[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: deal
Target surface form: deals
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 <t>deals</t> the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=deal%1:11:00:: | definition=the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement) | examples=he got a good deal on his car
2. sense_key=deal%1:27:00:: | definition=a plank of softwood (fir or pine board)
3. sense_key=deal%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of distributing playing cards | examples=the deal was passed around the table clockwise
4. sense_key=deal%1:10:00:: | definition=an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each | synonyms=bargain | examples=he made a bargain with the devil; he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals
5. sense_key=deal%1:23:00:: | definition=(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | synonyms=batch, flock, good deal, great deal, hatful, heap | examples=a batch of letters; a deal of trouble
6. sense_key=deal%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of apportioning or distributing something | examples=the captain was entrusted with the deal of provisions
7. sense_key=deal%1:27:01:: | definition=wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir) | synonyms=softwood
8. sense_key=deal%1:14:00:: | definition=the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time | synonyms=hand | examples=I didn't hold a good hand all evening; he kept trying to see my hand
9. sense_key=deal%1:04:02:: | definition=a particular instance of buying or selling | synonyms=trade, business deal | examples=it was a package deal; I had no further trade with him

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `deal`
    *   Target surface form: `deals`
    *   Context: "Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies... The 10 <t>deals</t> the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role..."
    *   Meaning: The word "deals" refers to agreements made between the Iraqi Oil Ministry and foreign oil companies regarding the rebuilding of infrastructure and stakes in oil fields.

    *   Sense 1: `deal%1:11:00::` - type of treatment received (e.g., "good deal on his car"). (Not quite right, though related to a bargain).
    *   Sense 2: `deal%1:27:00::` - plank of softwood. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 3: `deal%1:04:00::` - act of distributing playing cards. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 4: `deal%1:10:00::` - an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each. Synonyms: bargain. Example: "shady deals". (Strong candidate).
    *   Sense 5: `deal%1:23:00::` - a large number or amount. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 6: `deal%1:04:01::` - act of apportioning or distributing something. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 7: `deal%1:27:01::` - wood that is easy to saw. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 8: `deal%1:14:00::` - cards held in a card game. (Incorrect).
    *   Sense 9: `deal%1:04:02::` - a particular instance of buying or selling. Synonyms: trade, business deal. (Strong candidate).

    *   Sense 4: "an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each".
    *   Sense 9: "a particular instance of buying or selling". Synonyms: "trade, business deal".

    Looking at the context: "Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies... to rebuild its ailing infrastructure... American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields."

    These are business agreements/contracts. While Sense 9 mentions "business deal", Sense 4 is the broader and more precise definition of an agreement fixing obligations. However, Sense 9 specifically mentions "business deal".

    Let's re-read Sense 4: "an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each".
    Let's re-read Sense 9: "a particular instance of buying or selling".

    The context describes auctions for stakes in oil fields and agreements to rebuild infrastructure. This is more than just a simple "instance of buying or selling" (Sense 9); it's a formal agreement fixing obligations (Sense 4).

    Wait, let's look at the synonyms for Sense 9: "trade, business deal".
    Let's look at the synonyms for Sense 4: "bargain".

    In common usage, "business deal" (Sense 9) fits perfectly. But "agreement between parties fixing obligations" (Sense 4) is the core of what a business deal is.

    Let's check the examples:
    Sense 4: "he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals"
    Sense 9: "it was a package deal"

    The "deals" in the text are agreements reached after auctions to rebuild infrastructure and acquire stakes. This fits Sense 4 ("agreement between parties... fixing obligations") very well.

    Comparing Sense 4 and Sense 9 again:
    Sense 4: agreement between parties fixing obligations.
    Sense 9: instance of buying or selling.

    The text says "reaches deals... to rebuild its ailing infrastructure". Rebuilding infrastructure is an obligation/agreement, not necessarily a simple "instance of buying or selling".

    Therefore, Sense 4 is the most comprehensive and accurate fit.

    *Self-Correction:* Let me double-check if Sense 9 is more specific to "business". Sense 9 says "business deal". The context is definitely business. But Sense 4 is the general definition of a "deal" as an agreement.

    Let's look at the WordNet hierarchy if possible (mentally).
    `deal%1:10:00` (Sense 4) is often the primary sense for "agreement".
    `deal%1:04:02` (Sense 9) is more about the transaction itself.

    The phrase "reaches deals" almost always maps to Sense 4 (agreement).

    Sense 4: agreement between parties fixing obligations.
    Sense 9: instance of buying or selling.
    Context: "reaches deals... to rebuild its ailing infrastructure".
    This is an agreement to perform work/invest, which fits Sense 4 better than a simple transaction (Sense 9).

    Sense 4 is the best fit.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: china
Target surface form: China
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that <t>China</t>, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=china%1:06:00:: | definition=high quality porcelain originally made only in China
2. sense_key=china%1:06:01:: | definition=dishware made of high quality porcelain | synonyms=chinaware
3. sense_key=china%1:15:01:: | definition=a government on the island of Taiwan established in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek after the conquest of mainland China by the Communists led by Mao Zedong | synonyms=Taiwan, Nationalist China, Republic of China
4. sense_key=china%1:15:00:: | definition=a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world | synonyms=People's Republic of China, mainland China, Communist China, Red China, PRC, Cathay

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

finish_reason: stop

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `china`
    *   Target surface form: `China`
    *   Context: "The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that <t>China</t>, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry..."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `china%1:06:00::`: high quality porcelain.
        2.  `china%1:06:01::`: dishware made of high quality porcelain.
        3.  `china%1:15:01::`: government on the island of Taiwan (Republic of China).
        4.  `china%1:15:00::`: communist nation in eastern Asia (People's Republic of China).

    *   The context mentions "foreign oil companies", "Russia", and "European oil firms".
    *   It discusses international deals involving the Iraqi Oil Ministry.
    *   "China" is listed alongside "Russia" and "European oil firms" as entities poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry.
    *   This clearly refers to the country/nation, not porcelain or dishware.

    *   Sense 3: Republic of China (Taiwan).
    *   Sense 4: People's Republic of China (Mainland China).
    *   In the context of major global oil deals and geopolitical influence alongside Russia and Europe, "China" almost certainly refers to the People's Republic of China (PRC), the vast nation in eastern Asia.

