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

Context: Major U.S. firms such as Chevron and ConocoPhillips, which have cultivated close ties with the Iraqi Oil Ministry and have provided technical advice in recent years, walked away empty-handed. Russian companies Lukoil and Gazprom were the top stakeholders in two of the contracts awarded this weekend. State-owned China National Petroleum Corporation bid on more contracts than any other company and walked away with large stakes in contracts for two major fields. We all know that China is on track to become a major economic as well as technological power, Oil Ministry spokesman Assam Jihad said. We feel confident that the Chinese company will be on par with its competitors and will deliver on its commitments towards Iraq. Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the <t>ministry</t> was willing to pay for boosting output above current levels at each field.

Senses:
1. definition=religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian)
2. definition=building where the business of a government department is transacted
3. definition=a government department under the direction of a minister
4. definition=the work of a minister of religion | examples=he is studying for the ministry

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to identify the correct numbered sense of the word "ministry" (marked with `<t>ministry</t>`) used in the provided context and return only the number.

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    "Major U.S. firms such as Chevron and ConocoPhillips, which have cultivated close ties with the Iraqi Oil Ministry and have provided technical advice in recent years, walked away empty-handed. Russian companies Lukoil and Gazprom were the top stakeholders in two of the contracts awarded this weekend. State-owned China National Petroleum Corporation bid on more contracts than any other company and walked away with large stakes in contracts for two major fields. We all know that China is on track to become a major economic as well as technological power, Oil Ministry spokesman Assam Jihad said. We feel confident that the Chinese company will be on par with its competitors and will deliver on its commitments towards Iraq. Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the <t>ministry</t> was willing to pay for boosting output above current levels at each field."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "ministry" in Context:**
    The context discusses oil contracts, bidding, fees, and boosting output. The sentence is: "Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the <t>ministry</t> was willing to pay for boosting output above current levels at each field."
    In this context, "the ministry" refers to a governmental body (the Iraqi Oil Ministry) that is setting prices or determining policy related to oil production.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=building where the business of a government department is transacted
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=a government department under the direction of a minister
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=the work of a minister of religion | examples=he is studying for the ministry

5.  **Match Context to Senses:**
    The context refers to a government entity (the Oil Ministry) setting fees/policy.

    *   Sense 1 (Religious ministers): Incorrect.
    *   Sense 2 (Building/location): Incorrect.
    *   Sense 3 (Government department under a minister): Plausible, as the Oil Ministry is a government department.
    *   Sense 4 (Work of a minister of religion): Incorrect.

6.  **Refine the Match (Comparing Sense 2 and 3):**
    The usage is "the ministry was willing to pay." This refers to the entity itself, acting in a governmental capacity.
    Sense 2: "building where the business of a government department is transacted." (Focuses on the physical location/function of the department).
    Sense 3: "a government department under the direction of a minister." (Focuses on the organizational structure).

    Both 2 and 3 relate to government. However, the context is about the *action* or *policy* of the government entity (the Ministry) setting a price. Sense 3 describes the entity itself (a government department). Sense 2 describes a physical location. Since the context is about the function/authority of the government body, Sense 3 is the most accurate description of the entity being referenced.

    *Self-Correction/Re-evaluation:* Let's look at the options again. The context uses "Oil Ministry." An Oil Ministry is a government department. Sense 3 defines a government department.

7.  **Final Selection:** Sense 3.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

Context: Major U.S. firms such as Chevron and ConocoPhillips, which have cultivated close ties with the Iraqi Oil Ministry and have provided technical advice in recent years, walked away empty-handed. Russian companies Lukoil and Gazprom were the top stakeholders in two of the contracts awarded this weekend. State-owned China National Petroleum Corporation bid on more contracts than any other company and walked away with large stakes in contracts for two major fields. We all know that China is on track to become a major economic as well as technological power, Oil Ministry spokesman Assam Jihad said. We feel confident that the Chinese company will be on par with its competitors and will deliver on its commitments towards Iraq. Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the ministry was willing to pay for boosting <t>output</t> above current levels at each field.

