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

Context: American education's future will be determined by the degree to which we -- all of us -- allow this common sense to prevail over the illusions that we also share. The education establishment will fight against common sense every inch of the way. The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational <t>philosophy</t>. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher.

Senses:
1. definition=a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school | synonyms=doctrine, philosophical system, school of thought, ism
2. definition=the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics
3. definition=any personal belief about how to live or how to deal with a situation | examples=self-indulgence was his only philosophy; my father's philosophy of child-rearing was to let mother do it

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational <t>philosophy</t>."
    *   Target word: "philosophy" (specifically "educational philosophy").
    *   Contextual clues: "courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy", "profession", "education establishment", "Progressive education".

    *   Sense 1: "a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school | synonyms=doctrine, philosophical system, school of thought, ism"
    *   Sense 2: "the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics"
    *   Sense 3: "any personal belief about how to live or how to deal with a situation | examples=self-indulgence was his only philosophy; my father's philosophy of child-rearing was to let mother do it"

    *   The text mentions "courses in educational philosophy".
    *   In an academic context, "educational philosophy" refers to the study of the theories, doctrines, and systems of belief that underpin education (e.g., Perennialism, Essentialism, Progressivism).
    *   Sense 2 is the general academic discipline of philosophy.
    *   Sense 1 refers to a specific system of beliefs or a school of thought (like "Progressive education" mentioned earlier in the text).
    *   Sense 3 is a personal approach or motto.

    *   Is it Sense 2 (the general study)? While it's a course, "educational philosophy" as a subject usually focuses on the various *doctrines* or *schools of thought* (Sense 1) regarding education.
    *   Is it Sense 1 (a system of beliefs/doctrine)? "Educational philosophy" often refers to the body of doctrines/isms (like Progressivism) that guide educational practice.
    *   Let's re-read: "...passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy."
    *   Usually, when referring to a field of study that encompasses various "isms" or authoritative systems of belief within a professional context, Sense 1 is a strong candidate. However, Sense 2 is the broad academic discipline.
    *   Wait, let's look at the distinction between 1 and 2 again.
        *   Sense 1: "a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school" (e.g., Marxism, Stoicism).
        *   Sense 2: "the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics" (the academic discipline).
    *   "Educational philosophy" as a course of study is the *rational investigation* (Sense 2) of the *systems of belief* (Sense 1) regarding education.
    *   However, in the context of "educational psychology and educational philosophy," it's referring to the academic subject/field.
    *   Let's check if "educational philosophy" fits better as a "system of beliefs" (Sense 1) or the "rational investigation" (Sense 2).
    *   Actually, looking at the context "passed courses in...", it refers to the academic discipline.
    *   But wait, "educational philosophy" is often used to mean the specific *doctrine* one follows.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1: "doctrine, philosophical system, school of thought, ism".
    *   The author is criticizing "Progressive education" (an "ism"). He says teachers feel like professionals because they took courses in "educational philosophy" (the study of these isms/doctrines).
    *   In many dictionary datasets (like WordNet), "philosophy" as a field of study is Sense 2. "Philosophy" as a set of beliefs/doctrine is Sense 1.
    *   If you take a course in "Philosophy", you are studying the rational investigation (Sense 2).
    *   If you take a course in "Educational Philosophy", you are studying the rational investigation of education.
    *   Let's compare with Sense 1 again. Is "educational philosophy" a "system of beliefs accepted as authoritative"? Not the *course* itself, but the *content* of the course.
    *   Usually, "courses in [Subject]" refers to the subject as a field of study.
    *   Field of study = Sense 2.

    *   Sense 1: Doctrine/Ism.
    *   Sense 2: Academic discipline/Rational investigation.
    *   Sense 3: Personal approach.
    *   "Courses in educational philosophy" -> The study of the field. This aligns most closely with Sense 2.

    *   Wait, let me think about this again. Is "educational philosophy" more of a "school of thought" (Sense 1) or the "rational investigation" (Sense 2)?
    *   If I say "I study philosophy," I mean Sense 2.
    *   If I say "My philosophy is to be kind," I mean Sense 3.
    *   If I say "The philosophy of Plato," I mean Sense 1.
    *   "Educational philosophy" as a course is the study of the philosophies (Sense 1) of education. But the *subject* itself is the rational investigation (Sense 2).

    *   Let's look at the context again: "It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a 'profession,' since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy."
    *   The author is being slightly sarcastic. He's saying they feel like professionals because they've studied these academic subjects.
    *   Academic subjects = Sense 2.

    *   Let's double-check Sense 1: "a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school".
    *   Is "educational philosophy" a single system of beliefs? No, it's a field that contains many.
    *   Therefore, Sense 2 (the investigation/study) is the most appropriate for the academic course.

    *   Wait, let me search for this specific example in NLP datasets (like WordNet or similar). Often, "philosophy" in "philosophy of [X]" or "educational philosophy" is categorized.
    *   Actually, looking at the options again:
        1. doctrine, philosophical system, school of thought, ism
        2. the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics
        3. any personal belief about how to live or how to deal with a situation
    *   If the course is about "educational philosophy," it's the study of the *doctrines* of education.
    *   But "philosophy" as a course is almost always Sense 2.

    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school".
    *   If the author meant "they passed courses in [a specific] educational philosophy," it would be Sense 1. But it says "educational philosophy" (the field).

    *   Let's consider if it could be Sense 1. "Educational philosophy" could be seen as a "school of thought" in the broad sense, but that's unlikely.

    *   Let's consider Sense 2 again. "The rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics." Does "educational philosophy" fit this? Yes, it's the rational investigation of questions about education (which involves knowledge/epistemology and ethics).

    *   Let's consider Sense 3. "Any personal belief..." No, "courses in..." precludes this.

    *   Comparing 1 and 2 again.
        Sense 1: "The philosophy of the Enlightenment" (a system of beliefs).
        Sense 2: "He is a professor of philosophy" (the academic discipline).
        "Courses in educational philosophy" is very similar to "professor of philosophy."

    *   Therefore, Sense 2 is the most likely.

    *   *Self-Correction/Double Check:*
        Wait, let me look at the context one more time. "Progressive education... is far more interesting... It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a 'profession,' since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy."
        The author is contrasting "common sense" and "disciplined instruction" with "Progressive education" and the academic credentials ("educational psychology and educational philosophy").
        This reinforces that he's talking about the academic fields of study.

    *   Sense 2: "the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics".
    *   Does "educational philosophy" fit this? Yes, it's the application of that rational investigation to the field of education.

    *   Is there any chance it's Sense 1? "a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school".
    *   If "educational philosophy" is treated as a synonym for "educational doctrine," then Sense 1. But "courses in..." strongly points to the discipline.

    *   Let's think about how "philosophy" is used in "philosophy of science" or "philosophy of law." These are branches of the academic discipline (Sense 2).

    *   Final check:
        Sense 1: Doctrine/Ism.
        Sense 2: Academic discipline.
        Sense 3: Personal approach.
        "Courses in educational philosophy" -> Academic discipline.

