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

Context: In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to <t>think</t> they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

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: "It is silly libel on our teachers to <t>think</t> they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Target word: "think"

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge (believe, consider, conceive). Example: "I think he is very smart."
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose (opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess). Example: "I imagine she earned a lot of money..."
    *   Sense 3: use or exercise the mind... to make inferences, decisions... (cogitate, cerebrate). Example: "I've been thinking all day..."
    *   Sense 4: recall knowledge from memory. Example: "I can't think what her last name was."
    *   Sense 5: imagine or visualize. Example: "Just think--you could be rich one day!"
    *   Sense 6: focus one's attention on a certain state. Example: "Think big."
    *   Sense 7: have in mind as a purpose (intend, mean). Example: "I mean no harm."
    *   Sense 8: decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting. Example: "Can you think what to do next?"
    *   Sense 9: ponder; reflect on, or reason about. Example: "Think the matter through."
    *   Sense 10: dispose the mind in a certain way. Example: "Do you really think so?"
    *   Sense 11: have or formulate in the mind. Example: "think good thoughts."
    *   Sense 12: be capable of conscious thought. Example: "Man is the only creature that thinks."
    *   Sense 13: bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation. Example: "She thought herself into a state of panic..."

    *   "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   In this sentence, "think" means to believe, suppose, or hold the opinion that something is true.
    *   Replacing "think" with synonyms:
        *   "It is silly libel... to *believe* they would educate..." (Fits well)
        *   "It is silly libel... to *suppose* they would educate..." (Fits well)
        *   "It is silly libel... to *consider* they would educate..." (Less natural, but possible)

    *   Sense 1: judge or regard; look upon; judge (believe, consider, conceive).
    *   Sense 2: expect, believe, or suppose (opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess).

    *Wait, Sense 1 and Sense 2 are very similar.*
    Sense 1: "judge or regard; look upon; judge" (e.g., "I think he is very smart" - this is a judgment/opinion about a person's quality).
    Sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose" (e.g., "I imagine she earned a lot of money" - this is a supposition about a fact).

    Let's look at the context again: "...to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    This is a belief or supposition about a causal relationship (more money -> better education).

    Let's re-examine Sense 1: "judge or regard; look upon; judge" (believe, consider, conceive).
    Let's re-examine Sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose" (opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess).

    In "I think he is very smart," the speaker is judging the person.
    In "I think they would educate our children better," the speaker is supposing/believing a hypothetical outcome.

    Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 2:
    Sense 1 often relates to an opinion or a judgment of character/quality.
    Sense 2 often relates to a belief about a state of affairs or a supposition.

    Let's check the examples again:
    Sense 1: "I think he is very smart" (Judgment of quality).
    Sense 2: "I imagine she earned a lot of money" (Supposition of fact).

    The context "think they would educate our children better" is more of a supposition/belief about a result than a judgment of a person's character.

    Wait, let me look at Sense 1 again: "judge or regard; look upon; judge | synonyms=believe, consider, conceive".
    And Sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose | synonyms=opine, suppose, imagine, reckon, guess".

    Actually, "believe" is listed in both. Let's look at the nuance.
    Sense 1: "I believe her to be very smart" (Judgment).
    Sense 2: "I thought to find her in a bad state" (Expectation/Supposition).

    "to think they would educate our children better" is a belief/supposition about a hypothetical situation. This aligns more closely with Sense 2 (suppose/believe).

    Let's double-check Sense 1 again. "judge or regard; look upon". If I say "I think he is a liar," that's Sense 1. If I say "I think it will rain," that's Sense 2.
    "I think they would educate our children better" is more like "I think it will rain" (a belief about a situation) than "I think he is a liar" (a judgment of character).

    Therefore, Sense 2 seems more appropriate.

    *Self-Correction/Refinement:*
    Is it Sense 1? "It is silly libel... to think [believe/consider] they would educate..."
    Is it Sense 2? "It is silly libel... to think [suppose/believe] they would educate..."

    Let's look at the examples for Sense 2 again: "I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel; I thought to find her in a bad state." These are both suppositions/expectations.
    The context "think they would educate our children better" is a supposition about the effect of more money.

    Let's look at Sense 1 again: "I think he is very smart; I believe her to be very smart." These are judgments of quality.

    The context is a belief about a hypothetical outcome, which fits "suppose" or "believe" in the sense of Sense 2.

    Wait, let me re-read Sense 1: "judge or regard; look upon; judge".
    Sense 2: "expect, believe, or suppose".

    "Think they would educate our children better" = "Suppose they would educate our children better" or "Believe they would educate our children better".

    Let's try Sense 2.


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

Context: In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would <t>educate</t> our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Senses:
1. definition=give an education to | examples=We must educate our youngsters better
2. definition=create by training and teaching | synonyms=train, develop, prepare | examples=The old master is training world-class violinists; we develop the leaders for the future
3. definition=teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment | synonyms=school, train, cultivate, civilize, civilise | examples=Cultivate your musical taste; Train your tastebuds

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reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would <t>educate</t> our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Target word: "educate"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  give an education to (e.g., "We must educate our youngsters better")
        2.  create by training and teaching (e.g., "develop the leaders for the future")
        3.  teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment (e.g., "Cultivate your musical taste")

    *   The sentence discusses teachers and their role in the "educational crisis."
    *   It mentions that paying teachers more wouldn't necessarily make them "educate our children better."
    *   In this context, "educate our children" refers to the general process of providing schooling or an education to students.

    *   Sense 1: "give an education to" - This fits perfectly. The example "We must educate our youngsters better" is almost identical in structure and meaning to "educate our children better."
    *   Sense 2: "create by training and teaching" (developing specific types of people, like leaders or violinists) - While education involves training, the context here is the general act of teaching children in a school setting, not specifically "creating" a certain type of professional or leader.
    *   Sense 3: "teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment" - This refers to cultivation of taste (e.g., music, food), which is not the focus here.

    *   The usage "educate our children better" aligns directly with Sense 1.

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

Context: In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our <t>children</t> better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Senses:
1. definition=a young person of either sex | synonyms=kid, youngster, minor, shaver, nipper, small fry | examples=she writes books for children; they're just kids
2. definition=a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age | synonyms=kid | examples=they had three children; they were able to send their kids to college
3. definition=an immature childish person | synonyms=baby | examples=he remained a child in practical matters as long as he lived; stop being a baby!
4. definition=a member of a clan or tribe | examples=the children of Israel

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our <t>children</t> better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Target word: "children"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  A young person of either sex (kid, youngster, minor).
        2.  A human offspring (son or daughter) of any age.
        3.  An immature childish person.
        4.  A member of a clan or tribe.

    *   The sentence discusses teachers educating "our children".
    *   In the context of education and teachers, "children" refers to the students, who are young people.
    *   While "children" can mean offspring (Sense 2), in the context of a general educational crisis and teachers educating them, it refers to the age group/demographic of students (young people).
    *   Let's compare Sense 1 and Sense 2.
        *   Sense 1: "a young person of either sex" (e.g., "she writes books for children"). This fits the context of students in a school system.
        *   Sense 2: "a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age" (e.g., "they had three children"). While parents' children are educated, the general term "our children" in a societal/educational context usually refers to the youth of the community.

    *   "educate our children" -> refers to the young people being taught in schools.
    *   Sense 1 is the most appropriate because it focuses on the age/stage of life (young person) which is the primary characteristic of students in this context.

    *   Sense 1: Young person (fits).
    *   Sense 2: Offspring (possible, but less precise for the general "students" meaning).
    *   Sense 3: Immature person (doesn't fit).
    *   Sense 4: Clan member (doesn't fit).

