[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: office
Target surface form: office
Context:
Second, it explains why voters hold Congress in disdain but generally love their own congressional representatives: Any individual legislator's constituents appreciate the specific benefits that the legislator wins for them but not the overall cost associated with every other legislator doing likewise for his own constituency. Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional <t>office</t>. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=office%1:06:00:: | definition=place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed | synonyms=business office | examples=he rented an office in the new building
2. sense_key=office%1:14:01:: | definition=an administrative unit of government | synonyms=agency, federal agency, government agency, bureau, authority | examples=the Central Intelligence Agency; the Census Bureau
3. sense_key=office%1:04:01:: | definition=the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group | synonyms=function, part, role | examples=the function of a teacher; the government must do its part
4. sense_key=office%1:14:00:: | definition=professional or clerical workers in an office | synonyms=office staff | examples=the whole office was late the morning of the blizzard
5. sense_key=office%1:04:00:: | definition=a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities | examples=the offices of the mass
6. sense_key=office%1:26:00:: | definition=(of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power | synonyms=power | examples=being in office already gives a candidate a great advantage; during his first year in office
7. sense_key=office%1:04:02:: | definition=a job in an organization | synonyms=position, post, berth, spot, billet, place | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury

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 lemma: `office`
    *   Target surface form: `office`
    *   Context: "...the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional <t>office</t>."
    *   Surrounding context: The text discusses legislators, constituents, security in office, running for re-election, and candidates for congressional office.

    *   Sense 1: Place of business (physical location).
    *   Sense 2: Administrative unit of government (agency/bureau).
    *   Sense 3: Actions/activities assigned to a person (function/role).
    *   Sense 4: Office staff (people).
    *   Sense 5: Religious rite.
    *   Sense 6: Holding power (the state of being in office).
    *   Sense 7: A job in an organization (position/post).

    *   The phrase is "candidates for congressional office".
    *   A "candidate for congressional office" is someone running for a specific *position* or *post* in Congress.
    *   Sense 6 ("holding an office means being in power") refers to the *state* of being in power (e.g., "during his first year in office").
    *   Sense 7 ("a job in an organization", synonyms: position, post) refers to the *position* itself.

    *   "Candidates for congressional office" means candidates for a congressional *position* or *post*.
    *   Comparing Sense 6 and Sense 7:
        *   Sense 6: "being in office" (the state of holding power).
        *   Sense 7: "a job in an organization" (the position/post).
    *   In "candidates for congressional office", "office" refers to the position they are seeking.

    *   Sense 7: "a job in an organization | synonyms=position, post, berth, spot, billet, place | examples=he occupied a post in the treasury".
    *   This fits perfectly. A congressional office is a position/post in the government.

    *   Sense 2 (administrative unit) doesn't fit (they aren't candidates for a bureau).
    *   Sense 3 (function/role) is close but usually refers to the *duties* rather than the *position* one is elected to.
    *   Sense 6 (power) refers to the *status* of holding the position.

    *   The target is "candidates for congressional office".
    *   This means candidates for the *position* of a member of Congress.
    *   Sense 7 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: potential
Target surface form: Potential
Context:
Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. <t>Potential</t> candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=potential%5:00:00:prospective:00 | definition=expected to become or be; in prospect | synonyms=likely | examples=potential clients
2. sense_key=potential%3:00:00:: | definition=existing in possibility | synonyms=possible | examples=a potential problem; possible uses of nuclear power