    *   Wait, let me search for this specific text. It's from "The Case Against Progressive Education" or similar critiques. The author is likely referring to the academic study.

    *   Let's re-read the senses one more time.
        1. a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
        2. the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics
        3. any personal belief about how to live or how to deal with a situation

        If I have to choose between 1 and 2 for "courses in educational philosophy," 2 is the standard for the field of study.

    *   *Wait*, let me think about this from another angle. Is "educational philosophy" a *system of beliefs* (Sense 1) that teachers are taught?
        The author says "Progressive education" (an ism/Sense 1) is what they actually like. He then says they take courses in "educational philosophy" (the field/Sense 2) to feel like professionals.
        This contrast suggests that "educational philosophy" is the academic umbrella (Sense 2) under which "Progressive education" (Sense 1) is taught.

    *   Conclusion remains Sense 2.


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

Context: The education establishment will fight against common sense every inch of the way. The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself <t>took</t> such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses.

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

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reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I myself <t>took</t> such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher."
    *   Target word: "took" (past tense of "take").
    *   Meaning in context: The speaker attended or was a student in certain courses in college.

    *   1: carry out (action/steps) - No.
    *   2: require (time/space) - No.
    *   3: take somebody somewhere - No.
    *   4: get into one's hands - No.
    *   5: take on a form/attribute - No.
    *   6: interpret - No.
    *   7: take something with oneself - No.
    *   8: take into possession - No.
    *   9: travel by transportation - No.
    *   10: pick out/select - No.
    *   11: receive willingly - No.
    *   12: assume position/role - No.
    *   13: take into consideration - No.
    *   14: require as useful/proper - No.
    *   15: experience or feel or submit to (e.g., "Take a test") - Close, but "taking a course" is more about studying.
    *   16: make a film/photo - No.
    *   17: remove - No.
    *   18: consume - No.
    *   19: accept/undergo unwillingly - No.
    *   20: make use of/accept for purpose - No.
    *   21: take by force - No.
    *   22: occupy or take on (position) - No.
    *   23: admit into a group - No.
    *   24: ascertain by measuring - No.
    *   25: be a student of a certain subject | synonyms=learn, study, read | examples=She is reading for the bar exam - This fits perfectly. "Taking a course" means being a student of that course.
    *   26: undesirable consequence - No.
    *   27: head into a direction - No.
    *   28: point/cause to go towards - No.
    *   29: be seized/affected - No.
    *   30: have with oneself - No.
    *   31: engage for service (rent/lease) - No.
    *   32: receive/obtain regularly (subscribe) - No.
    *   33: buy/select - No.
    *   34: get into a position of having (safety) - No.
    *   35: have sex with - No.
    *   36: lay claim to - No.
    *   37: designed to hold - No.
    *   38: capable of holding - No.
    *   39: develop a habit - No.
    *   40: proceed along in a vehicle - No.
    *   41: obtain by winning - No.
    *   42: be stricken by illness - No.

    *   Sense 25: "be a student of a certain subject | synonyms=learn, study, read | examples=She is reading for the bar exam".
    *   Context: "I myself took such courses in college".
    *   Matching: "Took courses" = "was a student of those courses" = "studied those courses".

    *   Sense 15 mentions "Take a test", but "taking a course" is the process of studying, not just the act of taking a single test. Sense 25 is more specific to being a student of a subject.

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

Context: The education establishment will fight against common sense every inch of the way. The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such <t>courses</t> in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses.

Senses:
1. definition=education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings | synonyms=course of study, course of instruction, class | examples=he took a course in basket weaving; flirting is not unknown in college classes
2. definition=a connected series of events or actions or developments | synonyms=line | examples=the government took a firm course; historians can only point out those lines for which evidence is available
3. definition=general line of orientation | synonyms=trend | examples=the river takes a southern course; the northeastern trend of the coast
4. definition=a mode of action | synonyms=course of action | examples=if you persist in that course you will surely fail; once a nation is embarked on a course of action it becomes extremely difficult for any retraction to take place
5. definition=a line or route along which something travels or moves | synonyms=path, track | examples=the hurricane demolished houses in its path; the track of an animal
6. definition=a body of students who are taught together | synonyms=class, form, grade | examples=early morning classes are always sleepy
7. definition=part of a meal served at one time | examples=she prepared a three course meal
8. definition=(construction) a layer of masonry | synonyms=row | examples=a course of bricks
9. definition=facility consisting of a circumscribed area of land or water laid out for a sport | examples=the course had only nine holes; the course was less than a mile

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a 'profession,' since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such <t>courses</t> in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher."
    *   Target word: "courses" (plural of "course").
    *   Contextual clues: "passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy", "took such courses in college", "schoolteacher".

    *   Sense 1: education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings (course of study, class).
    *   Sense 2: a connected series of events or actions or developments (line).
    *   Sense 3: general line of orientation (trend).
    *   Sense 4: a mode of action (course of action).
    *   Sense 5: a line or route along which something travels or moves (path, track).
    *   Sense 6: a body of students who are taught together (class, form, grade).
    *   Sense 7: part of a meal served at one time.
    *   Sense 8: (construction) a layer of masonry (row).
    *   Sense 9: facility consisting of a circumscribed area of land or water laid out for a sport.

    *   The context refers to "courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy" taken in "college".
    *   This clearly matches Sense 1: "education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings" (course of study, class).

    *   Sense 6 refers to the *students* (the class), whereas Sense 1 refers to the *instruction* (the course of study). The text says "passed courses" and "took such courses", which refers to the instruction/curriculum, not the group of students.


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

Context: The education establishment will fight against common sense every inch of the way. The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in <t>college</t>, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses.

Senses:
1. definition=the body of faculty and students of a college
2. definition=an institution of higher education created to educate and grant degrees; often a part of a university
3. definition=a complex of buildings in which an institution of higher education is housed

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I myself took such courses in <t>college</t>, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher."
    *   Target word: "college"
    *   Senses:
        1.  The body of faculty and students (the people).
        2.  An institution of higher education created to educate and grant degrees (the institution/educational experience).
        3.  A complex of buildings (the physical structure).

    *   The speaker says they "took such courses in college".
    *   Taking courses happens *at* or *within* an educational institution.
    *   It doesn't refer to the group of people (Sense 1) or specifically the physical buildings (Sense 3), but rather the period of study or the institution providing the education (Sense 2).

    *   Sense 1: "the body of faculty and students" - Incorrect.
    *   Sense 2: "an institution of higher education created to educate and grant degrees" - Correct.
    *   Sense 3: "a complex of buildings" - Incorrect.


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

Context: The education establishment will fight against common sense every inch of the way. The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, <t>thinking</t> I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses.

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

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I myself took such courses in college, <t>thinking</t> I might end up a schoolteacher."
    *   Target word: "thinking" (from "think").

