: entity not named specifically
    *   Sense 9: attribute/quality
    *   Sense 10: objective
    *   Sense 11: illogical feeling
    *   Sense 12: separate entity

    In "Didn't feel a thing," the "thing" is the tremor/earthquake. It's an entity (a sensation/event) not named specifically in that phrase.

    *Self-Correction:* Is it Sense 5 (an event)? "A funny thing happened..." No, that's more like a story. Is it Sense 12? No. Sense 8 seems the most plausible among the choices provided for "anything."

    Let's double-check Sense 8 again: "an entity that is not named specifically | examples=I couldn't tell what the thing was".
    "Didn't feel a thing" -> "Didn't feel [any specific entity/sensation]".

    Wait, let me look at the senses again. Is there any other possibility?
    Sense 12: "a separate and self-contained entity".
    Sense 8: "an entity that is not named specifically".

    In the phrase "didn't feel a thing," "thing" is used as a pronoun meaning "anything." This aligns with Sense 8.


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status: success

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

Context: Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but <t>noticed</t> some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms.

Senses:
1. definition=discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | synonyms=detect, observe, find, discover | examples=She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water; We found traces of lead in the paint
2. definition=notice or perceive | synonyms=mark, note | examples=She noted that someone was following her; mark my words
3. definition=make or write a comment on | synonyms=comment, remark, point out | examples=he commented the paper of his colleague
4. definition=express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with | synonyms=acknowledge | examples=He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway; She acknowledged his complement with a smile

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but <t>noticed</t> some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms."
    *   Target word: "noticed"
    *   Meaning in context: The speaker observed or became aware of strange bird behavior (duck swarms) following an event (likely an earthquake, given the mention of the San Andreas Fault).

    *   Sense 1: discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of (detect, observe, find, discover). Example: "detected high levels of lead".
    *   Sense 2: notice or perceive (mark, note). Example: "noted that someone was following her".
    *   Sense 3: make or write a comment on (comment, remark, point out). Example: "commented the paper".
    *   Sense 4: express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with (acknowledge). Example: "acknowledges his colleagues".

    *   Sense 3 (commenting) and Sense 4 (acknowledging) are clearly incorrect.
    *   Sense 1 (detect/discover) vs. Sense 2 (perceive/note).
    *   "Noticed some strange bird behavior" means the person perceived it through their senses.
    *   Sense 1 often implies a more formal discovery or detection of something hidden or specific (like lead in water).
    *   Sense 2 is the general act of perceiving something with the senses.
    *   Looking at the synonyms:
        *   Sense 1: detect, observe, find, discover.
        *   Sense 2: mark, note.
    *   Wait, "observe" is in Sense 1. Let's re-evaluate.
    *   "I noticed some strange bird behavior" $\approx$ "I observed some strange bird behavior."
    *   However, "notice" in the sense of "becoming aware of" is the core of Sense 2 (perceive).
    *   Let's look at the examples again.
        *   Sense 1: "detected high levels of lead" (finding something that requires a process of detection).
        *   Sense 2: "noted that someone was following her" (perceiving something happening).
    *   In the context "noticed some strange bird behavior", the person simply perceived it. This aligns better with Sense 2 (perceive).

    *   Sense 1: "discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of".
    *   Sense 2: "notice or perceive".
    *   The context "noticed some strange bird behavior" is a direct act of perception.

    *   Sense 1 is more about "detecting" (often something not immediately obvious or requiring a search/test).
    *   Sense 2 is about "perceiving" (becoming aware of something through the senses).
    *   The speaker didn't "detect" the birds in a scientific sense; they simply saw/perceived the strange behavior.

    *   Sense 2 fits best.

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

Context: Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some <t>strange</t> bird behavior. Duck swarms.

Senses:
1. definition=being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird | synonyms=unusual | examples=a strange exaltation that was indefinable; a strange fantastical mind
2. definition=not known before | synonyms=unknown | examples=used many strange words; saw many strange faces in the crowd
3. definition=relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world | synonyms=foreign | examples=foreign nations; a foreign accent

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some <t>strange</t> bird behavior. Duck swarms."
    *   Target word: "strange"
    *   Senses:
        1.  Out of the ordinary, unexpected, odd, weird (synonym: unusual).
        2.  Not known before (synonym: unknown).
        3.  Foreign, from another place (synonym: foreign).

    *   The author is describing a situation (possibly after an earthquake or some event, given the mention of the San Andreas Fault).
    *   They noticed "strange bird behavior" (specifically "Duck swarms").
    *   Bird behavior that involves "swarms" in a way that catches someone's attention is "unusual" or "out of the ordinary."

    *   Sense 1: "being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird" -> Fits perfectly. The behavior is unusual.
    *   Sense 2: "not known before" -> While the behavior might be new to the observer, the primary meaning here is that it's *odd* or *unusual*, not simply that they've never seen it before.
    *   Sense 3: "relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place" -> Doesn't fit. The birds aren't necessarily foreign; their *behavior* is what's strange.

    *   The correct sense is 1.


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

Context: Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange <t>bird</t> behavior. Duck swarms.

Senses:
1. definition=warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings
2. definition=the flesh of a bird or fowl (wild or domestic) used as food | synonyms=fowl
3. definition=informal terms for a (young) woman | synonyms=dame, doll, wench, skirt, chick
4. definition=a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt | synonyms=boo, hoot, Bronx cheer, hiss, raspberry, razzing
5. definition=badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers | synonyms=shuttlecock, birdie, shuttle

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange <t>bird</t> behavior. Duck swarms."
    *   Target word: "bird"
    *   Key clues: "strange bird behavior", "Duck swarms".

    *   Sense 1: warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings (Animals).
    *   Sense 2: the flesh of a bird or fowl used as food (Meat).
    *   Sense 3: informal terms for a (young) woman (Slang).
    *   Sense 4: a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt (Sound).
    *   Sense 5: badminton equipment (Shuttlecock).

    *   The context mentions "strange bird behavior" and immediately follows it with "Duck swarms".
    *   Ducks are birds (Sense 1).
    *   The behavior refers to the animals acting strangely.

    *   Sense 1 fits perfectly.


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

Context: Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird <t>behavior</t>. Duck swarms.

Senses:
1. definition=manner of acting or controlling yourself | synonyms=behaviour, conduct, doings
2. definition=the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances | synonyms=behaviour | examples=the behavior of small particles can be studied in experiments
3. definition=(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people | synonyms=demeanor, demeanour, behaviour, conduct, deportment
4. definition=(psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation | synonyms=behaviour

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Books and software everywhere. This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird <t>behavior</t>. Duck swarms."
    *   Target word: "behavior"
    *   Contextual clue: "strange bird behavior. Duck swarms."

    *   Sense 1: manner of acting or controlling yourself (usually refers to humans/social conduct).
    *   Sense 2: action or reaction of something (machine or substance) under specified circumstances (physical/chemical/mechanical).
    *   Sense 3: behavioral attributes, way a person behaves toward other people (demeanor).
    *   Sense 4: (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation.

    *   The context refers to "bird behavior" (specifically "duck swarms").
    *   Birds are organisms.
    *   "Strange bird behavior" refers to the way the birds are acting/reacting (swarming) in response to something (likely the earthquake mentioned: "astride the San Andreas Fault").
    *   Sense 1 and 3 are primarily human-centric (conduct, demeanor).
    *   Sense 2 is for non-living things (machines, substances).
    *   Sense 4 is the psychological/biological definition for organisms.

    *   Sense 4 fits best because it describes the responses/reactions of an organism (birds).


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

Context: This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. <t>Duck</t> swarms. 3:25 a.m.

Senses:
1. definition=small wild or domesticated web-footed broad-billed swimming bird usually having a depressed body and short legs
2. definition=(cricket) a score of nothing by a batsman | synonyms=duck's egg
3. definition=flesh of a duck (domestic or wild)
4. definition=a heavy cotton fabric of plain weave; used for clothing and tents

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. <t>Duck</t> swarms. 3:25 a.m."
    *   Target word: "Duck"
    *   Senses:
        1.  Small wild or domesticated web-footed broad-billed swimming bird...
        2.  (Cricket) a score of nothing...
        3.  Flesh of a duck...
        4.  A heavy cotton fabric...

