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

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

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

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist <t>state</t> and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action..."
    *   Key phrase: "minimalist state".
    *   Contrast: "minimalist state" vs. "big government" and "public intervention".

    *   Sense 1: Territory/administrative district (province). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Condition/attributes (state of health). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 3: The government of a sovereign state (the group of people). (Close, but usually refers to the administration/government body).
    *   Sense 4: A politically organized body of people under a single government (nation, country, body politic). (This fits the concept of "the state" as a political entity/system of governance).
    *   Sense 5: State of matter (chemistry). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 6: State of agitation/depression. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 7: Territory occupied by a nation. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 8: US Department of State. (Incorrect)

    *   "Minimalist state" refers to a political philosophy (minarchism) where the state (the political organization/government entity) is limited to very few functions (like police, courts, and defense).
    *   Sense 3 ("the group of people comprising the government") and Sense 4 ("a politically organized body of people under a single government") are very similar.
    *   However, "the state" in political science (especially when contrasted with "private markets" or "big government") typically refers to the political organization/entity as a whole (the body politic), which is Sense 4. Sense 3 is more about the specific people/administration currently in power.

    *   Sense 4: "a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=nation, country, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic".
    *   In the context of "minimalist state," it refers to the scope and power of the political organization (the body politic).

    *   Sense 3: "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state".
    *   Sense 4: "a politically organized body of people under a single government".
    *   Usually, "the state" in the phrase "minimalist state" refers to the institution/entity of government/political organization rather than just the people in it. Sense 4 is the broader, more standard definition for the political concept of "the state".

    *   Context: "...minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action..."
    *   This is clearly discussing the role of the political organization/government entity. Sense 4 is the best fit.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong | synonyms=virtuousness, moral excellence
2. definition=any admirable quality or attribute | synonyms=merit | examples=work of great merit
3. definition=morality with respect to sexual relations | synonyms=chastity, sexual morality
4. definition=a particular moral excellence

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reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the <t>virtues</t> of private markets over the vices of public action..."
    *   Target word: "virtues"
    *   Contrast: "virtues of private markets" vs. "vices of public action".

    *   Sense 1: "the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong" (moral excellence/virtuousness).
    *   Sense 2: "any admirable quality or attribute" (merit).
    *   Sense 3: "morality with respect to sexual relations" (chastity).
    *   Sense 4: "a particular moral excellence".

    *   The text is discussing economic theory and political brands.
    *   "Virtues of private markets" refers to the positive attributes, advantages, or merits of private markets.
    *   It is contrasted with "vices of public action" (the negative attributes or drawbacks).
    *   This is not about personal morality (Sense 1), sexual morality (Sense 3), or a specific moral excellence (Sense 4).
    *   It refers to the "admirable qualities or attributes" (merits) of a system (private markets).

    *   Sense 2 fits best: "any admirable quality or attribute" / "merit".

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

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

Senses:
1. definition=confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy | examples=a private place; private discussions
2. definition=concerning things deeply private and personal | examples=private correspondence; private family matters
3. definition=concerning one person exclusively | synonyms=individual | examples=we all have individual cars; each room has a private bath
4. definition=not expressed | synonyms=secret | examples=secret (or private) thoughts

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of <t>private</t> markets over the vices of public action..."
    *   Target word: "private" (modifying "markets").
    *   Meaning in context: "Private markets" refers to markets operated by individuals or companies rather than the government (public sector).

    *   Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy" (e.g., private place, private discussions).
    *   Sense 2: "concerning things deeply private and personal" (e.g., private correspondence, private family matters).
    *   Sense 3: "concerning one person exclusively" (synonym: individual) (e.g., individual cars, private bath).
    *   Sense 4: "not expressed" (synonym: secret) (e.g., secret thoughts).

    *   Wait, looking at the provided senses again. None of them explicitly mention "not government-owned" or "commercial/private sector."
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy".
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 3: "concerning one person exclusively | synonyms=individual".

    *   In economics, "private markets" are those owned and operated by private individuals or firms, as opposed to "public" (government) markets.
    *   Does "confined to particular persons or groups" (Sense 1) fit? Not really.
    *   Does "concerning one person exclusively / individual" (Sense 3) fit? "Individual markets"? No.

    *   Wait, let me look at the senses again. Is there a missing sense?
    *   Sense 1: confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy.
    *   Sense 2: deeply private and personal.
    *   Sense 3: concerning one person exclusively (individual).
    *   Sense 4: not expressed (secret).

    *   Let's look at the contrast in the text: "virtues of <t>private</t> markets over the vices of public action".
    *   "Private" here is the opposite of "public".
    *   In the context of "private vs public", "private" usually means not belonging to or managed by the state.

    *   Looking at the provided options again:
        1. confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy.
        2. deeply private and personal.
        3. concerning one person exclusively (individual).
        4. not expressed (secret).

    *   If I have to choose one of these four, which one is closest?
    *   Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups". A private market is owned by particular persons or groups (the private sector) rather than the general public (the state).
    *   Sense 3: "concerning one person exclusively". This is more about "a private bathroom".

    *   Let's check if "private" in "private markets" fits "confined to particular persons or groups".
    *   A private company is owned by particular persons or groups.
    *   A private market is operated by particular persons or groups.

    *   Let's double-check the source of these definitions. They look like WordNet definitions.
    *   WordNet "private" senses:
        1.  (adj) belonging to or associated with a private person or company (e.g., private property, private school).
        2.  (adj) not public (e.g., private conversation).
        3.  (adj) secret.

    *   Wait, the provided senses are:
        1. confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy.
        2. concerning things deeply private and personal.
        3. concerning one person exclusively.
        4. not expressed.

    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy".
    *   If a market is "private", it is owned/operated by particular persons or groups (the private sector) rather than the public. This seems the most plausible fit among the choices, even if it's not a perfect dictionary match for "private sector".

    *   Sense 2 (personal) - No.
    *   Sense 3 (individual/exclusive) - No.
    *   Sense 4 (secret) - No.

    *   Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups".
    *   Private markets are indeed operated by particular persons or groups (private entities) rather than the public authority.

    *   Context: "private markets over the vices of public action"
    *   Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups"
    *   This is the only one that reasonably encompasses the "non-public/non-governmental" aspect.