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; believe, consider, conceive. (e.g., "I think he is very smart")
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose; opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess. (e.g., "I imagine she earned a lot of money")
    *   Sense 3: use or exercise the mind to make inferences/decisions. (e.g., "I've been thinking all day")
    *   Sense 4: recall knowledge from memory. (e.g., "I can't think what her last name was")
    *   Sense 5: imagine or visualize. (e.g., "Just think--you could be rich one day!")
    *   Sense 6: focus attention on a certain state. (e.g., "Think big")
    *   Sense 7: have in mind as a purpose; intend, mean. (e.g., "I only meant to help you")
    *   Sense 8: decide by pondering. (e.g., "Can you think what to do next?")
    *   Sense 9: ponder; reflect on. (e.g., "Think the matter through")
    *   Sense 10: dispose the mind in a certain way. (e.g., "Do you really think so?")
    *   Sense 11: have or formulate in the mind. (e.g., "think good thoughts")
    *   Sense 12: be capable of conscious thought. (e.g., "Man is the only creature that thinks")
    *   Sense 13: bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation. (e.g., "thought herself into a state of panic")

    *   "I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher."
    *   In this sentence, "thinking" describes the state of mind or the belief the speaker had at the time they took the courses.
    *   It means "believing that," "supposing that," or "under the impression that."
    *   Let's compare this to the senses:
        *   Sense 1: judge or regard (e.g., "I think he is smart"). This is close, but usually refers to an opinion about someone/something.
        *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose (e.g., "I imagine she earned a lot of money"; "I thought to find her in a bad state"). This fits well. The speaker *supposed* or *believed* they might become a schoolteacher.
        *   Sense 7: intend, mean. (e.g., "I only meant to help you"). While there's a hint of intention, "thinking I might end up" is more about a belief or expectation of a future possibility than a firm intention.

    *   "I took such courses... thinking I might end up a schoolteacher."
    *   Substitute Sense 2: "I took such courses... supposing/believing I might end up a schoolteacher." (Fits perfectly).
    *   Substitute Sense 1: "I took such courses... judging/regarding that I might end up a schoolteacher." (Doesn't fit as well).
    *   Substitute Sense 7: "I took such courses... intending that I might end up a schoolteacher." (Close, but "thinking I might" is more about the belief/supposition than the intent).

    *   Sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose | synonyms=opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess | examples=I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel; I thought to find her in a bad state"
    *   The example "I thought to find her in a bad state" is a bit archaic/specific, but "I imagine she earned a lot of money" matches the "I might end up a schoolteacher" structure (supposition about a state of affairs).

    *   Sense 1 is more about opinion/judgment ("I think he is smart").
    *   Sense 2 is more about supposition/expectation ("I think/thought it might rain", "I thought I might end up...").

    The speaker is describing a belief or supposition they held in the past. Sense 2 fits best.


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

Context: The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all <t>fairly</t> be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment.

Senses:
1. definition=to a moderately sufficient extent or degree | synonyms=reasonably, moderately, pretty, jolly, somewhat, middling | examples=pretty big; pretty bad
2. definition=without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner | synonyms=fair, evenhandedly | examples=deal fairly with one another
3. definition=in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating | synonyms=fair, clean | examples=they played fairly

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all <t>fairly</t> be described as 'pap' courses."
    *   Target word: "fairly"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Moderately sufficient extent/degree (reasonably, pretty).
        2.  Without favoring one party (evenhandedly).
        3.  In conformity with rules/laws (clean, without cheating).

    *   The author is talking about courses they took in college.
    *   The author claims these courses "could all fairly be described as 'pap' courses."
    *   "Pap" usually means something bland, simplistic, or lacking substance.
    *   The author is saying that calling them "pap courses" is a *justified* or *accurate* description.

    *   Sense 1: "moderately sufficient extent" (e.g., "fairly big"). Does "moderately described as pap courses" make sense? No.
    *   Sense 2: "without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner" (e.g., "deal fairly"). Does "evenhandedly be described as pap courses" make sense? It's closer, as it implies justice or accuracy in the judgment.
    *   Sense 3: "in conformity with the rules or laws" (e.g., "played fairly"). Does "legally be described as pap courses" make sense? No.

    *   Wait, let me re-evaluate Sense 2. "Fairly" in the sense of "justifiably" or "rightly" often falls under the umbrella of "fair" meaning just or equitable.
    *   Let's look at the provided senses again.
        1. moderately
        2. without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner
        3. in conformity with rules/laws
    *   Is there a sense of "fairly" meaning "justifiably"?
    *   Example: "He could fairly be called a genius." -> It is just/right to call him a genius.
    *   This aligns most closely with Sense 2 (evenhanded/just), although Sense 2 emphasizes "without favoring one party."
    *   Let's check if Sense 1 fits. "They could all moderately be described as pap courses." No.
    *   Let's check Sense 3. "They could all legally be described as pap courses." No.

    *   Sense 2: "without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner".
    *   If someone says "It is fair to say that...", they mean it is a just or accurate statement. This is an extension of being "evenhanded" or "just."

    *   "They could all fairly be described as 'pap' courses."
    *   Meaning: It would be just/accurate/right to describe them as such.
    *   Comparing to the options:
        1. moderately (No)
        2. evenhandedly/justly (Yes)
        3. legally/without cheating (No)

    *   Sense 2 is the only one that fits the concept of "justifiably" or "rightly."


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

Context: The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be <t>described</t> as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment.

Senses:
1. definition=give a description of | synonyms=depict, draw | examples=He drew an elaborate plan of attack
2. definition=to give an account or representation of in words | synonyms=report, account | examples=Discreet Italian police described it in a manner typically continental
3. definition=make a mark or lines on a surface | synonyms=trace, draw, line, delineate | examples=draw a line; trace the outline of a figure in the sand
4. definition=identify as in botany or biology, for example | synonyms=identify, discover, key, key out, distinguish, name

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be <t>described</t> as 'pap' courses."
    *   Target word: "described"
    *   Meaning in context: The author is saying that the courses could be characterized or called "pap" courses. He is using words to represent the nature of the courses.

    *   Sense 1: "give a description of" (synonyms: depict, draw; example: "He drew an elaborate plan of attack"). This seems more about visual depiction or a detailed layout.
    *   Sense 2: "to give an account or representation of in words" (synonyms: report, account; example: "Discreet Italian police described it in a manner typically continental"). This fits the act of characterizing something using words.
    *   Sense 3: "make a mark or lines on a surface" (synonyms: trace, draw, line, delineate; example: "draw a line"). This is definitely not it.
    *   Sense 4: "identify as in botany or biology" (synonyms: identify, discover, key, key out, distinguish, name). This is a technical identification, not a general characterization.

    *   The author is characterizing the courses as "pap" courses.
    *   This is a representation in words.
    *   Sense 2 fits best: "to give an account or representation of in words".

    *   Sense 1 is often used for visual descriptions or detailed lists of features.
    *   Sense 2 is more about reporting or characterizing.
    *   In "described as 'pap' courses", the author is assigning a label/characterization. This falls under giving an account or representation in words.


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

Context: The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "<t>pap</t> "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment.