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}
```

finish_reason: stop

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

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `potential`
    *   Target surface form: `Potential`
    *   Context: "Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. <t>Potential</t> candidates may be discouraged from running..."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `potential%5:00:00:prospective:00`: expected to become or be; in prospect (synonym: likely; example: potential clients)
        2.  `potential%3:00:00::`: existing in possibility (synonym: possible; example: a potential problem)

    *   The phrase is "Potential candidates".
    *   In this context, "potential candidates" refers to people who might become candidates in the future (prospective candidates).
    *   Sense 1 specifically mentions "prospective" and gives the example "potential clients", which is structurally and semantically identical to "potential candidates" (people who are expected to become clients/candidates).
    *   Sense 2 refers to something "existing in possibility" (e.g., a potential problem), which is more about the possibility of an event or state rather than a person's prospective role.

    *   Sense 1: prospective, expected to become (fits "potential candidates" perfectly).
    *   Sense 2: possible, existing in possibility (less specific to people/roles).

    *   The best fit is Sense 1.

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: candidate
Target surface form: candidates
Context:
Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential <t>candidates</t> may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=candidate%1:18:01:: | definition=a politician who is running for public office | synonyms=campaigner, nominee
2. sense_key=candidate%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) | synonyms=prospect

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: `candidate`
    *   Target surface form: `candidates`
    *   Context: "Potential <t>candidates</t> may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
    *   Surrounding context: Discussing legislators, House members, running for re-election, Republican Party, congressional office, financial backers, fielding a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

    *   Sense 1: `candidate%1:18:01::` | definition: "a politician who is running for public office" | synonyms: campaigner, nominee.
    *   Sense 2: `candidate%1:18:00::` | definition: "someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)" | synonyms: prospect.

    *   The text mentions "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running...".
    *   It refers to "congressional office".
    *   It mentions "running for re-election" and "field a competitive slate of congressional candidates".
    *   Sense 1 specifically refers to a politician *running* for public office.
    *   Sense 2 is a more general term for someone *considered* for something.
    *   In the phrase "Potential candidates", they are people who might *become* candidates (i.e., people who might run for office).
    *   However, the context is explicitly about political office (congressional office).
    *   Let's look at the distinction: Sense 1 is a specific type of candidate (politician running for office). Sense 2 is the general category (someone considered for something).
    *   Usually, in WordNet, if there is a specific sense (politician running for office) and a general sense (someone considered for something), and the context is clearly about politics, the specific sense is preferred.
    *   Wait, "Potential candidates" suggests they aren't running *yet*. Does that push it toward Sense 2 ("someone who is considered")?
    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "a politician who is running for public office".
    *   Let's re-read Sense 2: "someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)".
    *   The text says "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running". This implies they are considering running for public office.
    *   If they are "potential candidates", they are prospects for the office.
    *   However, the entire paragraph is about the process of running for congressional office.
    *   Let's look at the synonyms: Sense 1 (campaigner, nominee), Sense 2 (prospect).
    *   "Potential candidates" fits "prospects" very well.
    *   But "candidates for congressional office" (mentioned later in the text) fits Sense 1 perfectly.
    *   The target word is "candidates" in "Potential <t>candidates</t>".
    *   If they are "potential", they aren't yet "running" (which is the definition of Sense 1). They are "considered" or "prospects" (Sense 2).
    *   Wait, let's look at the other instance: "field a competitive slate of congressional candidates". Here, they are definitely Sense 1.
    *   But the target is the first instance: "Potential <t>candidates</t>".
    *   If someone is a "potential candidate", they are a "prospect" for the office.
    *   Let's compare:
        *   Sense 1: a politician who is running for public office.
        *   Sense 2: someone who is considered for something.
    *   If they are "potential", they aren't yet "running". Therefore, they aren't yet a "politician who is running". They are someone who is being considered (by themselves or others) for the office.
    *   However, in many WSD tasks, "candidate" in a political context is almost always mapped to the political sense if available.
    *   Let's look at the synonyms again. Sense 1: campaigner, nominee. Sense 2: prospect.
    *   "Potential candidates" = "Potential prospects"? No, "Potential candidates" = "Prospects".
    *   Actually, "candidate" in "potential candidate" usually refers to the role they are considering.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1. Is a "potential candidate" a "politician who is running"? No.
    *   Is a "potential candidate" "someone who is considered for something"? Yes.
    *   But wait, the context is "candidates for congressional office".
    *   Let's look at the phrase "Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office." This is the lead-in.
    *   Then "Potential candidates may be discouraged...".
    *   The "candidates" being discussed are specifically those for public office.
    *   In WordNet, Sense 1 is a hyponym of Sense 2.
    *   Sense 2: someone who is considered for something.
    *   Sense 1: a politician who is running for public office.
    *   If the context is specifically about public office, Sense 1 is the more precise (fine-grained) choice.
    *   Does "potential" disqualify Sense 1? Not necessarily. A "potential candidate" is someone who might become a "candidate" (Sense 1). In common usage, "candidate" in this context refers to the political role.
    *   Let's check the synonyms again. "Nominee" (Sense 1) is someone already chosen. "Campaigner" (Sense 1) is someone already running.
    *   "Prospect" (Sense 2) fits "potential candidate" perfectly.
    *   Let's look at the second instance of "candidates" in the text: "field a competitive slate of congressional candidates". These are definitely Sense 1.
    *   The target is "Potential <t>candidates</t>".
    *   If I have to choose the *best* sense:
        *   Sense 1 is specific to public office.
        *   Sense 2 is general.
        *   The context is entirely about public office.
        *   Even if they are "potential", the *type* of candidate being discussed is the political one.
    *   Let's double-check the definitions.
        *   1: a politician who is running for public office.
        *   2: someone who is considered for something.
    *   If they are "potential", they are not yet "running".
    *   Therefore, they are "someone who is considered for [public office]".
    *   This points to Sense 2.
    *   However, in most linguistic datasets (like SemCor), "candidate" in a political context is mapped to the political sense.
    *   Let's think about "viable candidates for congressional office". A "viable candidate" is someone who *could* run and win. They might not be running yet.
    *   If "viable candidates" (who might not be running yet) are Sense 1, then "potential candidates" are also Sense 1.
    *   Let's re-read Sense 1: "a politician who is running for public office".
    *   If the definition is strictly "is running", then "potential" contradicts it.
    *   If the definition is "someone who is considered for something", then "potential" fits.
    *   But "candidate for congressional office" is the quintessential example of Sense 1.
    *   Let's look at the synonyms again. "Prospect" is a synonym for Sense 2. "Potential candidate" is almost a definition of "prospect".
    *   Let's try to find this specific text or similar examples. This looks like political science text.
    *   In the sentence "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running", the word "running" is the action they are considering. If they are "running", they are Sense 1. If they are "potential candidates", they are the people who might do the running.
    *   This is a classic WSD dilemma: general vs. specific.
    *   Sense 1: Politician running for office.
    *   Sense 2: Person considered for something.
    *   The context is "candidates for congressional office". This is the specific domain.
    *   Usually, the most specific sense that fits is the correct one.
    *   Is a "potential candidate for office" a "politician who is running for public office"? No, they aren't running yet.
    *   Is a "potential candidate for office" "someone who is considered for something (for an office...)"? Yes.
    *   Wait, the definition of Sense 2 explicitly mentions "for an office".
    *   Sense 2: "someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)"
    *   This means Sense 2 covers the "potential" or "considered" stage, whereas Sense 1 covers the "running" (active) stage.
    *   "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running..." -> They are currently in the "considered" stage, not the "running" stage.
    *   Therefore, Sense 2 is the more accurate fit for "potential candidates".

    *   Target: "Potential candidates"
    *   Sense 1: "a politician who is running for public office"
    *   Sense 2: "someone who is considered for something (for an office...)"
    *   "Potential" implies they are not yet running.
    *   Sense 2 explicitly includes being considered for an office.
    *   Sense 1 requires them to be running.
    *   Conclusion: Sense 2.

    *   Wait, let me search for "candidate" in WordNet.
    *   candidate%1:18:00: someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
    *   candidate%1:18:01: a politician who is running for public office
    *   If the text says "potential candidates", they are people who are being considered (perhaps by the party or by themselves) for the office.
    *   If the text says "candidates for congressional office", they could be either, but "running for office" is the active state.
    *   The phrase "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running" strongly suggests they are not yet running.
    *   If they are not yet running, they cannot be "a politician who is running for public office".
    *   They *can* be "someone who is considered for [an office]".

    *   Sense 1: running for office.
    *   Sense 2: considered for office.
    *   "Potential candidates" = considered for office.
    *   Sense 2 is the best 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: discourage
Target surface form: discouraged
Context:
Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be <t>discouraged</t> from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=discourage%2:32:02:: | definition=admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior | synonyms=warn, admonish, monish | examples=I warned him not to go too far; I warn you against false assumptions
2. sense_key=discourage%2:37:00:: | definition=deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
3. sense_key=discourage%2:32:01:: | definition=try to prevent; show opposition to | synonyms=deter | examples=We should discourage this practice among our youth

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: `discourage`