    *   Wait, let me look at Sense 3 again: "concerning one person exclusively | synonyms=individual".
    *   "Individual markets"? No.

    *   Let's look at Sense 1 again: "confined to particular persons or groups".
    *   A private school is confined to particular persons (those who can pay/are admitted).
    *   A private market is operated by particular persons/groups.

    *   Actually, looking at the options again, Sense 1 is the most general "not public" definition.

    *   Sense 1: confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy.
    *   Sense 2: deeply private and personal.
    *   Sense 3: concerning one person exclusively.
    *   Sense 4: not expressed.

    *   "Private markets" = markets not run by the government.
    *   "Public action" = action by the government.
    *   The contrast is Public vs Private.
    *   Sense 1 is the only one that fits the "not public" (confined to particular persons/groups) meaning.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold | synonyms=marketplace | examples=without competition there would be no market; they were driven from the marketplace
2. definition=the customers for a particular product or service | examples=before they publish any book they try to determine the size of the market for it
3. definition=a marketplace where groceries are sold | synonyms=grocery store, grocery, food market | examples=the grocery store included a meat market
4. definition=the securities markets in the aggregate | synonyms=securities industry | examples=the market always frustrates the small investor
5. definition=an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up | synonyms=marketplace, mart

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private <t>markets</t> over the vices of public action..."
    *   Key phrase: "private markets" vs. "public action" / "minimalist state".
    *   Meaning: In this context, "private markets" refers to the economic system where goods and services are exchanged freely without government intervention.

    *   Sense 1: "the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold" (marketplace).
    *   Sense 2: "the customers for a particular product or service" (target audience).
    *   Sense 3: "a marketplace where groceries are sold" (grocery store).
    *   Sense 4: "the securities markets in the aggregate" (stock market).
    *   Sense 5: "an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up" (physical location).

    *   The context discusses political ideologies (minimalist state vs. big government).
    *   "Private markets" refers to the general concept of commercial activity/free enterprise.
    *   Sense 1 fits perfectly: "the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold".
    *   Sense 2 is about customers (not applicable).
    *   Sense 3 is about groceries (not applicable).
    *   Sense 4 is about stocks/securities (too narrow).
    *   Sense 5 is about a physical location in a town (too narrow).


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=moral weakness | synonyms=frailty
2. definition=a specific form of evildoing | examples=vice offends the moral standards of the community

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the <t>vices</t> of public action..."
    *   Target word: "vices"
    *   Contrast: "virtues of private markets" vs. "vices of public action".

    *   Sense 1: moral weakness | synonyms=frailty.
    *   Sense 2: a specific form of evildoing | examples=vice offends the moral standards of the community.

    *   The text is contrasting "virtues" (positive qualities/advantages) with "vices" (negative qualities/disadvantages).
    *   In this context, "vices of public action" refers to the inherent flaws, failures, or negative aspects of government intervention (e.g., inefficiency, corruption, bureaucracy).
    *   Does it mean "moral weakness" (Sense 1) or "a specific form of evildoing" (Sense 2)?
    *   Actually, looking at the senses provided:
        *   Sense 1: moral weakness/frailty.
        *   Sense 2: a specific form of evildoing.
    *   Wait, usually "virtue" and "vice" are opposites. In a philosophical or rhetorical sense, "virtues" are the good points and "vices" are the bad points.
    *   Is "public action" committing "evildoing" (Sense 2) or exhibiting "moral weakness" (Sense 1)?
    *   Neither sense perfectly captures "disadvantages" or "flaws" in a technical economic sense, but "vice" as the opposite of "virtue" often refers to a characteristic that is considered bad or undesirable.
    *   Let's re-evaluate the senses.
        *   Sense 1: moral weakness/frailty.
        *   Sense 2: a specific form of evildoing.
    *   In the phrase "virtues of private markets over the vices of public action", the author is using "virtues" and "vices" as antonyms to describe the positive and negative attributes of two different systems.
    *   "Virtue" here means a beneficial quality. "Vice" here means a detrimental quality.
    *   Between "moral weakness" and "evildoing", "evildoing" (Sense 2) is often used for specific bad acts, while "moral weakness" (Sense 1) is a general trait.
    *   However, in a broader sense, "vice" as the opposite of "virtue" often aligns with a general bad quality or a failing.
    *   Let's look at the dictionary definitions of "vice" again.
        *   Vice (noun): 1. immoral or wicked behavior. 2. a particular immoral habit. 3. a moral fault.
    *   Sense 1 (moral weakness/frailty) is closer to a "moral fault" or a general failing.
    *   Sense 2 (specific form of evildoing) is closer to a "particular immoral habit" or a crime.
    *   "Vices of public action" refers to the systemic failings (inefficiencies, etc.) of government. This is more of a "moral fault" or "weakness" in the system than a "specific form of evildoing" (like theft or murder).
    *   Actually, let's look at the contrast again: "virtues of private markets over the vices of public action". This is a rhetorical device.
    *   If "virtue" is a good quality, "vice" is a bad quality.
    *   Sense 1: moral weakness.
    *   Sense 2: a specific form of evildoing.
    *   In many contexts, "vice" as the opposite of "virtue" refers to a character flaw or a failing. "Moral weakness" fits this better than "evildoing".

    *   Wait, let me search for this specific text. It looks like it's from a political science or economics paper.
    *   The contrast is between the "virtues" (advantages) and "vices" (disadvantages).
    *   If I have to choose between "moral weakness" and "evildoing":
        *   "Moral weakness" (Sense 1) is a general state of being flawed.
        *   "Evildoing" (Sense 2) is the act of doing something evil.
    *   "Vices of public action" refers to the flaws/failings of the system. This is closer to "moral weakness" (in the sense of a failing) than to "evildoing" (committing a crime).

    *   Let's double-check the definitions again.
        1. moral weakness | synonyms=frailty
        2. a specific form of evildoing | examples=vice offends the moral standards of the community

    *   If we consider "vice" as the opposite of "virtue" in a non-moral, systemic sense, it means "a flaw or failing".
    *   Between the two options, "moral weakness" (Sense 1) is a more general term for a failing than "a specific form of evildoing" (Sense 2).