    *   In "educate our children", "our" can be collective (the society's children). This strongly points to Sense 1 (young people) rather than Sense 2 (specific offspring of specific parents), although they overlap. However, the primary meaning in an educational context is "young people".

    *   Sense 1: "she writes books for children" (similar to "educate our children").
    *   Sense 2: "they had three children" (focus on parent-child relationship).

    The context is about the education system and teachers. "Our children" refers to the youth of the nation/community. This aligns best with Sense 1.


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

Context: In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children <t>better</t> if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Senses:
1. definition=comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc. | examples=She had never sung better; a deed better left undone
2. definition=from a position of superiority or authority | synonyms=best | examples=father knows best; I know better.
3. definition=(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') | synonyms=well, good | examples=the children behaved well; a task well done
4. definition=thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form; ; ; ; ; , | synonyms=well | examples=The problem is well understood; she was well informed
5. definition=indicating high probability; in all likelihood | synonyms=well, easily | examples=I might well do it; a mistake that could easily have ended in disaster
6. definition=(used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully | synonyms=well | examples=a book well worth reading; was well aware of the difficulties ahead
7. definition=to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree | synonyms=well | examples=the project was well underway; the fetus has well developed organs
8. definition=favorably; with approval | synonyms=well | examples=their neighbors spoke well of them; he thought well of the book
9. definition=to a great extent or degree | synonyms=well, considerably, substantially | examples=I'm afraid the film was well over budget; painting the room white made it seem considerably (or substantially) larger
10. definition=with great or especially intimate knowledge | synonyms=well, intimately | examples=we knew them well
11. definition=with prudence or propriety | synonyms=well | examples=You would do well to say nothing more; could not well refuse
12. definition=with skill or in a pleasing manner | synonyms=well | examples=she dances well; he writes well
13. definition=in a manner affording benefit or advantage | synonyms=well, advantageously | examples=she married well; The children were settled advantageously in Seattle
14. definition=in financial comfort | synonyms=well, comfortably | examples=They live well; she has been able to live comfortably since her husband died
15. definition=without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor | synonyms=well | examples=took the joke well; took the tragic news well

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children <t>better</t> if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Target word: "better"
    *   Meaning in context: The author is arguing that increasing teachers' salaries wouldn't lead to a higher quality or more effective way of educating children. "Educate our children better" means to educate them in a more excellent manner or to a greater degree of effectiveness.

    *   Sense 1: comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc. (Example: She had never sung better)
    *   Sense 2: from a position of superiority or authority (Example: father knows best)
    *   Sense 3: in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (Example: the children behaved well)
    *   Sense 4: thoroughly or completely; fully (Example: The problem is well understood)
    *   Sense 5: indicating high probability (Example: I might well do it)
    *   Sense 6: (used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully (Example: a book well worth reading)
    *   Sense 7: to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree (Example: the project was well underway)
    *   Sense 8: favorably; with approval (Example: their neighbors spoke well of them)
    *   Sense 9: to a great extent or degree (Example: the film was well over budget)
    *   Sense 10: with great or especially intimate knowledge (Example: we knew them well)
    *   Sense 11: with prudence or propriety (Example: You would do well to say nothing more)
    *   Sense 12: with skill or in a pleasing manner (Example: she dances well)
    *   Sense 13: in a manner affording benefit or advantage (Example: she married well)
    *   Sense 14: in financial comfort (Example: They live well)
    *   Sense 15: without unusual distress or resentment (Example: took the joke well)

    *   The word "better" in the context is clearly a comparative.
    *   "Educate our children better" = educate them in a more excellent manner or to a greater degree of effectiveness.
    *   Sense 1 specifically defines "better" as the comparative of "well", meaning "in a better or more excellent manner... or to a greater degree". This fits perfectly.
    *   Senses 3-15 are definitions for "well" (or its uses), not specifically the comparative "better", although "better" is the comparative of "well". However, the prompt asks which sense of "better" is used. Sense 1 is the only one explicitly defined as the comparative of "well".

    *   Context: "...educate our children better..."
    *   Sense 1: "comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc."
    *   This matches.


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

Context: In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they <t>got</t> a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Senses:
1. definition=come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire | examples=She got a lot of paintings from her uncle; They acquired a new pet
2. definition=enter or assume a certain state or condition | synonyms=become, go | examples=He became annoyed when he heard the bad news; It must be getting more serious
3. definition=cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition | synonyms=let, have | examples=He got his squad on the ball; This let me in for a big surprise
4. definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | synonyms=receive, find, obtain, incur | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation; His movie received a good review
5. definition=reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress | synonyms=arrive, come | examples=She arrived home at 7 o'clock; She didn't get to Chicago until after midnight
6. definition=go or come after and bring or take back | synonyms=bring, convey, fetch | examples=Get me those books over there, please; Could you bring the wine?
7. definition=go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | synonyms=experience, receive, have | examples=get an idea; experience vertigo
8. definition=take vengeance on or get even | synonyms=pay back, pay off, fix | examples=We'll get them!; That'll fix him good!
9. definition=achieve a point or goal | synonyms=have, make | examples=Nicklaus had a 70; The Brazilian team got 4 goals
10. definition=cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner | synonyms=induce, stimulate, cause, have, make | examples=The ads induced me to buy a VCR; My children finally got me to buy a computer
11. definition=succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase | synonyms=catch, capture | examples=We finally got the suspect; Did you catch the thief?
12. definition=come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | synonyms=grow, develop, produce, acquire | examples=He grew a beard; The patient developed abdominal pains
13. definition=be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness | synonyms=contract, take | examples=He got AIDS; She came down with pneumonia
14. definition=communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone | examples=Bill called this number and he got Mary; The operator couldn't get Kobe because of the earthquake
15. definition=give certain properties to something | synonyms=make | examples=get someone mad; She made us look silly
16. definition=move into a desired direction of discourse | synonyms=drive, aim | examples=What are you driving at?
17. definition=grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of | synonyms=catch | examples=did you catch that allusion?; We caught something of his theory in the lecture
18. definition=attract and fix | synonyms=catch, arrest | examples=His look caught her; She caught his eye
19. definition=reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot | synonyms=catch | examples=the rock caught her in the back of the head; The blow got him in the back
20. definition=reach by calculation | examples=What do you get when you add up these numbers?
21. definition=acquire as a result of some effort or action | examples=You cannot get water out of a stone; Where did she get these news?
22. definition=purchase | examples=What did you get at the toy store?
23. definition=perceive by hearing | synonyms=catch | examples=I didn't catch your name; She didn't get his name when they met the first time
24. definition=suffer from the receipt of | synonyms=catch | examples=She will catch hell for this behavior!
25. definition=receive as a retribution or punishment | synonyms=receive | examples=He got 5 years in prison
26. definition=leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form | synonyms=scram, buzz off, fuck off, bugger off | examples=Scram!
27. definition=reach and board | examples=She got the bus just as it was leaving
28. definition=irritate | synonyms=get under one's skin | examples=Her childish behavior really get to me; His lying really gets me
29. definition=evoke an emotional response | examples=Brahms's `Requiem' gets me every time
30. definition=apprehend and reproduce accurately | synonyms=catch | examples=She really caught the spirit of the place in her drawings; She got the mood just right in her photographs
31. definition=earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher | synonyms=draw | examples=He drew a base on balls
32. definition=overcome or destroy | examples=The ice storm got my hibiscus; the cat got the goldfish
33. definition=be a mystery or bewildering to | synonyms=perplex, vex, stick, puzzle, mystify, baffle | examples=This beats me!; Got me--I don't know the answer!
34. definition=take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | synonyms=get down, begin, start out, start, set about, set out | examples=We began working at dawn; Who will start?
35. definition=undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) | synonyms=suffer, sustain, have | examples=She suffered a fracture in the accident; He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars
36. definition=make children | synonyms=beget, engender, father, mother, sire, generate | examples=Abraham begot Isaac; Men often father children but don't recognize them

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they <t>got</t> a few thousand dollars a year more."
    *   Target word: "got"
    *   Meaning in context: The sentence discusses teachers receiving more money (a salary increase). "If only they got a few thousand dollars a year more" means if they received or acquired more money.