Senses:
1. definition=worthless or oversimplified ideas | synonyms=pablum
2. definition=a diet that does not require chewing; advised for those with intestinal disorders | synonyms=soft diet, spoon food
3. definition=the small projection of a mammary gland | synonyms=nipple, mammilla, mamilla, teat, tit

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing "Progressive education" vs. "disciplined instruction." The author mentions taking courses in educational psychology and philosophy in college and describes them as "<t>pap</t>" courses.
    *   Target word: "pap"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Worthless or oversimplified ideas (synonym: pablum).
        2.  A diet that does not require chewing (soft diet).
        3.  The small projection of a mammary gland (nipple).

    *   The author is criticizing certain college courses (educational psychology and philosophy) in the context of "Progressive education."
    *   The tone is critical ("irksome tests," "disappointing results," "unfair to dump on teachers").
    *   Calling a course "pap" suggests that the content was simplistic, lacking substance, or intellectually unsatisfying.

    *   Sense 1: "worthless or oversimplified ideas" fits perfectly. It describes intellectually thin or simplistic material.
    *   Sense 2: "a diet that does not require chewing" is literal food. While "pap" can be used metaphorically for "soft" ideas (like pablum), the definition provided here is specifically about a diet for intestinal disorders.
    *   Sense 3: "small projection of a mammary gland" is anatomical and completely irrelevant to college courses.

    *   The word "pap" in this context is used metaphorically to mean simplistic or worthless intellectual content. This aligns with Sense 1.


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

Context: The reasons are complex, but one simple reason ought not to be underestimated. "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "<t>courses</t>. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment.

Senses:
1. definition=education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings | synonyms=course of study, course of instruction, class | examples=he took a course in basket weaving; flirting is not unknown in college classes
2. definition=a connected series of events or actions or developments | synonyms=line | examples=the government took a firm course; historians can only point out those lines for which evidence is available
3. definition=general line of orientation | synonyms=trend | examples=the river takes a southern course; the northeastern trend of the coast
4. definition=a mode of action | synonyms=course of action | examples=if you persist in that course you will surely fail; once a nation is embarked on a course of action it becomes extremely difficult for any retraction to take place
5. definition=a line or route along which something travels or moves | synonyms=path, track | examples=the hurricane demolished houses in its path; the track of an animal
6. definition=a body of students who are taught together | synonyms=class, form, grade | examples=early morning classes are always sleepy
7. definition=part of a meal served at one time | examples=she prepared a three course meal
8. definition=(construction) a layer of masonry | synonyms=row | examples=a course of bricks
9. definition=facility consisting of a circumscribed area of land or water laid out for a sport | examples=the course had only nine holes; the course was less than a mile

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as 'pap' <t>courses</t>."
    *   Target word: "courses"
    *   Contextual clues: "took such courses in college", "schoolteacher", "educational psychology and educational philosophy".

    *   Sense 1: education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings (course of study, class).
    *   Sense 2: connected series of events or actions (line).
    *   Sense 3: general line of orientation (trend).
    *   Sense 4: a mode of action (course of action).
    *   Sense 5: a line or route along which something travels (path, track).
    *   Sense 6: a body of students who are taught together (class, form, grade).
    *   Sense 7: part of a meal.
    *   Sense 8: layer of masonry.
    *   Sense 9: facility for a sport (golf course, race course).

    *   The context refers to "courses in college" and specifically mentions "educational psychology and educational philosophy". This clearly refers to educational programs or classes.
    *   Sense 1 matches perfectly: "education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings".


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

Context: "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on <t>teachers</t>, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching.

Senses:
1. definition=a person whose occupation is teaching | synonyms=instructor
2. definition=a personified abstraction that teaches | examples=books were his teachers; experience is a demanding teacher

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing "Progressive education" vs. "disciplined instruction," mentioning teachers' preferences, their self-definition as a profession, courses in educational psychology/philosophy, and the distinction between teachers and the educational establishment.
    *   Target word: `<t>teachers</t>` in the sentence "But it is unfair to dump on <t>teachers</t>, as distinct from the educational establishment."

    *   Sense 1: "a person whose occupation is teaching" (synonym: instructor).
    *   Sense 2: "a personified abstraction that teaches" (examples: books, experience).

    *   The text talks about people who take courses in college, have a profession, are "seriously committed to conscientious teaching," and are distinct from the "educational establishment."
    *   These are clearly human beings whose job is to teach.
    *   This matches Sense 1.


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

Context: "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as <t>distinct</t> from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching.

Senses:
1. definition=(often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality | synonyms=distinguishable | examples=plants of several distinct types; the word `nationalism' is used in at least two distinct senses
2. definition=easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined | examples=a distinct flavor; a distinct odor of turpentine
3. definition=constituting a separate entity or part | synonyms=discrete | examples=a government with three discrete divisions; on two distinct occasions
4. definition=recognizable; marked | synonyms=decided | examples=noticed a distinct improvement; at a distinct (or decided) disadvantage
5. definition=clearly or sharply defined to the mind | synonyms=clear-cut, trenchant | examples=clear-cut evidence of tampering; Claudius was the first to invade Britain with distinct...intentions of conquest

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as <t>distinct</t> from the educational establishment."
    *   Target word: "distinct"
    *   Usage: "as distinct from"

    *   Sense 1: "not alike; different in nature or quality" (often followed by 'from'). Synonyms: distinguishable. Examples: "plants of several distinct types", "two distinct senses".
    *   Sense 2: "easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined". Examples: "distinct flavor", "distinct odor".
    *   Sense 3: "constituting a separate entity or part". Synonyms: discrete. Examples: "three discrete divisions", "two distinct occasions".
    *   Sense 4: "recognizable; marked". Synonyms: decided. Examples: "distinct improvement", "distinct disadvantage".
    *   Sense 5: "clearly or sharply defined to the mind". Synonyms: clear-cut, trenchant. Examples: "distinct intentions".

    *   The phrase "as distinct from" is used to contrast two groups: "teachers" and "the educational establishment".
    *   The author is saying that teachers are different from the educational establishment.
    *   Sense 1 specifically mentions "often followed by 'from'" and means "not alike; different in nature or quality".

    *   Sense 1: "not alike; different in nature or quality" (Matches "as distinct from").
    *   Sense 2: Perceivability (Doesn't fit).
    *   Sense 3: Separate entity/discrete (Close, but Sense 1's "different in nature" and the "followed by 'from'" clue are stronger).
    *   Sense 4: Recognizable/marked (Doesn't fit).
    *   Sense 5: Clear-cut (Doesn't fit).

    *   The phrase "as distinct from" is a common idiom meaning "different from" or "as opposed to". This aligns perfectly with Sense 1.


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

Context: "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the <t>educational</t> establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching.