    *   Let's think about "vice" in the context of "virtue and vice".
        *   Virtue: behavior showing high moral standards.
        *   Vice: immoral or wicked behavior.
    *   In the text, "virtues of private markets" doesn't mean the markets are "morally high", it means they are effective/beneficial. Similarly, "vices of public action" doesn't mean the government is "committing crimes", it means it is ineffective/detrimental.
    *   This is a metaphorical use of the words.
    *   Which sense is closer?
        *   Sense 1: moral weakness/frailty.
        *   Sense 2: a specific form of evildoing.
    *   "Frailty" or "weakness" (Sense 1) feels closer to "inefficiency" or "flaw" than "evildoing" (Sense 2) does.

    *   Let's re-read: "virtues of private markets over the vices of public action".
    *   If "virtue" = advantage, then "vice" = disadvantage.
    *   Is a disadvantage a "moral weakness" or "evildoing"?
    *   A "weakness" is a flaw. A "vice" as a flaw is Sense 1.

    *   Let's check if there's any other interpretation.
    *   Sense 1: moral weakness.
    *   Sense 2: a specific form of evildoing.
    *   In the context of "virtues and vices", it's almost always the general quality (Sense 1) rather than a specific act (Sense 2).

    *   Wait, let me look at the senses again.
    *   Sense 1: moral weakness | synonyms=frailty
    *   Sense 2: a specific form of evildoing | examples=vice offends the moral standards of the community
    *   If the author is talking about the "vices of public action", they are talking about the inherent flaws (like bureaucracy, rent-seeking, etc.). These are "weaknesses" of the system.

    *   Let's try to see if "vice" can mean "a flaw" in a non-moral sense. Yes, it can. And "moral weakness" is the closest provided definition to "flaw".

    *   Let's compare:
        *   "The vice of the system" (The flaw of the system) -> Sense 1.
        *   "Gambling is a vice" (A specific form of evildoing/immoral habit) -> Sense 2.
    *   "Vices of public action" refers to the flaws of the system.

    *   Therefore, Sense 1 is the most appropriate.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole | examples=the public good; public libraries
2. definition=affecting the people or community as a whole | examples=community leaders; community interests

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of <t>public</t> action..."
    *   Target word: "public"
    *   Contrast: "private markets" vs. "public action"

    *   Sense 1: "not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole" (Examples: public good, public libraries).
    *   Sense 2: "affecting the people or community as a whole" (Examples: community leaders, community interests).

    *   The text contrasts "private markets" with "public action".
    *   In political science and economics, "public action" or "public sector" refers to actions taken by the government (the state), as opposed to actions taken by private individuals or companies in a market.
    *   Sense 1 ("not private") directly opposes "private".
    *   Sense 2 ("affecting the people or community as a whole") is more about the *impact* or *scope* (like community interests), whereas the contrast here is between the *nature* of the actor (private market vs. public/government action).

    *   "Public action" in this context means action taken by the government/state.
    *   Sense 1: "not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole". This fits the "not private" aspect perfectly.
    *   Sense 2: "affecting the people or community as a whole". While public action *does* affect the people, the primary distinction being made is the dichotomy between "private" and "public".

    *   Sense 1 is the standard definition for "public" when contrasted with "private" (e.g., public sector vs. private sector).


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=something done (usually as opposed to something said) | examples=there were stories of murders and other unnatural actions
2. definition=the state of being active | synonyms=activity, activeness | examples=his sphere of activity; he is out of action
3. definition=a military engagement | synonyms=military action | examples=he saw action in Korea
4. definition=a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) | synonyms=natural process, natural action, activity | examples=the action of natural forces; volcanic activity
5. definition=the series of events that form a plot | examples=his novels always have a lot of action
6. definition=the trait of being active and energetic and forceful | examples=a man of action
7. definition=the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism | synonyms=action mechanism | examples=the piano had a very stiff action
8. definition=a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another; one party prosecutes another for a wrong done or for protection of a right or for prevention of a wrong | synonyms=legal action, action at law
9. definition=an act by a government body or supranational organization | examples=recent federal action undermined the segregationist position; the United Nations must have the power to propose and organize action without being hobbled by irrelevant issues
10. definition=the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field | examples=the action is no longer in technology stocks but in municipal bonds; gawkers always try to get as close to the action as possible

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public <t>action</t>..."
    *   Target word: "action"
    *   Surrounding phrase: "public action" (contrasted with "private markets").

    *   Sense 1: something done (usually as opposed to something said).
    *   Sense 2: the state of being active (activity).
    *   Sense 3: a military engagement.
    *   Sense 4: a process existing in or produced by nature.
    *   Sense 5: the series of events that form a plot.
    *   Sense 6: the trait of being active and energetic and forceful.
    *   Sense 7: the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism.
    *   Sense 8: a judicial proceeding.
    *   Sense 9: an act by a government body or supranational organization.
    *   Sense 10: the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field.

    *   The text discusses political brands (Republican vs. Democratic).
    *   The Republican brand believes in "minimalist state" and "private markets" over "public action".
    *   "Public action" in this context refers to government intervention, policies, or acts performed by the state.
    *   Sense 9 specifically defines "action" as "an act by a government body or supranational organization."

    *   Sense 1 is too general.
    *   Sense 2 is about activity in general.
    *   Sense 3 is military.
    *   Sense 4 is natural.
    *   Sense 5 is literary.
    *   Sense 6 is a personality trait.
    *   Sense 7 is mechanical.
    *   Sense 8 is legal/judicial.
    *   Sense 9 is government/organizational. (Matches perfectly).
    *   Sense 10 is about where the "excitement" or "main activity" is.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality; ; ; - George du Maurier | examples=democratic government; a democratic country
2. definition=belong to or relating to the Democratic Party | examples=Democratic senator
3. definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | synonyms=popular | examples=democratic art forms; a democratic or popular movement

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state... and a <t>Democratic</t> brand that believes in big government..."
    *   The word "Democratic" is contrasted with "Republican".
    *   It refers to a "brand" (political party/platform) that believes in big government and public intervention.

    *   Sense 1: Characterized by or advocating principles of democracy or social equality (general concept of democracy).
    *   Sense 2: Belonging to or relating to the Democratic Party (the specific US political party).
    *   Sense 3: Representing or appealing to the people at large (popular).