    *   1: come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire | examples=She got a lot of paintings from her uncle; They acquired a new pet.
    *   2: enter or assume a certain state or condition | synonyms=become, go.
    *   3: cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition.
    *   4: receive a specified treatment (abstract).
    *   5: reach a destination; arrive.
    *   6: go or come after and bring or take back.
    *   7: go through (mental or physical states or experiences).
    *   8: take vengeance on or get even.
    *   9: achieve a point or goal.
    *   10: cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner.
    *   11: succeed in catching or seizing.
    *   12: come to have or undergo a change of (physical features).
    *   13: be stricken by an illness.
    *   14: communicate with a place or person.
    *   15: give certain properties to something.
    *   16: move into a desired direction of discourse.
    *   17: grasp with the mind.
    *   18: attract and fix.
    *   19: reach with a blow or hit.
    *   20: reach by calculation.
    *   21: acquire as a result of some effort or action.
    *   22: purchase.
    *   23: perceive by hearing.
    *   24: suffer from the receipt of.
    *   25: receive as a retribution or punishment.
    *   26: leave immediately.
    *   27: reach and board.
    *   28: irritate.
    *   29: evoke an emotional response.
    *   30: apprehend and reproduce accurately.
    *   31: earn or achieve a base (baseball).
    *   32: overcome or destroy.
    *   33: be a mystery or bewildering to.
    *   34: take the first step or steps in carrying out an action.
    *   35: undergo (injuries and illnesses).
    *   36: make children.

    *   The context is about receiving more money (salary).
    *   Sense 1: "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire". Money is concrete.
    *   Sense 21: "acquire as a result of some effort or action".
    *   Sense 22: "purchase". (Not purchase).
    *   Sense 25: "receive as a retribution or punishment". (Not punishment).

    *   Sense 1: "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire | examples=She got a lot of paintings from her uncle; They acquired a new pet"
    *   Sense 21: "acquire as a result of some effort or action | examples=You cannot get water out of a stone; Where did she get these news?"

    Wait, let's look closer at Sense 1 and Sense 21.
    Sense 1 is a general "come into possession of".
    Sense 21 is "acquire as a result of some effort or action".

    In the context "if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more", it refers to their salary. Salary is acquired as a result of effort/action (working). However, "got" here is often used simply to mean "received" or "came into possession of".

    Let's re-examine Sense 1: "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire".
    Let's re-examine Sense 21: "acquire as a result of some effort or action".

    Actually, looking at the examples for Sense 1 ("She got a lot of paintings from her uncle"), it's more about receiving.
    Looking at the examples for Sense 21 ("You cannot get water out of a stone; Where did she get these news?"), it's more about obtaining something that might be difficult or finding a source.

    Is there a "receive" sense?
    Sense 4: "receive a specified treatment (abstract)". (No)
    Sense 7: "go through (mental or physical states or experiences) | synonyms=experience, receive, have". (No)
    Sense 25: "receive as a retribution or punishment". (No)

    Let's look at Sense 1 again. "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire". This fits "got a few thousand dollars a year more" very well.

    Let's double-check if any other sense fits better.
    Sense 21: "acquire as a result of some effort or action". While a salary is earned, the phrase "if only they got" usually means "if only they received".

    Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 21:
    Sense 1: "She got a lot of paintings from her uncle" (Received/Acquired).
    Sense 21: "Where did she get these news?" (Obtained/Acquired).

    In many dictionaries, "get" meaning "receive" is the most basic sense. Sense 1 seems to be the most general "acquire/receive" sense.

    Let's re-read the context: "if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more."
    This is about receiving an increase in pay.

    Sense 1: come into the possession of something concrete or abstract. (Money is concrete).
    Sense 21: acquire as a result of some effort or action.

    If I have to choose between 1 and 21, 1 is the more general "come into possession of" (receive), while 21 emphasizes the *effort* or *source* ("get water out of a stone", "get these news").

    Let's check if there are any other possibilities.
    Sense 4: "receive a specified treatment (abstract)". No.
    Sense 9: "achieve a point or goal". No.

    Wait, let's look at Sense 1 again. "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | synonyms=acquire". This is a very strong fit for receiving money.

    Let's re-evaluate Sense 21: "acquire as a result of some effort or action".
    Example: "You cannot get water out of a stone" (impossible to acquire).
    Example: "Where did she get these news?" (from what source did she acquire).

    The context "if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more" is more about the *fact* of receiving the money than the *effort* of getting it (though salary is earned, the "if only they got" part focuses on the receipt of the money).

    Therefore, Sense 1 is the most likely answer.

    *   Context: "if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more"
    *   Sense 1: "come into the possession of something concrete or abstract"
    *   Does it fit? Yes. Money is concrete. Coming into possession of it = getting it.

    *   Sense 21: "acquire as a result of some effort or action"
    *   Does it fit? It's close, but Sense 1 is more direct for "receive".

    Let's look at the examples for Sense 1 again: "She got a lot of paintings from her uncle". This is receiving something. "They acquired a new pet". This is coming into possession.

    Let's look at the examples for Sense 21 again: "You cannot get water out of a stone". This is about the possibility of acquisition. "Where did she get these news?". This is about the source of acquisition.

    The context "if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more" is most similar to "She got a lot of paintings from her uncle" (receiving something).

    Final check:
    Sense 1: come into the possession of something concrete or abstract.
    Context: got a few thousand dollars a year more.
    Match: Yes.


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

Context: In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a <t>year</t> more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Senses:
1. definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...if only they got a few thousand dollars a <t>year</t> more."
    *   Target word: "year"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  A period of 365/366 days (calendar year/duration).
        2.  A period for a particular activity (e.g., school year).
        3.  Astronomical revolution around the sun.
        4.  A graduating class.

    *   The phrase is "a few thousand dollars a year".
    *   This refers to an annual salary or an amount of money paid per 12-month period.

    *   Sense 1: "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days". This fits perfectly with the concept of an annual salary.
    *   Sense 2: "a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year... (e.g., a school year)". While teachers work in school years, "a few thousand dollars a year" typically refers to the standard calendar year/annual rate.
    *   Sense 3: Astronomical revolution. Not applicable.
    *   Sense 4: Graduating class. Not applicable.

    *   "A year" in "dollars a year" is synonymous with "per annum" or "every twelve months". This aligns with Sense 1.


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

Context: In this sense, a teacher can be compared to one's family doctor. If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year <t>more</t>. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes.

Senses:
1. definition=used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs | synonyms=to a greater extent | examples=more interesting; more beautiful
2. definition=comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent | examples=he works more now; they eat more than they should

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year <t>more</t>."
    *   Target word: "more"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs (e.g., "more interesting").
        2.  Comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent (e.g., "he works more now").

    *   The phrase is "a few thousand dollars a year more".
    *   Here, "more" refers to an additional amount of money.
    *   It is modifying the amount "a few thousand dollars a year".
    *   It is not being used to form a comparative adjective (like "more beautiful").
    *   It is acting as a determiner/pronoun/adverb meaning "an additional amount".