Senses:
1. definition=relating to the process of education | examples=educational psychology
2. definition=providing knowledge | examples=an educational film

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the <t>educational</t> establishment."
    *   Target word: "educational"
    *   Senses:
        1.  relating to the process of education (e.g., educational psychology)
        2.  providing knowledge (e.g., an educational film)

    *   The phrase is "educational establishment".
    *   "Educational establishment" refers to the system, institutions, and administration involved in education (schools, boards, ministries, etc.).
    *   Does it mean "providing knowledge establishment" (Sense 2)? No.
    *   Does it mean "relating to the process of education establishment" (Sense 1)? Yes. It describes the nature of the establishment (it's an establishment *of* or *relating to* education).

    *   Sense 1: "relating to the process of education". This fits perfectly. The "educational establishment" is the organizational structure relating to the process of education.
    *   Sense 2: "providing knowledge". This describes something that *teaches* you something (like a documentary or a book). An "establishment" doesn't "provide knowledge" in the same way a film does; rather, it is the entity that manages the process.

    *   The word "educational" in "educational establishment" is used in the sense of "relating to education".


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

Context: "Progressive education "(as it was once called) is far more interesting and agreeable to teachers than is disciplined instruction. It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational <t>establishment</t>. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of forming or establishing something | synonyms=constitution, formation, organization, organisation | examples=the constitution of a PTA group last year; it was the establishment of his reputation
2. definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose | synonyms=institution
3. definition=the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something | synonyms=administration, governance, governing body, brass, organization, organisation | examples=he claims that the present administration is corrupt; the governance of an association is responsible to its members
4. definition=a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence
5. definition=any large organization
6. definition=(ecology) the process by which a plant or animal becomes established in a new habitat | synonyms=ecesis
7. definition=the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof | synonyms=validation

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational <t>establishment</t>."
    *   The sentence contrasts "teachers" (the individuals doing the teaching) with the "educational establishment" (the system, the administration, the people in power who run the education system).

    *   Sense 1: The act of forming or establishing something (process). -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 2: An organization founded and united for a specific purpose (institution). -> Possible, but maybe too broad.
    *   Sense 3: The persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something (administration, governance, governing body). -> Fits well, as it contrasts the rank-and-file teachers with those who run the system.
    *   Sense 4: A public or private structure (buildings/equipment). -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 5: Any large organization. -> Possible, but Sense 3 is more specific to the power structure implied by "establishment" in this context.
    *   Sense 6: Ecology (plants/animals). -> Doesn't fit.
    *   Sense 7: Cognitive process of proof. -> Doesn't fit.

    *   The phrase "the establishment" often refers to the dominant group or elite that controls a particular society or organization.
    *   In the context "teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment," the author is distinguishing between the practitioners (teachers) and the administrative/governing body (the establishment).
    *   Sense 3 specifically mentions "the persons... who make up a body for the purpose of administering something" and lists "administration" and "governing body" as synonyms. This aligns perfectly with the usage here.

    *   Sense 2 (institution) is a general organization.
    *   Sense 3 (administration/governing body) is the power structure.
    *   The contrast "teachers vs. establishment" strongly implies the power structure/administration.


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

Context: It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I <t>know</t> many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition.

Senses:
1. definition=be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about | synonyms=cognize, cognise | examples=I know that the President lied to the people; I want to know who is winning the game!
2. definition=know how to do or perform something | examples=She knows how to knit; Does your husband know how to cook?
3. definition=be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt | examples=I know that I left the key on the table; Galileo knew that the earth moves around the sun
4. definition=be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object | examples=She doesn't know this composer; Do you know my sister?
5. definition=have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations | synonyms=experience, live | examples=I know the feeling!; have you ever known hunger?
6. definition=accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | synonyms=acknowledge, recognize, recognise | examples=The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne; We do not recognize your gods
7. definition=have fixed in the mind | examples=I know Latin; This student knows her irregular verbs
8. definition=have sexual intercourse with | synonyms=sleep together, roll in the hay, love, make out, make love, sleep with | examples=This student sleeps with everyone in her dorm; Adam knew Eve
9. definition=know the nature or character of | examples=we all knew her as a big show-off
10. definition=be able to distinguish, recognize as being different | examples=The child knows right from wrong
11. definition=perceive as familiar | examples=I know this voice!

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I <t>know</t> many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching."
    *   Target word: "know"

    *   Sense 1: Cognizant of a fact/information (e.g., "I know that...").
    *   Sense 2: Know how to do something (skill).
    *   Sense 3: Aware of the truth/belief (e.g., "I know that I left the key...").
    *   Sense 4: Familiar or acquainted with a person or object (e.g., "Do you know my sister?").
    *   Sense 5: Firsthand knowledge of states/emotions (e.g., "I know the feeling").
    *   Sense 6: Accept power/authority (e.g., "recognize your gods").
    *   Sense 7: Fixed in the mind (e.g., "I know Latin").
    *   Sense 8: Sexual intercourse.
    *   Sense 9: Know the nature or character of (e.g., "knew her as a big show-off").
    *   Sense 10: Distinguish/recognize difference (e.g., "know right from wrong").
    *   Sense 11: Perceive as familiar (e.g., "I know this voice").

    *   The speaker says, "I know many schoolteachers."
    *   This means the speaker is acquainted with or familiar with these people.
    *   Comparing this to the senses:
        *   Sense 4: "be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object" (Example: "Do you know my sister?"). This fits perfectly.
        *   Sense 9: "know the nature or character of" (Example: "we all knew her as a big show-off"). While the speaker goes on to describe their character ("seriously committed"), the primary meaning of "I know many schoolteachers" is that they are acquainted with them. Sense 4 is the most direct fit for "knowing people."

    *   "I know many schoolteachers" $\approx$ "I am acquainted with many schoolteachers."
    *   Sense 4: "be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object."


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

Context: It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are <t>seriously</t> committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition.

Senses:
1. definition=in a serious manner | synonyms=earnestly, in earnest | examples=talking earnestly with his son; she started studying snakes in earnest
2. definition=to a severe or serious degree | synonyms=badly, severely, gravely | examples=fingers so badly frozen they had to be amputated; badly injured

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are <t>seriously</t> committed to conscientious teaching."
    *   Target word: "seriously"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  `in a serious manner` (earnestly, in earnest)
        2.  `to a severe or serious degree` (badly, severely, gravely)

    *   The sentence says teachers are "seriously committed to conscientious teaching."
    *   Does "seriously" here mean "in a serious manner/earnestly" (deeply, sincerely) or "to a severe/bad degree" (like "seriously injured")?
    *   "Seriously committed" means they are deeply or sincerely committed. This aligns with "earnestly" or "in earnest."

    *   Sense 1: "in a serious manner | synonyms=earnestly, in earnest". This fits the idea of being deeply/sincerely committed.
    *   Sense 2: "to a severe or serious degree | synonyms=badly, severely, gravely". This is used for negative outcomes (e.g., seriously ill, seriously damaged). Being "seriously committed" to teaching is a positive or neutral trait, not a "severe" or "grave" condition in the sense of injury or damage.

    *   The correct sense is 1.


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

Context: It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously <t>committed</t> to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition.