    *   The context explicitly mentions "Republican brand" and "Democratic brand" in the context of US presidential elections and congressional seats.
    *   This clearly refers to the Democratic Party of the United States.
    *   Therefore, Sense 2 is the correct fit.


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

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

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

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands when they select their political agents -- a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state... and a Democratic <t>brand</t> that believes in big government..."
    *   Target word: "brand" (referring to the Democratic party's identity/platform).

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

    *   The text uses "brand" metaphorically. It talks about voters "buying" one of two brands (Republican or Democratic).
    *   It's comparing political parties to products or types of identities.
    *   Sense 1 refers to a trade name for a product/service.
    *   Sense 2 refers to a "recognizable kind" or "type".
    *   In the context of "Republican brand" and "Democratic brand," the author is treating the political parties as if they are products being marketed to voters (hence "buy").
    *   However, "brand" here also means a specific *type* or *kind* of political identity/platform.
    *   Let's look closer at Sense 1 vs Sense 2.
        *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service".
        *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind".
    *   The phrase "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands" strongly suggests the marketing/product sense (Sense 1). The parties are being framed as products with specific "features" (minimalist state vs big government).
    *   Wait, let's re-evaluate Sense 2: "a recognizable kind". "A new brand of hero" is similar to "a Democratic brand of politics".
    *   But the text says "buy one of two brands", which is a direct analogy to consumerism and trade names/products.
    *   Let's check if "brand" in "Democratic brand" fits "a name given to a product or service". In a metaphorical sense, yes.
    *   Let's check if it fits "a recognizable kind". Yes, a "kind" of political platform.
    *   Usually, in these NLP tasks (like WordNet-based sense disambiguation), when "brand" is used for a political party or a person's image, it often leans towards the "type/kind" (Sense 2) or the "trade name/product" (Sense 1).
    *   Looking at the phrasing "buy one of two brands", the author is explicitly using the language of commerce. This points strongly to Sense 1.
    *   However, "a Democratic brand" (meaning a type of Democratic identity) could be Sense 2.
    *   Let's compare:
        *   Sense 1: "Coca-Cola is a brand."
        *   Sense 2: "He is a new brand of politician."
    *   The text says "a Republican brand that believes in... and a Democratic brand that believes in...". This sounds more like "a kind of [party/platform]" than a "trade name".
    *   Wait, "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands" -> This is the setup. The "brands" are the Republican and Democratic options.
    *   If I say "I'm buying the Nike brand", that's Sense 1.
    *   If I say "He's a new brand of leader", that's Sense 2.
    *   In the context, the "brand" is the party's identity/platform.
    *   Let's look at the synonyms for Sense 2: "make". "What make of car is that?"
    *   Let's look at the synonyms for Sense 1: "trade name, brand name, marque".
    *   The text is using "brand" as a metaphor for the political party's identity/image. In modern usage, "branding" a political candidate is about creating a "trade name" or "image" (Sense 1).
    *   But let's look at the specific phrasing again: "a Republican brand that believes in... and a Democratic brand that believes in...". This describes the *nature* or *kind* of the brand.
    *   Actually, looking at the "buy" part, the author is treating the parties as products. Sense 1 is the most direct fit for "buying a brand".

    *   Sense 1: Product/Service name.
    *   Sense 2: Recognizable kind.
    *   Example for Sense 2: "there's a new brand of hero in the movies now".
    *   The text: "a Republican brand that believes in... and a Democratic brand that believes in...".
    *   This is very similar to "a new brand of hero". It's a "kind" of political entity.
    *   However, the "buy" verb is a huge clue. You buy a product (Sense 1).
    *   Let's search for how "brand" is typically categorized in these datasets. Often, when it refers to a "type" of something (like a "brand of humor" or "brand of politics"), it's Sense 2.
    *   "a Republican brand that believes in..." -> "a Republican *kind* that believes in..."
    *   "a Democratic brand that believes in..." -> "a Democratic *kind* that believes in..."
    *   Wait, "Republican brand" and "Democratic brand" are used as nouns here.
    *   If it were Sense 1, it would be "The Republican brand" (the name/image).
    *   If it were Sense 2, it would be "a Republican brand" (a type of Republican).
    *   The text says "a Republican brand... and a Democratic brand".
    *   Let's re-read: "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands... a Republican brand... and a Democratic brand".
    *   This is a metaphor. The "brands" are the parties.
    *   In the context of "buying", the author is treating the parties as products.
    *   But the description "that believes in..." describes the *kind* of brand it is.
    *   Let's look at Sense 2 again: "a recognizable kind".
    *   If I say "This is a brand of politics I can get behind," that's Sense 2.
    *   If I say "The party is working on its brand," that's Sense 1.
    *   The text says "a Republican brand that believes in...". This is describing the *type* of political offering.
    *   Let's compare "a new brand of hero" (Sense 2) with "a Republican brand that believes in...". They are structurally very similar.

    *   Sense 1: Trade name.
    *   Sense 2: Recognizable kind.
    *   The author is using "brand" to mean the "kind" of political platform being offered. Even though they use the word "buy", the "brand" itself is the "kind" of political agent/platform.
    *   Actually, "buy" is in quotes ("buy"), which indicates the author knows it's a metaphor.
    *   "Voters can 'buy' one of two brands... a Republican brand... and a Democratic brand".
    *   This is almost certainly Sense 2 ("a recognizable kind").

    *   Sense 1: "a name given to a product or service"
    *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind"
    *   If the author meant Sense 1, they would be talking about the *name* "Republican" or "Democratic".
    *   But they are talking about the *beliefs* associated with those names ("believes in the minimalist state"). This is the "kind" of party.
    *   Therefore, Sense 2 is a better fit.

    *   "a Republican brand that believes in..."
    *   "a Democratic brand that believes in..."
    *   This is describing the *type* of political entity.
    *   Sense 2: "a recognizable kind".
    *   Example: "there's a new brand of hero in the movies now".
    *   This matches perfectly.