    *   Sense 4 is the most appropriate fit for the context of a global superpower involved in large-scale oil infrastructure projects.

currency: USD

source: unavailable


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: russia
Target surface form: Russia
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, <t>Russia</t> and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=russia%1:15:04:: | definition=a federation in northeastern Europe and northern Asia; formerly Soviet Russia; since 1991 an independent state | synonyms=Russian Federation
2. sense_key=russia%1:15:01:: | definition=formerly the largest Soviet Socialist Republic in the USSR occupying eastern Europe and northern Asia | synonyms=Soviet Russia, Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic
3. sense_key=russia%1:15:00:: | definition=a former communist country in eastern Europe and northern Asia; established in 1922; included Russia and 14 other soviet socialist republics (Ukraine and Byelorussia and others); officially dissolved 31 December 1991 | synonyms=Soviet Union, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, USSR
4. sense_key=russia%1:15:02:: | definition=a former empire in eastern Europe and northern Asia created in the 14th century with Moscow as the capital; powerful in the 17th and 18th centuries under Peter the Great and Catherine the Great when Saint Petersburg was the capital; overthrown by revolution in 1917

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: russia
    *   Target surface form: Russia
    *   Context: "The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, <t>Russia</t> and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry..."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `russia%1:15:04::`: Federation in northeastern Europe and northern Asia; since 1991 an independent state (Russian Federation).
        2.  `russia%1:15:01::`: Former largest Soviet Socialist Republic in the USSR.
        3.  `russia%1:15:00::`: Former communist country (Soviet Union/USSR).
        4.  `russia%1:15:02::`: Former empire (Russian Empire).

    *   The text discusses current events (Iraqi Oil Ministry reaching deals with foreign oil companies).
    *   It mentions "China, Russia and European oil firms".
    *   This refers to the modern state of Russia (the Russian Federation), as it is acting as a contemporary sovereign entity engaging in international business deals.

    *   Sense 1: Modern Russian Federation (post-1991).
    *   Sense 2: RSFSR (part of USSR).
    *   Sense 3: USSR (the union).
    *   Sense 4: Russian Empire (pre-1917).

    *   The context is clearly modern (post-1991), referring to the current state of Russia.

    *   Sense 1 is the correct fit.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: oil
Target surface form: oil
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European <t>oil</t> firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=oil%1:27:01:: | definition=a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons | synonyms=petroleum, crude oil, crude, rock oil, fossil oil
2. sense_key=oil%1:27:00:: | definition=a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water
3. sense_key=oil%1:06:01:: | definition=oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist | synonyms=oil color, oil colour
4. sense_key=oil%1:13:00:: | definition=any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants | synonyms=vegetable oil

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: "oil"
    *   Target surface form: "oil"
    *   Context: "The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European <t>oil</t> firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry..."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `oil%1:27:01::`: petroleum, crude oil, crude, rock oil, fossil oil (dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons).
        2.  `oil%1:27:00::`: a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water (general definition).
        3.  `oil%1:06:01::`: oil paint containing pigment (artist's oil).
        4.  `oil%1:13:00::`: liquid edible fats obtained from plants (vegetable oil).

    *   The context mentions "Iraqi Oil Ministry", "foreign oil companies", "refurbishing Iraq's oil industry", and "auctioned fields".
    *   This clearly refers to the petroleum industry.

    *   Sense 1: Petroleum/crude oil. (Matches perfectly)
    *   Sense 2: General viscous liquid. (Too broad)
    *   Sense 3: Artist's paint. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 4: Vegetable oil. (Incorrect)

    *   The best fit is sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: role
Target surface form: role
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major <t>role</t> in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=role%1:07:00:: | definition=what something is used for | synonyms=function, purpose, use | examples=the function of an auger is to bore holes; ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
2. sense_key=role%1:04:01:: | definition=normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting | examples=what is your role on the team?
3. sense_key=role%1:04:00:: | definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | synonyms=function, office, part | examples=the function of a teacher; the government must do its part
4. sense_key=role%1:09:00:: | definition=an actor's portrayal of someone in a play | synonyms=character, theatrical role, part, persona | examples=she played the part of Desdemona

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `role`
    *   Context: "...China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major <t>role</t> in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry..."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `role%1:07:00::`: what something is used for (function, purpose, use).
        2.  `role%1:04:01::`: normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting.
        3.  `role%1:04:00::`: the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group (function, office, part).
        4.  `role%1:09:00::`: an actor's portrayal of someone in a play.

    *   The sentence discusses foreign oil companies (groups) playing a "major role" in "refurbishing Iraq's oil industry".
    *   This refers to the part they will play, the activities they will undertake, or the function they will serve in the process of rebuilding.

    *   Sense 1: "what something is used for" (usually refers to objects/tools, e.g., an auger). Not the best fit for companies in a geopolitical/economic context.
    *   Sense 2: "normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting" (e.g., role on a team). This is close, but usually refers to a social position.
    *   Sense 3: "the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group" (synonyms: function, office, part). This fits perfectly. The companies are expected to perform specific actions (refurbishing) as part of their "role".
    *   Sense 4: "an actor's portrayal" (theatrical). Clearly incorrect.

    *   Sense 3 is the most accurate description of the "role" played by organizations/groups in a project or process.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: decade
Target surface form: decades
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by <t>decades</t> of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=decade%1:28:00:: | definition=a period of 10 years | synonyms=decennary, decennium
2. sense_key=decade%1:23:00:: | definition=the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system | synonyms=ten, 10, X, tenner

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `decade`
    *   Target surface form: `decades`
    *   Context: "...crippled by <t>decades</t> of war and sanctions."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `decade%1:28:00::`: a period of 10 years.
        2.  `decade%1:23:00::`: the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system.

    *   The phrase is "decades of war and sanctions."
    *   "Decades" here refers to multiple periods of ten years.
    *   It describes a duration of time.

    *   Sense 1: "a period of 10 years" (Time duration).
    *   Sense 2: "the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one" (The number 10).

    *   The context "decades of war" clearly refers to the time period (Sense 1), not the number 10 (Sense 2).

    *   Sense index: 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: war
Target surface form: war
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of <t>war</t> and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=war%1:26:00:: | definition=a legal state created by a declaration of war and ended by official declaration during which the international rules of war apply | synonyms=state of war | examples=war was declared in November but actual fighting did not begin until the following spring
2. sense_key=war%1:04:01:: | definition=a concerted campaign to end something that is injurious | examples=the war on poverty; the war against crime
3. sense_key=war%1:04:02:: | definition=an active struggle between competing entities | synonyms=warfare | examples=a price war; a war of wits
4. sense_key=war%1:04:00:: | definition=the waging of armed conflict against an enemy | synonyms=warfare | examples=thousands of people were killed in the war

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `war`
    *   Target surface form: `war`
    *   Context: "...refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of <t>war</t> and sanctions."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `war%1:26:00::`: Legal state created by declaration.
        2.  `war%1:04:01::`: Concerted campaign to end something injurious (e.g., war on poverty).
        3.  `war%1:04:02::`: Active struggle between competing entities (e.g., price war).
        4.  `war%1:04:00::`: Waging of armed conflict against an enemy (warfare).