    *   Sense 1: "used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs". (Incorrect. "More" is not modifying an adjective here).
    *   Sense 2: "comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent". (Correct. "More" here means an additional amount, which is the comparative of "much" in terms of quantity).

    *   "a few thousand dollars a year more" $\approx$ "an additional few thousand dollars a year".
    *   This fits the "comparative of much" (quantity) sense.


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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: If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the <t>teachers</t>' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

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 family doctors, educational crisis, teachers' pay, and teachers' unions.
    *   Target word: "teachers" (marked with `<t></t>`).
    *   Sentence: "It is the kind of libel the <t>teachers</t>' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes."

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

    *   The context mentions "educational crisis," "underpaid," "educate our children," and "teachers' unions."
    *   "Teachers' unions" refers to organizations representing people whose profession is teaching.
    *   This clearly refers to human beings employed as instructors, not abstract concepts like "experience" or "books."

    *   Sense 1 matches the context.


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

Context: If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' <t>unions</t> do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer | synonyms=labor union, trade union, trades union, brotherhood | examples=you have to join the union in order to get a job
2. definition=the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War) | synonyms=North | examples=he has visited every state in the Union; Lee hoped to detach Maryland from the Union
3. definition=the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes | synonyms=coupling, mating, pairing, conjugation, sexual union | examples=the casual couplings of adolescents; the mating of some species occurs only in the spring
4. definition=the state of being joined or united or linked | synonyms=unification | examples=there is strength in union
5. definition=the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) | synonyms=marriage, matrimony, spousal relationship, wedlock | examples=a long and happy marriage; God bless this union
6. definition=healing process involving the growing together of the edges of a wound or the growing together of broken bones | synonyms=conglutination
7. definition=a political unit formed from previously independent people or organizations | examples=the Soviet Union
8. definition=a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets | synonyms=sum, join | examples=let C be the union of the sets A and B
9. definition=the occurrence of a uniting of separate parts | examples=lightning produced an unusual union of the metals
10. definition=a device on a national flag emblematic of the union of two or more sovereignties (typically in the upper inner corner)
11. definition=the act of making or becoming a single unit | synonyms=unification, uniting, conjugation, jointure | examples=the union of opposing factions; he looked forward to the unification of his family for the holidays

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is the kind of libel the teachers' <t>unions</t> do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes."
    *   Target word: "unions" (plural of union).
    *   Contextual clues: "teachers' unions", "spreading [libel]", "their own narrow purposes". This refers to organizations representing teachers.

    *   Sense 1: "an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer" (labor union, trade union).
    *   Sense 2: The United States (Civil War context).
    *   Sense 3: Pairing for reproduction.
    *   Sense 4: State of being joined/united.
    *   Sense 5: Marriage.
    *   Sense 6: Healing of wounds/bones.
    *   Sense 7: Political unit from independent people/orgs (e.g., Soviet Union).
    *   Sense 8: Set theory (union of sets).
    *   Sense 9: Uniting of separate parts.
    *   Sense 10: Flag device.
    *   Sense 11: Act of making/becoming a single unit.

    *   The context "teachers' unions" clearly refers to labor organizations representing teachers to bargain with employers (school boards, government). This matches Sense 1 perfectly.


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

Context: If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not <t>mind</t> spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by | examples=I don't mind your behavior
2. definition=be concerned with or about something or somebody
3. definition=be in charge of or deal with | synonyms=take care | examples=She takes care of all the necessary arrangements
4. definition=pay close attention to; give heed to | synonyms=heed, listen | examples=Heed the advice of the old men
5. definition=be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to | synonyms=beware | examples=Beware of telephone salesmen
6. definition=keep in mind | synonyms=bear in mind

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not <t>mind</t> spreading, for their own narrow purposes."
    *   Target word: "mind"
    *   Surrounding phrase: "do not mind spreading"

    *   Sense 1: be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by (Example: "I don't mind your behavior")
    *   Sense 2: be concerned with or about something or somebody
    *   Sense 3: be in charge of or deal with (Synonym: take care)
    *   Sense 4: pay close attention to; give heed to (Synonyms: heed, listen)
    *   Sense 5: be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to (Synonym: beware)
    *   Sense 6: keep in mind (Synonym: bear in mind)

    *   The sentence says the teachers' unions "do not mind spreading" the libel.
    *   This means they are not bothered by spreading it; they are happy or willing to do it because it serves their purposes.
    *   Comparing this to the senses:
        *   Sense 1: "be offended or bothered by". "Do not mind spreading" = "Are not bothered by spreading". This fits perfectly.
        *   Sense 2: "be concerned with". Doesn't fit the grammatical structure "do not mind [verb]-ing" in this way.
        *   Sense 3: "be in charge of". Doesn't fit.
        *   Sense 4: "pay close attention to". Doesn't fit.
        *   Sense 5: "be on one's guard". Doesn't fit.
        *   Sense 6: "keep in mind". Doesn't fit.

    *   The phrase "do not mind [doing something]" typically means the person is not bothered by the action or is willing to do it. This aligns with Sense 1.


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

Context: If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind <t>spreading</t>, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=distribute or disperse widely | synonyms=distribute | examples=The invaders spread their language all over the country
2. definition=become distributed or widespread | synonyms=propagate | examples=the infection spread; Optimism spread among the population
3. definition=spread across or over | synonyms=overspread | examples=A big oil spot spread across the water
4. definition=spread out or open from a closed or folded state | synonyms=unfold, spread out, open | examples=open the map; spread your arms
5. definition=cause to become widely known | synonyms=circulate, circularize, circularise, distribute, disseminate, propagate | examples=spread information; circulate a rumor
6. definition=become widely known and passed on | synonyms=go around, circulate | examples=the rumor spread; the story went around in the office
7. definition=strew or distribute over an area | synonyms=scatter, spread out | examples=He spread fertilizer over the lawn; scatter cards across the table
8. definition=move outward | synonyms=diffuse, spread out, fan out | examples=The soldiers fanned out
9. definition=cover by spreading something over | examples=spread the bread with cheese
10. definition=distribute over a surface in a layer | examples=spread cheese on a piece of bread

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind <t>spreading</t>, for their own narrow purposes."
    *   Target word: "spreading" (from "spread").
    *   Meaning in context: The teachers' unions are disseminating or circulating a "libel" (a false statement/rumor) to achieve their goals.

    *   Sense 1: distribute or disperse widely (e.g., language).
    *   Sense 2: become distributed or widespread (intransitive, e.g., infection).
    *   Sense 3: spread across or over (e.g., oil spot).
    *   Sense 4: spread out or open from a closed state (e.g., map).
    *   Sense 5: cause to become widely known (e.g., spread information, circulate a rumor).
    *   Sense 6: become widely known and passed on (intransitive, e.g., rumor spread).
    *   Sense 7: strew or distribute over an area (e.g., fertilizer).
    *   Sense 8: move outward (e.g., soldiers fanned out).
    *   Sense 9: cover by spreading something over (e.g., bread with cheese).
    *   Sense 10: distribute over a surface in a layer (e.g., cheese on bread).

    *   The context involves "libel" (information/rumors).
    *   The unions are the agents doing the spreading ("do not mind spreading").
    *   This matches Sense 5: "cause to become widely known | synonyms=circulate, circularize, circularise, distribute, disseminate, propagate | examples=spread information; circulate a rumor".

    *   Sense 1 is more about physical distribution or general dispersion (like language).
    *   Sense 2 and 6 are intransitive (the thing spreads itself). In the context, the unions are the ones spreading the libel (transitive).
    *   Sense 5 specifically mentions "circulate a rumor," which is exactly what "spreading a libel" means.