    *   Sense 1: Trade name.
    *   Sense 2: Recognizable kind.
    *   The "buy" metaphor points to Sense 1, but the actual usage ("a [Party] brand that believes in...") points to Sense 2.
    *   In many linguistic datasets, "brand of [something non-commercial]" is mapped to "kind/type".
    *   Example: "a brand of madness", "a brand of courage".
    *   Here: "a Republican brand [of politics/agent]".

    *   Sense 1: Trade name.
    *   Sense 2: Recognizable kind.
    *   The context is "a Democratic brand that believes in big government".
    *   This is a "kind" of political identity.
    *   Sense 2 is the most appropriate.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole | examples=the public good; public libraries
2. definition=affecting the people or community as a whole | examples=community leaders; community interests

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in <t>public</t> intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   Target word: "public" (in "public intervention").
    *   Contrast: "private markets" vs. "public action", "private interest" vs. "public intervention".

    *   Sense 1: "not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole" (Examples: public good, public libraries).
    *   Sense 2: "affecting the people or community as a whole" (Examples: community leaders, community interests).

    *   In the context of "public intervention" (especially contrasted with "private interest" and "private markets"), "public" refers to the government or the state acting on behalf of the people/society.
    *   Sense 1 ("not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole") fits well here. "Public intervention" is intervention by the public sector (government), as opposed to private sector action.
    *   Sense 2 ("affecting the people or community as a whole") describes the *effect* or *scope* of something (like community leaders). While public intervention *affects* the people, the word "public" here is used as a classifier for the *type* of intervention (government/state vs. private).

    *   "Public action" and "public intervention" are standard terms for government action.
    *   Sense 1 explicitly mentions "not private", which is the direct contrast used in the text ("private markets", "private interest").

    *   Sense 1: not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole.
    *   Sense 2: affecting the people or community as a whole.
    *   The contrast "private markets" vs "public action" and "private interest" vs "public intervention" strongly points to Sense 1.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.) | synonyms=intercession | examples=it occurs without human intervention
2. definition=a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries | synonyms=interference
3. definition=the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others | synonyms=interposition
4. definition=(law) a proceeding that permits a person to enter into a lawsuit already in progress; admission of person not an original party to the suit so that person can protect some right or interest that is allegedly affected by the proceedings | examples=the purpose of intervention is to prevent unnecessary duplication of lawsuits
5. definition=care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury) | synonyms=treatment

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public <t>intervention</t> to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   Key phrase: "public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   Meaning: The government stepping in to regulate or manage the economy/society to fix problems caused by private interests.

    *   Sense 1: "the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.) | synonyms=intercession | examples=it occurs without human intervention" (General act of stepping in).
    *   Sense 2: "a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries | synonyms=interference" (Foreign policy/international relations).
    *   Sense 3: "the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others | synonyms=interposition" (Physical or abstract placement between things).
    *   Sense 4: "(law) a proceeding that permits a person to enter into a lawsuit..." (Legal procedure).
    *   Sense 5: "care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures...)" (Medical/social work treatment).

    *   The context describes government action in the economy/society ("public intervention").
    *   Sense 2 is specifically about *other countries*, which doesn't fit here (it's about domestic policy).
    *   Sense 4 is legal.
    *   Sense 5 is medical/care-based.
    *   Sense 3 is about interposing.
    *   Sense 1 is the general act of intervening to mediate or change a situation. In political science/economics, "government intervention" refers to the act of the state intervening in the market.

    *   Sense 1 is the most general and fits the description of government action to "remedy the excesses." While "intercession" is a synonym, the core definition "the act of intervening" covers the concept of government intervention in a market or social system.

    *   Wait, let me re-read Sense 1: "the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.)".
    *   Is there a better fit?
    *   Sense 2: "affairs of other countries" - No.
    *   Sense 3: "interposing one thing between or among others" - No.
    *   Sense 4: "lawsuit" - No.
    *   Sense 5: "medical procedures" - No.

    *   Therefore, Sense 1 is the only one that fits, as it describes the general act of intervening to change a course of events or mediate a situation.

    *   Context: "public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   This is a classic description of government intervention in the economy.
    *   Sense 1: "the act of intervening". This fits perfectly.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=set straight or right | synonyms=rectify, remediate, repair, amend | examples=remedy these deficiencies; rectify the inequities in salaries
2. definition=provide relief for | synonyms=relieve | examples=remedy his illness

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to <t>remedy</t> the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   Target word: "remedy"
    *   Senses:
        1.  set straight or right (rectify, remediate, repair, amend)
        2.  provide relief for (relieve)

    *   The phrase is "remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   "Excesses" in this context refers to negative outcomes or imbalances caused by private interest (e.g., monopolies, pollution, inequality).
    *   "Remedy" here means to correct, fix, or set right these negative outcomes.

    *   Sense 1: "set straight or right" (rectify, remediate, repair, amend). This fits perfectly. Correcting "excesses" is like rectifying inequities or repairing deficiencies.
    *   Sense 2: "provide relief for" (relieve). This is usually used in a medical or suffering context (e.g., remedying an illness). While "relief" can be used broadly, "set straight/rectify" is a much more precise fit for "excesses" in a political/economic context.

    *   The context is about government intervention to fix market failures or negative externalities ("excesses"). This is a process of rectification or correction.
    *   Sense 1 is the correct match.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=a quantity much larger than is needed | synonyms=surplus, surplusage, nimiety
2. definition=immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits | synonyms=excessiveness, inordinateness
3. definition=the state of being more than full | synonyms=surfeit, overabundance
4. definition=excessive indulgence | synonyms=overindulgence | examples=the child was spoiled by overindulgence

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the <t>excesses</t> attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   Target word: "excesses" (plural of excess).
    *   Meaning in context: The text discusses the Democratic belief in government intervention to fix the negative consequences or "over-the-top" behaviors/outcomes resulting from the pursuit of private interest (e.g., monopolies, pollution, exploitation).

    *   Sense 1: "a quantity much larger than is needed" (surplus, surplusage). This refers to quantity (e.g., excess baggage).
    *   Sense 2: "immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits" (excessiveness, inordinateness). This refers to behavior or outcomes that go too far or are extreme/unreasonable.
    *   Sense 3: "the state of being more than full" (surfeit, overabundance). Similar to Sense 1, but more about capacity.
    *   Sense 4: "excessive indulgence" (overindulgence). Usually refers to personal habits (e.g., excesses of drink or food).