    *   The sentence says: "...noticed some strange bird behavior. <t>Duck</t> swarms."
    *   The word "Duck" is directly linked to "bird behavior".
    *   "Duck swarms" refers to groups of ducks (the birds).

    *   Sense 1: Bird (Matches)
    *   Sense 2: Cricket score (Does not match)
    *   Sense 3: Meat (Does not match)
    *   Sense 4: Fabric (Does not match)

    *   The correct sense is 1.


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

Context: This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck <t>swarms</t>. 3:25 a.m.

Senses:
1. definition=a moving crowd | synonyms=drove, horde
2. definition=a group of many things in the air or on the ground | synonyms=cloud | examples=a swarm of insects obscured the light; clouds of blossoms

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "This being typed in a standing position. 1:20 a.m. DGAULT: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck <t>swarms</t>. 3:25 a.m."
    *   Target word: "swarms"
    *   Senses:
        1.  a moving crowd (synonyms: drove, horde)
        2.  a group of many things in the air or on the ground (synonyms: cloud; examples: a swarm of insects obscured the light; clouds of blossoms)

    *   The context describes "strange bird behavior" and mentions "Duck swarms."
    *   "Duck swarms" refers to a large group of ducks.

    *   Sense 1: "a moving crowd" (usually implies people or animals moving in a mass, often with a connotation of chaos or overwhelming numbers, like a "horde").
    *   Sense 2: "a group of many things in the air or on the ground" (specifically mentions insects or blossoms, often used for flying creatures or small objects).

    *   Birds (ducks) are animals that fly or gather in groups.
    *   "Swarms" in the context of birds/insects fits Sense 2 better ("a group of many things in the air or on the ground").
    *   Sense 1 ("moving crowd", "horde") is more typically used for people or land animals moving in a specific direction or in a threatening/overwhelming way.
    *   Looking at the synonyms: "cloud" (Sense 2) is very common for birds/insects. "Drove" or "horde" (Sense 1) is less common for ducks.

    *   Sense 1: Moving crowd/horde.
    *   Sense 2: Group of many things in the air or on the ground (cloud).
    *   "Duck swarms" = a large group of ducks. This aligns perfectly with Sense 2.


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

Context: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms. 3:25 a.m. SAMURAI: I just <t>felt</t> another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb.

Senses:
1. definition=undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind | synonyms=experience | examples=She felt resentful; He felt regret
2. definition=come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=find | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious
3. definition=perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles | synonyms=sense | examples=He felt the wind; She felt an object brushing her arm
4. definition=be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state | examples=My cold is gone--I feel fine today; She felt tired after the long hike
5. definition=have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude | examples=She felt small and insignificant; You make me feel naked
6. definition=undergo passive experience of: | examples=We felt the effects of inflation; her fingers felt their way through the string quartet
7. definition=be felt or perceived in a certain way | examples=The ground feels shaky; The sheets feel soft
8. definition=grope or feel in search of something | examples=He felt for his wallet
9. definition=examine by touch | synonyms=finger | examples=Feel this soft cloth!; The customer fingered the sweater
10. definition=examine (a body part) by palpation | synonyms=palpate | examples=The nurse palpated the patient's stomach; The runner felt her pulse
11. definition=find by testing or cautious exploration | examples=He felt his way around the dark room
12. definition=produce a certain impression | examples=It feels nice to be home again
13. definition=pass one's hands over the sexual organs of | examples=He felt the girl in the movie theater

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms. 3:25 a.m. SAMURAI: I just <t>felt</t> another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb."
    *   Target word: "felt" (past tense of "feel").
    *   Usage: "I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago."

    *   Sense 1: Emotional sensation/state of mind (e.g., resentful). -> No.
    *   Sense 2: Believe based on emotion/intuition (e.g., I feel he doesn't like me). -> No.
    *   Sense 3: Perceive by physical sensation (skin/muscles) (e.g., felt the wind). -> Yes, an aftershock is a physical vibration perceived by the body.
    *   Sense 4: Conscious of a state (e.g., feel fine, feel tired). -> No.
    *   Sense 5: Perception of oneself in reaction to others (e.g., felt small). -> No.
    *   Sense 6: Undergo passive experience (e.g., felt the effects of inflation). -> This is close, but "aftershock" is a physical sensation.
    *   Sense 7: Be felt or perceived in a certain way (e.g., ground feels shaky). -> This is the *object* feeling a certain way, not the *subject* perceiving it.
    *   Sense 8: Grope/search (e.g., felt for wallet). -> No.
    *   Sense 9: Examine by touch (e.g., feel this cloth). -> No.
    *   Sense 10: Palpate (e.g., felt her pulse). -> No.
    *   Sense 11: Find by testing/exploration (e.g., felt his way around). -> No.
    *   Sense 12: Produce an impression (e.g., feels nice to be home). -> No.
    *   Sense 13: Sexual organs. -> No.

    *   The speaker is talking about an aftershock (earthquake).
    *   "I just felt another aftershock" means the speaker physically sensed the vibration of the earth.
    *   Sense 3: "perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles | synonyms=sense | examples=He felt the wind; She felt an object brushing her arm".
    *   This matches perfectly.

    *   Sense 6 ("undergo passive experience of") is more abstract (inflation) or tactile exploration (fingers felt their way).
    *   Sense 3 is specifically about perceiving a physical sensation. An earthquake/aftershock is a physical sensation.


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

Context: Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms. 3:25 a.m. SAMURAI: I just felt another aftershock a few <t>seconds</t> ago. I'm just numb.

Senses:
1. definition=1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites | synonyms=sec, s
2. definition=an indefinitely short time | synonyms=moment, mo, minute, bit | examples=wait just a moment; in a mo
3. definition=the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the second of the bases in the infield | synonyms=second base
4. definition=a particular point in time | synonyms=moment, minute, instant | examples=the moment he arrived the party began
5. definition=following the first in an ordering or series | examples=he came in a close second
6. definition=a 60th part of a minute of arc | synonyms=arcsecond | examples=the treasure is 2 minutes and 45 seconds south of here
7. definition=the official attendant of a contestant in a duel or boxing match
8. definition=a speech seconding a motion | synonyms=secondment, endorsement, indorsement | examples=do I hear a second?
9. definition=the gear that has the second lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle | synonyms=second gear | examples=he had to shift down into second to make the hill
10. definition=merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name | synonyms=irregular

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Bolinas -- astride the San Andreas Fault. Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms. 3:25 a.m. SAMURAI: I just felt another aftershock a few <t>seconds</t> ago. I'm just numb."
    *   Target word: "seconds" (plural of "second").
    *   Usage: "...a few seconds ago."

    *   Sense 1: 1/60 of a minute (unit of time).
    *   Sense 2: An indefinitely short time (moment).
    *   Sense 3: Baseball position (second base).
    *   Sense 4: A particular point in time (moment, instant).
    *   Sense 5: Following the first (ordering).
    *   Sense 6: 60th part of a minute of arc (arcsecond).
    *   Sense 7: Attendant in a duel/boxing match.
    *   Sense 8: Speech seconding a motion.
    *   Sense 9: Second gear in a vehicle.
    *   Sense 10: Imperfect merchandise.

    *   The phrase "a few seconds ago" refers to a duration of time measured in the basic unit of time (1/60 of a minute).
    *   While "a few seconds" can sometimes be used figuratively to mean "a very short time" (Sense 2), in the context of an aftershock (a physical event often timed precisely), it most naturally refers to the standard unit of time.
    *   Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 2:
        *   Sense 1: 1/60 of a minute.
        *   Sense 2: An indefinitely short time.
    *   "A few seconds ago" typically refers to the actual unit of time (Sense 1). If it were "Wait a second," it might be Sense 2. Here, "a few seconds" implies a count of the unit.

    *   Sense 1 is the most accurate fit for "a few seconds ago."


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

Context: Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms. 3:25 a.m. SAMURAI: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just <t>numb</t>. 3:25 a.m.