    *   The context refers to Iraq's oil industry being "crippled by decades of war and sanctions."
    *   Iraq has experienced actual armed conflicts (Iran-Iraq War, Gulf War, Iraq War).
    *   "Decades of war" in this context refers to the actual fighting and armed conflict, not a legal state (sense 1), a campaign against poverty/crime (sense 2), or a price war/struggle between entities (sense 3).

    *   Sense 1: Legal state. Too narrow/technical.
    *   Sense 2: Campaign against something injurious. Not applicable.
    *   Sense 3: Struggle between competing entities. Not applicable.
    *   Sense 4: Waging of armed conflict against an enemy. This fits perfectly.

    *   The best sense is sense 4.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: sanction
Target surface form: sanctions
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and <t>sanctions</t>. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=sanction%1:10:00:: | definition=formal and explicit approval | synonyms=countenance, endorsement, indorsement, warrant, imprimatur | examples=a Democrat usually gets the union's endorsement
2. sense_key=sanction%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of final authorization | examples=it had the sanction of the church
3. sense_key=sanction%1:04:02:: | definition=a mechanism of social control for enforcing a society's standards
4. sense_key=sanction%1:07:00:: | definition=official permission or approval | synonyms=authority, authorization, authorisation | examples=authority for the program was renewed several times

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `sanction`
    *   Target surface form: `sanctions`
    *   Context: "...Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and <t>sanctions</t>."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `sanction%1:10:00::`: formal and explicit approval (synonyms: countenance, endorsement, etc.)
        2.  `sanction%1:04:01::`: the act of final authorization
        3.  `sanction%1:04:02::`: a mechanism of social control for enforcing a society's standards
        4.  `sanction%1:07:00::`: official permission or approval (synonyms: authority, authorization)

    *   The sentence mentions "Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions."
    *   In this context, "sanctions" refers to economic penalties or restrictive measures imposed by one or more countries on another to force a change in behavior.
    *   Looking at the candidate senses:
        *   Sense 1: Approval/Endorsement (Incorrect)
        *   Sense 2: Final authorization (Incorrect)
        *   Sense 3: A mechanism of social control for enforcing a society's standards (This is the closest, as economic sanctions are a form of penalty/control to enforce international standards/norms).
        *   Sense 4: Official permission (Incorrect)

    *   Wait, let me re-examine the senses. Usually, "sanction" as a penalty is a distinct sense.
    *   Sense 1: Approval
    *   Sense 2: Authorization
    *   Sense 3: Mechanism of social control for enforcing standards.
    *   Sense 4: Permission.

    *   In sociology and law, a "sanction" is a penalty or reward used to enforce a rule. Economic sanctions are a specific type of penalty.
    *   Sense 3 ("a mechanism of social control for enforcing a society's standards") covers both rewards and punishments, but in the context of international relations and "crippling" an industry, it refers to the punitive aspect.

    *   Sense 1, 2, and 4 are all about *approval* or *permission*.
    *   Sense 3 is about *enforcement/control*.
    *   The context "crippled by... sanctions" clearly indicates a punitive measure, not approval.

    *   Sense 3 is the only one that fits the "penalty/punishment" meaning of sanction.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: company
Target surface form: companies
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American <t>companies</t> walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
2. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
3. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment | examples=a hook-and-ladder company
4. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions | examples=the house was filled with company when I arrived
5. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
6. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship | synonyms=ship's company
7. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller | examples=the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company
8. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society | examples=he missed their company; he enjoyed the society of his friends
9. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe | examples=the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `company`
    *   Target surface form: `companies`
    *   Context: "American <t>companies</t> walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields."
    *   Surrounding context: "Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies", "attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure", "China, Russia and European oil firms".

    *   Sense 1: "an institution created to conduct business" (e.g., large well-established companies).
    *   Sense 2: "small military unit".
    *   Sense 3: "unit of firefighters".
    *   Sense 4: "social gathering of guests".
    *   Sense 5: "band of people associated temporarily".
    *   Sense 6: "crew of a ship".
    *   Sense 7: "social or business visitor".
    *   Sense 8: "state of being with someone".
    *   Sense 9: "organization of performers".

    *   The context refers to "foreign oil companies", "major oil companies", and "American companies" involved in deals with the Iraqi Oil Ministry to rebuild infrastructure and acquire stakes in oil fields.
    *   This clearly refers to business entities/institutions.

    *   Sense 1 matches "an institution created to conduct business".


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: stake
Target surface form: stakes
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with <t>stakes</t> in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=stake%1:10:00:: | definition=a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) | synonyms=post | examples=a pair of posts marked the goal; the corner of the lot was indicated by a stake
2. sense_key=stake%1:06:01:: | definition=instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning
3. sense_key=stake%1:06:00:: | definition=a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground
4. sense_key=stake%1:21:02:: | definition=(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | synonyms=interest | examples=they have interests all over the world; a stake in the company's future
5. sense_key=stake%1:21:00:: | definition=the money risked on a gamble | synonyms=stakes, bet, wager

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `stake`
    *   Target surface form: `stakes`
    *   Context: "American companies walked away with <t>stakes</t> in just two of the 10 auctioned fields."
    *   Surrounding context: Iraqi Oil Ministry, deals with foreign oil companies, rebuilding infrastructure, auctions, oil fields.

    *   Sense 1: A pole/stake to mark something (e.g., race track).
    *   Sense 2: Instrument of execution (burning).
    *   Sense 3: A strong wooden/metal post driven into the ground.
    *   Sense 4: (Law) A right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something (synonym: interest).
    *   Sense 5: Money risked on a gamble (synonym: bet, wager).

    *   The sentence says "American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields."
    *   In the context of oil companies and auctions for oil fields, "stakes" refers to ownership shares or financial interests in those fields.
    *   This matches Sense 4: "a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something".