    *   The "pursuit of private interest" leading to "excesses" suggests that the pursuit went too far, resulting in harmful or immoderate outcomes that require government intervention.
    *   Sense 1 (surplus) doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 3 (overabundance) doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 4 (indulgence) is too narrow (usually personal vice).
    *   Sense 2 (immoderation/going beyond limits) fits best. The "excesses" of the free market are the instances where the pursuit of profit goes beyond acceptable or sustainable limits.

    *   The word "excesses" (plural) often refers to extreme actions or behaviors (Sense 2).
    *   Example: "the excesses of the revolution."
    *   In the context of "pursuit of private interest," it refers to the negative, immoderate results of unregulated capitalism.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=being present (at meeting or event etc.) | examples=attendant members of the congreation
2. definition=following or accompanying as a consequence | synonyms=consequent, accompanying, concomitant, incidental, ensuant, resultant | examples=an excessive growth of bureaucracy, with attendant problems; snags incidental to the changeover in management

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses <t>attendant</t> to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   Target word: "attendant"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Being present (at meeting or event etc.)
        2.  Following or accompanying as a consequence (consequent, accompanying, concomitant, incidental, ensuant, resultant).

    *   The phrase is "excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   This means the "excesses" (negative side effects or results) that *accompany* or *follow as a consequence* of the "pursuit of private interest."
    *   It does not mean the excesses are "present at a meeting."

    *   Sense 1: "being present (at meeting or event etc.)" -> Does not fit.
    *   Sense 2: "following or accompanying as a consequence" -> Fits perfectly. The excesses are a consequence or accompaniment of the pursuit of private interest.

    *   The correct sense is 2.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture | synonyms=chase, pursual, following | examples=the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit
2. definition=a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria | synonyms=pursuance, quest | examples=the pursuit of love; life is more than the pursuance of fame
3. definition=an auxiliary activity | synonyms=avocation, by-line, hobby, sideline, spare-time activity
4. definition=a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) | synonyms=pastime, interest | examples=sailing is her favorite pastime; his main pastime is gambling

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the <t>pursuit</t> of private interest."
    *   Target word: "pursuit"
    *   Contextual meaning: The act of seeking or striving for "private interest" (personal gain, profit, etc.).

    *   Sense 1: "the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture" (e.g., police chasing a criminal). -> *Incorrect.*
    *   Sense 2: "a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria" (e.g., pursuit of love, pursuit of fame). -> *Matches.* "Pursuit of private interest" is similar to "pursuit of fame" or "pursuit of happiness." It's the striving for a goal.
    *   Sense 3: "an auxiliary activity" (e.g., hobby, sideline). -> *Incorrect.*
    *   Sense 4: "a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)" (e.g., pastime). -> *Incorrect.*

    *   The phrase "pursuit of private interest" refers to the effort or quest to achieve personal gain. This aligns perfectly with Sense 2 (search/quest for something like love or fame).


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy | examples=a private place; private discussions
2. definition=concerning things deeply private and personal | examples=private correspondence; private family matters
3. definition=concerning one person exclusively | synonyms=individual | examples=we all have individual cars; each room has a private bath
4. definition=not expressed | synonyms=secret | examples=secret (or private) thoughts

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of <t>private</t> interest."
    *   Target word: "private" (in "private interest").
    *   Contrast: The text contrasts "public action" and "private markets" earlier, and then "big government/public intervention" with "private interest".

    *   Sense 1: confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy (e.g., private place, private discussions).
    *   Sense 2: concerning things deeply private and personal (e.g., private correspondence, private family matters).
    *   Sense 3: concerning one person exclusively; individual (e.g., individual cars, private bath).
    *   Sense 4: not expressed; secret (e.g., secret thoughts).

    *   "Private interest" in a political/economic context usually refers to the interests of individuals or private entities (companies, groups) as opposed to the "public interest" (the general welfare of society).
    *   Looking at the senses:
        *   Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups". This fits well. Private interest is the interest of a particular person or group rather than the general public.
        *   Sense 2: "deeply private and personal". This is more about intimacy or secrets. Not the case here.
        *   Sense 3: "concerning one person exclusively; individual". This is close, but "private interest" often encompasses groups (like corporations), not just one single person. However, "individual interest" is a synonym.
        *   Sense 4: "not expressed; secret". Not the case here.

    *   In economics and political science, "private" (as in private sector, private markets, private interest) is contrasted with "public".
    *   Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups". This aligns with the definition of "private" when contrasted with "public" in a societal/economic sense.
    *   Sense 3: "concerning one person exclusively". This is more about ownership or exclusive use (like a private bath).

    *   "Private interest" = the interest of a particular person or group.
    *   Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups".
    *   Sense 3: "concerning one person exclusively".
    *   Comparing the two, Sense 1 is broader and better captures the "private vs public" dichotomy used in the text (private markets vs public action).

    *   Wait, let me re-read Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy".
    *   Let me re-read Sense 3: "concerning one person exclusively | synonyms=individual".
    *   In the phrase "private interest", it refers to the self-interest of individuals or private organizations.
    *   Is "private interest" more like "individual interest" (Sense 3) or "interest confined to particular persons/groups" (Sense 1)?
    *   Usually, "private interest" is the opposite of "public interest". Public interest is for everyone; private interest is for a specific person or group.
    *   Sense 1 explicitly mentions "particular persons or groups".

    *   Sense 1: "confined to particular persons or groups" -> Fits "private interest" (interest of a specific person or group).
    *   Sense 3: "concerning one person exclusively" -> Fits "private bath" (only one person uses it).

    The context is about economic theory, public vs private. Sense 1 is the most appropriate.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something | synonyms=involvement | examples=an interest in music
2. definition=a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake | examples=for your sake; died for the sake of his country
3. definition=the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.) | synonyms=interestingness | examples=they said nothing of great interest; primary colors can add interest to a room
4. definition=a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed | examples=how much interest do you pay on your mortgage?
5. definition=(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake | examples=they have interests all over the world; a stake in the company's future
6. definition=(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims | synonyms=interest group | examples=the iron interests stepped up production
7. definition=a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) | synonyms=pastime, pursuit | examples=sailing is her favorite pastime; his main pastime is gambling

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private <t>interest</t>."
    *   Target word: "interest" (specifically "private interest").