Senses:
1. definition=lacking sensation | synonyms=asleep, benumbed | examples=my foot is asleep; numb with cold
2. definition=(followed by `to') not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive | synonyms=dead | examples=passersby were dead to our plea for help; numb to the cries for mercy
3. definition=so frightened as to be unable to move; stunned or paralyzed with terror; petrified | examples=too numb with fear to move

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Didn't feel a thing, but noticed some strange bird behavior. Duck swarms. 3:25 a.m. SAMURAI: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just <t>numb</t>. 3:25 a.m."
    *   Target word: "numb"
    *   Senses:
        1.  Lacking physical sensation (e.g., foot asleep, cold).
        2.  Unresponsive/not showing human feeling (often followed by 'to').
        3.  Stunned/paralyzed with terror/fear.

    *   The speaker (SAMURAI) is experiencing aftershocks (likely from an earthquake).
    *   They say, "I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb."
    *   In the context of a disaster or repeated shocks, "numb" usually refers to an emotional state of shock or being overwhelmed, where one stops reacting emotionally to the trauma.

    *   Sense 1: Physical sensation. (Unlikely, unless they are physically injured, but the context suggests a reaction to the event).
    *   Sense 2: Not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive. (This fits the emotional state of shock/detachment often felt during trauma).
    *   Sense 3: Paralyzed with terror. (While they might be scared, "numb" in this specific phrasing "I'm just numb" usually implies the emotional void/detachment of shock rather than the physical paralysis of terror).

    *   Sense 2 is defined as "not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive." This aligns with the psychological state of emotional numbness following a traumatic event (like repeated aftershocks).
    *   Wait, let me re-evaluate Sense 1. Could it be physical? "Didn't feel a thing" is mentioned at the start, but that seems to be a different person or a different observation. SAMURAI says "I just felt another aftershock... I'm just numb."
    *   Actually, looking at the senses provided:
        1. Lacking sensation (physical).
        2. Unresponsive/not showing feeling (emotional).
        3. Petrified with fear.
    *   In the context of a disaster, "I'm just numb" almost always means emotional shock/detachment.

    *   Sense 2: "not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive".
    *   Example: "numb to the cries for mercy".
    *   While the example is "numb to", the definition "unresponsive" fits the state of shock.

    *   Is it Sense 3? "so frightened as to be unable to move". The speaker is texting/communicating, so they aren't physically paralyzed.
    *   Is it Sense 1? "lacking sensation". Unlikely to be physical numbness unless they are in shock-induced physical numbness, but usually, "I'm just numb" in this context is emotional.

    *   Sense 2 is the best fit for emotional numbness/shock.


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

Context: SAMURAI: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas <t>seems</t> to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op.

Senses:
1. definition=give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect | synonyms=look, appear | examples=She seems to be sleeping; This appears to be a very difficult problem
2. definition=seem to be true, probable, or apparent | synonyms=appear | examples=It seems that he is very gifted; It appears that the weather in California is very bad
3. definition=appear to exist | examples=There seems no reason to go ahead with the project now
4. definition=appear to one's own mind or opinion | examples=I seem to be misunderstood by everyone; I can't seem to learn these Chinese characters

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Downtown Bolinas <t>seems</t> to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors..."
    *   Target word: "seems"

    *   Sense 1: give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect (look, appear). Example: "She seems to be sleeping."
    *   Sense 2: seem to be true, probable, or apparent. Example: "It seems that he is very gifted."
    *   Sense 3: appear to exist. Example: "There seems no reason..."
    *   Sense 4: appear to one's own mind or opinion. Example: "I can't seem to learn..."

    *   The speaker (MACPOST) is making an observation about the state of Downtown Bolinas based on available information (no power, minimal phones, mess in stores).
    *   "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off" means it *appears* to be the worst off based on the evidence.
    *   Is it Sense 1 (outward aspect/look)? While it's based on what is seen/known, it's more about the *conclusion* that it's the worst off, rather than just a visual impression of a single person/thing (like "she seems to be sleeping").
    *   Is it Sense 2 (seem to be true, probable, or apparent)? Yes. The speaker is stating that it *appears to be true* that Downtown Bolinas is the worst off.
    *   Is it Sense 3 (appear to exist)? No. It's not "There seems to be a part of town..."
    *   Is it Sense 4 (one's own mind/opinion)? No. This is an observation about an external state, not a personal struggle or internal perception of self.

    *   Sense 1 is often used for a specific quality or state of a subject ("He seems tired").
    *   Sense 2 is often used for a general situation or a proposition ("It seems that...").
    *   In "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off," the subject is "Downtown Bolinas."
    *   Comparing "She seems to be sleeping" (Sense 1) and "It seems that he is very gifted" (Sense 2).
    *   Wait, "Downtown Bolinas seems to be..." follows the structure of Sense 1 ("She seems to be...").
    *   However, "worst off" is a conclusion based on evidence (no power, etc.), making it "apparent" or "probable" (Sense 2).
    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 2: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent".
    *   If I say "The house seems empty," is that Sense 1 (outward aspect) or Sense 2 (probable)? Usually Sense 1.
    *   If I say "It seems that the house is empty," that's Sense 2.
    *   The sentence is "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off."
    *   This is an assessment of a situation. "Worst off" isn't an "outward aspect" in the same way "sleeping" or "tired" is; it's a conclusion drawn from several facts.
    *   Therefore, it fits "seem to be true, probable, or apparent" better.

    *   Sense 1: "She seems to be sleeping" (Observation of state).
    *   Sense 2: "It seems that he is very gifted" (Conclusion based on evidence).
    *   "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off" (Conclusion based on evidence: no power, minimal phones, etc.).

    *   Wait, looking at the examples again:
        Sense 1: "This appears to be a very difficult problem."
        Sense 2: "It appears that the weather in California is very bad."
    *   "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off" is structurally identical to "This appears to be a very difficult problem."
    *   In "This appears to be a very difficult problem," the "problem" is the subject.
    *   In "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off," "Downtown Bolinas" is the subject.
    *   Both are making a judgment/assessment based on evidence.
    *   If "This appears to be a very difficult problem" is Sense 1, then "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off" is likely Sense 1.

    *   Sense 1: "give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect"
    *   Sense 2: "seem to be true, probable, or apparent"
    *   Is "being the part of town that's worst off" an "outward aspect"? Not really. It's a conclusion.
    *   Is it "true, probable, or apparent"? Yes.
    *   But the example "This appears to be a very difficult problem" is listed under Sense 1. A "difficult problem" is also a conclusion/assessment, not necessarily an "outward aspect" (you can't *see* difficulty).
    *   If "This appears to be a very difficult problem" is Sense 1, then the distinction between 1 and 2 might be the grammatical structure (Subject + seem + to be vs. It seems that...).
    *   Sense 1: [Subject] seems to be [Attribute].
    *   Sense 2: It seems that [Clause].
    *   Let's check the examples again.
        Sense 1: "She seems to be sleeping"; "This appears to be a very difficult problem."
        Sense 2: "It seems that he is very gifted"; "It appears that the weather in California is very bad."
    *   The context sentence is: "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off."
    *   This matches the structure of Sense 1 perfectly.

    *   Context: "Downtown Bolinas seems to be..."
    *   Sense 1 Example: "This appears to be a very difficult problem."
    *   Sense 2 Example: "It seems that he is very gifted."
    *   The structure matches Sense 1.


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

Context: SAMURAI: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the <t>part</t> of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op.

Senses:
1. definition=something determined in relation to something that includes it | synonyms=portion, component part, component, constituent | examples=he wanted to feel a part of something bigger than himself; I read a portion of the manuscript
2. definition=something less than the whole of a human artifact | synonyms=portion | examples=the rear part of the house; glue the two parts together
3. definition=a portion of a natural object | synonyms=piece | examples=they analyzed the river into three parts; he needed a piece of granite
4. definition=that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation | examples=it requires vigilance on our part; they resisted every effort on his part
5. definition=the extended spatial location of something | synonyms=region | examples=the farming regions of France; religions in all parts of the world
6. definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | synonyms=function, office, role | examples=the function of a teacher; the government must do its part
7. definition=an actor's portrayal of someone in a play | synonyms=character, role, theatrical role, persona | examples=she played the part of Desdemona
8. definition=assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group | synonyms=share, portion, percentage | examples=he wanted his share in cash
9. definition=one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole | synonyms=section, division | examples=the written part of the exam; the finance section of the company
10. definition=a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions | synonyms=parting | examples=his part was right in the middle
11. definition=the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music | synonyms=voice | examples=he tried to sing the tenor part
12. definition=the part played by a person in bringing about a result | synonyms=contribution, share | examples=I am proud of my contribution in advancing the project; they all did their share of the work

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the <t>part</t> of town that's worst off."
    *   Target word: "part"
    *   Meaning in context: A specific area or region of the town.