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

Context: If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own <t>narrow</t> purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=not wide | examples=a narrow bridge; a narrow line across the page
2. definition=limited in size or scope | examples=the narrow sense of a word
3. definition=lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view | synonyms=narrow-minded | examples=a brilliant but narrow-minded judge; narrow opinions
4. definition=very limited in degree | examples=won by a narrow margin; a narrow escape
5. definition=characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination | synonyms=minute | examples=a minute inspection of the grounds; a narrow scrutiny

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own <t>narrow</t> purposes."
    *   Target word: "narrow"
    *   Surrounding phrase: "their own narrow purposes" (referring to teachers' unions).

    *   Sense 1: not wide (physical width).
    *   Sense 2: limited in size or scope (e.g., "narrow sense of a word").
    *   Sense 3: lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view (narrow-minded).
    *   Sense 4: very limited in degree (e.g., "narrow margin").
    *   Sense 5: characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination (minute).

    *   The text discusses teachers' unions spreading a "libel" (a false statement) to serve their own "narrow purposes."
    *   "Narrow purposes" here means goals that are limited in scope, specifically focused on their own interests rather than the broader educational crisis or the general public good.
    *   Does it mean "not wide" (Sense 1)? No.
    *   Does it mean "limited in size or scope" (Sense 2)? Yes, the purposes are limited to their own specific interests.
    *   Does it mean "narrow-minded" (Sense 3)? While "narrow-minded" is related, "narrow purposes" usually refers to the *scope* of the goals, not necessarily the *mindset* of the people (though they overlap). However, Sense 2 specifically mentions "limited in size or scope."
    *   Does it mean "very limited in degree" (Sense 4)? No.
    *   Does it mean "painstaking care" (Sense 5)? No.

    *   Sense 2: "limited in size or scope".
    *   Sense 3: "lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view".
    *   In the phrase "narrow purposes," the word "narrow" describes the *purposes* (the goals/objectives). Purposes aren't typically "narrow-minded" (which describes people or opinions), but they can be "limited in scope" (focused only on a small set of interests).

    *   "Narrow purposes" = goals that are limited to a specific, small area of interest (their own). This fits Sense 2 perfectly.


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

Context: If he were brilliant, he probably would not be a family doctor in the first place. If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow <t>purposes</t>. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency.

Senses:
1. definition=an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions | synonyms=intent, intention, aim, design | examples=his intent was to provide a new translation; good intentions are not enough
2. definition=what something is used for | synonyms=function, role, use | examples=the function of an auger is to bore holes; ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
3. definition=the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose | synonyms=determination | examples=his determination showed in his every movement; he is a man of purpose

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow <t>purposes</t>."
    *   Target word: "purposes"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Anticipated outcome, intent, intention, aim, design.
        2.  What something is used for, function, role, use.
        3.  Determination, firmness of purpose.

    *   The sentence says teachers' unions spread libel "for their own narrow purposes."
    *   This means the unions have specific goals, intentions, or aims (likely related to getting more money or power) that they are trying to achieve by spreading this information.
    *   It does *not* mean the "function" of the unions (Sense 2).
    *   It does *not* mean the "determination" of the unions (Sense 3).
    *   It *does* mean the "intentions" or "aims" of the unions (Sense 1).

    *   Sense 1: "an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions" (intent, intention, aim). This fits perfectly. "For their own narrow aims/intentions."


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

Context: If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel <t>politicians</t> find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Senses:
1. definition=a leader engaged in civil administration
2. definition=a person active in party politics | synonyms=politico, pol, political leader
3. definition=a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage discussing teachers, educational crisis, pay, teachers' unions, and "politicians."
    *   Target word: "politicians" (marked with `<t></t>`).
    *   Sentence: "It is also the kind of libel <t>politicians</t> find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."

    *   Sense 1: "a leader engaged in civil administration" (Focuses on governance/administration).
    *   Sense 2: "a person active in party politics" (Focuses on electoral politics, party affiliation, constituencies, and political maneuvering for votes).
    *   Sense 3: "a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways" (Focuses on office politics/manipulation within an organization).

    *   The text mentions "strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   "Constituency" is a key term strongly associated with elected officials and party politics (Sense 2).
    *   The context is about public policy (education funding) and how it's used to appeal to voters/groups.
    *   Sense 1 (civil administration) is too narrow/administrative.
    *   Sense 3 (schemer in an organization) refers to "office politics," which doesn't fit the context of public policy and constituencies.

    *   Sense 2 fits perfectly because it refers to people active in party politics who deal with constituencies.


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

Context: If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians <t>find</t> useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Senses:
1. definition=come upon, as if by accident; meet with | synonyms=happen, chance, bump, encounter | examples=We find this idea in Plato; I happened upon the most wonderful bakery not very far from here
2. definition=discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of | synonyms=detect, observe, discover, notice | examples=She detected high levels of lead in her drinking water; We found traces of lead in the paint
3. definition=come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost | synonyms=regain | examples=Did you find your glasses?; I cannot find my gloves!
4. definition=establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study | synonyms=determine, find out, ascertain | examples=find the product of two numbers; The physicist who found the elusive particle won the Nobel Prize
5. definition=come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=feel | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious
6. definition=perceive or be contemporaneous with | synonyms=witness, see | examples=We found Republicans winning the offices; You'll see a lot of cheating in this school
7. definition=get something or somebody for a specific purpose | synonyms=line up, get hold, come up | examples=I found this gadget that will serve as a bottle opener; I got hold of these tools to fix our plumbing
8. definition=make a discovery, make a new finding | synonyms=discover | examples=Roentgen discovered X-rays; Physicists believe they found a new elementary particle
9. definition=make a discovery | synonyms=discover | examples=She found that he had lied to her; The story is false, so far as I can discover
10. definition=obtain through effort or management | examples=She found the time and energy to take care of her aging parents; We found the money to send our sons to college
11. definition=decide on and make a declaration about | synonyms=rule | examples=find someone guilty
12. definition=receive a specified treatment (abstract) | synonyms=receive, get, obtain, incur | examples=These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation; His movie received a good review
13. definition=perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place | examples=I found myself in a difficult situation; When he woke up, he found himself in a hospital room
14. definition=get or find back; recover the use of | synonyms=recover, retrieve, regain | examples=She regained control of herself; She found her voice and replied quickly
15. definition=succeed in reaching; arrive at | examples=The arrow found its mark
16. definition=accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation | synonyms=find oneself | examples=My son went to Berkeley to find himself

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "It is also the kind of libel politicians <t>find</t> useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   Target word: "find"

    *   "politicians find useful"
    *   In this context, "find" means that politicians *perceive* or *consider* the libel to be useful. It's an opinion or a feeling based on their perspective.

    *   1: come upon by accident (No)
    *   2: discover/determine existence (No)
    *   3: find location of lost item (No)
    *   4: establish after calculation/study (No)
    *   5: come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=feel | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious (This matches "perceive/consider" or "feel that something is [adjective]")
    *   6: perceive or be contemporaneous with (No)
    *   7: get something for a specific purpose (No)
    *   8: make a discovery (No)
    *   9: make a discovery (No)
    *   10: obtain through effort (No)
    *   11: decide/declare (legal) (No)
    *   12: receive a specified treatment (abstract) (No)
    *   13: perceive oneself to be in a condition (No)
    *   14: recover (No)
    *   15: succeed in reaching (No)
    *   16: find oneself (No)

    *   "politicians find useful" $\approx$ "politicians feel it is useful" or "politicians consider it useful."
    *   Sense 5: "come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds | synonyms=feel | examples=I feel that he doesn't like me; I find him to be obnoxious."
    *   This fits perfectly. "I find him to be obnoxious" is structurally identical to "politicians find [it] useful."