    *   Sense 1, 2, 3 are physical posts. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 5 is gambling money. While auctions involve money, "stakes in... fields" refers to the resulting ownership/interest, not the bet itself. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 4 is a legal share or financial involvement. (Correct)


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: field
Target surface form: fields
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned <t>fields</t>. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=field%1:17:00:: | definition=extensive tract of level open land | synonyms=plain, champaign | examples=they emerged from the woods onto a vast open plain; he longed for the fields of his youth
2. sense_key=field%1:09:00:: | definition=a branch of knowledge | synonyms=discipline, subject, subject area, subject field, field of study, study | examples=in what discipline is his doctorate?; teachers should be well trained in their subject
3. sense_key=field%1:09:01:: | definition=the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) | synonyms=field of view
4. sense_key=field%1:14:01:: | definition=all of the horses in a particular horse race
5. sense_key=field%1:15:00:: | definition=a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed | examples=he planted a field of wheat
6. sense_key=field%1:06:00:: | definition=a place where planes take off and land | synonyms=airfield, landing field, flying field
7. sense_key=field%1:19:00:: | definition=the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it | synonyms=field of force, force field
8. sense_key=field%1:04:00:: | definition=a particular kind of commercial enterprise | synonyms=field of operation, line of business | examples=they are outstanding in their field
9. sense_key=field%1:14:02:: | definition=all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event
10. sense_key=field%1:14:00:: | definition=(mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 | examples=the set of all rational numbers is a field
11. sense_key=field%1:15:05:: | definition=a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found | examples=the diamond fields of South Africa
12. sense_key=field%1:15:04:: | definition=a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought | synonyms=battlefield, battleground, field of battle, field of honor | examples=they made a tour of Civil War battlefields
13. sense_key=field%1:26:00:: | definition=a particular environment or walk of life | synonyms=sphere, domain, area, orbit, arena | examples=his social sphere is limited; it was a closed area of employment
14. sense_key=field%1:15:01:: | definition=somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected | examples=anthropologists do much of their work in the field
15. sense_key=field%1:15:03:: | definition=a region in which active military operations are in progress | synonyms=field of operations, theater, theater of operations, theatre, theatre of operations | examples=the army was in the field awaiting action; he served in the Vietnam theater for three years
16. sense_key=field%1:14:03:: | definition=(computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information
17. sense_key=field%1:15:02:: | definition=a piece of land prepared for playing a game | synonyms=playing field, athletic field, playing area | examples=the home crowd cheered when Princeton took the field

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 11}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 11}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target word: "fields" (plural of "field")
    *   Context: "American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned <t>fields</t>."
    *   Broader context: The text discusses the Iraqi Oil Ministry reaching deals with foreign oil companies to rebuild infrastructure and refurbish the oil industry.

    *   1: extensive tract of level open land (plain)
    *   2: branch of knowledge (discipline)
    *   3: area visible through optical instrument (field of view)
    *   4: horses in a race
    *   5: piece of land cleared of trees (wheat field)
    *   6: place where planes take off/land (airfield)
    *   7: electromagnetic oscillations (force field)
    *   8: particular kind of commercial enterprise (line of business)
    *   9: competitors in a contest
    *   10: mathematics (set of elements)
    *   11: geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found (e.g., diamond fields)
    *   12: region where a battle is fought (battlefield)
    *   13: particular environment or walk of life (sphere, domain)
    *   14: somewhere away from studio/office where practical work is done (field work)
    *   15: region in which active military operations are in progress (theater of operations)
    *   16: computer science (unit of information)
    *   17: piece of land prepared for playing a game (playing field)

    *   The context is about "oil companies" and "auctioned fields."
    *   In the oil industry, an "oil field" is a geographic region where oil is found underground.
    *   Sense 11 defines "field" as "a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found" and gives the example "the diamond fields of South Africa." This perfectly matches "oil fields."

    *   Sense 1 (open land) - Too generic.
    *   Sense 5 (cleared land) - Too generic.
    *   Sense 8 (commercial enterprise) - Doesn't fit "auctioned fields" in the context of oil extraction sites.
    *   Sense 13 (sphere/domain) - Doesn't fit "auctioned fields."
    *   Sense 11 (geographic region with something valuable) - Fits perfectly.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: company
Target surface form: companies
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American <t>companies</t> had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment | examples=a hook-and-ladder company
2. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
3. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society | examples=he missed their company; he enjoyed the society of his friends
4. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions | examples=the house was filled with company when I arrived
5. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship | synonyms=ship's company
6. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
7. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller | examples=the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company
8. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
9. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe | examples=the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `company`
    *   Target surface form: `companies`
    *   Context: "Seven American <t>companies</t> had paid to participate in the second auction..."
    *   Surrounding context: "Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies", "attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure", "China, Russia and European oil firms", "American companies walked away with stakes".

    *   Sense 1: Firefighters unit. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Institution created to conduct business. (Correct - "oil companies", "oil firms", "invests in large well-established companies")
    *   Sense 3: State of being with someone (companionship). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 4: Social gathering of guests. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 5: Crew of a ship. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 6: Band of people associated temporarily. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 7: Social or business visitor. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 8: Small military unit. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 9: Organization of performers (troupe). (Incorrect)

    *   The context clearly refers to business entities (oil companies, firms) participating in auctions for oil fields. This matches Sense 2 perfectly.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: auction
Target surface form: auction
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second <t>auction</t>, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=auction%1:04:01:: | definition=a variety of bridge in which tricks made in excess of the contract are scored toward game; now generally superseded by contract bridge | synonyms=auction bridge
2. sense_key=auction%1:04:00:: | definition=the public sale of something to the highest bidder | synonyms=auction sale, vendue

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `auction`
    *   Target surface form: `auction`
    *   Context: "Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second <t>auction</t>, which began Friday."
    *   Surrounding context: "Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies", "attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions", "auctioned fields", "submitted a bid".

    *   Sense 1: `auction%1:04:01::` - a variety of bridge (card game).
    *   Sense 2: `auction%1:04:00::` - the public sale of something to the highest bidder.

    *   The context describes the Iraqi government selling/leasing oil fields to foreign companies through a bidding process.
    *   This clearly matches the definition of a public sale to the highest bidder.
    *   It has nothing to do with the card game bridge.