    *   Sense 1: something determined in relation to something that includes it (portion, component).
    *   Sense 2: something less than the whole of a human artifact (portion, e.g., rear part of the house).
    *   Sense 3: a portion of a natural object (piece).
    *   Sense 4: concerns a person regarding a role/situation (on our part).
    *   Sense 5: the extended spatial location of something (region, e.g., farming regions of France, all parts of the world).
    *   Sense 6: actions/activities assigned to a person (function, role).
    *   Sense 7: actor's portrayal (character).
    *   Sense 8: assets/share (percentage).
    *   Sense 9: one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided (section, division, e.g., written part of the exam).
    *   Sense 10: line of scalp (parting).
    *   Sense 11: melody in polyphonic music (voice).
    *   Sense 12: part played in bringing about a result (contribution).

    *   The context "part of town" refers to a spatial area or region.
    *   Sense 5 specifically mentions "the extended spatial location of something" and gives the synonym "region" and examples like "farming regions of France" and "all parts of the world."
    *   Sense 2 refers to human artifacts (like a house), but a town is more of a spatial region than a single artifact.
    *   Sense 9 refers to divisions (like a section of an exam).

    *   "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town..."
    *   This describes a geographical area/region.
    *   Sense 5: "the extended spatial location of something | synonyms=region | examples=the farming regions of France; religions in all parts of the world". This fits perfectly.


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

Context: SAMURAI: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of <t>town</t> that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op.

Senses:
1. definition=an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city | examples=they drive through town on their way to work
2. definition=the people living in a municipality smaller than a city | synonyms=townspeople, townsfolk | examples=the whole town cheered the team
3. definition=an administrative division of a county | synonyms=township | examples=the town is responsible for snow removal
4. definition=United States architect who was noted for his design and construction of truss bridges (1784-1844) | synonyms=Ithiel Town

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of <t>town</t> that's worst off."
    *   Target word: "town"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  An urban area with a fixed boundary smaller than a city.
        2.  The people living in a municipality smaller than a city.
        3.  An administrative division of a county (township).
        4.  Ithiel Town (architect).

    *   The sentence says "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off."
    *   "Downtown Bolinas" refers to a specific area within Bolinas.
    *   "the part of town" refers to a geographical area/location.

    *   Sense 1: "an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city" -> Fits perfectly. "The part of town" refers to a section of the urban/settled area.
    *   Sense 2: "the people living in a municipality" -> Doesn't fit. You wouldn't say "the part of the people that's worst off" in this context (referring to power outages and messes in stores).
    *   Sense 3: "an administrative division of a county" -> While Bolinas might be in a township, the context "Downtown Bolinas... part of town" refers to the physical area, not the administrative entity.
    *   Sense 4: "Ithiel Town" -> Definitely not a person.

    *   The word "town" refers to the physical settlement/urban area of Bolinas. This matches Sense 1.


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

Context: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal <t>phones</t>, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk.

Senses:
1. definition=electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds | synonyms=telephone, telephone set | examples=I talked to him on the telephone
2. definition=(phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language | synonyms=speech sound, sound
3. definition=electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear | synonyms=earphone, earpiece, headphone | examples=it was not the typing but the earphones that she disliked

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal <t>phones</t>, and a mess of mayonnaise..."
    *   Target word: "phones"
    *   Senses:
        1.  Electronic equipment for transmitting sound over distances (telephone).
        2.  Phonetics: individual sound unit of speech.
        3.  Electro-acoustic transducer for converting signals into sound (earphone/headphone).

    *   The context describes a disaster scenario (aftershock, no power, mess in stores).
    *   "No power, minimal phones" suggests a lack of communication infrastructure.
    *   In this context, "phones" refers to telephones (the means of communication), not phonetic sounds or headphones.

    *   Sense 1: Telephone (matches).
    *   Sense 2: Phonetics (does not match).
    *   Sense 3: Headphones (does not match).


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

Context: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a <t>mess</t> of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk.

Senses:
1. definition=a state of confusion and disorderliness | synonyms=messiness, muss, mussiness | examples=the house was a mess; she smoothed the mussiness of the bed
2. definition=informal terms for a difficult situation | synonyms=fix, hole, jam, muddle, pickle, kettle of fish | examples=he got into a terrible fix; he made a muddle of his marriage
3. definition=soft semiliquid food | examples=a mess of porridge
4. definition=a meal eaten in a mess hall by service personnel
5. definition=a (large) military dining room where service personnel eat or relax | synonyms=mess hall
6. definition=(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | synonyms=batch, deal, flock, good deal, great deal, hatful | examples=a batch of letters; a deal of trouble

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a <t>mess</t> of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors..."
    *   Target word: "mess"
    *   Surrounding words: "mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors"

    *   Sense 1: a state of confusion and disorderliness (e.g., "the house was a mess").
    *   Sense 2: a difficult situation (e.g., "he got into a terrible fix").
    *   Sense 3: soft semiliquid food (e.g., "a mess of porridge").
    *   Sense 4: a meal eaten in a mess hall.
    *   Sense 5: a military dining room.
    *   Sense 6: (often followed by 'of') a large number or amount or extent (e.g., "a batch of letters").

    *   The phrase is "a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else".
    *   Does it mean a state of disorder (Sense 1)? While the scene is disorderly, "a mess of [items]" usually refers to the quantity or the mixture of those items.
    *   Does it mean a difficult situation (Sense 2)? No.
    *   Does it mean soft semiliquid food (Sense 3)? Mayonnaise is semiliquid, but wine is not, and "everything else" suggests a variety of things.
    *   Does it mean a military meal (Sense 4) or room (Sense 5)? No.
    *   Does it mean a large amount or extent (Sense 6)? "A mess of [something]" is a colloquial way to say "a lot of [something]" or "a jumble/amount of [something]".

    *   Sense 1 describes the *state* of the room ("the room was a mess").
    *   Sense 6 describes the *amount* of things ("a mess of mayonnaise...").
    *   Looking at the phrasing "a mess of [X, Y, and Z]", it fits the pattern of Sense 6 ("a large number or amount or extent").

    *   Wait, let me re-evaluate Sense 1 vs Sense 6.
    *   Sense 1: "a state of confusion and disorderliness".
    *   Sense 6: "a large number or amount or extent".
    *   In "a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors", is it describing the *amount* of the spill or the *disorder* caused by the spill?
    *   Usually, "a mess of [something]" in this context means a quantity of something spilled or scattered.
    *   Example for Sense 6: "a batch of letters", "a deal of trouble".
    *   Example for Sense 1: "the house was a mess".
    *   If the sentence was "The floor was a mess", it would be Sense 1.
    *   Since it is "a mess of [items]", it's describing the collection/amount of those items.

    *   Sense 6: (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent.
    *   "a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else" -> a large amount of these things.

    *   Sense 1: "the house was a mess" (Predicate adjective/noun describing state).
    *   Sense 6: "a mess of..." (Quantifier).
    *   The context uses "a mess of...", which matches the structure of Sense 6.


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

Context: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, <t>wine</t>, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk.

Senses:
1. definition=fermented juice (of grapes especially) | synonyms=vino
2. definition=a red as dark as red wine | synonyms=wine-colored, wine-coloured

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A description of the aftermath of an earthquake (aftershocks, no power, mess on the floors of a general store and co-op).
    *   Target word: "wine" (marked with `<t></t>`).
    *   Sentence: "No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, <t>wine</t>, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op."

    *   Sense 1: "fermented juice (of grapes especially)" (the beverage).
    *   Sense 2: "a red as dark as red wine" (the color).

    *   The context describes a "mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors".
    *   Mayonnaise is a food/condiment (a substance).
    *   "Everything else" suggests other items/products from the store.
    *   In this list, "wine" refers to the beverage (the liquid substance) that spilled on the floor, not a color.