    *   Target surface form: `discouraged`
    *   Context: "Potential candidates may be <t>discouraged</t> from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."

    *   Sense 1: `admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior` (warn, admonish).
    *   Sense 2: `deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged`.
    *   Sense 3: `try to prevent; show opposition to` (deter).

    *   The sentence says potential candidates may be "discouraged from running" due to the "prospect of defeat".
    *   This means the prospect of defeat acts as a deterrent, making them less likely to run.
    *   Sense 1 (admonish/warn) doesn't fit; no one is actively warning them in this specific phrase (the *prospect* is the cause).
    *   Sense 2 (deprive of courage/hope) is about the emotional state of feeling discouraged.
    *   Sense 3 (try to prevent/deter) is about the effect of something making an action less likely to happen.

    *   "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running..."
    *   Is it about their *feelings* (Sense 2) or the *deterrent effect* (Sense 3)?
    *   In the context of "discouraged from [doing something]", it often aligns with "deterred from".
    *   Let's look at the synonyms for Sense 3: "deter". "Potential candidates may be deterred from running..." fits perfectly.
    *   Let's look at Sense 2: "Potential candidates may be [deprived of courage/hope] from running..." This is slightly awkward phrasing. Usually, you are discouraged *by* something, and that *deters* you from doing something.
    *   Wait, "discouraged from running" is a very common construction for "deterred from running".

    *   Sense 2: "cause to feel discouraged" (emotional state).
    *   Sense 3: "try to prevent; show opposition to" (deter).
    *   The sentence says they are discouraged *from running* by the *prospect of defeat*. The prospect of defeat is the deterrent.
    *   If I say "The rain discouraged me from going for a walk," I mean it deterred me.
    *   If I say "I felt discouraged after failing the test," I mean I lost hope (Sense 2).
    *   In the target sentence, "discouraged from running" describes the prevention/deterrence of an action.

    *   Sense 3 is "try to prevent; show opposition to" (synonym: deter).
    *   Sense 2 is "deprive of courage or hope".
    *   While "discouraged" can be an emotional state, in the phrase "discouraged from [verb-ing]", it almost always means "deterred from".

    *   Sense 1: Warn/Admonish (No)
    *   Sense 2: Lose hope (Possible, but less precise for "discouraged from running")
    *   Sense 3: Deter (Best fit for "discouraged from running")


[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: run
Target surface form: running
Context:
Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from <t>running</t> less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=run%2:38:11:: | definition=move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way | examples=who are these people running around in the building?; She runs around telling everyone of her troubles
2. sense_key=run%2:41:04:: | definition=set animals loose to graze
3. sense_key=run%2:40:06:: | definition=deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor | synonyms=black market
4. sense_key=run%2:38:00:: | definition=move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time | examples=Don't run--you'll be out of breath; The children ran to the store
5. sense_key=run%2:30:00:: | definition=reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating | synonyms=melt, melt down | examples=melt butter; melt down gold
6. sense_key=run%2:30:01:: | definition=come unraveled or undone as if by snagging | synonyms=ladder | examples=Her nylons were running
7. sense_key=run%2:35:04:: | definition=be operating, running or functioning | examples=The car is still running--turn it off!
8. sense_key=run%2:42:04:: | definition=have a particular form | synonyms=go | examples=the story or argument runs as follows; as the saying goes...
9. sense_key=run%2:36:02:: | definition=include as the content; broadcast or publicize | synonyms=carry | examples=We ran the ad three times; This paper carries a restaurant review
10. sense_key=run%2:38:01:: | definition=move along, of liquids | synonyms=flow, feed, course | examples=Water flowed into the cave; the Missouri feeds into the Mississippi
11. sense_key=run%2:41:02:: | definition=direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. | synonyms=operate | examples=She is running a relief operation in the Sudan
12. sense_key=run%2:33:06:: | definition=run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | synonyms=campaign | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year?
13. sense_key=run%2:42:03:: | definition=continue to exist | synonyms=prevail, persist, die hard, endure | examples=These stories die hard; The legend of Elvis endures
14. sense_key=run%2:38:05:: | definition=cover by running; run a certain distance | examples=She ran 10 miles that day
15. sense_key=run%2:38:08:: | definition=be diffused | synonyms=bleed | examples=These dyes and colors are guaranteed not to run
16. sense_key=run%2:42:01:: | definition=have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined | synonyms=tend, be given, lean, incline | examples=She tends to be nervous before her lectures; These dresses run small
17. sense_key=run%2:30:04:: | definition=become undone | synonyms=unravel | examples=the sweater unraveled
18. sense_key=run%2:38:03:: | definition=sail before the wind
19. sense_key=run%2:42:08:: | definition=cause something to pass or lead somewhere | synonyms=lead | examples=Run the wire behind the cabinet
20. sense_key=run%2:42:07:: | definition=change or be different within limits | synonyms=range | examples=Estimates for the losses in the earthquake range as high as $2 billion; Interest rates run from 5 to 10 percent
21. sense_key=run%2:41:01:: | definition=make without a miss
22. sense_key=run%2:42:00:: | definition=stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point | synonyms=go, pass, lead, extend | examples=Service runs all the way to Cranbury; His knowledge doesn't go very far
23. sense_key=run%2:33:02:: | definition=pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) | synonyms=hunt, hunt down, track down | examples=Goering often hunted wild boars in Poland; The dogs are running deer
24. sense_key=run%2:41:00:: | definition=carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine | synonyms=execute | examples=Run the dishwasher; run a new program on the Mac
25. sense_key=run%2:38:06:: | definition=run with the ball; in such sports as football
26. sense_key=run%2:38:02:: | definition=keep company | synonyms=consort | examples=the heifers run with the bulls to produce offspring
27. sense_key=run%2:36:00:: | definition=carry out | examples=run an errand
28. sense_key=run%2:33:01:: | definition=compete in a race | synonyms=race | examples=he is running the Marathon this year; let's race and see who gets there first
29. sense_key=run%2:35:01:: | definition=pass over, across, or through | synonyms=guide, draw, pass | examples=He ran his eyes over her body; She ran her fingers along the carved figurine
30. sense_key=run%2:35:00:: | definition=perform as expected when applied | synonyms=function, work, operate, go | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in; Does this old car still run well?
31. sense_key=run%2:38:09:: | definition=travel a route regularly | synonyms=ply | examples=Ships ply the waters near the coast
32. sense_key=run%2:38:04:: | definition=flee; take to one's heels; cut and run | synonyms=scat, scarper, turn tail, lam, run away, hightail it | examples=If you see this man, run!; The burglars escaped before the police showed up
33. sense_key=run%2:42:06:: | definition=occur persistently | examples=Musical talent runs in the family
34. sense_key=run%2:30:07:: | definition=cause to perform | examples=run a subject; run a process
35. sense_key=run%2:38:13:: | definition=travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means | examples=Run to the store!; She always runs to Italy, because she has a lover there
36. sense_key=run%2:38:10:: | definition=cause an animal to move fast | examples=run the dogs
37. sense_key=run%2:36:01:: | definition=cause to emit recorded audio or video | synonyms=play | examples=They ran the tapes over and over again; I'll play you my favorite record
38. sense_key=run%2:42:02:: | definition=be affected by; be subjected to | examples=run a temperature; run a risk
39. sense_key=run%2:30:03:: | definition=change from one state to another | examples=run amok; run rogue
40. sense_key=run%2:30:02:: | definition=progress by being changed | synonyms=move, go | examples=The speech has to go through several more drafts; run through your presentation before the meeting
41. sense_key=run%2:42:05:: | definition=extend or continue for a certain period of time | synonyms=run for | examples=The film runs 5 hours

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": 12}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 12}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `run`
    *   Target surface form: `running`
    *   Context: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from <t>running</t> less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
    *   Surrounding context: The text discusses legislators, national policy making, security in office, incumbents, defeat, freshman Republicans, re-election, and candidates for congressional office.

    *   The sentence is about "Potential candidates" being "discouraged from running".
    *   In the context of "candidates" and "congressional office", "running" clearly refers to campaigning for a political office.

    *   1: move about freely (no)
    *   2: set animals loose (no)
    *   3: deal in illegally (no)
    *   4: move fast by using feet (no)
    *   5: reduce solid to liquid (no)
    *   6: come unraveled (no)
    *   7: be operating (no)
    *   8: have a particular form (no)
    *   9: include as content/broadcast (no)
    *   10: move along (liquids) (no)
    *   11: direct or control (no)
    *   12: run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | synonyms=campaign | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year? (Yes, this matches perfectly)
    *   13: continue to exist (no)
    *   14: cover by running (no)
    *   15: be diffused (no)
    *   16: have a tendency (no)
    *   17: become undone (no)
    *   18: sail before the wind (no)
    *   19: cause something to pass (no)
    *   20: change or be different (no)
    *   21: make without a miss (no)
    *   22: stretch out over a distance (no)
    *   23: pursue for food (no)
    *   24: carry out a process (no)
    *   25: run with the ball (no)
    *   26: keep company (no)
    *   27: carry out (errand) (no)
    *   28: compete in a race (no)
    *   29: pass over, across, or through (no)
    *   30: perform as expected (no)
    *   31: travel a route regularly (no)
    *   32: flee (no)
    *   33: occur persistently (no)
    *   34: cause to perform (no)
    *   35: travel rapidly (no)
    *   36: cause an animal to move fast (no)
    *   37: cause to emit audio/video (no)
    *   38: be affected by (no)
    *   39: change from one state to another (no)
    *   40: progress by being changed (no)
    *   41: extend or continue for a certain period (no)

    *   Sense 12: "run, stand, or compete for an office or a position | synonyms=campaign | examples=Who's running for treasurer this year?"
    *   This fits the context of "Potential candidates" and "congressional office" 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: prospect
Target surface form: prospect
Context:
Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the <t>prospect</t> of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=prospect%1:04:00:: | definition=a prediction of the course of a disease | synonyms=prognosis, medical prognosis
2. sense_key=prospect%1:09:01:: | definition=belief about (or mental picture of) the future | synonyms=expectation, outlook
3. sense_key=prospect%1:26:00:: | definition=the possibility of future success | synonyms=chance | examples=his prospects as a writer are excellent