    *   Sense 2 is the correct match.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: bid
Target surface form: bid
Context:
Iraqi Oil Ministry reaches deals with 10 foreign oil companies Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a <t>bid</t> lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=bid%1:10:03:: | definition=an authoritative direction or instruction to do something | synonyms=command, bidding, dictation
2. sense_key=bid%1:10:00:: | definition=a formal proposal to buy at a specified price | synonyms=tender
3. sense_key=bid%1:04:00:: | definition=an attempt to get something | synonyms=play | examples=they made a futile play for power; he made a bid to gain attention
4. sense_key=bid%1:10:01:: | definition=(bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make | synonyms=bidding

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `bid`
    *   Target surface form: `bid`
    *   Context: "The only one that submitted a <t>bid</t> lost." (Within a text about oil companies participating in auctions for oil fields).
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `bid%1:10:03::`: authoritative direction/instruction (command).
        2.  `bid%1:10:00::`: formal proposal to buy at a specified price (tender).
        3.  `bid%1:04:00::`: attempt to get something (play).
        4.  `bid%1:10:01::`: bridge bidding.

    *   The context mentions "auctions", "foreign oil companies", "submitted a bid", and "lost".
    *   In the context of an auction, a "bid" is a formal proposal to buy something (or win a contract) at a specific price.

    *   Sense 1 (command) is incorrect.
    *   Sense 2 (formal proposal to buy at a specified price/tender) fits perfectly with "auctions" and "submitted a bid".
    *   Sense 3 (attempt to get something) is a broader meaning, but Sense 2 is the specific technical meaning for auctions.
    *   Sense 4 (bridge) is incorrect.

    *   Sense 2 is the most precise fit for an auction context.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: company
Target surface form: companies
Context:
Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American <t>companies</t> reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=company%1:14:01:: | definition=an institution created to conduct business | examples=he only invests in large well-established companies; he started the company in his garage
2. sense_key=company%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of being with someone | synonyms=companionship, fellowship, society | examples=he missed their company; he enjoyed the society of his friends
3. sense_key=company%1:18:00:: | definition=a social or business visitor | synonyms=caller | examples=the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company
4. sense_key=company%1:14:04:: | definition=crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship | synonyms=ship's company
5. sense_key=company%1:14:00:: | definition=a social gathering of guests or companions | examples=the house was filled with company when I arrived
6. sense_key=company%1:14:03:: | definition=small military unit; usually two or three platoons
7. sense_key=company%1:14:02:: | definition=organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | synonyms=troupe | examples=the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel
8. sense_key=company%1:14:05:: | definition=a unit of firefighters including their equipment | examples=a hook-and-ladder company
9. sense_key=company%1:14:06:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=party | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `company`
    *   Target surface form: `companies`
    *   Context: "Two American <t>companies</t> reached deals for fields auctioned in June."
    *   Surrounding context: "major oil companies", "foreign oil companies", "American companies", "American oil giants".

    *   Sense 1: "an institution created to conduct business" (e.g., "large well-established companies").
    *   Sense 2: "the state of being with someone" (companionship).
    *   Sense 3: "a social or business visitor" (caller).
    *   Sense 4: "crew of a ship".
    *   Sense 5: "a social gathering of guests".
    *   Sense 6: "small military unit".
    *   Sense 7: "organization of performers" (troupe).
    *   Sense 8: "a unit of firefighters".
    *   Sense 9: "a band of people associated temporarily".

    *   The context refers to "oil companies", "foreign oil companies", and "American companies" reaching deals for oil fields.
    *   This clearly refers to business entities/institutions created to conduct business.

    *   Sense 1 matches perfectly: "an institution created to conduct business".


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: deal
Target surface form: deals
Context:
Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached <t>deals</t> for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=deal%1:04:02:: | definition=a particular instance of buying or selling | synonyms=trade, business deal | examples=it was a package deal; I had no further trade with him
2. sense_key=deal%1:23:00:: | definition=(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | synonyms=batch, flock, good deal, great deal, hatful, heap | examples=a batch of letters; a deal of trouble
3. sense_key=deal%1:11:00:: | definition=the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement) | examples=he got a good deal on his car
4. sense_key=deal%1:10:00:: | definition=an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each | synonyms=bargain | examples=he made a bargain with the devil; he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals
5. sense_key=deal%1:27:01:: | definition=wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir) | synonyms=softwood
6. sense_key=deal%1:14:00:: | definition=the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time | synonyms=hand | examples=I didn't hold a good hand all evening; he kept trying to see my hand
7. sense_key=deal%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of apportioning or distributing something | examples=the captain was entrusted with the deal of provisions
8. sense_key=deal%1:27:00:: | definition=a plank of softwood (fir or pine board)
9. sense_key=deal%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of distributing playing cards | examples=the deal was passed around the table clockwise

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 4}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `deal`
    *   Target surface form: `deals`
    *   Context: "Two American companies reached <t>deals</t> for fields auctioned in June."
    *   Surrounding context: The text discusses the Iraqi government attracting oil companies to rebuild infrastructure through auctions. It mentions "10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies."

    *   Sense 1: `deal%1:04:02` - a particular instance of buying or selling (trade, business deal).
    *   Sense 2: `deal%1:23:00` - a large number or amount or extent (batch, flock).
    *   Sense 3: `deal%1:11:00` - the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement).
    *   Sense 4: `deal%1:10:00` - an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each (bargain).
    *   Sense 5: `deal%1:27:01` - wood that is easy to saw (softwood).
    *   Sense 6: `deal%1:14:00` - the cards held in a card game (hand).
    *   Sense 7: `deal%1:04:01` - the act of apportioning or distributing something.
    *   Sense 8: `deal%1:27:00` - a plank of softwood.
    *   Sense 9: `deal%1:04:00` - the act of distributing playing cards.

    *   The sentence is "Two American companies reached <t>deals</t> for fields auctioned in June."
    *   "Reached deals" is a common collocation meaning they came to an agreement.
    *   The context involves auctions for oil fields, which are business agreements.
    *   Sense 1 (buying or selling) and Sense 4 (agreement between parties) are the closest.
    *   Sense 4: "an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each."
    *   Sense 1: "a particular instance of buying or selling."
    *   In the context of "reaching a deal," it almost always refers to the agreement itself (Sense 4). The "business deal" synonym in Sense 1 is very close, but "reached a deal" specifically points to the agreement reached.
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 4: "an agreement between parties... fixing obligations of each."
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 1: "a particular instance of buying or selling."
    *   Usually, "reach a deal" maps to the agreement (Sense 4).

    *   Sense 1: "it was a package deal" (instance of buying/selling).
    *   Sense 4: "he made a bargain with the devil; he rose to prominence through a series of shady deals" (agreement).
    *   The text says "The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached...". This refers to the agreements made between the ministry and the companies.