    *   Sense 1 matches the context.


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

Context: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the <t>floors</t> of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk.

Senses:
1. definition=the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure) | synonyms=flooring | examples=they needed rugs to cover the bare floors; we spread our sleeping bags on the dry floor of the tent
2. definition=a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale | synonyms=level, storey, story | examples=what level is the office on?
3. definition=a lower limit | synonyms=base | examples=the government established a wage floor
4. definition=the ground on which people and animals move about | examples=the fire spared the forest floor
5. definition=the bottom surface of any lake or other body of water
6. definition=the lower inside surface of any hollow structure | examples=the floor of the pelvis; the floor of the cave
7. definition=the occupants of a floor | examples=the whole floor complained about the lack of heat
8. definition=the parliamentary right to address an assembly | examples=the chairman granted him the floor
9. definition=the legislative hall where members debate and vote and conduct other business | examples=there was a motion from the floor
10. definition=a large room in a exchange where the trading is done | synonyms=trading floor | examples=he is a floor trader

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the <t>floors</t> of the big old general store and the People's Co-op."
    *   Target word: "floors"

    *   Sense 1: Inside lower horizontal surface of a room/structure (e.g., flooring).
    *   Sense 2: A level/storey of a building.
    *   Sense 3: A lower limit (e.g., wage floor).
    *   Sense 4: The ground (e.g., forest floor).
    *   Sense 5: Bottom of a body of water.
    *   Sense 6: Lower inside surface of a hollow structure (e.g., pelvis, cave).
    *   Sense 7: Occupants of a floor.
    *   Sense 8: Right to address an assembly.
    *   Sense 9: Legislative hall.
    *   Sense 10: Trading floor of an exchange.

    *   The context mentions "mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store".
    *   This refers to the physical surface people walk on inside the store.
    *   This matches Sense 1: "the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)".

    *   Sense 1 is the correct fit.


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

Context: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the <t>big</t> old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk.

Senses:
1. definition=above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent | synonyms=large | examples=a large city; set out for the big city
2. definition=significant | examples=graduation was a big day in his life
3. definition=very intense | synonyms=bad | examples=a bad headache; in a big rage
4. definition=loud and firm | examples=a big voice; big bold piano sounds
5. definition=conspicuous in position or importance | synonyms=large, prominent | examples=a big figure in the movement; big man on campus
6. definition=prodigious | synonyms=heavy | examples=big spender; big eater
7. definition=exhibiting self-importance | synonyms=boastful, braggart, bragging, braggy, cock-a-hoop, crowing | examples=big talk
8. definition=feeling self-importance | synonyms=swelled, vainglorious | examples=too big for his britches; had a swelled head
9. definition=(of animals) fully developed | synonyms=adult, full-grown, fully grown, grown, grownup | examples=an adult animal; a grown woman
10. definition=marked by intense physical force | examples=a big wind
11. definition=generous and understanding and tolerant | synonyms=large, magnanimous | examples=a heart big enough to hold no grudges; that's very big of you to be so forgiving
12. definition=given or giving freely | synonyms=bighearted, bounteous, bountiful, freehanded, handsome, giving | examples=was a big tipper; the bounteous goodness of God
13. definition=in an advanced stage of pregnancy | synonyms=enceinte, expectant, gravid, great, large, heavy | examples=was big with child; was great with child

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...all over the floors of the <t>big</t> old general store and the People's Co-op."
    *   Target word: "big"
    *   Usage: Describing a "general store".

    *   Sense 1: above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent (large).
    *   Sense 2: significant (e.g., big day).
    *   Sense 3: very intense (e.g., big rage).
    *   Sense 4: loud and firm (e.g., big voice).
    *   Sense 5: conspicuous in position or importance (e.g., big figure).
    *   Sense 6: prodigious (e.g., big spender).
    *   Sense 7: exhibiting self-importance (e.g., big talk).
    *   Sense 8: feeling self-importance (e.g., too big for his britches).
    *   Sense 9: (of animals) fully developed (e.g., grown woman).
    *   Sense 10: marked by intense physical force (e.g., big wind).
    *   Sense 11: generous and understanding (e.g., big heart).
    *   Sense 12: given or giving freely (e.g., big tipper).
    *   Sense 13: in an advanced stage of pregnancy (e.g., big with child).

    *   The phrase is "the big old general store".
    *   In this context, "big" refers to the physical size of the store.
    *   This matches Sense 1: "above average in size... synonyms=large".

    *   Sense 1 is the only one that fits the physical description of a building.


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

Context: I just felt another aftershock a few seconds ago. I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big <t>old</t> general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk.

Senses:
1. definition=(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age | examples=his mother is very old; a ripe old age
2. definition=of long duration; not new | examples=old tradition; old house
3. definition=(used for emphasis) very familiar | examples=good old boy; same old story
4. definition=skilled through long experience | synonyms=older | examples=an old offender; the older soldiers
5. definition=belonging to some prior time | synonyms=erstwhile, former, onetime, quondam, sometime | examples=erstwhile friend; our former glory
6. definition=(used informally especially for emphasis) | synonyms=honest-to-god, honest-to-goodness, sure-enough | examples=a real honest-to-god live cowboy; had us a high old time
7. definition=of a very early stage in development | examples=Old English is also called Anglo Saxon; Old High German is High German from the middle of the 9th to the end of the 11th century
8. definition=just preceding something else in time or order | synonyms=previous | examples=the previous owner; my old house was larger

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...all over the floors of the big <t>old</t> general store and the People's Co-op."
    *   Target word: "old"
    *   Contextual meaning: The general store is described as "big old". This suggests the store has existed for a long time or is not new.

    *   Sense 1: (persons) lived for a long time. (Incorrect - it's a store)
    *   Sense 2: of long duration; not new. (Example: "old house"). (Fits well - a store is a building/entity that can be not new/of long duration).
    *   Sense 3: (emphasis) very familiar. (Example: "same old story"). (Doesn't fit the primary meaning here).
    *   Sense 4: skilled through long experience. (Incorrect - it's a store).
    *   Sense 5: belonging to some prior time (former). (Example: "erstwhile friend"). (Incorrect - the store still exists).
    *   Sense 6: (informal emphasis). (Example: "high old time"). (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 7: early stage in development. (Example: "Old English"). (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 8: just preceding something else (previous). (Example: "my old house was larger"). (Incorrect - it's not referring to a previous store, but the current one's age).

    *   The phrase "big old general store" describes the age/duration of the store.
    *   Sense 2 ("of long duration; not new") is the most accurate fit.


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The <t>quivers</t> move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=an almost pleasurable sensation of fright | synonyms=frisson, shiver, chill, shudder, thrill, tingle | examples=a frisson of surprise shot through him
2. definition=a shaky motion | synonyms=shaking, shakiness, trembling, quivering, vibration, palpitation | examples=the shaking of his fingers as he lit his pipe
3. definition=case for holding arrows
4. definition=the act of vibrating | synonyms=vibration, quivering

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The <t>quivers</t> move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals..."
    *   Context clues: "Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off," "No power," "mess of mayonnaise, wine... all over the floors," "move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals," "mouse... clearly pretty distressed."
    *   Interpretation: The context describes a disaster scenario (likely an earthquake or similar seismic event) where the ground/house is shaking.

    *   Sense 1: "an almost pleasurable sensation of fright" (frisson, shiver). -> Doesn't fit. The context is a disaster, not a pleasurable thrill.
    *   Sense 2: "a shaky motion" (shaking, shakiness, trembling, vibration). -> Fits. The house is experiencing shaky motions.
    *   Sense 3: "case for holding arrows". -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 4: "the act of vibrating" (vibration, quivering). -> This is very similar to Sense 2.

    *   Sense 2: "a shaky motion" (noun referring to the motion itself).
    *   Sense 4: "the act of vibrating" (noun referring to the process/act).
    *   In the sentence "The quivers move through my house," "quivers" is used as a plural noun referring to individual instances of shaking (shaky motions).
    *   Comparing "a shaky motion" (Sense 2) vs "the act of vibrating" (Sense 4).
    *   Usually, "the quivers" (plural) refers to the motions themselves.
    *   Let's look at the synonyms:
        *   Sense 2: shaking, shakiness, trembling, quivering, vibration, palpitation.
        *   Sense 4: vibration, quivering.
    *   Sense 2 is a broader and more common description for the physical sensation of shaking during an earthquake.