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

Context: If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it <t>helps</t> them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Senses:
1. definition=give help or assistance; be of service | synonyms=assist, aid | examples=Everyone helped out during the earthquake; Can you help me carry this table?
2. definition=improve the condition of | synonyms=aid | examples=These pills will help the patient
3. definition=be of use | synonyms=facilitate | examples=This will help to prevent accidents
4. definition=abstain from doing; always used with a negative | synonyms=help oneself | examples=I can't help myself--I have to smoke; She could not help watching the sad spectacle
5. definition=help to some food; help with food or drink | synonyms=serve | examples=I served him three times, and after that he helped himself
6. definition=contribute to the furtherance of | examples=This money will help the development of literacy in developing countries
7. definition=take or use | synonyms=avail | examples=She helped herself to some of the office supplies
8. definition=improve; change for the better | examples=New slipcovers will help the old living room furniture

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...since it <t>helps</t> them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   Target word: "helps"
    *   Meaning in context: In this sentence, "it" (the libel/idea that teachers are underpaid) makes it easier for politicians to appear friendly to teachers. It facilitates their ability to take a certain posture.

    *   Sense 1: give help or assistance; be of service (assist, aid). (e.g., carry a table) - *Too literal/physical.*
    *   Sense 2: improve the condition of (aid). (e.g., pills helping a patient) - *Not about improving a condition.*
    *   Sense 3: be of use; facilitate. (e.g., help to prevent accidents) - *This fits well. The libel facilitates the politicians' ability to strike a friendly posture.*
    *   Sense 4: abstain from doing (used with negative). (e.g., can't help myself) - *Incorrect.*
    *   Sense 5: help to some food. (e.g., helped himself to food) - *Incorrect.*
    *   Sense 6: contribute to the furtherance of. (e.g., money helping development of literacy) - *Similar to 3, but usually refers to a larger goal or process rather than a specific action/posture.*
    *   Sense 7: take or use. (e.g., helped herself to supplies) - *Incorrect.*
    *   Sense 8: improve; change for the better. (e.g., slipcovers help furniture) - *Incorrect.*

    *   Sense 3: "be of use; facilitate".
    *   Context: "...it helps them strike a friendly posture..." -> "...it facilitates them striking a friendly posture..." or "...it is of use to them in striking a friendly posture..."
    *   Sense 6: "contribute to the furtherance of".
    *   Context: "...it contributes to the furtherance of them striking a friendly posture..." (Awkward).

    Sense 3 is the most accurate fit for "facilitating" an action or state.


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

Context: If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them <t>strike</t> a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Senses:
1. definition=deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon | examples=The teacher struck the child; the opponent refused to strike
2. definition=have an emotional or cognitive impact upon | synonyms=affect, impress, move | examples=This child impressed me as unusually mature; This behavior struck me as odd
3. definition=hit against; come into sudden contact with | synonyms=hit, impinge on, run into, collide with | examples=The car hit a tree; He struck the table with his elbow
4. definition=make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target | synonyms=hit | examples=The Germans struck Poland on Sept. 1, 1939; We must strike the enemy's oil fields
5. definition=indicate (a certain time) by striking | examples=The clock struck midnight; Just when I entered, the clock struck
6. definition=affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely | synonyms=hit | examples=We were hit by really bad weather; He was stricken with cancer when he was still a teenager
7. definition=stop work in order to press demands | synonyms=walk out | examples=The auto workers are striking for higher wages; The employees walked out when their demand for better benefits was not met
8. definition=touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly | synonyms=fall, shine | examples=Light fell on her face; The sun shone on the fields
9. definition=attain | synonyms=come to | examples=The horse finally struck a pace
10. definition=produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically | synonyms=hit | examples=The pianist strikes a middle C; strike `z' on the keyboard
11. definition=cause to form (an electric arc) between electrodes of an arc lamp | examples=strike an arc
12. definition=find unexpectedly | synonyms=fall upon, come upon, light upon, chance upon, come across, chance on | examples=the archeologists chanced upon an old tomb; she struck a goldmine
13. definition=produce by ignition or a blow | examples=strike fire from the flintstone; strike a match
14. definition=remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line | synonyms=scratch, expunge, excise | examples=Please strike this remark from the record; scratch that remark
15. definition=cause to experience suddenly | synonyms=hit, come to | examples=Panic struck me; An interesting idea hit her
16. definition=drive something violently into a location | synonyms=hit | examples=he hit his fist on the table; she struck her head on the low ceiling
17. definition=occupy or take on | synonyms=assume, take, take up | examples=He assumes the lotus position; She took her seat on the stage
18. definition=form by stamping, punching, or printing | synonyms=mint, coin | examples=strike coins; strike a medal
19. definition=smooth with a strickle | synonyms=strickle | examples=strickle the grain in the measure
20. definition=pierce with force | examples=The bullet struck her thigh; The icy wind struck through our coats
21. definition=arrive at after reckoning, deliberating, and weighing | examples=strike a balance; strike a bargain

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...since it helps them <t>strike</t> a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   Target word: "strike"
    *   Meaning in context: To "strike a friendly posture" means to adopt, assume, or take on a certain attitude or position.

    1.  Deliver a sharp blow (physical hit).
    2.  Emotional/cognitive impact (struck me as odd).
    3.  Hit against (car hit a tree).
    4.  Strategic offensive (attack).
    5.  Indicate time (clock struck).
    6.  Affect/afflict suddenly (stricken with cancer).
    7.  Stop work (labor strike).
    8.  Touch visually/audibly (light fell on).
    9.  Attain (struck a pace).
    10. Produce by manipulating keys/strings (piano).
    11. Electric arc.
    12. Find unexpectedly (struck gold).
    13. Produce by ignition (strike a match).
    14. Remove by erasing (strike from record).
    15. Cause to experience suddenly (panic struck).
    16. Drive violently into a location (hit head on ceiling).
    17. Occupy or take on (assume, take, take up). Example: "He assumes the lotus position; She took her seat on the stage."
    18. Form by stamping (mint coins).
    19. Smooth with a strickle.
    20. Pierce with force (bullet struck).
    21. Arrive at after reckoning (strike a balance).

    *   "Strike a friendly posture" means to *assume* or *take on* a specific appearance or attitude.
    *   Sense 17: "occupy or take on | synonyms=assume, take, take up | examples=He assumes the lotus position; She took her seat on the stage."
    *   This matches perfectly. "Strike a pose" or "strike a posture" is a common usage of "strike" meaning to assume a position.

    *   Sense 21 (strike a balance/bargain) is about reaching an agreement or equilibrium, not assuming a posture.
    *   Sense 2 (impact) is about how something is perceived, not how someone presents themselves.


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

Context: If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a <t>friendly</t> posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Senses:
1. definition=characteristic of or befitting a friend | examples=friendly advice; a friendly neighborhood
2. definition=inclined to help or support; not antagonistic or hostile | synonyms=favorable, well-disposed | examples=a government friendly to our interests; an amicable agreement
3. definition=easy to understand or use | examples=user-friendly computers; a consumer-friendly policy
4. definition=of or belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally | examples=in friendly territory; he was accidentally killed by friendly fire

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...since it helps them strike a <t>friendly</t> posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   Target word: "friendly"
    *   Surrounding text: Politicians use a certain "libel" (that teachers are underpaid and thus underperforming) to appear "friendly" toward teachers (an important constituency).