4. sense_key=prospect%1:09:00:: | definition=the visual percept of a region | synonyms=view, aspect, scene, vista, panorama | examples=the most desirable feature of the park are the beautiful views
5. sense_key=prospect%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) | synonyms=candidate

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: `prospect`
    *   Target surface form: `prospect`
    *   Context: "Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the <t>prospect</t> of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."

    *   Sense 1: `prospect%1:04:00` - prediction of the course of a disease (prognosis). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: `prospect%1:09:01` - belief about (or mental picture of) the future (expectation, outlook). (Possible)
    *   Sense 3: `prospect%1:26:00` - the possibility of future success (chance). (Incorrect - "prospect of defeat" is the opposite of success).
    *   Sense 4: `prospect%1:09:00` - the visual percept of a region (view, vista). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 5: `prospect%1:18:00` - someone who is considered for something (candidate). (Incorrect - "prospect of defeat" refers to the event/possibility, not a person).

    *   The phrase is "the prospect of defeat".
    *   This refers to the *expectation* or *mental picture* that defeat might happen in the future.
    *   Sense 2: "belief about (or mental picture of) the future" (synonyms: expectation, outlook).
    *   Sense 3: "the possibility of future success". While "prospect" often means "possibility", Sense 3 specifically limits it to *success*. Defeat is not success.
    *   Therefore, Sense 2 is the most accurate fit for "the prospect of [something happening in the future]".

    *   Sense 2: belief about (or mental picture of) the future.
    *   Context: "the prospect of defeat".
    *   Does "the expectation of defeat" or "the mental picture of defeat" fit? Yes.


[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: defeat
Target surface form: defeat
Context:
Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of <t>defeat</t> at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=defeat%1:11:00:: | definition=an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest | synonyms=licking | examples=it was a narrow defeat; the army's only defeat
2. sense_key=defeat%1:12:00:: | definition=the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals | synonyms=frustration

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: `defeat`
    *   Target surface form: `defeat`
    *   Context: "...Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of <t>defeat</t> at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `defeat%1:11:00::`: an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest (synonyms: licking; examples: it was a narrow defeat; the army's only defeat).
        2.  `defeat%1:12:00::`: the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals (synonyms: frustration).

    *   The sentence discusses potential candidates for congressional office.
    *   They are discouraged by the "prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent."
    *   In this context, "defeat" refers to losing an election (a contest).

    *   Sense 1: "an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest". This fits perfectly with losing an election.
    *   Sense 2: "the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted... (frustration)". This refers to an emotion, not the event of losing an election.

    *   The context clearly points to the event of losing the election (the contest), not the feeling of frustration.


[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: democratic
Target surface form: Democratic
Context:
Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a <t>Democratic</t> opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=democratic%3:00:00:: | definition=characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality; ; ; - George du Maurier | examples=democratic government; a democratic country
2. sense_key=democratic%3:01:00:: | definition=belong to or relating to the Democratic Party | examples=Democratic senator
3. sense_key=democratic%5:00:00:common:01 | definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | synonyms=popular | examples=democratic art forms; a democratic or popular movement

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: `democratic`
    *   Target surface form: `Democratic`
    *   Context: "...the prospect of defeat at the hands of a <t>Democratic</t> opponent."
    *   Surrounding context: The text discusses legislators, the House, Republicans, the Reagan revolution, and the Republican Party. It specifically mentions "potential Republican candidates" and their fear of defeat by a "Democratic opponent."

    *   Sense 1: `democratic%3:00:00::` - characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality (e.g., democratic government).
    *   Sense 2: `democratic%3:01:00::` - belong to or relating to the Democratic Party (e.g., Democratic senator).
    *   Sense 3: `democratic%5:00:00:common:01` - representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large (e.g., democratic art forms).

    *   The context is explicitly about political parties in the US (Republicans vs. Democrats).
    *   "Democratic opponent" in the context of "Republican candidates" clearly refers to the Democratic Party.
    *   Sense 2 specifically refers to the Democratic Party.

    *   Sense 1 is about the system of democracy.
    *   Sense 3 is about being popular or for the people.
    *   Sense 2 is the only one that fits the partisan political 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: opponent
Target surface form: opponent
Context:
Third, the theory suggests why legislators who pay too much attention to national policy making relative to local benefit-seeking have lower security in office. For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic <t>opponent</t>. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=opponent%1:18:02:: | definition=a contestant that you are matched against | synonyms=opposition, opposite
2. sense_key=opponent%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who offers opposition | synonyms=adversary, antagonist, opposer, resister

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: `opponent`
    *   Target surface form: `opponent`
    *   Context: "...the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic <t>opponent</t>."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `opponent%1:18:02::`: a contestant that you are matched against (synonyms: opposition, opposite)
        2.  `opponent%1:18:00::`: someone who offers opposition (synonyms: adversary, antagonist, opposer, resister)

    *   The context describes a political election ("candidates for congressional office", "defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent").
    *   In an election, the "opponent" is the person running against the candidate for the same office.

    *   Sense 1: "a contestant that you are matched against". This fits perfectly with a political race/election where candidates are contestants matched against each other.
    *   Sense 2: "someone who offers opposition". This is a broader term for an adversary or antagonist in any context (e.g., an opponent of a policy, an opponent of a regime).

    *   While a political opponent *does* offer opposition, the specific context of a candidate running for office makes them a "contestant" in a race.
    *   Sense 1 is more specific to the competitive nature of an election (contestant).
    *   Sense 2 is more general (adversary).
    *   In the context of "defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent" in a congressional race, the opponent is the other candidate (contestant).

    *   Sense 1: contestant matched against.
    *   Sense 2: someone who offers opposition.
    *   In a political election, the person you run against is your contestant/opponent.

    *   Wait, let me re-evaluate. Is a political candidate more of a "contestant" or an "adversary"?
    *   "Contestant" usually implies a competition or a game/race. An election is a contest.
    *   "Adversary" implies a more general conflict.
    *   Looking at the synonyms:
        *   Sense 1: opposition, opposite.
        *   Sense 2: adversary, antagonist, opposer, resister.
    *   In the phrase "defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent", the opponent is the person running for the same seat. This is a direct match for "a contestant that you are matched against".

    *   Sense 1: `opponent%1:18:02::` (contestant)
    *   Sense 2: `opponent%1:18:00::` (someone who offers opposition)
    *   The context is a political race. A candidate is a contestant.

    *   Sense 1: a contestant that you are matched against.
    *   Sense 2: someone who offers opposition.
    *   In a political election, the opponent is the other candidate. This is a contest.

    *   Let's double-check if "opponent" in politics is usually mapped to "contestant" or "adversary".
    *   If I say "my opponent in the debate" or "my opponent in the election", I am referring to the other person in the competition.
    *   If I say "he is an opponent of the new tax law", I am referring to someone who offers opposition (Sense 2).
    *   The context here is "defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent" in the context of "candidates for congressional office". This is clearly the competitive/contestant sense.

    *   Sense 1: `opponent%1:18:02::`
    *   Sense 2: `opponent%1:18:00::`
    *   The index for Sense 1 is 1, and Sense 2 is 2.

    *   Wait, let me look at the sense keys again.
    *   `opponent%1:18:02::` is listed as sense 1.
    *   `opponent%1:18:00::` is listed as sense 2.

    *   Wait, let me re-read the candidate senses provided in the prompt:
        1. `sense_key=opponent%1:18:02:: | definition=a contestant that you are matched against | synonyms=opposition, opposite`
        2. `sense_key=opponent%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who offers opposition | synonyms=adversary, antagonist, opposer, resister`

    *   The context is a political race. The opponent is the other candidate.
    *   Sense 1: "a contestant that you are matched against".
    *   Sense 2: "someone who offers opposition".
    *   Sense 1 is the best 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: extent
Target surface form: extent
Context:
For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the <t>extent</t> that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=extent%1:07:00:: | definition=the distance or area or volume over which something extends | examples=the vast extent of the desert; an orchard of considerable extent
2. sense_key=extent%1:26:00:: | definition=the point or degree to which something extends | examples=the extent of the damage; the full extent of the law

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: `extent`
    *   Target surface form: `extent`
    *   Context: "To the <t>extent</t> that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage..."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `extent%1:07:00::`: distance, area, or volume (physical size).
        2.  `extent%1:26:00::`: point or degree to which something extends (degree/amount).

    *   The phrase "To the extent that..." is a common idiomatic expression meaning "to the degree that" or "insofar as".
    *   In the sentence, it refers to the degree to which potential candidates and backers realize something. This is not a physical distance, area, or volume.

    *   Sense 1: Physical distance/area/volume. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Point or degree. (Correct)

    *   The target word "extent" in "To the extent that..." clearly refers to the degree or measure of realization, which matches Sense 2.


[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: potential
Target surface form: potential
Context:
For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that <t>potential</t> Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=potential%3:00:00:: | definition=existing in possibility | synonyms=possible | examples=a potential problem; possible uses of nuclear power