    *   "The quivers move through my house" -> The shaking motions move through the house.
    *   Sense 2: "a shaky motion".
    *   Sense 4: "the act of vibrating".
    *   If it were Sense 4, it would more likely be "The quivering moved through my house" or "The vibration moved through my house." "Quivers" as a plural noun strongly suggests "shaky motions."

    *   Sense 2 is the most appropriate fit for the plural noun "quivers" describing seismic activity.


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my <t>house</t> every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families | examples=he has a house on Cape Cod; she felt she had to get out of the house
2. definition=the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments | synonyms=firm, business firm | examples=he worked for a brokerage house
3. definition=the members of a religious community living together
4. definition=the audience gathered together in a theatre or cinema | examples=the house applauded; he counted the house
5. definition=an official assembly having legislative powers | examples=a bicameral legislature has two houses
6. definition=aristocratic family line | examples=the House of York
7. definition=play in which children take the roles of father or mother or children and pretend to interact like adults | examples=the children were playing house
8. definition=(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided | synonyms=sign of the zodiac, star sign, sign, mansion, planetary house
9. definition=the management of a gambling house or casino | examples=the house gets a percentage of every bet
10. definition=a social unit living together | synonyms=family, household, home, menage | examples=he moved his family to Virginia; It was a good Christian household
11. definition=a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented | synonyms=theater, theatre | examples=the house was full
12. definition=a building in which something is sheltered or located | examples=they had a large carriage house

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The quivers move through my <t>house</t> every few minutes at unpredictable intervals..."
    *   Surrounding details: "Downtown Bolinas", "No power", "minimal phones", "general store", "People's Co-op", "mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk".
    *   The speaker is describing their living situation during some kind of event (likely an earthquake, given "quivers").

    *   Sense 1: a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families.
    *   Sense 2: members of a business organization.
    *   Sense 3: members of a religious community.
    *   Sense 4: audience in a theatre.
    *   Sense 5: official assembly (legislative).
    *   Sense 6: aristocratic family line.
    *   Sense 7: children's game.
    *   Sense 8: astrology (zodiac).
    *   Sense 9: management of a gambling house.
    *   Sense 10: social unit living together (family/household).
    *   Sense 11: building for theatrical performances.
    *   Sense 12: building where something is sheltered or located (e.g., carriage house).

    *   The context mentions "my house", "my kitchen", and "under my desk".
    *   This clearly refers to the physical building where the person lives.
    *   Sense 1 ("a dwelling that serves as living quarters") fits perfectly.
    *   Sense 10 ("a social unit living together") refers to the people/family, not the physical structure that "quivers".
    *   Sense 12 ("a building in which something is sheltered") is too general or specific to non-residential uses (like a carriage house).

    *   The word "house" in "The quivers move through my house" refers to the physical dwelling.
    *   Sense 1 is the correct definition.


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few <t>minutes</t> at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour | synonyms=min | examples=he ran a 4 minute mile
2. definition=an indefinitely short time | synonyms=moment, mo, second, bit | examples=wait just a moment; in a mo
3. definition=a particular point in time | synonyms=moment, second, instant | examples=the moment he arrived the party began
4. definition=a unit of angular distance equal to a 60th of a degree | synonyms=arcminute, minute of arc
5. definition=a short note | examples=the secretary keeps the minutes of the meeting
6. definition=distance measured by the time taken to cover it | synonyms=hour | examples=we live an hour from the airport; its just 10 minutes away

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The quivers move through my house every few <t>minutes</t> at unpredictable intervals..."
    *   Target word: "minutes"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Unit of time (60 seconds).
        2.  Indefinitely short time (moment).
        3.  Particular point in time (instant).
        4.  Angular distance (arcminute).
        5.  Short note (meeting minutes).
        6.  Distance measured by time.

    *   The phrase is "every few minutes".
    *   This refers to a recurring interval of time.
    *   "Minutes" here refers to the standard unit of time (60 seconds).

    *   Sense 1: "a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour". This fits perfectly.
    *   Sense 2: "an indefinitely short time". "Every few moments" might work, but "minutes" as a plural unit usually refers to the specific measurement.
    *   Sense 3: "a particular point in time". Not applicable here.
    *   Sense 4: "angular distance". Not applicable.
    *   Sense 5: "short note". Not applicable.
    *   Sense 6: "distance measured by time". Not applicable.

    *   The context "every few minutes" clearly refers to the unit of time.


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at <t>unpredictable</t> intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=not capable of being foretold
2. definition=unknown in advance | examples=an unpredictable (or indeterminable) future
3. definition=not occurring at expected times | synonyms=irregular

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The quivers move through my house every few minutes at <t>unpredictable</t> intervals..."
    *   Target word: "unpredictable"
    *   Senses:
        1.  not capable of being foretold
        2.  unknown in advance
        3.  not occurring at expected times (synonym: irregular)

    *   The word "unpredictable" modifies "intervals".
    *   "Intervals" refers to the time between the "quivers" (earthquakes/tremors).
    *   If intervals are unpredictable, it means they don't happen at a regular, expected pace. They are irregular.

    *   Sense 1: "not capable of being foretold" - This is a general definition. While true, is there a more specific one?
    *   Sense 2: "unknown in advance" - Similar to Sense 1, often used for the future.
    *   Sense 3: "not occurring at expected times | synonyms=irregular" - This fits perfectly with "intervals". Irregular intervals are those that don't occur at expected times.

    *   "Unpredictable intervals" $\approx$ "Irregular intervals".
    *   Sense 3 specifically mentions "not occurring at expected times" and "irregular".

    *   Sense 1 is very broad.
    *   Sense 2 is about the future/indeterminable.
    *   Sense 3 is specifically about timing/regularity.

    The context describes the timing of events (quivers). Sense 3 is the most precise fit.


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable <t>intervals</t>, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=a definite length of time marked off by two instants | synonyms=time interval
2. definition=a set containing all points (or all real numbers) between two given endpoints
3. definition=the distance between things | synonyms=separation | examples=fragile items require separation and cushioning
4. definition=the difference in pitch between two notes | synonyms=musical interval

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable <t>intervals</t>..."
    *   Target word: "intervals"
    *   Meaning in context: The time elapsed between the occurrences of the quivers.

    *   Sense 1: "a definite length of time marked off by two instants | synonyms=time interval"
    *   Sense 2: "a set containing all points (or all real numbers) between two given endpoints" (Mathematical definition)
    *   Sense 3: "the distance between things | synonyms=separation" (Physical space)
    *   Sense 4: "the difference in pitch between two notes | synonyms=musical interval" (Music)

    *   The context refers to "every few minutes," which clearly indicates time.
    *   Sense 1 specifically refers to a length of time.


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the <t>mouse</t> that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=any of numerous small rodents typically resembling diminutive rats having pointed snouts and small ears on elongated bodies with slender usually hairless tails
2. definition=a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye | synonyms=shiner, black eye
3. definition=person who is quiet or timid
4. definition=a hand-operated electronic device that controls the coordinates of a cursor on your computer screen as you move it around on a pad; on the bottom of the device is a ball that rolls on the surface of the pad | synonyms=computer mouse | examples=a mouse takes much more room than a trackball

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the <t>mouse</t> that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed."
    *   Target word: "mouse"

    *   Sense 1: Small rodent (animal).
    *   Sense 2: Swollen bruise (black eye).
    *   Sense 3: Quiet or timid person.
    *   Sense 4: Computer device.

    *   "living in my kitchen" -> Animals live in kitchens; computer mice don't "live" there in a biological sense.
    *   "taken refuge under my desk" -> Animals seek shelter.
    *   "runs out frantically" -> Animals run.
    *   "clearly pretty distressed" -> Animals feel distress.

    *   The context clearly describes a small animal (rodent).
    *   This matches Sense 1.