    *   Sense 1: characteristic of or befitting a friend (e.g., friendly advice).
    *   Sense 2: inclined to help or support; not antagonistic or hostile (e.g., a government friendly to our interests; favorable, well-disposed).
    *   Sense 3: easy to understand or use (e.g., user-friendly).
    *   Sense 4: belonging to one's own country's forces or allies (e.g., friendly fire).

    *   The politicians are striking a "friendly posture" toward a "constituency" (the teachers).
    *   This means they want to appear supportive, favorable, or well-disposed toward the teachers to gain their support or look good to them.
    *   Sense 1 (befitting a friend) is too personal/interpersonal.
    *   Sense 2 (inclined to help or support; favorable) fits perfectly. The politicians are acting "favorable" or "well-disposed" toward the teachers.
    *   Sense 3 (easy to use) is irrelevant.
    *   Sense 4 (military allies) is irrelevant.

    *   The correct sense is 2.


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

Context: If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly <t>posture</t> on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Senses:
1. definition=the arrangement of the body and its limbs | synonyms=position, attitude | examples=he assumed an attitude of surrender
2. definition=characteristic way of bearing one's body | synonyms=carriage, bearing | examples=stood with good posture
3. definition=a rationalized mental attitude | synonyms=position, stance
4. definition=capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war | synonyms=military capability, military strength, strength, military posture | examples=we faced an army of great strength; politicians have neglected our military posture

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly <t>posture</t> on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   Key phrase: "strike a friendly posture".
    *   Meaning in context: The politicians are adopting a certain public attitude or stance to appear supportive of the teachers' unions.

    *   Sense 1: "the arrangement of the body and its limbs" (physical position).
    *   Sense 2: "characteristic way of bearing one's body" (physical carriage).
    *   Sense 3: "a rationalized mental attitude" (position, stance).
    *   Sense 4: "capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war" (military strength).

    *   The context is about politicians appearing friendly to a constituency. This is not about physical body position (Sense 1 or 2) nor is it about military strength (Sense 4).
    *   It refers to a public stance or a mental/political attitude. This aligns perfectly with Sense 3 ("a rationalized mental attitude", synonyms: "position, stance").


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

Context: If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on <t>behalf</t> of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Senses:
1. definition=as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as  rather than ) | examples=on behalf of; in behalf of
2. definition=for someone's benefit (usually expressed as `in behalf' rather than `on behalf' and usually with a possessive) | examples=in your behalf; campaigning in his own behalf

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...since it helps them strike a friendly posture on <t>behalf</t> of an important constituency."
    *   Target word: "behalf"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  "as the agent of or on someone's part" (usually "on behalf of")
        2.  "for someone's benefit" (usually "in behalf of")

    *   The sentence is: "...since it helps them [politicians] strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   The politicians are acting *as representatives* or *on the part of* the constituency to look friendly.
    *   They are positioning themselves as speaking for or acting for the constituency.

    *   Sense 1: "as the agent of or on someone's part". This fits perfectly. The politicians are acting as agents/representatives of the constituency.
    *   Sense 2: "for someone's benefit". While one could argue that striking a friendly posture might be "for the benefit" of the constituency, the primary meaning of "on behalf of" in political contexts (representing a group) aligns more closely with "as the agent of" or "on someone's part".

    *   The phrase used is "on behalf of".
    *   Sense 1 explicitly mentions "usually expressed as 'on behalf of'".
    *   Sense 2 explicitly mentions "usually expressed as 'in behalf'".

    *   The usage "on behalf of" strongly points to Sense 1.
    *   The meaning "acting as a representative/agent" fits the context of politicians and their constituencies.


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

Context: If he is competent and conscientious, he serves us well. Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an <t>important</t> constituency. But there is not one shred of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials.

Senses:
1. definition=of great significance or value | synonyms=of import | examples=important people; the important questions of the day
2. definition=important in effect or meaning | synonyms=significant | examples=a significant change in tax laws; a significant change in the Constitution
3. definition=of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis | synonyms=crucial | examples=a crucial moment in his career; a crucial election
4. definition=having authority or ascendancy or influence | synonyms=authoritative | examples=an important official; the captain's authoritative manner
5. definition=having or suggesting a consciousness of high position | examples=recited the decree with an important air; took long important strides in the direction of his office

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an <t>important</t> constituency."
    *   Target word: "important"
    *   Contextual meaning: The "constituency" (teachers/teachers' unions) is described as "important." In political terms, an "important constituency" is one that has influence, power, or a significant number of votes, making them valuable or influential to politicians.

    *   Sense 1: "of great significance or value" (e.g., important people, important questions).
    *   Sense 2: "important in effect or meaning" (e.g., significant change).
    *   Sense 3: "of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis" (e.g., crucial moment).
    *   Sense 4: "having authority or ascendancy or influence" (e.g., an important official).
    *   Sense 5: "having or suggesting a consciousness of high position" (e.g., an important air).

    *   Sense 1 (significance/value) fits generally.
    *   Sense 4 (authority/ascendancy/influence) fits specifically for a "constituency" in a political context. A constituency is "important" if it has influence over the politician's success.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1 vs Sense 4.
        *   Sense 1: "important people" (general significance).
        *   Sense 4: "an important official" (authority/influence).
    *   A "constituency" isn't an official, but it is a group that wields influence.
    *   However, looking at the examples for Sense 1 ("important people"), it's very broad.
    *   Looking at Sense 4 ("having authority or ascendancy or influence"), this describes the *power* the constituency has over the politician.
    *   Wait, let's look at the context again: "politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency."
    *   In this context, "important" means the group is influential or significant enough that the politician cares about their opinion/vote.
    *   Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 4 again:
        *   Sense 1: "of great significance or value"
        *   Sense 4: "having authority or ascendancy or influence"
    *   Usually, "important constituency" refers to their influence (Sense 4) or their significance/size (Sense 1).
    *   Let's check common dictionary usage for "important constituency." It usually means influential.
    *   Let's re-read Sense 4: "having authority or ascendancy or influence".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "of great significance or value".
    *   If I say "an important person," it could be Sense 1 or Sense 4.
    *   If I say "an important official," it's definitely Sense 4.
    *   A constituency doesn't have "authority" in the legal sense, but it has "influence" (ascendancy).
    *   However, "important" in "important constituency" often just means "significant" (Sense 1).
    *   Let's look at the examples again.
        *   Sense 1: "important people"
        *   Sense 4: "an important official"
    *   Is a constituency more like "important people" or "an important official"?
    *   Actually, "important people" in Sense 1 often refers to people of high status/influence.
    *   Let's look at the nuance. Sense 4 is specifically about *authority* or *influence*. Sense 1 is more general *significance*.
    *   In politics, a constituency is important because it has influence (votes).
    *   Let's double-check if there's a better fit.
    *   Sense 2 (effect/meaning) - No.
    *   Sense 3 (vital/crucial) - No.
    *   Sense 5 (consciousness of position) - No.
    *   Between 1 and 4:
        *   Sense 1: "of great significance or value"
        *   Sense 4: "having authority or ascendancy or influence"
    *   A constituency is a group of voters. They don't have "authority" (they aren't the boss), but they have "influence" (they can vote the politician out).
    *   However, "important people" (Sense 1) is a very common way to describe people with influence.
    *   Let's look at the source of these senses (they look like they might be from a specific dictionary, possibly WordNet or similar).
    *   In many dictionaries, "important" meaning "influential" is a distinct sense from "important" meaning "significant."
    *   Sense 4 specifically mentions "influence."
    *   Sense 1 mentions "significance or value."
    *   A constituency is "important" because it is influential.