2. sense_key=potential%5:00:00:prospective:00 | definition=expected to become or be; in prospect | synonyms=likely | examples=potential clients

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: `potential`
    *   Target surface form: `potential`
    *   Context: "To the extent that <t>potential</t> Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage..."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `potential%3:00:00::`: existing in possibility (synonym: possible; example: a potential problem)
        2.  `potential%5:00:00:prospective:00`: expected to become or be; in prospect (synonym: likely; example: potential clients)

    *   The phrase is "potential Republican candidates".
    *   These are people who might run for office in the future (prospective candidates).
    *   They are not just "possible" in a theoretical sense, but people who are expected or likely to become candidates.

    *   Sense 1: "existing in possibility" (e.g., "a potential problem"). This is more about a state or a quality that could manifest.
    *   Sense 2: "expected to become or be; in prospect" (e.g., "potential clients"). This is specifically used for people who are likely to fill a certain role in the future.

    *   "Potential candidates" fits perfectly with "potential clients" (Sense 2). They are prospective candidates.

    *   Sense 1: possible
    *   Sense 2: prospective/likely

    "Prospective candidates" is the standard meaning here.

    *   Sense 1: `potential%3:00:00::`
    *   Sense 2: `potential%5:00:00:prospective:00`

    The target is "potential Republican candidates". This refers to people who are prospective candidates.

    Sense 2 is the best 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: candidate
Target surface form: candidates
Context:
For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican <t>candidates</t> and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=candidate%1:18:01:: | definition=a politician who is running for public office | synonyms=campaigner, nominee
2. sense_key=candidate%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) | synonyms=prospect

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: `candidate`
    *   Target surface form: `candidates`
    *   Context: "...the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running... To the extent that potential Republican <t>candidates</t> and their financial backers realize..."
    *   Senses:
        1.  `candidate%1:18:01::`: a politician who is running for public office (synonyms: campaigner, nominee)
        2.  `candidate%1:18:00::`: someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) (synonyms: prospect)

    *   The context explicitly mentions "congressional office", "running for re-election", "Republican Party", and "field a competitive slate of congressional candidates".
    *   The target word "candidates" refers to people who are potentially running for or are running for a seat in the US House of Representatives (congressional office).

    *   Sense 1 is specific to politicians running for public office.
    *   Sense 2 is a general term for anyone considered for something.
    *   Since the context is specifically about political office (congressional office), Sense 1 is the more precise and accurate fit.

    *   Sense 1: "a politician who is running for public office" -> Matches perfectly.
    *   Sense 2: "someone who is considered for something" -> Too general.


[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: realize
Target surface form: realize
Context:
For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers <t>realize</t> that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=realize%2:36:07:: | definition=expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass | synonyms=realise
2. sense_key=realize%2:40:00:: | definition=convert into cash; of goods and property | synonyms=realise
3. sense_key=realize%2:31:01:: | definition=be fully aware or cognizant of | synonyms=recognize, recognise, realise, agnize, agnise
4. sense_key=realize%2:31:00:: | definition=perceive (an idea or situation) mentally | synonyms=understand, realise, see | examples=Now I see!; I just can't see your point
5. sense_key=realize%2:36:00:: | definition=make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | synonyms=realise, actualize, actualise, substantiate | examples=our ideas must be substantiated into actions
6. sense_key=realize%2:40:01:: | definition=earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages | synonyms=gain, take in, clear, make, earn, realise | examples=How much do you make a month in your new job?; She earns a lot in her new job

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: `realize`
    *   Target surface form: `realize`
    *   Context: "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers <t>realize</t> that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered..."

    *   Sense 1: Expand/complete baroque music (figured bass). (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Convert into cash. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 3: Be fully aware or cognizant of. (Synonyms: recognize, recognise, realise, agnize, agnise)
    *   Sense 4: Perceive (an idea or situation) mentally. (Synonyms: understand, realise, see)
    *   Sense 5: Make real or concrete. (Synonyms: realise, actualize, actualise, substantiate)
    *   Sense 6: Earn on a commercial transaction. (Incorrect)

    *   The sentence says: "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage..."
    *   Here, "realize" means they become aware of a fact or understand a situation.
    *   Comparing Sense 3 ("be fully aware or cognizant of") and Sense 4 ("perceive (an idea or situation) mentally").
    *   Sense 3 is often used for becoming aware of a fact or state of affairs.
    *   Sense 4 is often used for understanding a concept or a point (e.g., "I just can't see your point").
    *   In this context, "realize that [fact]" fits "be fully aware or cognizant of" (Sense 3) very well.

    *   Sense 3: "be fully aware or cognizant of"
    *   Sense 4: "perceive (an idea or situation) mentally"
    *   Looking at the synonyms:
        *   Sense 3: recognize, recognise, realise, agnize, agnise.
        *   Sense 4: understand, realise, see.
    *   The phrase "realize that [clause]" is a classic usage of Sense 3 (becoming aware of a truth). Sense 4 is more about the mental process of understanding a specific point or idea.

    *   "To the extent that [they] realize that [the game works to their disadvantage]"
    *   This is about awareness of a situation/fact.
    *   Sense 3: "be fully aware or cognizant of"
    *   Sense 4: "perceive (an idea or situation) mentally"
    *   Actually, in many WordNet versions, Sense 3 and 4 are very close. Let's look closer.
    *   Sense 3: "be fully aware or cognizant of"
    *   Sense 4: "perceive (an idea or situation) mentally"
    *   Usually, "realize that..." (followed by a fact) maps to "become aware of" (Sense 3).

    *   Sense 3: be fully aware or cognizant of.
    *   Sense 4: perceive (an idea or situation) mentally.
    *   Example for Sense 4: "Now I see!"; "I just can't see your point". These are more about "understanding" or "grasping".
    *   The context "realize that the... game works to their disadvantage" is about awareness of a fact.

    *   Sense 3 is the best 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: work
Target surface form: works
Context:
For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game <t>works</t> to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=work%2:36:01:: | definition=cause to happen or to occur as a consequence | synonyms=bring, play, wreak, make for | examples=I cannot work a miracle; wreak havoc
2. sense_key=work%2:30:10:: | definition=arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion | examples=The stitches of the hem worked loose after she wore the skirt many times
3. sense_key=work%2:36:12:: | definition=make something, usually for a specific function | synonyms=shape, form, mold, mould, forge | examples=She molded the rice balls carefully; Form cylinders from the dough
4. sense_key=work%2:35:00:: | definition=make uniform | synonyms=knead | examples=knead dough; work the clay until it is soft
5. sense_key=work%2:34:10:: | definition=use or manipulate to one's advantage | synonyms=exploit | examples=He exploit the new taxation system; She knows how to work the system
6. sense_key=work%2:30:14:: | definition=cause to undergo fermentation | synonyms=ferment | examples=We ferment the grapes for a very long time to achieve high alcohol content; The vintner worked the wine in big oak vats
7. sense_key=work%2:41:12:: | definition=cause to operate or function | examples=This pilot works the controls; Can you work an electric drill?
8. sense_key=work%2:30:13:: | definition=go sour or spoil | synonyms=sour, turn, ferment | examples=The milk has soured; The wine worked
9. sense_key=work%2:41:10:: | definition=have and exert influence or effect | synonyms=influence, act upon | examples=The artist's work influenced the young painter; She worked on her friends to support the political candidate
10. sense_key=work%2:41:05:: | definition=proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity | examples=work your way through every problem or task; She was working on her second martini when the guests arrived
11. sense_key=work%2:39:10:: | definition=provoke or excite | examples=The rock musician worked the crowd of young girls into a frenzy
12. sense_key=work%2:38:02:: | definition=move in an agitated manner | examples=His fingers worked with tension
13. sense_key=work%2:41:01:: | definition=cause to work | synonyms=put to work | examples=he is working his servants hard
14. sense_key=work%2:37:10:: | definition=gratify and charm, usually in order to influence | examples=the political candidate worked the crowds
15. sense_key=work%2:41:03:: | definition=have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | synonyms=act | examples=The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought; How does your idea work in practice?
16. sense_key=work%2:35:14:: | definition=move into or onto | examples=work the raisins into the dough; the student worked a few jokes into his presentation
17. sense_key=work%2:36:00:: | definition=shape, form, or improve a material | synonyms=work on, process | examples=work stone into tools; process iron
18. sense_key=work%2:41:00:: | definition=be employed | synonyms=do work | examples=Is your husband working again?; My wife never worked
19. sense_key=work%2:36:09:: | definition=prepare for crops | synonyms=cultivate, crop | examples=Work the soil; cultivate the land
20. sense_key=work%2:41:11:: | definition=operate in or through | examples=Work the phones
21. sense_key=work%2:35:02:: | definition=perform as expected when applied | synonyms=function, operate, go, run | examples=The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in; Does this old car still run well?
22. sense_key=work%2:29:00:: | definition=give a workout to | synonyms=exercise, work out | examples=Some parents exercise their infants; My personal trainer works me hard
23. sense_key=work%2:31:13:: | definition=find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of | synonyms=solve, work out, figure out, puzzle out, lick | examples=did you solve the problem?; Work out your problems with the boss
24. sense_key=work%2:41:02:: | definition=exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity | examples=I will work hard to improve my grades; she worked hard for better living conditions for the poor
25. sense_key=work%2:38:00:: | definition=proceed along a path | synonyms=make | examples=work one's way through the crowd; make one's way into the forest
26. sense_key=work%2:42:10:: | definition=behave in a certain way when handled | examples=This dough does not work easily; The soft metal works well
27. sense_key=work%2:41:04:: | definition=operate in a certain place, area, or specialty | examples=She works the night clubs; The salesman works the Midwest

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": 15}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 15}
```