    *   Sense 1: Concern/curiosity (e.g., interest in music).
    *   Sense 2: Reason for wanting something done (e.g., for your sake).
    *   Sense 3: Attracting attention (e.g., nothing of great interest).
    *   Sense 4: Charge for borrowing money (e.g., mortgage interest).
    *   Sense 5: (Law) Right/legal share/financial involvement/stake (e.g., interests all over the world).
    *   Sense 6: (Plural) Social group with common aims (e.g., iron interests).
    *   Sense 7: Diversion/pastime (e.g., sailing is her favorite pastime).

    *   The phrase is "pursuit of private interest".
    *   In political and economic contexts, "private interest" refers to the pursuit of one's own advantage, benefit, or financial gain, often contrasted with the "public interest".
    *   Looking at the senses:
        *   Sense 1 (curiosity) doesn't fit.
        *   Sense 2 (sake) doesn't fit.
        *   Sense 3 (attracting attention) doesn't fit.
        *   Sense 4 (money charge) doesn't fit.
        *   Sense 5 (right/legal share/financial involvement/stake) is close. "Private interest" often means a personal stake or advantage.
        *   Sense 6 (social group) is usually plural ("interests").
        *   Sense 7 (pastime) doesn't fit.

    *   Wait, let me re-evaluate Sense 2 and Sense 5.
    *   "Pursuit of private interest" usually means seeking one's own benefit or advantage.
    *   Is there a better sense? Let's look at Sense 5 again: "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake".
    *   Let's look at Sense 2: "a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake".
    *   Actually, "private interest" in this context (economic theory, public intervention) refers to the self-interest or the pursuit of personal gain/advantage.
    *   Looking at the provided senses again... none of them perfectly match "self-interest" (the desire to benefit oneself).
    *   Let's re-read Sense 5: "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 2: "a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 6: "a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims". (Usually plural, but "private interest" can sometimes refer to the interests of private groups).

    *   Wait, let me search for the definition of "interest" in the context of "private interest" vs "public interest".
    *   Oxford Dictionary: "the advantage or benefit of a person, group, or organization."
    *   Which of the provided senses matches "advantage or benefit"?
    *   Sense 5: "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake". A "stake" can be an interest/benefit.
    *   Sense 2: "a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake". "For the sake of" is similar to "in the interest of".

    *   Let's look at the phrase "pursuit of private interest". This is a very common phrase in economics/political science. It means pursuing one's own advantage.
    *   If I have to choose from the given list:
        1. Curiosity (No)
        2. Sake/Reason (No)
        3. Attracting attention (No)
        4. Money charge (No)
        5. Stake/Financial involvement (Maybe)
        6. Interest group (No, it's singular here)
        7. Pastime (No)

    *   Let's re-examine Sense 5: "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake".
    *   If someone is pursuing their "private interest", they are pursuing their own stake or advantage.

    *   Let's double-check Sense 2: "a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake". "In the interest of [something]" means for the sake of it. But "pursuit of private interest" doesn't mean "pursuit of private sake".

    *   Let's look at Sense 5 again. "Stake" is a very close synonym for "interest" when talking about personal or financial advantage.

    *   Wait, let me look at the senses again. Is there any other possibility?
    *   Sense 6: "a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims". While "interest" is singular here, "private interest" can sometimes refer to the private sector or private interest groups. However, "pursuit of private interest" almost always refers to the individual's self-interest.

    *   Let's compare Sense 5 and Sense 2 again.
    *   Sense 5: "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake".
    *   Sense 2: "a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake".

    *   Actually, looking at other dictionaries, "interest" meaning "advantage" or "benefit" is often grouped with "stake" or "legal share".

    *   Let's re-read the context: "...public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   This is definitely about self-interest/personal gain.
    *   Sense 5 (stake/financial involvement) is the closest match among the options provided.

    *   Wait, let me think about Sense 2 again. "For the sake of" = "in the interest of". But "pursuit of private interest" is not "pursuit of private sake".

    *   Let's check Sense 5 again. "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake". If you have an interest in a company, you have a stake in it. If you pursue your private interest, you are pursuing your own stake/benefit.

    *   Let's consider if it could be Sense 6. "a social group whose members control some field of activity". "Private interest" (singular) is rarely used this way; it's usually "private interests" (plural).

    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 5 one more time. "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something". This is often used for financial interests. "Private interest" in economics often refers to financial gain.

    *   Is there any other sense?
    *   1. Curiosity
    *   2. Sake
    *   3. Attracting attention
    *   4. Money charge
    *   5. Stake/Financial involvement
    *   6. Interest group
    *   7. Pastime

    *   Comparing "pursuit of private interest" to "stake":
        "The pursuit of private stake" (Doesn't sound right).
        "The pursuit of private advantage/benefit" (Sounds right).
        "The pursuit of private financial involvement" (Doesn't sound right).

    *   Wait, let me look at Sense 2 again. "a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake".
        "In the interest of the public" = "For the sake of the public".
        "Pursuit of private interest" = "Pursuit of what is beneficial to the individual".

    *   Let's search for "pursuit of private interest" and "stake".
        Often, "interest" in this context is defined as "a stake in something" or "a vested interest".

    *   Let's look at the options again. If Sense 5 is "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake", it's the most plausible, even if not a perfect fit for "self-interest".

    *   Let me double-check Sense 6 again. "a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims". Could "private interest" refer to the private sector/private groups? "The pursuit of private interest" could mean the pursuit of the goals of private interest groups. But usually, it's "private interests" (plural).

    *   Let's think about Sense 2 again. "a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake".
        If you do something "in the interest of" someone, you do it for their sake.
        If you pursue your "private interest", you are pursuing your own sake? No.

    *   Let's look at Sense 5 again. "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake".
        In many dictionaries, "interest" meaning "advantage" is listed under the same entry as "stake" or "legal share".

    *   Example: "a conflict of interest" (where your private interest/stake conflicts with your professional duty). This matches Sense 5.

    *   Therefore, Sense 5 is the most likely answer.