Senses:
1. definition=bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude | examples=committed church members; a committed Marxist
2. definition=associated in an exclusive sexual relationship | synonyms=attached

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously <t>committed</t> to conscientious teaching."
    *   Target word: "committed"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude (e.g., committed church members, committed Marxist).
        2.  Associated in an exclusive sexual relationship (e.g., attached).

    *   The sentence says teachers are "seriously committed to conscientious teaching."
    *   "Conscientious teaching" is a cause, action, or professional attitude.
    *   The context describes the teachers' dedication to their profession.

    *   Sense 1: Fits perfectly. Dedication to a cause/attitude (conscientious teaching).
    *   Sense 2: Does not fit. There is no mention of a sexual relationship.

    *   The correct sense is 1.


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

Context: It is nice for teachers to think they are engaged in "personality development "and even nicer to minimize those irksome tests with often disappointing results. It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious <t>teaching</t>. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition.

Senses:
1. definition=the profession of a teacher | synonyms=instruction, pedagogy | examples=he prepared for teaching while still in college; pedagogy is recognized as an important profession
2. definition=a doctrine that is taught | synonyms=precept, commandment | examples=the teachings of religion; he believed all the Christian precepts
3. definition=the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill | synonyms=education, instruction, pedagogy, didactics, educational activity | examples=he received no formal education; our instruction was carefully programmed

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious <t>teaching</t>."
    *   Target word: "teaching"

    *   Sense 1: "the profession of a teacher" (Synonyms: instruction, pedagogy). Example: "he prepared for teaching while still in college".
    *   Sense 2: "a doctrine that is taught" (Synonyms: precept, commandment). Example: "the teachings of religion".
    *   Sense 3: "the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill" (Synonyms: education, instruction, pedagogy, didactics, educational activity). Example: "he received no formal education".

    *   The sentence is: "...they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching."
    *   Here, "teaching" refers to the act or activity of instructing students.
    *   Is it the *profession* (Sense 1)? While teachers are in a profession, "committed to conscientious teaching" usually refers to the *act* of teaching (the practice) rather than the profession as a whole.
    *   Is it a *doctrine* (Sense 2)? No.
    *   Is it the *activity* of educating/instructing (Sense 3)? Yes. "Conscientious teaching" describes the way they perform the activity of instructing.

    *   Sense 1 focuses on the career/profession.
    *   Sense 3 focuses on the act/activity of instructing.
    *   "Committed to conscientious teaching" implies the quality of the instruction they provide.
    *   Let's look at the examples again.
        *   Sense 1: "prepared for teaching" (career path).
        *   Sense 3: "received no formal education" (the activity).
    *   In the context "committed to conscientious teaching", it refers to the practice/activity of instructing students.

    *   Wait, let me re-read Sense 1 and Sense 3.
    *   Sense 1: "the profession of a teacher".
    *   Sense 3: "the activities of educating or instructing".
    *   If someone is "committed to conscientious teaching", they are committed to the *act* of teaching well. This aligns better with Sense 3.

    *   Let's double-check.
    *   "He is committed to his teaching" (the way he teaches - Sense 3).
    *   "He is committed to teaching" (the profession - Sense 1).
    *   The adjective "conscientious" modifies "teaching". You can't really have a "conscientious profession" in the same way you have "conscientious instruction/activity". You are a conscientious *professional*, but the *teaching* (the act) is conscientious.

    *   Therefore, Sense 3 is the most accurate.


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

Context: It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "<t>best</t> and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well.

Senses:
1. definition=(superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities | examples=the best film of the year; the best solution
2. definition=(comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable | synonyms=better | examples=it would be better to speak to him; the White House thought it best not to respond
3. definition=having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified | synonyms=good | examples=good news from the hospital; a good report card
4. definition=having the normally expected amount | synonyms=full, good | examples=gives full measure; gives good measure
5. definition=morally admirable | synonyms=good
6. definition=deserving of esteem and respect | synonyms=estimable, good, honorable, respectable | examples=all respectable companies give guarantees; ruined the family's good name
7. definition=promoting or enhancing well-being | synonyms=beneficial, good | examples=an arms limitation agreement beneficial to all countries; the beneficial effects of a temperate climate
8. definition=agreeable or pleasing | synonyms=good | examples=we all had a good time; good manners
9. definition=of moral excellence | synonyms=good, just, upright | examples=a genuinely good person; a just cause
10. definition=having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude | synonyms=adept, expert, good, practiced, proficient, skillful | examples=adept in handicrafts; an adept juggler
11. definition=thorough | synonyms=good | examples=had a good workout; gave the house a good cleaning
12. definition=with or in a close or intimate relationship | synonyms=dear, good, near | examples=a good friend; my sisters and brothers are near and dear
13. definition=financially sound | synonyms=dependable, good, safe, secure | examples=a good investment; a secure investment
14. definition=most suitable or right for a particular purpose | synonyms=good, right, ripe | examples=a good time to plant tomatoes; the right time to act
15. definition=resulting favorably | synonyms=good, well | examples=it's a good thing that I wasn't there; it is good that you stayed
16. definition=exerting force or influence | synonyms=effective, good, in effect, in force | examples=the law is effective immediately; a warranty good for two years
17. definition=capable of pleasing | synonyms=good | examples=good looks
18. definition=appealing to the mind | synonyms=good, serious | examples=good music; a serious book
19. definition=in excellent physical condition | synonyms=good, sound | examples=good teeth; I still have one good leg
20. definition=tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health | synonyms=good, salutary | examples=beneficial effects of a balanced diet; a good night's sleep
21. definition=not forged | synonyms=good, honest | examples=a good dollar bill
22. definition=not left to spoil | synonyms=good, undecomposed, unspoiled, unspoilt | examples=the meat is still good
23. definition=generally admired | synonyms=good | examples=good taste

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "They may not be among the '<t>best</t> and brightest' of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition."
    *   Target word: "best"
    *   Phrase: "best and brightest"

    *   "Best and brightest" is a common idiom referring to the most talented, intelligent, or capable people in a group.
    *   In this context, it refers to people with the most positive qualities (intelligence, skill, aptitude) relative to their generation.

    *   Sense 1: (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities. (Example: the best film of the year; the best solution).
    *   Sense 2: (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable. (Example: it would be better to speak to him).
    *   Sense 3: having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified. (Example: good news).
    *   Sense 4: having the normally expected amount. (Example: gives full measure).
    *   Sense 5: morally admirable.
    *   Sense 6: deserving of esteem and respect.
    *   Sense 7: promoting or enhancing well-being.
    *   Sense 8: agreeable or pleasing.
    *   Sense 9: of moral excellence.
    *   Sense 10: having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude. (Wait, this is "good" or "adept", but "best" is the superlative).
    *   Sense 11: thorough.
    *   Sense 12: close or intimate relationship.
    *   Sense 13: financially sound.
    *   Sense 14: most suitable or right for a particular purpose.
    *   Sense 15: resulting favorably.
    *   Sense 16: exerting force or influence.
    *   Sense 17: capable of pleasing.
    *   Sense 18: appealing to the mind.
    *   Sense 19: in excellent physical condition.
    *   Sense 20: tending to promote physical well-being.
    *   Sense 21: not forged.
    *   Sense 22: not left to spoil.
    *   Sense 23: generally admired.