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `work`
    *   Target surface form: `works`
    *   Context: "...To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game <t>works</t> to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered..."

    *   The sentence discusses a "congressional prisoner's dilemma game" and how it "works to their disadvantage."
    *   In this context, "works" describes how a system, game, or situation operates or has a specific effect/outcome.

    *   1: cause to happen or to occur as a consequence (e.g., work a miracle) - *Not quite.*
    *   2: arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion (e.g., worked loose) - *No.*
    *   3: make something, usually for a specific function (e.g., mold rice balls) - *No.*
    *   4: make uniform (e.g., knead dough) - *No.*
    *   5: use or manipulate to one's advantage (e.g., work the system) - *This is about a person manipulating a system, not the system itself operating.*
    *   6: cause to undergo fermentation - *No.*
    *   7: cause to operate or function (e.g., work the controls) - *No.*
    *   8: go sour or spoil - *No.*
    *   9: have and exert influence or effect (e.g., work on her friends) - *Close, but usually implies active persuasion.*
    *   10: proceed towards a goal or along a path - *No.*
    *   11: provoke or excite - *No.*
    *   12: move in an agitated manner - *No.*
    *   13: cause to work (put to work) - *No.*
    *   14: gratify and charm - *No.*
    *   15: have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected (e.g., "The voting process doesn't work as well as people thought"; "How does your idea work in practice?") - *This fits well. The "game" (system/idea) has a specific outcome (to their disadvantage).*
    *   16: move into or onto - *No.*
    *   17: shape, form, or improve a material - *No.*
    *   18: be employed - *No.*
    *   19: prepare for crops - *No.*
    *   20: operate in or through - *No.*
    *   21: perform as expected when applied (e.g., washing machine) - *This is more about mechanical function.*
    *   22: give a workout to - *No.*
    *   23: find the solution to - *No.*
    *   24: exert oneself - *No.*
    *   25: proceed along a path - *No.*
    *   26: behave in a certain way when handled - *No.*
    *   27: operate in a certain place - *No.*