    *   Sense 1 is more about the transaction itself.
    *   Sense 4 is more about the agreement/contract.
    *   "Reached a deal" is a standard idiom for arriving at an agreement.

    *   Sense 1: `deal%1:04:02`
    *   Sense 4: `deal%1:10:00`
    *   Looking at the provided options:
        1. sense_key=deal%1:04:02
        2. sense_key=deal%1:23:00
        3. sense_key=deal%1:11:00
        4. sense_key=deal%1:10:00
        ...
    *   The phrase "reached deals" strongly aligns with "an agreement between parties" (Sense 4).

    *   Wait, let me double-check Sense 1 again. "a particular instance of buying or selling | synonyms=trade, business deal".
    *   And Sense 4: "an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each | synonyms=bargain".
    *   In business contexts, "deal" often overlaps. However, "reaching a deal" is the act of agreeing. The "deal" they reached is the agreement.

    *   Sense 4 is the most precise fit for "reached deals".


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: field
Target surface form: fields
Context:
Despite concerns about violence and political instability, the Iraqi government managed to attract major oil companies to rebuild its ailing infrastructure during two auctions that concluded Saturday. The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for <t>fields</t> auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=field%1:15:02:: | definition=a piece of land prepared for playing a game | synonyms=playing field, athletic field, playing area | examples=the home crowd cheered when Princeton took the field
2. sense_key=field%1:14:00:: | definition=(mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 | examples=the set of all rational numbers is a field
3. sense_key=field%1:14:03:: | definition=(computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information
4. sense_key=field%1:09:00:: | definition=a branch of knowledge | synonyms=discipline, subject, subject area, subject field, field of study, study | examples=in what discipline is his doctorate?; teachers should be well trained in their subject
5. sense_key=field%1:06:00:: | definition=a place where planes take off and land | synonyms=airfield, landing field, flying field
6. sense_key=field%1:26:00:: | definition=a particular environment or walk of life | synonyms=sphere, domain, area, orbit, arena | examples=his social sphere is limited; it was a closed area of employment
7. sense_key=field%1:15:05:: | definition=a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found | examples=the diamond fields of South Africa
8. sense_key=field%1:19:00:: | definition=the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it | synonyms=field of force, force field
9. sense_key=field%1:15:01:: | definition=somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected | examples=anthropologists do much of their work in the field
10. sense_key=field%1:14:02:: | definition=all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event
11. sense_key=field%1:15:04:: | definition=a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought | synonyms=battlefield, battleground, field of battle, field of honor | examples=they made a tour of Civil War battlefields
12. sense_key=field%1:14:01:: | definition=all of the horses in a particular horse race
13. sense_key=field%1:17:00:: | definition=extensive tract of level open land | synonyms=plain, champaign | examples=they emerged from the woods onto a vast open plain; he longed for the fields of his youth
14. sense_key=field%1:15:00:: | definition=a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed | examples=he planted a field of wheat
15. sense_key=field%1:04:00:: | definition=a particular kind of commercial enterprise | synonyms=field of operation, line of business | examples=they are outstanding in their field
16. sense_key=field%1:15:03:: | definition=a region in which active military operations are in progress | synonyms=field of operations, theater, theater of operations, theatre, theatre of operations | examples=the army was in the field awaiting action; he served in the Vietnam theater for three years
17. sense_key=field%1:09:01:: | definition=the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) | synonyms=field of view

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 7}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 7}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target word: "fields" (plural of "field")
    *   Context: "Two American companies reached deals for <t>fields</t> auctioned in June."
    *   Broader context: The text discusses the Iraqi government attracting oil companies to rebuild infrastructure, specifically mentioning "oil industry," "oil companies," and "auctioned fields."

    *   1: Playing field (sports) - No.
    *   2: Mathematics (set of elements) - No.
    *   3: Computer science (unit of information) - No.
    *   4: Branch of knowledge (discipline) - No.
    *   5: Airfield (planes) - No.
    *   6: Environment/walk of life (sphere) - No.
    *   7: Geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found (e.g., diamond fields) - Yes, this fits "oil fields."
    *   8: Electromagnetic field - No.
    *   9: Practical work/data collection (field work) - No.
    *   10: Competitors in a contest - No.
    *   11: Battlefield - No.
    *   12: Horses in a race - No.
    *   13: Extensive tract of level open land (plain) - No.
    *   14: Piece of land cleared for crops (wheat field) - No.
    *   15: Commercial enterprise (line of business) - No.
    *   16: Military operations region (theater) - No.
    *   17: Field of view (optical) - No.

    *   The context is about oil companies bidding for "fields" in Iraq.
    *   Sense 7 defines "field" as "a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found," giving "diamond fields" as an example. Oil is a valuable resource found under the ground.

    *   Sense 7 is the perfect fit.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: representation
Target surface form: representation
Context:
The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager <t>representation</t> of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts. Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=representation%1:10:00:: | definition=a factual statement made by one party in order to induce another party to enter into a contract | examples=the sales contract contains several representations by the vendor
2. sense_key=representation%1:10:01:: | definition=a performance of a play | synonyms=theatrical performance, theatrical, histrionics
3. sense_key=representation%1:04:00:: | definition=an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent
4. sense_key=representation%1:07:00:: | definition=the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body
5. sense_key=representation%1:26:00:: | definition=the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent | synonyms=delegacy, agency
6. sense_key=representation%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf
7. sense_key=representation%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency | examples=a Congressional vacancy occurred in the representation from California
8. sense_key=representation%1:10:02:: | definition=a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting | examples=certain representations were made concerning police brutality
9. sense_key=representation%1:09:00:: | definition=a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image | synonyms=mental representation, internal representation
10. sense_key=representation%1:06:00:: | definition=a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 6}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 6}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target word: "representation"
    *   Context: "The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts."
    *   Meaning: The sentence discusses the small number or presence of American oil companies in the Iraqi oil industry compared to Asian and European companies.

    *   Sense 1: Factual statement to induce a contract (Legal). -> No.
    *   Sense 2: Performance of a play. -> No.
    *   Sense 3: An activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent. -> No.
    *   Sense 4: Right of being represented by delegates in a legislative body. -> No.
    *   Sense 5: State of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent. -> No.
    *   Sense 6: The act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf. -> This is close, but usually implies speaking/acting for others.
    *   Sense 7: A body of legislators. -> No.
    *   Sense 8: Statement of facts and reasons in appealing/protesting. -> No.
    *   Sense 9: Presentation to the mind (idea/image). -> No.
    *   Sense 10: Visual or tangible rendering. -> No.