    *   The phrase "best and brightest" uses "best" as the superlative of "good".
    *   Sense 1 specifically defines "best" as the superlative of `good` meaning "having the most positive qualities".
    *   Sense 10 describes "good" as "having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude", but the word in the text is "best", and Sense 1 is the general superlative form.
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 1: "definition=(superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities". This fits perfectly.

    *   Is it Sense 14 (most suitable)? No.
    *   Is it Sense 2 (advisable)? No.
    *   Is it Sense 10? Sense 10 is a definition for "good" (adept, expert), but the word used is "best". Usually, in these types of tasks, the superlative form maps back to the general superlative definition unless a specific superlative sense is provided. Sense 1 is the explicit superlative of "good".

    *   "Best and brightest" refers to the top tier of people in terms of quality/ability.
    *   Sense 1: "having the most positive qualities". This is the most accurate fit.


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

Context: It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and <t>brightest</t> "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well.

Senses:
1. definition=emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts | examples=the sun was bright and hot; a bright sunlit room
2. definition=having striking color | synonyms=brilliant, vivid | examples=bright dress; brilliant tapestries
3. definition=characterized by quickness and ease in learning | synonyms=smart | examples=some children are brighter in one subject than another; smart children talk earlier than the average
4. definition=having lots of light either natural or artificial | examples=the room was bright and airy; a stage bright with spotlights
5. definition=made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow | synonyms=burnished, lustrous, shining, shiny | examples=bright silver candlesticks; a burnished brass knocker
6. definition=splendid | examples=the bright stars of stage and screen; a bright moment in history
7. definition=not made dim or less bright | synonyms=undimmed | examples=undimmed headlights; surprisingly the curtain started to rise while the houselights were still undimmed
8. definition=clear and sharp and ringing | synonyms=brilliant | examples=the bright sound of the trumpet section; the brilliant sound of the trumpets
9. definition=characterized by happiness or gladness | examples=bright faces; all the world seems bright and gay
10. definition=full or promise | synonyms=hopeful, promising | examples=had a bright future in publishing; the scandal threatened an abrupt end to a promising political career

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "They may not be among the 'best and <t>brightest</t>' of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition."
    *   Target word: "brightest" (superlative of "bright").
    *   Phrase: "the best and brightest".

    *   Sense 1: Emitting/reflecting light (e.g., sun).
    *   Sense 2: Striking color (e.g., dress).
    *   Sense 3: Quickness and ease in learning / smart (e.g., smart children).
    *   Sense 4: Lots of light (e.g., bright room).
    *   Sense 5: Smooth/shiny (e.g., silver candlesticks).
    *   Sense 6: Splendid (e.g., stars of stage and screen).
    *   Sense 7: Not dim (e.g., headlights).
    *   Sense 8: Clear/sharp sound (e.g., trumpet).
    *   Sense 9: Happiness/gladness (e.g., bright faces).
    *   Sense 10: Full of promise/hopeful (e.g., bright future).

    *   The phrase "the best and brightest" is a common idiom referring to the most intelligent, talented, or capable people of a group.
    *   In the context of teachers and their education/generation, it refers to their intellectual capacity or academic achievement.
    *   This aligns perfectly with Sense 3: "characterized by quickness and ease in learning | synonyms=smart".

    *   Sense 3 is the correct match.


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

Context: It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their <t>generation</t> -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well.

Senses:
1. definition=all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age | synonyms=coevals, contemporaries
2. definition=group of genetically related organisms constituting a single step in the line of descent
3. definition=the normal time between successive generations | examples=they had to wait a generation for that prejudice to fade
4. definition=a stage of technological development or innovation | examples=the third generation of computers
5. definition=a coming into being | synonyms=genesis
6. definition=the production of heat or electricity | examples=dams were built for the generation of electricity
7. definition=the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production | synonyms=multiplication, propagation

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "They may not be among the 'best and brightest' of their <t>generation</t> -- there are very few such people, by definition."
    *   Target word: "generation"

    *   Sense 1: All people living at the same time or of approximately the same age (coevals, contemporaries).
    *   Sense 2: Group of genetically related organisms (line of descent).
    *   Sense 3: The normal time between successive generations.
    *   Sense 4: Stage of technological development.
    *   Sense 5: A coming into being (genesis).
    *   Sense 6: Production of heat or electricity.
    *   Sense 7: Act of producing offspring.

    *   The phrase "best and brightest of their generation" refers to the most talented people among those who are roughly the same age or living at the same time.
    *   This matches Sense 1: "all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age".

    *   Sense 1 fits perfectly.


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

Context: It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are <t>very</t> few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well.

Senses:
1. definition=used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal | synonyms=really, real, rattling | examples=she was very gifted; he played very well
2. definition=precisely so | examples=on the very next page; he expected the very opposite

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...there are <t>very</t> few such people, by definition."
    *   Target word: "very"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Intensifier (synonyms: really, real). Example: "she was very gifted".
        2.  Precisely so. Example: "on the very next page".

    *   The phrase is "very few".
    *   "Few" is a quantifier meaning "not many".
    *   "Very" here modifies "few" to emphasize the smallness of the number.
    *   Does it mean "really few" (intensifier)? Yes.
    *   Does it mean "precisely few"? No.

    *   Sense 1: Intensifier. (Matches "very few" -> "really few").
    *   Sense 2: Precisely so. (Does not match).


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

Context: It also provides teachers with a superior self-definition as a "profession, "since they will have passed courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy. I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such <t>people</t>, by definition. But they need not be to do their jobs well.

Senses:
1. definition=(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively | examples=old people; there were at least 200 people in the audience
2. definition=the body of citizens of a state or country | synonyms=citizenry | examples=the Spanish people
3. definition=members of a family line | examples=his people have been farmers for generations; are your people still alive?
4. definition=the common people generally | synonyms=multitude, masses, mass, hoi polloi, the great unwashed | examples=separate the warriors from the mass; power to the people

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "They may not be among the 'best and brightest' of their generation -- there are very few such <t>people</t>, by definition."
    *   Target word: "people"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Any group of human beings collectively (e.g., old people, 200 people).
        2.  Body of citizens of a state or country (e.g., the Spanish people).
        3.  Members of a family line (e.g., his people have been farmers).
        4.  The common people generally (e.g., power to the people).

    *   The sentence says: "They [teachers] may not be among the 'best and brightest' of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition."
    *   "Such people" refers back to "the 'best and brightest' of their generation."
    *   It is referring to a specific group of human beings (those who are the "best and brightest").

    *   Sense 1: "any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively". This fits perfectly. "The best and brightest" is a group of human beings.
    *   Sense 2: "body of citizens of a state or country". Not applicable here.
    *   Sense 3: "members of a family line". Not applicable here.
    *   Sense 4: "the common people generally". Not applicable here; in fact, "the best and brightest" is often contrasted with "the common people."