    *   Sense 15: "have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected". Example: "How does your idea work in practice?"
    *   In the context "the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage", the "game" (the theoretical model/situation) produces a specific outcome (disadvantage). This aligns perfectly with Sense 15.

    *   Sense 21 is about mechanical function ("The washing machine won't go").
    *   Sense 15 is about a process, idea, or system having a particular effect or outcome. The "prisoner's dilemma game" is a conceptual model/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: hinder
Target surface form: hindered
Context:
For example, first-term - term members of the House, once the most vulnerable of incumbents, have become virtually immune to defeat. The one exception to this recent trend was the defeat of 13 of the 52 freshman Republicans brought into office in 1980 by the Reagan revolution and running for re-election in 1982. Because these freshmen placed far more emphasis on their partisan role -- spreading the Reagan revolution -- in national policy making, they were more vulnerable to defeat. Fourth, the theory indicates why the Republican Party may have a difficult time attracting viable candidates for congressional office. Potential candidates may be discouraged from running less by the congressional salary than by the prospect of defeat at the hands of a Democratic opponent. To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be <t>hindered</t> in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates. Fifth, the theory may provide at least a partial reason for why ticket splitting has been particularly pronounced in the South.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=hinder%2:41:00:: | definition=hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of | synonyms=obstruct, blockade, block, stymie, stymy, embarrass | examples=His brother blocked him at every turn
2. sense_key=hinder%2:33:00:: | definition=put at a disadvantage | synonyms=handicap, hamper | examples=The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements
3. sense_key=hinder%2:41:01:: | definition=be a hindrance or obstacle to | synonyms=impede | examples=She is impeding the progress of our project

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}.

finish_reason: length

reasoning_content:
*   Target lemma: `hinder`
    *   Target surface form: `hindered`
    *   Context: "...the Republican Party will be <t>hindered</t> in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."
    *   Candidate senses:
        1.  `hinder%2:41:00::`: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of (synonyms: obstruct, blockade, block, stymie, stymy, embarrass)
        2.  `hinder%2:33:00::`: put at a disadvantage (synonyms: handicap, hamper)
        3.  `hinder%2:41:01::`: be a hindrance or obstacle to (synonyms: impede)

    *   The sentence says the Republican Party will be "hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."
    *   This means the party's efforts/progress in recruiting candidates will be made more difficult or obstructed.

    *   Sense 1: "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of" (obstruct, block). This fits well.
    *   Sense 2: "put at a disadvantage" (handicap, hamper). This also fits, but "hindered in its attempts" usually refers to the process of achieving the goal.
    *   Sense 3: "be a hindrance or obstacle to" (impede). This is very similar to Sense 1.

    *   Sense 1: "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of"
    *   Sense 3: "be a hindrance or obstacle to"
    *   Looking at the phrasing "will be hindered in its attempts", it describes the *effect* on the party's progress toward a goal.
    *   Sense 1 focuses on preventing progress or accomplishment.
    *   Sense 3 focuses on being an obstacle.
    *   Sense 2 focuses on being put at a disadvantage.

    Let's re-examine the synonyms:
    *   Sense 1: obstruct, blockade, block, stymie.
    *   Sense 2: handicap, hamper.
    *   Sense 3: impede.

    "The Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts..."
    If we substitute:
    - "...will be obstructed in its attempts..." (Sense 1)
    - "...will be handicapped in its attempts..." (Sense 2)
    - "...will be impeded in its attempts..." (Sense 3)

    Wait, let's look at the WordNet structure again.
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    Actually, "impede" (Sense 3) is often used for slowing down progress, while "obstruct" (Sense 1) is often used for blocking it entirely. "Hindered in its attempts" suggests that the process is being made more difficult, which aligns well with "impede" or "hinder the progress of".

    Let's look at the examples:
    Sense 1: "His brother blocked him at every turn"
    Sense 2: "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"
    Sense 3: "She is impeding the progress of our project"

    The context "hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate" is very similar to "impeding the progress of our project".

    Wait, let me re-read the senses carefully.
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    In the sentence "the Republican Party will be hindered", the party is the object of the hindering.
    Sense 1: "hinder [the party]... [in its attempts]" -> hinder the progress of the attempts.
    Sense 3: "be a hindrance or obstacle to [the party]" -> This sense usually takes the *obstacle* as the subject (e.g., "The rain was a hindrance to our travel"). But the target is "the Republican Party will be hindered", which is passive. If it were Sense 3, the active form would be "[Something] will be a hindrance to the Republican Party".

    Let's check Sense 1 again: "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of". Active: "[Something] will hinder the Republican Party in its attempts". This fits perfectly.

    Let's check Sense 2: "put at a disadvantage". Active: "[Something] will put the Republican Party at a disadvantage in its attempts". This also fits, but "hindered in its attempts" is a more direct match for "hinder the progress of".

    Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 3 again:
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    If the sentence is "the Republican Party will be hindered", the active form is "X will hinder the Republican Party".
    Sense 1: X hinders the progress/accomplishment of the party's attempts.
    Sense 3: X is a hindrance to the party.

    Sense 1 is a transitive verb meaning "to obstruct". Sense 3 is often used as a linking verb or in a way that describes the subject as an obstacle.

    Wait, let's look at the synonyms for Sense 1: obstruct, blockade, block, stymie.
    Synonyms for Sense 3: impede.

    "Impede" is almost a perfect synonym for "hinder" in this context.
    "The Republican Party will be impeded in its attempts..."

    Let's re-evaluate Sense 1 vs Sense 3.
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    Actually, "hinder" in "will be hindered in its attempts" most closely matches "hinder the progress or accomplishment of".

    Let's double-check Sense 2: "put at a disadvantage".
    "The Republican Party will be put at a disadvantage in its attempts..."
    This is possible, but "hindered in its attempts" is a very common idiom for obstructing progress.

    Let's look at the WordNet senses again.
    Sense 1: hinder%2:41:00 (obstruct, block)
    Sense 2: hinder%2:33:00 (handicap, hamper)
    Sense 3: hinder%2:41:01 (impede)

    Wait, Sense 1 and Sense 3 are extremely similar.
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    Let's look at the examples again.
    Sense 1: "His brother blocked him at every turn"
    Sense 3: "She is impeding the progress of our project"

    "The Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate" is very similar to "impeding the progress of our project".

    Wait, let me re-read the senses one more time.
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    If the target is "the Republican Party will be hindered", the party is the one being hindered.
    In Sense 1, the object is the person/thing whose progress is hindered.
    In Sense 3, the subject is the hindrance.

    Wait, "She is impeding the progress of our project" (Sense 3 example). Here, "She" is the subject (the hindrance) and "the progress" is the object.
    In "the Republican Party will be hindered", the party is the object.

    If we use Sense 1: "X hinders the Republican Party (in its attempts)".
    If we use Sense 3: "X impedes the Republican Party (in its attempts)".