    *   Wait, looking at the senses again. None of them perfectly fit "the presence or proportion of a group within a larger group" (which is the common meaning of "representation" in this context).
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 6: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 3: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent".
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 4: "the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body".

    *   Wait, is there a sense I missed?
    *   "The meager representation of American oil giants..."
    *   In this context, "representation" means the extent to which a group is present or included.
    *   Looking at the provided WordNet senses again:
        1. Legal statement.
        2. Play.
        3. Activity as equivalent.
        4. Legislative right.
        5. State of serving as delegate.
        6. Act of representing/standing in for.
        7. Body of legislators.
        8. Statement of facts/reasons.
        9. Mental image.
        10. Visual rendering.

    *   None of these are a perfect fit for "presence/proportion". Let's look closer at Sense 6. "The act of representing; standing in for someone or some group". If American companies are "represented" in the industry, they are present there.
    *   Let's look at Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".
    *   Let's look at Sense 4: "the right of being represented by delegates...".

    *   Actually, let's look at the WordNet hierarchy for "representation". Often, "representation" in the sense of "presence of a group" is grouped under the idea of "standing in for" or "being a part of a group that represents the whole".
    *   If I have to choose the *best* among these:
        *   Sense 6: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group..."
        *   Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".
        *   Sense 3: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent".

    *   Let's think about "representation" in "under-representation of women in STEM". That usually means the proportion.
    *   Is "representation" here meaning "the state of being represented"?
    *   If we look at Sense 6: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group".
    *   If we look at Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".

    *   Let's reconsider Sense 6. If American companies are "represented" in the industry, they are the ones "standing in" for the American interest in that industry.

    *   Wait, let me look at the senses again. Is there any other possibility?
    *   Sense 3: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent". (Doesn't fit).
    *   Sense 4: "the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body". (Too specific to legislation).
    *   Sense 7: "a body of legislators". (Too specific).

    *   Let's compare Sense 5 and Sense 6.
    *   Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".
    *   Sense 6: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".

    *   Actually, looking at the context "meager representation of American oil giants", it means there aren't many of them. This is a common usage of "representation" meaning "the state of being represented" or "the proportion of a group".
    *   If the provided senses are the *only* options, I must pick the closest one.
    *   Sense 6 is about the *act* of representing.
    *   Sense 5 is about the *state* of serving as a delegate.

    *   Let's search for "representation" in WordNet for this specific meaning.
    *   Often, "representation" (the proportion of a group) is categorized under the sense of "the act of representing" or "the state of being represented".
    *   Between 5 and 6, 6 is more general ("standing in for someone or some group").

    *   Let's double-check Sense 6 again: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".
    *   Let's double-check Sense 5 again: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".

    *   Wait, let's look at Sense 3 again: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent". No.

    *   Let's think about the word "representation" in "the representation of the US in the UN". That's Sense 5 or 6.
    *   "The representation of women on the board" -> This is the same as "the representation of American oil giants in Iraq's oil industry".
    *   In this case, it's the state of being represented.

    *   Is there any other sense?
    *   1: Legal statement.
    *   2: Play.
    *   3: Equivalent activity.
    *   4: Legislative right.
    *   5: State of serving as delegate.
    *   6: Act of representing.
    *   7: Body of legislators.
    *   8: Statement of facts.
    *   9: Mental image.
    *   10: Visual rendering.

    *   Sense 6 seems the most plausible, as "standing in for some group" can be stretched to mean "being the members of that group who are present".

    *   Let's re-read Sense 6: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".

    *   Actually, "representation" in the sense of "the proportion of a group" is often linked to the idea of "standing in for" the whole group. If there are only two American companies, they are the "representation" (the ones standing in) for all American oil giants.

    *   Let's check if any other sense fits better.
    *   Sense 4 is "the right of being represented".
    *   Sense 7 is "a body of legislators".

    *   If I have to choose between 5 and 6, 6 is slightly broader.

    *   Wait, let me look at Sense 6 again. "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".
    *   And Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".

    *   In the context of "meager representation of American oil giants", it's not really about "speaking with authority" (Sense 6) or "serving as an official delegate" (Sense 5). It's about the *number* of them present.

    *   However, in many WordNet-based tasks, this specific meaning (proportion/presence) is mapped to the sense of "the act of representing" or "the state of being represented".

    *   Let's try to see if "representation" can mean "the state of being represented" in Sense 6.
    *   "The act of representing" -> "The state of being represented".

    *   Let's look at Sense 6 again. "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group".
    *   If the American companies are the ones "standing in" for the American oil industry, then their presence is the "representation".

    *   Let's compare with Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent". This is too narrow (official delegate).

    *   Let's compare with Sense 4: "the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body". Too narrow.

    *   Let's compare with Sense 3: "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent". Too vague.

    *   Therefore, Sense 6 is the most likely candidate.

    *   Wait, let me search for "representation" in a dictionary.
    *   Merriam-Webster:
        1. the act or process of representing
        2. the state of being represented
        3. a person or group that represents another
        4. the proportion of a particular group...

    *   In WordNet, the "proportion" sense is often not explicitly listed as its own sense but is grouped under "the act of representing" or "the state of being represented".

    *   Let's look at the senses again.
    *   Sense 6: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".
    *   Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".

    *   If we consider "representation" as "the state of being represented", Sense 6 ("the act of representing") is closer than Sense 5 ("official delegate").

    *   Let's double-check Sense 6 one more time. "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".
    *   If the American companies are "standing in" for the American oil industry, this fits.

    *   Wait, let me look at Sense 3 again. "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent". No, that's not it.

    *   Let's look at Sense 10. "a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something". No.

    *   Let's look at Sense 9. "a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image". No.

    *   Let's look at Sense 8. "a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting". No.

    *   Let's look at Sense 7. "a body of legislators". No.

    *   Let's look at Sense 4. "the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body". No.

    *   Let's look at Sense 2. "a performance of a play". No.

    *   Let's look at Sense 1. "a factual statement made by one party in order to induce another party to enter into a contract". No.

    *   So it's between 5 and 6.
    *   Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".
    *   Sense 6: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".

    *   "The meager representation of American oil giants"
    *   This means the small number of American oil giants who are present.
    *   If they are present, they are "representing" the American oil industry.
    *   Sense 6 is "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group". This is the most general sense of "representing" a group.

    *   Let's think if there's any other possibility. Could it be Sense 3? "an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent". No.

    *   Let's re-read Sense 6: "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".