Senses:
1. definition=final product; the things produced | synonyms=end product
2. definition=production of a certain amount | synonyms=yield
3. definition=signal that comes out of an electronic system | synonyms=output signal
4. definition=the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) | synonyms=yield, production | examples=production was up in the second quarter
5. definition=what is produced in a given time period | synonyms=outturn, turnout

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "output" (marked with `<t>output</t>`) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    "Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the ministry was willing to pay for boosting <t>output</t> above current levels at each field."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "output" in Context:** The context discusses oil fields, fees, and "boosting output above current levels." This clearly refers to the amount of oil being produced or generated.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=final product; the things produced | synonyms=end product. (Focuses on the finished item, not the rate/amount of production.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=production of a certain amount | synonyms=yield. (Focuses on the amount produced.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=signal that comes out of an electronic system | synonyms=output signal. (Relates to electronics/signals, not oil production.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) | synonyms=yield, production | examples=production was up in the second quarter. (Focuses on the quantity/amount created, often used for commodities/production rates.)
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=what is produced in a given time period | synonyms=outturn, turnout. (Focuses on what is produced over a period.)

5.  **Compare Context Meaning to Senses:**
    The phrase is "boosting output above current levels at each field." This is about increasing the quantity of oil produced.

    *   Sense 2 (production of a certain amount) is a strong match.
    *   Sense 4 (the quantity of something... that is created) is also a strong match, especially since it includes "yield" and "production."
    *   Sense 5 (what is produced in a given time period) is also relevant, as production is measured over time.

6.  **Refine the Choice (Distinguishing 2, 4, and 5):**
    The context is about increasing the *level* of production ("above current levels").

    *   Sense 2: production of a certain amount (Good)
    *   Sense 4: the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (Good, emphasizes quantity/commodity)
    *   Sense 5: what is produced in a given time period (Good, emphasizes the time frame)

    In the context of oil fields and fees (per barrel), the focus is on the measurable quantity of the commodity being extracted. Sense 4 ("the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created") and Sense 2 ("production of a certain amount") are the most direct fits. Sense 4 is slightly more formal and comprehensive regarding the commodity aspect.

    Let's check the provided synonyms for Sense 4: yield, production. The context uses "boosting output."

    Let's check the provided synonyms for Sense 2: yield.

    Both 2 and 4 are very close. However, Sense 4 explicitly links the quantity to a commodity and creation, which fits the context of oil production perfectly.

7.  **Final Selection:** Sense 4 is the most precise definition for the quantity of a commodity being created (oil).

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

Context: Major U.S. firms such as Chevron and ConocoPhillips, which have cultivated close ties with the Iraqi Oil Ministry and have provided technical advice in recent years, walked away empty-handed. Russian companies Lukoil and Gazprom were the top stakeholders in two of the contracts awarded this weekend. State-owned China National Petroleum Corporation bid on more contracts than any other company and walked away with large stakes in contracts for two major fields. We all know that China is on track to become a major economic as well as technological power, Oil Ministry spokesman Assam Jihad said. We feel confident that the Chinese company will be on par with its competitors and will deliver on its commitments towards Iraq. Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the ministry was willing to pay for boosting output above current <t>levels</t> at each field.

Senses:
1. definition=a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality | synonyms=degree, grade | examples=a moderate grade of intelligence; a high level of care is required
2. definition=a relative position or degree of value in a graded group | synonyms=grade, tier | examples=lumber of the highest grade
3. definition=a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process | synonyms=degree, stage, point | examples=a remarkable degree of frankness; at what stage are the social sciences?
4. definition=height above ground | examples=the water reached ankle level; the pictures were at the same level
5. definition=indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid | synonyms=spirit level
6. definition=a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line | synonyms=horizontal surface | examples=park the car on the level
7. definition=an abstract place usually conceived as having depth | synonyms=layer, stratum | examples=a good actor communicates on several levels; a simile has at least two layers of meaning
8. definition=a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale | synonyms=floor, storey, story | examples=what level is the office on?

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of "level" (marked with `<t>levels</t>`) is used in the provided context. I must return only the number.

2.  **Examine the Context:**
    "Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the ministry was willing to pay for boosting output above current <t>levels</t> at each field."

3.  **Analyze the Target Word/Phrase:** The target is "levels" in the phrase "above current levels."

4.  **Analyze the Contextual Meaning of "levels":** The context discusses "boosting output" and "per barrel fee." This implies a measure, a standard, or a quantity/degree of output or price.

5.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality | synonyms=degree, grade | examples=a moderate grade of intelligence; a high level of care is required. (Fits: "level" as intensity/amount/quality.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a relative position or degree of value in a graded group | synonyms=grade, tier | examples=lumber of the highest grade. (Fits: "level" as relative position/degree in a group.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process | synonyms=degree, stage, point | examples=a remarkable degree of frankness; at what stage are the social sciences? (Fits: "level" as a stage/point in a process.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=height above ground | examples=the water reached ankle level; the pictures were at the same level. (Fits: "level" as height/position.)
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid | synonyms=spirit level. (Specific technical meaning.)
    *   **Sense 6:** definition=a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line | synonyms=horizontal surface. (Fits: "level" as a flat surface.)
    *   **Sense 7:** definition=an abstract place usually conceived as having depth | synonyms=layer, stratum. (Fits: "level" as a layer/stratum.)
    *   **Sense 8:** definition=a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale | synonyms=floor, storey, story. (Fits: "level" as a floor/storey.)