    *   The word "people" in "very few such people" refers to individuals who fit the description "best and brightest." This is a general reference to human beings.


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

Context: I myself took such courses in college, thinking I might end up a schoolteacher. They could all fairly be described as "pap "courses. But it is unfair to dump on teachers, as distinct from the educational establishment. I know many schoolteachers and, on the whole, they are seriously committed to conscientious teaching. They may not be among the "best and brightest "of their generation -- there are very few such people, by definition. But they need not be to do their <t>jobs</t> well. Yes, we all can remember one or two truly inspiring teachers from our school days.

Senses:
1. definition=the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money | synonyms=occupation, business, line of work, line | examples=he's not in my line of business
2. definition=a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee | synonyms=task, chore | examples=estimates of the city's loss on that job ranged as high as a million dollars; the job of repairing the engine took several hours
3. definition=a workplace; as in the expression | examples=on the job
4. definition=an object worked on; a result produced by working | examples=he held the job in his left hand and worked on it with his right
5. definition=the responsibility to do something | examples=it is their job to print the truth
6. definition=the performance of a piece of work | examples=she did an outstanding job as Ophelia; he gave it up as a bad job
7. definition=a damaging piece of work | examples=dry rot did the job of destroying the barn; the barber did a real job on my hair
8. definition=a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved | synonyms=problem | examples=she and her husband are having problems; it is always a job to contact him
9. definition=a Jewish hero in the Old Testament who maintained his faith in God in spite of afflictions that tested him
10. definition=any long-suffering person who withstands affliction without despairing
11. definition=(computer science) a program application that may consist of several steps but is a single logical unit
12. definition=a book in the Old Testament containing Job's pleas to God about his afflictions and God's reply | synonyms=Book of Job
13. definition=a crime (especially a robbery) | synonyms=caper | examples=the gang pulled off a bank job in St. Louis

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "But they need not be to do their <t>jobs</t> well."
    *   The subject is "schoolteachers."
    *   The sentence discusses the ability of teachers to perform their professional duties effectively.

    *   Sense 1: Principal activity to earn money (occupation/profession).
    *   Sense 2: Specific piece of work/task.
    *   Sense 3: Workplace.
    *   Sense 4: Object worked on.
    *   Sense 5: Responsibility to do something.
    *   Sense 6: Performance of a piece of work.
    *   Sense 7: Damaging piece of work.
    *   Sense 8: State of difficulty/problem.
    *   Sense 9: Biblical figure.
    *   Sense 10: Long-suffering person.
    *   Sense 11: Computer science program.
    *   Sense 12: Book of the Bible.
    *   Sense 13: Crime/robbery.

    *   The context refers to schoolteachers doing their "jobs" well.
    *   This refers to their profession or occupation (Sense 1) or the performance of their duties (Sense 6).
    *   Let's look closer at Sense 1 vs Sense 6.
        *   Sense 1: "the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money" (occupation).
        *   Sense 6: "the performance of a piece of work" (e.g., "she did an outstanding job as Ophelia").
    *   In "do their jobs well," "jobs" refers to their occupations/professions. If you "do your job well," you are performing the duties associated with your occupation.
    *   Wait, let's re-evaluate Sense 1 and Sense 6.
        *   "Do a good job" often refers to the *performance* (Sense 6).
        *   "Do one's job" often refers to the *occupation* or the *duties* of that occupation.
    *   Let's check Sense 1 again: "the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money".
    *   Let's check Sense 2: "a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty".
    *   Let's check Sense 5: "the responsibility to do something".
    *   In the phrase "do their jobs well," "jobs" refers to their professional roles/occupations.
    *   Comparing "do their jobs well" to the examples:
        *   Sense 1: "he's not in my line of business" (occupation).
        *   Sense 6: "she did an outstanding job as Ophelia" (performance).
    *   Actually, "do their jobs well" is a very common way to say "perform their professional duties effectively."
    *   Is it the *occupation* (1) or the *performance* (6)?
    *   If I say "I love my job," I usually mean my occupation (1).
    *   If I say "You did a great job," I mean the performance (6).
    *   If I say "He is doing his job," it can be either, but usually refers to the duties of his occupation.
    *   In "they need not be [the best and brightest] to do their jobs well," it refers to the professional role of a teacher.
    *   Let's look at Sense 1 again: "the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money".
    *   Let's look at Sense 6 again: "the performance of a piece of work".
    *   "Do their jobs well" -> "Perform their occupations well".
    *   Usually, "do one's job" refers to the occupation/role.
    *   Let's double-check Sense 1 vs Sense 2. Sense 2 is a "specific piece of work" (a task). Teaching is not a single task; it's an occupation.
    *   Let's double-check Sense 5. "The responsibility to do something." (e.g., "it is their job to print the truth"). This is close, but "do their jobs well" usually refers to the overall occupation.

    *   "do their jobs well"
    *   If "job" = occupation (Sense 1), the sentence means "perform their occupation well."
    *   If "job" = performance (Sense 6), the sentence means "perform their performance well" (which doesn't make sense).
    *   If "job" = responsibility (Sense 5), the sentence means "perform their responsibility well."
    *   Looking at the examples for Sense 1: "occupation, business, line of work".
    *   Looking at the examples for Sense 6: "she did an outstanding job as Ophelia". This is a specific performance of a role.
    *   In the context of schoolteachers, "their jobs" refers to their profession/occupation.

    *   Sense 1: Occupation.
    *   Sense 2: Task.
    *   Sense 5: Responsibility.
    *   Sense 6: Performance.
    *   "Do their jobs well" most naturally aligns with Sense 1 (their occupation/profession).

    *   Wait, let me think about "do a good job" vs "do one's job".
    *   "Do a good job" -> Sense 6 (performance).
    *   "Do one's job" -> Sense 1 (occupation/duty).
    *   "Do their jobs well" is similar to "do one's job".

    *   Sense 1: "the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money"
    *   Sense 2: "a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty"
    *   Sense 5: "the responsibility to do something"
    *   Sense 6: "the performance of a piece of work"
    *   In "do their jobs well," "jobs" refers to the professional role of teaching. This is their occupation.

    *   Sense 1: Occupation.
    *   Sense 2: Task.
    *   Sense 5: Responsibility.
    *   Sense 6: Performance.
    *   If the sentence was "They did a great job teaching the class," that would be Sense 6.
    *   But "do their jobs well" refers to the ongoing activity of their profession.

    *   Sense 1: "the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money"
    *   Sense 2: "a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty"
    *   Sense 5: "the responsibility to do something"
    *   Sense 6: "the performance of a piece of work"
    *   Actually, "do one's job" often means to fulfill the duties of one's *occupation*.
    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 2: "a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty".
    *   Is teaching a "specific piece of work" or a "principal activity"? It's a principal activity (occupation).

    *   Sense 1: Occupation.
    *   Sense 2: Task.
    *   Sense 5: Responsibility.
    *   Sense 6: Performance.
    *   "Do their jobs well" -> "Perform their occupation well."
    *   This fits Sense 1 best.