    *   Context: "...public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest."
    *   Meaning: The pursuit of personal gain or advantage.
    *   Sense 5: "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake".
    *   This fits the "conflict of interest" or "vested interest" meaning, which is the closest to "personal gain/advantage".

    *   Wait, let me check Sense 2 one more time. "a reason for wanting something done | synonyms=sake".
        "In the interest of" = "for the sake of".
        But "pursuit of private interest" is not "pursuit of private sake".

    *   Let's check Sense 6 again. "a social group whose members control some field of activity".
        "Private interest" (singular) could potentially mean "the private sector" or "private business interest". But "pursuit of private interest" is a very standard phrase for "self-interest".

    *   Let's re-verify Sense 5. "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=stake".
        If you have a "financial interest" in something, you have a "stake" in it.
        "Private interest" often refers to these kinds of financial or personal stakes.

    *   Let's search for "pursuit of private interest" in a dictionary.
        Merriam-Webster: "interest" (noun) - "something that excites curiosity or captures attention" (Sense 1/3), "a stake in something" (Sense 5), "a quality that attracts attention" (Sense 3), "the charge paid for the use of money" (Sense 4).
        The "stake in something" definition often includes "a vested interest" or "a personal advantage".

    *   Conclusion: Sense 5 is the best fit.


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

Context: Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two brands when they select their political agents -- a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest. 2 -RRB- Congressional <t>representatives</t> have two basic responsibilities while voting in office -- dealing with national issues -LRB- programmatic actions such as casting roll call votes on legislation that imposes costs and/or confers benefits on the population at large -RRB- and attending to local issues -LRB- constituency service and pork barrel -RRB-. 3 -RRB- Republican congressional representatives, because of their belief in a minimalist state, are less willing to engage in local benefit-seeking than are Democratic members of Congress.

Senses:
1. definition=a person who represents others
2. definition=an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose | synonyms=spokesperson, interpreter, voice | examples=the meeting was attended by spokespersons for all the major organs of government
3. definition=a member of the United States House of Representatives | synonyms=congressman, congresswoman
4. definition=an item of information that is typical of a class or group | synonyms=example, illustration, instance | examples=this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome; there is an example on page 10

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Congressional <t>representatives</t> have two basic responsibilities while voting in office..."
    *   The word "representatives" is modified by "Congressional".
    *   The context discusses voting in office, national issues, local issues, and members of Congress.

    *   Sense 1: a person who represents others (General).
    *   Sense 2: an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose (Spokesperson).
    *   Sense 3: a member of the United States House of Representatives (Specific political office).
    *   Sense 4: an item of information that is typical of a class or group (Example).

    *   The context explicitly mentions "Congressional representatives" and "members of Congress".
    *   Sense 3 specifically defines a member of the US House of Representatives (congressman/congresswoman).
    *   While Sense 1 is technically true (they represent others), Sense 3 is the precise definition for "Congressional representatives" in the US political context.

    *   The text says "Congressional representatives" and later "Democratic members of Congress". This strongly points to Sense 3.


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

Context: Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth. The theory relies on three assumptions: 1 -RRB- Voters can "buy "one of two brands when they select their political agents -- a Republican brand that believes in the minimalist state and in the virtues of private markets over the vices of public action, and a Democratic brand that believes in big government and in public intervention to remedy the excesses attendant to the pursuit of private interest. 2 -RRB- Congressional representatives <t>have</t> two basic responsibilities while voting in office -- dealing with national issues -LRB- programmatic actions such as casting roll call votes on legislation that imposes costs and/or confers benefits on the population at large -RRB- and attending to local issues -LRB- constituency service and pork barrel -RRB-. 3 -RRB- Republican congressional representatives, because of their belief in a minimalist state, are less willing to engage in local benefit-seeking than are Democratic members of Congress.

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

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Congressional representatives <t>have</t> two basic responsibilities while voting in office..."
    *   Target word: "have"
    *   Meaning in context: The representatives possess or are assigned two basic responsibilities.

    *   1. have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense (synonyms: have got, hold). Examples: "She has $1,000 in the bank; He has got two beautiful daughters."
    *   2. have as a feature (synonyms: feature). Example: "This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France."
    *   3. go through (mental or physical states or experiences).
    *   4. have ownership or possession of (synonyms: own, possess). Example: "He owns three houses in Florida."
    *   5. cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition.
    *   6. serve oneself to, or consume regularly.
    *   7. have a personal or business relationship with someone.
    *   8. organize or be responsible for (synonyms: hold, throw, make, give).
    *   9. have left.
    *   10. be confronted with.
    *   11. undergo.
    *   12. suffer from; be ill with.
    *   13. cause to do.
    *   14. receive willingly something given or offered.
    *   15. get something; come into possession of.
    *   16. undergo (injuries and illnesses).
    *   17. achieve a point or goal.
    *   18. cause to be born.
    *   19. have sex with.

    *   The phrase is "have two basic responsibilities".
    *   Responsibilities are abstract things that one "possesses" or "holds" as part of their role.
    *   Sense 1: "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense". This fits perfectly.
    *   Sense 2: "have as a feature". While a role has features, "responsibilities" are more like attributes or obligations one possesses.
    *   Sense 4: "have ownership or possession of". This usually refers to physical ownership (houses, cars).
    *   Sense 8: "organize or be responsible for". This refers to events (parties, receptions).

    *   Sense 1 is the most general and covers abstract possession (like having responsibilities, having a dream, having a feeling).

    *   "Congressional representatives have two basic responsibilities..."
    *   Does "possess (abstractly)" fit? Yes.
    *   Does "feature" fit? Not as well as possess.
    *   Does "own" fit? No, you don't "own" a responsibility.

    *   Sense 1: "have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense".
    *   Example: "He has got two beautiful daughters" (concrete/relationship) or "She has $1,000" (concrete).
    *   Wait, let me re-check Sense 2: "have as a feature". "This restaurant features the most famous chefs".
    *   Let's look at Sense 1 again. "have or possess... abstract sense". Responsibilities are abstract.

    *   Sense 1: have or possess (concrete or abstract).
    *   Sense 4: ownership or possession (usually concrete).
    *   Sense 2: feature.
    *   The most fitting is Sense 1.