6.  **Determine the Best Fit:**
    The phrase is "boosting output above current levels." In an economic/production context, "levels" refers to the current standard, quantity, or intensity of output.

    *   Sense 1 (intensity/amount/quality) is a strong candidate.
    *   Sense 2 (relative position/degree of value) is also strong.
    *   Sense 3 (stage/point) is less likely.
    *   Sense 4 (height above ground) is irrelevant.
    *   Sense 6 (horizontal surface) is irrelevant.
    *   Sense 7 (layer/stratum) is less likely.
    *   Sense 8 (floor/storey) is irrelevant.

    Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 2: "current levels" refers to the current standard or amount of output. Sense 1 ("position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality") and Sense 2 ("relative position or degree of value in a graded group") both capture this idea.

    However, in the context of "boosting output," "levels" usually refers to the current *amount* or *degree* of output. Sense 1 is the most general and encompassing definition for measuring intensity or amount.

    Let's re-read the examples for Sense 1: "a moderate grade of intelligence; a high level of care is required." This aligns perfectly with measuring intensity or amount.

7.  **Conclusion:** Sense 1 is the most appropriate definition for "levels" when discussing output and fees.


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

Context: Major U.S. firms such as Chevron and ConocoPhillips, which have cultivated close ties with the Iraqi Oil Ministry and have provided technical advice in recent years, walked away empty-handed. Russian companies Lukoil and Gazprom were the top stakeholders in two of the contracts awarded this weekend. State-owned China National Petroleum Corporation bid on more contracts than any other company and walked away with large stakes in contracts for two major fields. We all know that China is on track to become a major economic as well as technological power, Oil Ministry spokesman Assam Jihad said. We feel confident that the Chinese company will be on par with its competitors and will deliver on its commitments towards Iraq. Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the ministry was willing to pay for boosting output above current levels at each <t>field</t>.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The goal is to identify which numbered sense of the word "field" (marked by `<t>field</t>`) is used in the provided context and return only the number.

2.  **Examine the Context:**
    "Major U.S. firms such as Chevron and ConocoPhillips, which have cultivated close ties with the Iraqi Oil Ministry and have provided technical advice in recent years, walked away empty-handed. Russian companies Lukoil and Gazprom were the top stakeholders in two of the contracts awarded this weekend. State-owned China National Petroleum Corporation bid on more contracts than any other company and walked away with large stakes in contracts for two major fields. We all know that China is on track to become a major economic as well as technological power, Oil Ministry spokesman Assam Jihad said. We feel confident that the Chinese company will be on par with its competitors and will deliver on its commitments towards Iraq. Companies pre-selected to submit bids made offers that were then compared to the per barrel fee the ministry was willing to pay for boosting output above current levels at each <t>field</t>."

3.  **Locate the Target Word:** The target is `<t>field</t>`. It appears twice:
    a) "...walked away with large stakes in contracts for two major fields."
    b) "...boosting output above current levels at each <t>field>."

4.  **Analyze Usage (Contextual Clues):**

    *   *Usage (a):* "...contracts for two major fields." (Refers to areas of operation, resources, or specific domains/projects.)
    *   *Usage (b):* "...at each field." (Refers to a specific location or area where an action/measurement happens, likely related to oil/production.)

5.  **Evaluate Senses against the Context:**

    *   1. definition=a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed (Physical land) -> *Possible, but less likely in a business/oil context.*
    *   2. definition=a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought (Military) -> *No.*
    *   3. definition=somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected (Area of work/study) -> *Possible, but usually used for research/data collection.*
    *   4. definition=a branch of knowledge (Academic discipline) -> *No.*
    *   5. definition=the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it (Physics/Force) -> *No.*
    *   6. definition=a particular kind of commercial enterprise (Industry/Business) -> *Possible, but usually used as "field of business."*
    *   7. definition=a particular environment or walk of life (Sphere/Domain) -> *Possible.*
    *   8. definition=a piece of land prepared for playing a game (Sports) -> *No.*
    *   9. definition=extensive tract of level open land (Geography/Land) -> *Possible.*
    *   10. definition=(mathematics) a set of elements... (Math) -> *No.*
    *   11. definition=a region in which active military operations are in progress (Military theater) -> *No.*
    *   12. definition=all of the horses in a particular horse race (Race) -> *No.*
    *   13. definition=all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event (Contestants) -> *No.*
    *   14. definition=a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found (Geographic area/Resource location) -> *Strong candidate, especially in the context of oil/contracts.*
    *   15. definition=(computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters... (CS) -> *No.*
    *   16. definition=the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) (Vision) -> *No.*
    *   17. definition=a place where planes take off and land (Airport) -> *No.*