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been <t>living</t> in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of | synonyms=populate, dwell, inhabit | examples=People lived in Africa millions of years ago; The people inhabited the islands that are now deserted
2. definition=lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style | examples=we had to live frugally after the war
3. definition=continue to live through hardship or adversity | synonyms=survive, last, live on, go, endure, hold up | examples=We went without water and food for 3 days; These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America
4. definition=support oneself | synonyms=exist, survive, subsist | examples=he could barely exist on such a low wage; Can you live on $2000 a month in New York City?
5. definition=have life, be alive | synonyms=be | examples=Our great leader is no more; My grandfather lived until the end of war
6. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | synonyms=know, experience | examples=I know the feeling!; have you ever known hunger?
7. definition=pursue a positive and satisfying existence | examples=You must accept yourself and others if you really want to live

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...and the mouse that's been <t>living</t> in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk."
    *   Target word: "living" (from "live").
    *   Meaning in context: The mouse resides or dwells in the kitchen.

    *   Sense 1: inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of (synonyms: populate, dwell, inhabit). Example: "People lived in Africa millions of years ago."
    *   Sense 2: lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style. Example: "live frugally."
    *   Sense 3: continue to live through hardship or adversity (synonyms: survive, last). Example: "superstitions survive."
    *   Sense 4: support oneself (synonyms: exist, survive, subsist). Example: "live on $2000 a month."
    *   Sense 5: have life, be alive. Example: "lived until the end of war."
    *   Sense 6: have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations. Example: "known hunger."
    *   Sense 7: pursue a positive and satisfying existence. Example: "really want to live."

    *   The mouse "living in my kitchen" means the mouse inhabits the kitchen.
    *   This matches Sense 1 perfectly ("inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of").


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has <t>taken</t> refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=carry out | examples=take action; take steps
2. definition=require (time or space) | synonyms=occupy, use up | examples=It took three hours to get to work this morning; This event occupied a very short time
3. definition=take somebody somewhere | synonyms=lead, direct, conduct, guide | examples=We lead him to our chief; can you take me to the main entrance?
4. definition=get into one's hands, take physically | synonyms=get hold of | examples=Take a cookie!; Can you take this bag, please
5. definition=take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect | synonyms=assume, acquire, adopt, take on | examples=His voice took on a sad tone; The story took a new turn
6. definition=interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression | synonyms=read | examples=I read this address as a satire; How should I take this message?
7. definition=take something or somebody with oneself somewhere | synonyms=bring, convey | examples=Bring me the box from the other room; Take these letters to the boss
8. definition=take into one's possession | examples=We are taking an orphan from Romania; I'll take three salmon steaks
9. definition=travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route | examples=He takes the bus to work; She takes Route 1 to Newark
10. definition=pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives | synonyms=choose, select, pick out | examples=Take any one of these cards; Choose a good husband for your daughter
11. definition=receive willingly something given or offered | synonyms=accept, have | examples=The only girl who would have him was the miller's daughter; I won't have this dog in my house!
12. definition=assume, as of positions or roles | synonyms=fill, occupy | examples=She took the job as director of development; he occupies the position of manager
13. definition=take into consideration for exemplifying purposes | synonyms=consider, deal, look at | examples=Take the case of China; Consider the following case
14. definition=require as useful, just, or proper | synonyms=necessitate, ask, postulate, need, require, involve | examples=It takes nerve to do what she did; success usually requires hard work
15. definition=experience or feel or submit to | examples=Take a test; Take the plunge
16. definition=make a film or photograph of something | synonyms=film, shoot | examples=take a scene; shoot a movie
17. definition=remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract | synonyms=remove, take away, withdraw | examples=remove a threat; remove a wrapper
18. definition=serve oneself to, or consume regularly | synonyms=consume, ingest, take in, have | examples=Have another bowl of chicken soup!; I don't take sugar in my coffee
19. definition=accept or undergo, often unwillingly | synonyms=submit | examples=We took a pay cut
20. definition=make use of or accept for some purpose | synonyms=accept | examples=take a risk; take an opportunity
21. definition=take by force | examples=Hitler took the Baltic Republics; The army took the fort on the hill
22. definition=occupy or take on | synonyms=assume, strike, take up | examples=He assumes the lotus position; She took her seat on the stage
23. definition=admit into a group or community | synonyms=accept, admit, take on | examples=accept students for graduate study; We'll have to vote on whether or not to admit a new member
24. definition=ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial | examples=take a pulse; A reading was taken of the earth's tremors
25. definition=be a student of a certain subject | synonyms=learn, study, read | examples=She is reading for the bar exam
26. definition=take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs | synonyms=claim, exact | examples=the accident claimed three lives; The hard work took its toll on her
27. definition=head into a specified direction | synonyms=make | examples=The escaped convict took to the hills; We made for the mountains
28. definition=point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards | synonyms=aim, train, take aim, direct | examples=Please don't aim at your little brother!; He trained his gun on the burglar
29. definition=be seized or affected in a specified way | examples=take sick; be taken drunk
30. definition=have with oneself; have on one's person | synonyms=carry, pack | examples=She always takes an umbrella; I always carry money
31. definition=engage for service under a term of contract | synonyms=lease, rent, hire, charter, engage | examples=We took an apartment on a quiet street; Let's rent a car
32. definition=receive or obtain regularly | synonyms=subscribe, subscribe to | examples=We take the Times every day
33. definition=buy, select | examples=I'll take a pound of that sausage
34. definition=to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort | examples=take shelter from the storm
35. definition=have sex with; archaic use | synonyms=have | examples=He had taken this woman when she was most vulnerable
36. definition=lay claim to; as of an idea | synonyms=claim | examples=She took credit for the whole idea
37. definition=be designed to hold or take | synonyms=accept | examples=This surface will not take the dye
38. definition=be capable of holding or containing | synonyms=contain, hold | examples=This box won't take all the items; The flask holds one gallon
39. definition=develop a habit | examples=He took to visiting bars
40. definition=proceed along in a vehicle | synonyms=drive | examples=We drive the turnpike to work
41. definition=obtain by winning | examples=Winner takes all; He took first prize
42. definition=be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness | synonyms=contract, get | examples=He got AIDS; She came down with pneumonia

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has <t>taken</t> refuge under my desk."
    *   Target word: "taken" (from "take").
    *   Phrase: "taken refuge".

    *   1: carry out (take action) - No.
    *   2: require time/space (took three hours) - No.
    *   3: take somebody somewhere (lead/guide) - No.
    *   4: get into one's hands (take a cookie) - No.
    *   5: take on a form/attribute (voice took on a sad tone) - No.
    *   6: interpret (how should I take this?) - No.
    *   7: take something with oneself (bring) - No.
    *   8: take into possession (taking an orphan) - No.
    *   9: travel by means of (take the bus) - No.
    *   10: pick out/select (take any one of these cards) - No.
    *   11: receive willingly (accept) - No.
    *   12: assume position/role (took the job) - No.
    *   13: take into consideration (take the case of China) - No.
    *   14: require as useful/proper (takes nerve) - No.
    *   15: experience/feel/submit to (take a test) - No.
    *   16: make a film/photo (take a scene) - No.
    *   17: remove (remove a threat) - No.
    *   18: consume (take sugar) - No.
    *   19: accept/undergo unwillingly (took a pay cut) - No.
    *   20: make use of/accept for purpose (take a risk) - No.
    *   21: take by force (took the Baltic Republics) - No.
    *   22: occupy or take on (assume lotus position) - No.
    *   23: admit into a group (accept students) - No.
    *   24: ascertain/determine by measuring (take a pulse) - No.
    *   25: be a student of (reading for the bar) - No.
    *   26: undesirable consequence (took its toll) - No.
    *   27: head into a direction (took to the hills) - No.
    *   28: point/cause to go towards (take aim) - No.
    *   29: be seized/affected (take sick) - No.
    *   30: have with oneself (carry an umbrella) - No.
    *   31: engage for service (rent a car) - No.
    *   32: receive/obtain regularly (take the Times) - No.
    *   33: buy/select (take a pound of sausage) - No.
    *   34: to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort (take shelter from the storm) - **Yes**. "Taken refuge" is synonymous with "taken shelter".
    *   35: have sex with - No.
    *   36: lay claim to (took credit) - No.
    *   37: designed to hold (take the dye) - No.
    *   38: capable of holding (box won't take all items) - No.
    *   39: develop a habit (took to visiting bars) - No.
    *   40: proceed along in a vehicle (drive the turnpike) - No.
    *   41: obtain by winning (winner takes all) - No.
    *   42: be stricken by illness (contract AIDS) - No.