    *   Actually, "representation" in the sense of "the proportion of a group" is often used in the context of "representation in parliament" or "representation in the workforce".
    *   In "representation in parliament", it's about having delegates (Sense 4, 5, 6, 7).
    *   In "representation in the workforce", it's about the proportion of a group.

    *   If the WordNet senses provided are the only ones, Sense 6 is the most general and fits the idea of "standing in for some group".

    *   Let's double-check Sense 6 again. "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf".
    *   Is "the meager representation" the "act of representing"? Not exactly, but "representation" can be the *result* of the act of representing (i.e., the people who are doing the representing).

    *   Wait, let me look at Sense 6 again. "the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group".
    *   If we have "meager representation", it means the "standing in for some group" is meager (i.e., there are not many people standing in).

    *   Let's compare this to Sense 5: "the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent".
    *   The oil companies are not "official delegates" of the US government (though they are American). They are just companies.

    *   So Sense 6 is better than Sense 5.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: oil
Target surface form: oil
Context:
The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American <t>oil</t> giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts. Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=oil%1:27:01:: | definition=a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons | synonyms=petroleum, crude oil, crude, rock oil, fossil oil
2. sense_key=oil%1:13:00:: | definition=any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants | synonyms=vegetable oil
3. sense_key=oil%1:06:01:: | definition=oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist | synonyms=oil color, oil colour
4. sense_key=oil%1:27:00:: | definition=a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: "oil"
    *   Target surface form: "oil"
    *   Context: "The meager representation of American <t>oil</t> giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts."
    *   Surrounding context: "Iraqi Oil Ministry", "foreign oil companies", "refurbishing Iraq's oil industry", "auctioned fields", "Iraq Oil Forum".

    *   Sense 1: "a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons" (Synonyms: petroleum, crude oil, crude, rock oil, fossil oil).
    *   Sense 2: "any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants" (Synonyms: vegetable oil).
    *   Sense 3: "oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist" (Synonyms: oil color, oil colour).
    *   Sense 4: "a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water".

    *   The context is about the Iraqi Oil Ministry, oil companies, oil industry, and auctioned fields.
    *   This clearly refers to petroleum/crude oil.
    *   Sense 1 specifically defines petroleum/crude oil.

    *   Sense 1 matches perfectly.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: giant
Target surface form: giants
Context:
The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil <t>giants</t> in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts. Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=giant%1:18:03:: | definition=a very large person; impressive in size or qualities | synonyms=hulk, heavyweight, whale
2. sense_key=giant%1:18:02:: | definition=an imaginary figure of superhuman size and strength; appears in folklore and fairy tales
3. sense_key=giant%1:14:00:: | definition=an unusually large enterprise | examples=Walton built a retail giant
4. sense_key=giant%1:17:00:: | definition=a very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun) | synonyms=giant star
5. sense_key=giant%1:18:01:: | definition=a person of exceptional importance and reputation | synonyms=colossus, behemoth, heavyweight, titan
6. sense_key=giant%1:18:00:: | definition=someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful | synonyms=goliath, behemoth, monster, colossus
7. sense_key=giant%1:05:00:: | definition=any creature of exceptional size

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `giant`
    *   Target surface form: `giants`
    *   Context: "The meager representation of American oil <t>giants</t> in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised analysts."
    *   Key phrase: "American oil giants"

    *   Sense 1: a very large person; impressive in size or qualities.
    *   Sense 2: an imaginary figure of superhuman size and strength (folklore/fairy tales).
    *   Sense 3: an unusually large enterprise (Example: "Walton built a retail giant").
    *   Sense 4: a very bright star of large diameter and low density.
    *   Sense 5: a person of exceptional importance and reputation.
    *   Sense 6: someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful.
    *   Sense 7: any creature of exceptional size.

    *   The context refers to "American oil giants".
    *   "Oil giants" refers to large oil companies (enterprises).
    *   Sense 3 specifically defines "giant" as "an unusually large enterprise" and provides the example "retail giant". This matches "oil giants" perfectly.

    *   Sense 1, 2, 7: Refer to physical size/creatures. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 4: Refers to astronomy. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 5: Refers to a person of importance. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 6: Refers to something abnormally large and powerful (more general than Sense 3).

    *   Sense 3 is the most specific and accurate fit for "oil giants" (large enterprises).


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: analyst
Target surface form: analysts
Context:
The 10 deals the Iraqi Oil Ministry reached with foreign oil companies suggest that China, Russia and European oil firms are poised to play a major role in refurbishing Iraq's oil industry, crippled by decades of war and sanctions. American companies walked away with stakes in just two of the 10 auctioned fields. Seven American companies had paid to participate in the second auction, which began Friday. The only one that submitted a bid lost. Two American companies reached deals for fields auctioned in June. The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised <t>analysts</t>. Iraq finally opened its doors after six years of war, and instead of U.S. companies, you have Asians and Europeans leading the way, said Ruba Husari, the editor of Iraq Oil Forum, an online news outlet.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=analyst%1:18:01:: | definition=a licensed practitioner of psychoanalysis | synonyms=psychoanalyst
2. sense_key=analyst%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who is skilled at analyzing data
3. sense_key=analyst%1:18:02:: | definition=an expert who studies financial data (on credit or securities or sales or financial patterns etc.) and recommends appropriate business actions

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `analyst`
    *   Target surface form: `analysts`
    *   Context: The text discusses oil deals in Iraq, foreign oil companies (China, Russia, Europe, USA), auctions for oil fields, and the surprising lack of American representation.
    *   Sentence: "The meager representation of American oil giants in Iraq's opening oil industry surprised <t>analysts</t>."

    *   Sense 1: `analyst%1:18:01::` - a licensed practitioner of psychoanalysis (psychoanalyst).
    *   Sense 2: `analyst%1:18:00::` - someone who is skilled at analyzing data.
    *   Sense 3: `analyst%1:18:02::` - an expert who studies financial data (on credit or securities or sales or financial patterns etc.) and recommends appropriate business actions.

    *   The context is about oil industry deals, auctions, and international business competition.
    *   The "analysts" mentioned are those observing the business/economic landscape of the Iraqi oil industry.
    *   Sense 1 (psychoanalyst) is completely irrelevant.
    *   Sense 2 (general data analyst) is too broad.
    *   Sense 3 (financial/business expert) fits perfectly because the context involves oil deals, auctions, and corporate stakes, which are financial and business matters.

    *   Sense 3 is the most specific and accurate fit for the context of oil industry deals and market representation.