6.  **Refine the Best Fit:** The context deals with oil contracts, major companies, and resources.
    *   "two major fields" (contracts/resources)
    *   "boosting output at each field" (location/area of production)

    Sense 14: definition=a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found | examples=the diamond fields of South Africa. This fits the context of oil/resource contracts very well.

    Sense 6: definition=a particular kind of commercial enterprise | synonyms=field of operation, line of business | examples=they are outstanding in their field. This also fits the context of companies and contracts.

    Sense 3: definition=somewhere... where practical work is done or data is collected | examples=anthropologists do much of their work in the field. (Less likely.)

    Sense 9: definition=extensive tract of level open land (Physical land) (Less likely.)

    Sense 14 is the strongest fit when discussing resources and contracts ("diamond fields").

7.  **Final Check:** The context is about oil contracts and resources. Sense 14 defines a geographic region where valuable resources are found. This is the most appropriate sense for "field" in this economic/geological context.


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

Context: US <t>banks</t> repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles.

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank; he sat on the bank of the river and watched the currents
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | synonyms=depository financial institution, banking concern, banking company | examples=he cashed a check at the bank; that bank holds the mortgage on my home
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force | synonyms=cant, camber
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | synonyms=savings bank, coin bank, money box | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | synonyms=bank building | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The goal is to identify which numbered sense of the word "bank" (marked with `<t>banks</t>`) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US <t>banks</t> repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "banks" in Context:** The context discusses "US major banks" and them "repaying state support." This clearly refers to financial institutions.

4.  **Examine the Senses:**

    *   Sense 1: definition=sloping land... (Geographical/river edge) -> *Does not fit.*
    *   Sense 2: definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | synonyms=depository financial institution, banking concern, banking company | examples=he cashed a check at the bank; that bank holds the mortgage on my home -> *Fits perfectly (financial institution).*
    *   Sense 3: definition=a long ridge or pile -> *Does not fit.*
    *   Sense 4: definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers -> *Does not fit.*
    *   Sense 5: definition=a supply or stock held in reserve... -> *Does not fit.*
    *   Sense 6: definition=the funds held by a gambling house... -> *Does not fit.*
    *   Sense 7: definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track... -> *Does not fit.*
    *   Sense 8: definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home -> *Does not fit.*
    *   Sense 9: definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | synonyms=bank building | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon -> *Plausible, but Sense 2 (the institution itself) is a stronger fit for "US banks repay support."*
    *   Sense 10: definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis... -> *Does not fit.*

5.  **Conclusion:** Sense 2 is the correct meaning, as the context is about financial institutions.

6.  **Final Output Generation:** Return only the number 2.


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

Context: US banks repay <t>state</t> support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of the word "state" (marked with `<t>state</t>`) is used in the provided context. I must return only the number.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US banks repay <t>state</t> support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles."

3.  **Examine the Word "state" in Context:**
    *   "state support" (referring to financial/governmental aid).
    *   "state shackles" (referring to restrictions or control imposed by a governing entity).

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation | synonyms=province | examples=his state is in the deep south. (Relates to a geographical division/region.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the way something is with respect to its main attributes | examples=the current state of knowledge; his state of health. (Relates to condition or condition.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state | examples=the state has lowered its income tax. (Relates to the governing body/entity.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=nation, country, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations. (Relates to a political entity/nation.)
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=(chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids... (Relates to physical matter.)
    *   **Sense 6:** definition=a state of depression or agitation | examples=he was in such a state you just couldn't reason with him. (Relates to a mental/emotional condition.)
    *   **Sense 7:** definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=country, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries. (Relates to territory/land.)
    *   **Sense 8:** definition=the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies | synonyms=Department of State, United States Department of State, State Department, DoS | examples=the Department of State was created in 1789. (Relates to a specific US government department.)