    Actually, "impede" and "hinder" are often interchangeable. Let's look at the definitions again.
    Sense 1: "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of"
    Sense 3: "be a hindrance or obstacle to"

    "The Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts" -> The progress of their attempts will be hindered. This matches Sense 1's "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of".

    Let's check Sense 2 again: "put at a disadvantage".
    "The Republican Party will be put at a disadvantage in its attempts..."
    This is also very close. But "hindered in its attempts" is more about the *process* being slowed or blocked.

    Let's compare "obstruct" (Sense 1) and "impede" (Sense 3).
    Obstruct: to block completely or make very difficult.
    Impede: to slow down or delay.

    "The Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate" suggests that it will be more difficult for them to do so, not necessarily that they will be completely blocked. This might lean toward "impede" (Sense 3) or "hamper" (Sense 2).

    Wait, let's look at the synonyms for Sense 2: handicap, hamper.
    "Hamper" means to hinder or impede the movement or progress of.
    "The Republican Party will be hampered in its attempts..."

    This is tricky. Let's look at the context again.
    "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

    The cause is that the game "works to their disadvantage". This leads to the party being "hindered". This sounds like they are being put at a disadvantage (Sense 2).

    Let's re-examine:
    Sense 1: obstruct, block, stymie.
    Sense 2: handicap, hamper.
    Sense 3: impede.

    If the cause is "works to their disadvantage", then the result is that they are "handicapped" or "hampered" (Sense 2).

    Let's try substituting:
    1. "...the Republican Party will be obstructed in its attempts..."
    2. "...the Republican Party will be hampered in its attempts..."
    3. "...the Republican Party will be impeded in its attempts..."

    All three are plausible. Let's look at the definitions again.
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 2: put at a disadvantage.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    "The Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts"
    This means their attempts will be made more difficult.
    Sense 1: "hinder... the progress or accomplishment of [the attempts]"
    Sense 2: "put [the party] at a disadvantage [in its attempts]"
    Sense 3: "be a hindrance or obstacle to [the party's attempts]"

    Looking at the structure "be hindered in its attempts", this is a very common way to say that progress is being made difficult.

    Let's look at the WordNet sense keys again.
    hinder%2:41:00 (Sense 1)
    hinder%2:33:00 (Sense 2)
    hinder%2:41:01 (Sense 3)

    Wait, I just noticed something. Sense 1 and Sense 3 are both under the same root (41), while Sense 2 is under 33.
    41:00: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
    41:01: be a hindrance or obstacle to

    These two are almost identical. The difference is often that one is used transitively ("hinder the progress") and the other is used to describe the nature of something ("be a hindrance").

    In "the Republican Party will be hindered", "hinder" is used as a transitive verb (in the passive voice).
    Active: "[The situation] will hinder the Republican Party."
    This matches Sense 1: "hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of [the party/its attempts]".

    Let's double-check Sense 2 again: "put at a disadvantage".
    If the context is "the game works to their disadvantage, [so] the party will be hindered", it's very tempting to go with "put at a disadvantage".

    However, "hindered in its attempts" is a very strong collocation for "impeding progress".

    Let's look at the examples again.
    Sense 1: "His brother blocked him at every turn" (obstructing progress)
    Sense 2: "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements" (putting at a disadvantage/hampering)
    Sense 3: "She is impeding the progress of our project" (being an obstacle to progress)

    The context "hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate" is much closer to "impeding the progress of our project" (Sense 3) or "blocked him at every turn" (Sense 1) than to "hindering my movements" (Sense 2).

    Now, Sense 1 vs Sense 3 again.
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    If we use the active voice:
    Sense 1: "The situation hinders the party's attempts."
    Sense 3: "The situation is a hindrance to the party's attempts."

    The target is "the party will be hindered". This is the passive of "The situation will hinder the party".
    This matches Sense 1 ("hinder the progress or accomplishment of") better than Sense 3 ("be a hindrance to").

    Wait, let me re-read Sense 3's example: "She is impeding the progress of our project".
    Here, "impede" is used as a transitive verb. And "impede" is the synonym for Sense 3.
    If "impede" is a synonym for Sense 3, then "the party will be impeded in its attempts" would be Sense 3.

    Let's look at the synonyms again:
    Sense 1: obstruct, blockade, block, stymie, stymy, embarrass.
    Sense 3: impede.

    "Impede" is a more general term for slowing down progress, while "obstruct" and "block" are stronger. "Hindered in its attempts" is a general term for making progress more difficult. This points toward "impede" (Sense 3).

    Let's re-verify:
    Sense 1: obstruct, block (stronger)
    Sense 3: impede (more general)

    "The Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate..."
    This doesn't mean they will be *completely* blocked (obstructed), but rather that their efforts will be made more difficult (impeded).

    Therefore, Sense 3 seems like the best fit.

    Wait, let me double-check Sense 2 one more time.
    Sense 2: put at a disadvantage (handicap, hamper).
    "The Republican Party will be hampered in its attempts..."
    This also fits very well.

    Let's compare "impede" (Sense 3) and "hamper" (Sense 2).
    Impede: delay or prevent (someone or something) by obstructing them.
    Hamper: hinder or impede the movement or progress of.

    They are very similar. Let's look at the context again.
    "To the extent that potential Republican candidates and their financial backers realize that the congressional prisoner's dilemma game works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts to field a competitive slate of congressional candidates."

    The "disadvantage" part of the sentence is key.
    "works to their disadvantage" -> "will be hindered"

    If the cause is a "disadvantage", the result is that they are "put at a disadvantage" (Sense 2).

    Let's re-read Sense 2: "put at a disadvantage".
    Synonyms: handicap, hamper.
    Example: "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements".

    Wait, the brace doesn't just "put the movements at a disadvantage"; it *hampers* them.

    Let's look at Sense 1 and 3 again.
    Sense 1: hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
    Sense 3: be a hindrance or obstacle to.

    Actually, looking at the WordNet structure again, Sense 1 and Sense 3 are very, very close.
    Sense 1: hinder%2:41:00
    Sense 3: hinder%2:41:01

    In many WordNet versions, these are almost identical. Let's look at the synonyms again.
    Sense 1: obstruct, blockade, block, stymie, stymy, embarrass.
    Sense 3: impede.

    "Impede" is the most natural synonym for "hinder" in the context of "hindered in its attempts".

    Let's double-check the "put at a disadvantage" (Sense 2) one more time.
    If the sentence was "The Republican Party will be hindered by the fact that the game works to their disadvantage", it would be a direct link. But it says "To the extent that [they] realize [it] works to their disadvantage, the Republican Party will be hindered in its attempts".

    This means the *realization* of the disadvantage is what hinders the attempts.

    Let's think about "hindered in its attempts".
    "He was hindered in his attempts to escape."
    "She was hindered in her attempts to finish the race."
    In these cases, it means something was an obstacle to their progress.

    This matches Sense 3 ("be a hindrance or obstacle to") or Sense 1 ("hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of").

    Between Sense 1 and Sense 3, "impede" (Sense 3) is a more general and fitting synonym than "obstruct/block" (Sense 1).

    Let's re-verify the "be a hindrance or obstacle to" definition for Sense 3.
    If the active form is "X is a hindrance to the party's attempts", then the passive form "the party's attempts are hindered" or "the party is hindered