    *   The phrase "taken refuge" means the mouse found a safe place to hide.
    *   Sense 34: "to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort | examples=take shelter from the storm".
    *   "Refuge" and "shelter" are very close synonyms in this context.


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

Context: I'm just numb. 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken <t>refuge</t> under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty distressed.

Senses:
1. definition=a safe place | synonyms=safety | examples=He ran to safety
2. definition=something or someone turned to for assistance or security | synonyms=recourse, resort | examples=his only recourse was the police; took refuge in lying
3. definition=a shelter from danger or hardship | synonyms=sanctuary, asylum
4. definition=act of turning to for assistance | synonyms=recourse, resort | examples=have recourse to the courts; an appeal to his uncle was his last resort

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken <t>refuge</t> under my desk."
    *   Target word: "refuge"
    *   Meaning in context: The mouse has found a place to hide/stay safe from the quivers (earthquakes) and distress.

    *   Sense 1: "a safe place" (synonym: safety). Example: "He ran to safety."
    *   Sense 2: "something or someone turned to for assistance or security" (synonyms: recourse, resort). Example: "his only recourse was the police."
    *   Sense 3: "a shelter from danger or hardship" (synonyms: sanctuary, asylum).
    *   Sense 4: "act of turning to for assistance" (synonyms: recourse, resort). Example: "have recourse to the courts."

    *   The mouse is using the space under the desk as a physical location to protect itself from the shaking (danger).
    *   Sense 1 ("a safe place") and Sense 3 ("a shelter from danger or hardship") are very similar.
    *   Sense 2 and 4 are more about "recourse" or "resort" (abstract or systemic assistance), which doesn't fit a mouse under a desk.
    *   Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 3:
        *   Sense 1: "a safe place" (general).
        *   Sense 3: "a shelter from danger or hardship" (more specific to protection from a threat).
    *   In the context of an earthquake ("quivers"), the mouse is seeking shelter from the danger.
    *   Looking at common dictionary distinctions: "Taking refuge" often aligns with finding a sanctuary or shelter.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1 vs Sense 3.
        *   Sense 1: "a safe place" (synonym: safety).
        *   Sense 3: "a shelter from danger or hardship" (synonyms: sanctuary, asylum).
    *   Usually, "taking refuge" in a physical spot like "under a desk" fits the definition of a shelter from danger.
    *   Wait, let's look at the provided examples. Sense 1 example: "He ran to safety." (Safety is the state or the place). Sense 3 doesn't have an example but lists "sanctuary, asylum".
    *   Actually, "took refuge under my desk" means the desk became a shelter.
    *   Let's check if there's a nuance. "Refuge" as a noun can be the place itself.
    *   Sense 1: a safe place.
    *   Sense 3: a shelter from danger or hardship.
    *   In many dictionaries, these are merged. But here they are split.
    *   "Under my desk" is a physical shelter.
    *   Let's look at the synonyms. Sense 1: safety. Sense 3: sanctuary, asylum.
    *   A mouse under a desk is seeking sanctuary/shelter from the earthquake.
    *   Is "safety" (Sense 1) more appropriate? "He ran to safety" implies the destination. "Took refuge under my desk" implies the desk is the shelter.
    *   Usually, "refuge" meaning a physical place of protection is Sense 3.

    *   Sense 1: a safe place.
    *   Sense 3: a shelter from danger or hardship.
    *   The mouse is hiding from the "quivers" (danger). This fits "shelter from danger" perfectly.

    *   Sense 2: "something or someone turned to for assistance" (e.g., the police). Not a desk.
    *   Sense 4: "act of turning to for assistance" (e.g., recourse to courts). Not a physical location.

    *   Sense 1 is very broad ("a safe place").
    *   Sense 3 is more specific ("a shelter from danger or hardship").
    *   Given the context of a disaster (earthquake), Sense 3 is the most precise fit.

    *   Wait, let me double-check if "took refuge" is a common collocation for Sense 3. Yes, "take refuge in/under [something]" usually means to find shelter.

    *   Sense 1: a safe place.
    *   Sense 3: a shelter from danger or hardship.
    *   If I have to choose between "safe place" and "shelter from danger", and the context is an earthquake, "shelter from danger" is the stronger definition.

    *   Sense 1: a safe place | synonyms=safety
    *   Sense 3: a shelter from danger or hardship | synonyms=sanctuary, asylum
    *   "Under my desk" is a physical shelter.

    *   Let's look at the phrase "took refuge".
    *   "Take refuge" = to find a safe place / to find shelter.
    *   If Sense 1 is "a safe place" and Sense 3 is "a shelter from danger", they are nearly identical. However, "shelter" often implies a physical structure or spot, whereas "safety" is more of a state.
    *   The mouse is using the desk as a shelter.

    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "a safe place | synonyms=safety".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 3: "a shelter from danger or hardship | synonyms=sanctuary, asylum".
    *   In the context of a mouse hiding from an earthquake, "shelter from danger" (3) is a more precise description than just "a safe place" (1), although both are close. In most NLP datasets (like WordNet), "refuge" as a physical place of safety is often categorized as a shelter/sanctuary.

    *   Let's think about the difference again.
    *   Sense 1: "He ran to safety." (Safety is the goal/state).
    *   Sense 3: "a shelter from danger".
    *   "Took refuge under my desk" -> The desk is the shelter.

    *   Final check:
        1. Safe place.
        2. Recourse/Resort (person/thing).
        3. Shelter from danger.
        4. Recourse/Resort (act).

    *   The mouse is seeking shelter from the danger of the earthquake. Sense 3 is the best fit.


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

Context: 3:25 a.m. MACPOST: Downtown Bolinas seems to be the part of town that's worst off. No power, minimal phones, and a mess of mayonnaise, wine, and everything else all over the floors of the big old general store and the People's Co-op. The quivers move through my house every few minutes at unpredictable intervals, and the mouse that's been living in my kitchen has taken refuge under my desk. It runs out frantically now and then, and is clearly pretty <t>distressed</t>. I was in Stinson Beach when the quake rolled through town.

Senses:
1. definition=facing or experiencing financial trouble or difficulty | synonyms=hard-pressed, hard put, in a bad way | examples=distressed companies need loans and technical advice; financially hard-pressed Mexican hotels are lowering their prices
2. definition=generalized feeling of distress | synonyms=dysphoric, unhappy
3. definition=suffering severe physical strain or distress | synonyms=stressed | examples=he dropped out of the race, clearly distressed and having difficulty breathing
4. definition=afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief | synonyms=disquieted, disturbed, upset, worried | examples=too upset to say anything; spent many disquieted moments

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A description of the aftermath of an earthquake. A mouse in the kitchen is running out frantically and is "clearly pretty distressed."
    *   Target word: "distressed" (referring to the mouse).

    *   Sense 1: Financial trouble (e.g., distressed companies). -> Not applicable to a mouse.
    *   Sense 2: Generalized feeling of distress (dysphoric, unhappy). -> Too broad/abstract.
    *   Sense 3: Severe physical strain or distress (e.g., difficulty breathing). -> Possible, but the context emphasizes the mouse's behavior ("runs out frantically").
    *   Sense 4: Afflicted with anxious uneasiness, trouble, or grief (disquieted, disturbed, upset, worried). -> Fits the behavior of a mouse running frantically due to an earthquake.

    *   The mouse is reacting to the earthquake (quivers moving through the house).
    *   "Runs out frantically" indicates anxiety, agitation, and being upset/disturbed.
    *   Sense 4 ("anxious uneasiness or trouble") aligns best with "frantically" and the general state of a frightened animal.
    *   Sense 3 is more about physical exhaustion or medical distress. While the mouse is physically affected by the quake, the "frantic" behavior points more toward the emotional/psychological state of fear/anxiety (Sense 4).

    *   Sense 1: Financial (No)
    *   Sense 2: General unhappiness (No)
    *   Sense 3: Physical strain (Possible, but less likely than 4)
    *   Sense 4: Anxious/Upset (Yes)

    *   The mouse is scared and agitated. "Distressed" here means upset or anxious. Sense 4 is the best fit.