5.  **Match Context to Senses:**

    *   The context uses "state support" (governmental aid) and "state shackles" (restrictions).
    *   Sense 3: "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state" (or the government entity itself). This fits the idea of governmental support and shackles.
    *   Sense 4: "a politically organized body of people under a single government" (nation/country). This is also plausible, but Sense 3 focuses more directly on the *governmental* structure providing support.
    *   Sense 8: "the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies." (This is too specific and doesn't fit the general "state support" or "state shackles" unless the context was specifically about the Department of State.)

6.  **Refine the Choice (Sense 3 vs. Sense 4):**
    *   "US banks repay state support." (Support provided by the government/state.)
    *   "breaking free from their state shackles." (Restrictions imposed by the government/state.)
    *   Sense 3: "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state." This captures the governmental entity providing support and imposing restrictions.

7.  **Conclusion:** Sense 3 is the best fit.


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

Context: US banks repay state <t>support</t> The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles.

Senses:
1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times
2. definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support
3. definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed
4. definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | synonyms=reinforcement, reenforcement | examples=they called for artillery support
5. definition=documentary validation | synonyms=documentation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent; the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones
6. definition=the financial means whereby one lives | synonyms=keep, livelihood, living, bread and butter, sustenance | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support
7. definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | synonyms=supporting | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
9. definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts | synonyms=accompaniment, musical accompaniment, backup
10. definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The goal is to identify which numbered sense of "support" (marked with <t>support</t>) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles."

3.  **Examine the Target Word in Context:** The word is "support." It is used in the phrase "repay state support." This implies financial aid, assistance, or backing provided by the state to the banks.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times. (Focuses on providing money/necessities or emotional aid.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support. (Focuses on aiding a cause/policy/interests.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed. (Focuses on immaterial assistance.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=a military operation... to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | synonyms=reinforcement, reenforcement | examples=they called for artillery support. (Military context.)
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=documentary validation | synonyms=documentation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent; the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones. (Focuses on validation/documentation.)
    *   **Sense 6:** definition=the financial means whereby one lives | synonyms=keep, livelihood, living, bread and butter, sustenance | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support. (Focuses on financial means/livelihood.)
    *   **Sense 7:** definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support. (Physical structure.)
    *   **Sense 8:** definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | synonyms=supporting | examples=he leaned against the wall for support. (Action of bearing weight.)
    *   **Sense 9:** definition=a musical part... that supports or provides background for other musical parts | synonyms=accompaniment, musical accompaniment, backup. (Musical context.)
    *   **Sense 10:** definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf. (Device/physical object.)
    *   **Sense 11:** definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment. (Focuses on financial resources/funding.)

5.  **Match Context to Senses:**
    *   The context is about banks repaying *state* support (financial aid/backing).
    *   Sense 11 (financial resources provided... financial support, funding, backing) is a strong candidate.
    *   Sense 1 (providing money or necessities) is also relevant.
    *   Sense 2 (aiding the cause or policy or interests) is relevant if "state support" is interpreted as aiding the banks' interests.

6.  **Refine the Match:** "Repay state support" strongly suggests a transfer of money or financial aid. Sense 11 explicitly covers "financial resources provided" and "financial support." Sense 6 covers "financial means whereby one lives," which is too broad. Sense 1 is about providing money/necessities. Sense 11 is the most precise fit for institutional/project funding/aid.

    *   *Check Sense 11:* definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment. (Fits the idea of state funding/aid.)

7.  **Conclusion:** Sense 11 is the best fit.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major <t>banks</t> are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go.

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank; he sat on the bank of the river and watched the currents
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | synonyms=depository financial institution, banking concern, banking company | examples=he cashed a check at the bank; that bank holds the mortgage on my home
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force | synonyms=cant, camber
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | synonyms=savings bank, coin bank, money box | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | synonyms=bank building | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "bank" is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major <t>banks</t> are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go."

3.  **Examine the Target Word:** The word in question is "<t>banks</t>".

4.  **Determine the Meaning of "banks" in Context:**
    *   "US banks" refers to financial institutions.
    *   "Bank of America" is a specific financial institution.
    *   "repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP" refers to financial transactions and institutions.