    *   "an important constituency" -> a group that has a lot of influence.
    *   Sense 4: "having authority or ascendancy or influence"
    *   Sense 1: "of great significance or value"
    *   If the politician is striking a friendly posture, it's because the group has the power (influence) to affect the politician's career. This aligns strongly with Sense 4.

    *   Wait, let me search for "important constituency" in a corpus. It often means "significant" in size or "influential" in power.
    *   If I have to choose between "significance/value" and "authority/influence," "influence" is the key driver for a politician's behavior toward a constituency.

    *   Sense 1: "important people" (could be influential people).
    *   Sense 4: "an important official" (someone with authority).
    *   Is a constituency an "official"? No. But does it have "influence"? Yes.
    *   Is a constituency "of great significance"? Yes.
    *   Let's look at the examples again. "Important people" (Sense 1) vs "Important official" (Sense 4).
    *   Actually, "important people" often means people of high rank/influence.
    *   Let's re-read Sense 4: "having authority or ascendancy or influence".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "of great significance or value".
    *   In the context of a politician and a constituency, the "importance" is their power to influence the election. This is "influence" (Sense 4).

    *   Wait, let me think about this again. Is "important" in "important constituency" more about the *size* (significance) or the *power* (influence)?
    *   Usually, it's both, but the *reason* the politician cares is the influence.
    *   Let's look at the provided senses one more time.
    *   1. significance or value
    *   4. authority or ascendancy or influence
    *   If I say "the most important part of the car is the engine," that's Sense 1.
    *   If I say "he is an important man in the city," that's Sense 4.
    *   "An important constituency" is more like "an important man in the city" than "the most important part of the car."
    *   Therefore, Sense 4 is a better fit.

    *   Wait, let me double-check Sense 1 again. "important people". If "important people" is an example for Sense 1, then Sense 1 *already* covers influential people.
    *   If Sense 1 is "of great significance or value" and the example is "important people," then "important people" are people of significance/value.
    *   If Sense 4 is "having authority or ascendancy or influence" and the example is "an important official," then "important official" is someone with authority.
    *   A constituency doesn't have "authority" (like a boss), but it has "influence."
    *   Let's compare "important people" (1) and "important official" (4).
    *   An official has a *position* of authority. A constituency is a *group* that has influence.
    *   This is tricky. Let's look at the phrase "important constituency" again.
    *   If a politician wants to please an "important constituency," they are pleasing a group that is *significant* to their success.
    *   Let's try to see if "important" here means "influential." Yes, it does.
    *   Does "influential" map better to 1 or 4?
    *   Sense 4 explicitly lists "influence."
    *   Sense 1 lists "significance or value."
    *   I will go with 4.

    *   *Self-Correction:* Let me re-read Sense 1's example: "important people". In many contexts, "important people" means "influential people." If Sense 1 already includes "important people," why would Sense 4 exist?
    *   Sense 4: "having authority or ascendancy or influence" (Example: "an important official").
    *   The difference might be that Sense 4 is about *formal* power/authority (like an official), while Sense 1 is about *general* importance/significance (like "important people" who might be famous or wealthy but not necessarily hold an official office).
    *   A constituency doesn't hold an official office. It's a group of people.
    *   So "important constituency" would be a group of "important people" (in the sense of being significant/valuable to the politician).
    *   Wait, let's look at Sense 4 again: "authority or ascendancy or influence". "Ascendancy" and "influence" are not necessarily formal authority.
    *   Let's re-evaluate. A constituency has *influence* over a politician.
    *   Let's look at the examples again.
        *   Sense 1: "important people"
        *   Sense 4: "an important official"
    *   If "important people" is Sense 1, then "important constituency" (a group of people) is likely Sense 1.
    *   Let me search for these specific sense definitions. They look like they come from a dictionary like Merriam-Webster or Oxford.
    *   Actually, these look like they might be from a dataset like WordNet.
    *   In WordNet:
        *   important (adj): 1. of great significance or value.
        *   important (adj): 2. having authority or ascendancy or influence.
    *   If we use WordNet's distinction:
        *   "Important" as in "significant" (the most important thing).
        *   "Important" as in "influential" (an important person).
    *   A "constituency" is "important" because it is *influential*.
    *   Therefore, the "influential" sense (Sense 4 in the provided list) is the most accurate.

    *   Sense 1: Significance/Value (e.g., "the important questions of the day").
    *   Sense 4: Authority/Influence (e.g., "an important official").
    *   "Important constituency" = Influential constituency.
    *   This matches Sense 4.


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

Context: Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one <t>shred</t> of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials. If there were such evidence, you can be sure you would have heard of it.

Senses:
1. definition=a tiny or scarcely detectable amount | synonyms=scintilla, whit, iota, tittle, smidgen, smidgeon
2. definition=a small piece of cloth or paper | synonyms=rag, tag, tag end, tatter

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "But there is not one <t>shred</t> of evidence that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials."
    *   Target word: "shred"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  a tiny or scarcely detectable amount (synonyms: scintilla, whit, iota, tittle, smidgen, smidgeon)
        2.  a small piece of cloth or paper (synonyms: rag, tag, tag end, tatter)

    *   The phrase is "not one shred of evidence".
    *   "Evidence" is an abstract concept.
    *   "Not one shred" in this context means "not even a tiny amount" or "absolutely no".

    *   Sense 1: "a tiny or scarcely detectable amount". This fits perfectly with "not one shred of evidence".
    *   Sense 2: "a small piece of cloth or paper". This is a literal meaning of shred (like shredding paper), but evidence isn't typically a physical piece of cloth or paper in this general sense (though it *could* be, the idiom "not a shred of evidence" refers to the amount/existence of proof).

    *   The usage is metaphorical/idiomatic meaning "a tiny amount".
    *   Sense 1 is the correct match.


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

Context: Our teachers are not an important factor in our educational crisis. Whether they are or are not underpaid is a problem of equity; it is not an educational problem. It is silly libel on our teachers to think they would educate our children better if only they got a few thousand dollars a year more. It is the kind of libel the teachers' unions do not mind spreading, for their own narrow purposes. It is also the kind of libel politicians find useful, since it helps them strike a friendly posture on behalf of an important constituency. But there is not one shred of <t>evidence</t> that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials. If there were such evidence, you can be sure you would have heard of it.

Senses:
1. definition=your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief | synonyms=grounds | examples=the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling
2. definition=an indication that makes something evident | examples=his trembling was evidence of his fear
3. definition=(law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A passage arguing that teacher salaries are not the cause of the educational crisis. The specific sentence is: "But there is not one shred of <t>evidence</t> that, other things being equal, salary differentials result in educational differentials."
    *   Target word: "evidence"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief (synonym: grounds). Example: smoking causes lung cancer.
        2.  An indication that makes something evident. Example: trembling as evidence of fear.
        3.  (Law) Means by which a matter of fact is established at a judicial trial.

    *   The author is talking about the lack of data or factual support for the claim that higher salaries lead to better education.
    *   "Not one shred of evidence" is a common idiom meaning there is no factual basis or proof to support the claim.
    *   This fits the idea of "basis for belief or disbelief" or "knowledge on which to base belief."

    *   Sense 1: Basis for belief/knowledge. (Fits well: "Is there any knowledge/data to support the belief that salary affects education?")
    *   Sense 2: An indication/sign. (Less fit: The author isn't looking for a "sign" like trembling, but rather factual support/data.)
    *   Sense 3: Legal evidence. (Not applicable: This is an argumentative essay, not a court trial.)

    *   The context refers to the lack of factual support or grounds for a claim. This aligns perfectly with Sense 1.