5.  **Compare Contextual Meaning with Senses:**

    *   *Sense 1 (sloping land):* Irrelevant.
    *   *Sense 2 (a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities):* Highly relevant. (Synonyms: depository financial institution, banking company).
    *   *Sense 3 (a long ridge or pile):* Irrelevant.
    *   *Sense 4 (an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers):* Irrelevant.
    *   *Sense 5 (a supply or stock held in reserve for future use):* Not the primary meaning here.
    *   *Sense 6 (the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games):* Irrelevant.
    *   *Sense 7 (a slope in the turn of a road or track):* Irrelevant.
    *   *Sense 8 (a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home):* Irrelevant (though related to money, it doesn't describe the institution itself).
    *   *Sense 9 (a building in which the business of banking transacted):* Relevant, but Sense 2 defines the *institution* itself, which is the core subject ("US banks").
    *   *Sense 10 (a flight maneuver):* Irrelevant.

6.  **Refine the Choice between Sense 2 and Sense 9:**
    *   The context discusses "US banks" and "Bank of America" repaying funds. This focuses on the *function* and *nature* of the entities.
    *   Sense 2: "a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities." (Perfect fit).
    *   Sense 9: "a building in which the business of banking transacted." (Describes the physical location, not the institution's function, although related).

7.  **Conclusion:** Sense 2 is the most accurate definition for "banks" in this financial context.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their <t>state</t> shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The goal is to identify which numbered sense of the word "state" (marked with `<t>state</t>`) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their <t>state</t> shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "state" in Context:**
    *   The context discusses US banks, support, and financial institutions (TARP).
    *   "breaking free from their state shackles" implies a constraint, condition, or status related to their financial situation or regulatory environment.
    *   The phrase "repaid the support from the bank protection fund" confirms a financial/governmental/institutional context.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation | synonyms=province | examples=his state is in the deep south. (Geographical/Political division) -> *Possible, but less likely given the financial context.*
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the way something is with respect to its main attributes | examples=the current state of knowledge; his state of health. (Condition/Status) -> *Plausible. "State of affairs" or "state of being."*
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state | examples=the state has lowered its income tax. (Government/Political entity) -> *Plausible. Refers to the government entity.*
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=nation, country, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations. (Political entity/Nation-state) -> *Very plausible. Refers to the US or a specific political entity.*
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=(chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids... (Physical state of matter) -> *Incorrect. Not about matter.*
    *   **Sense 6:** definition=a state of depression or agitation | examples=he was in such a state you just couldn't reason with him. (Mental/Emotional condition) -> *Less likely in this financial context.*
    *   **Sense 7:** definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=country, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries. (Geographical territory) -> *Possible, but Sense 1 and 4 are more specific to political/administrative divisions.*
    *   **Sense 8:** definition=the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies | synonyms=Department of State, United States Department of State, State Department, DoS | examples=the Department of State was created in 1789. (Specific US government department) -> *Less likely, as the context refers to the general "state" of the banks/system, not specifically the Department of State.*

5.  **Refine the Choice (Comparing 3 and 4):**
    *   The context is about US banks and financial support (TARP).
    *   "breaking free from their state shackles" suggests a systemic or political condition/status (Sense 2) or a political entity (Sense 4).
    *   If "state" refers to the political entity (Sense 4: a politically organized body of people under a single government), it fits the context of US banks being subject to government support/regulation.
    *   If "state" refers to the condition (Sense 2: the way something is), it also fits ("the state of the banks").

    *   Let's re-examine the examples provided for the senses:
        *   Sense 3 example: "the state has lowered its income tax" (Focuses on the government entity acting).
        *   Sense 4 example: "the state has elected a new president" (Focuses on the political body).

    *   The context is about the *banks* breaking free from *shackles*. This often implies a political or systemic constraint. Sense 4 (a politically organized body of people under a single government) is a strong fit for the political/financial context of the US system.

    *   *Self-Correction/Final Check:* While Sense 2 (condition) is always possible, Sense 4 (political entity) is the most robust fit when discussing US banks and government support/shackles.

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 4 is the best fit.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state <t>shackles</t>. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go.

Senses:
1. definition=a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) | synonyms=bond, hamper, trammel
2. definition=a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to know which numbered sense of the word "shackle" is used in the provided context. The answer should be only the number.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state <t>shackles</t>. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "shackles" in Context:** The phrase "breaking free from their state shackles" implies that the banks are escaping restrictions, restraints, or limitations imposed by the state/government support structure.

4.  **Analyze the Senses:**
    *   Sense 1: definition=a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) | synonyms=bond, hamper, trammel
    *   Sense 2: definition=a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar

5.  **Match Context to Senses:**
    *   The context uses "shackles" metaphorically to mean restrictions/constraints.
    *   Sense 1 (restraint, confines freedom, tie down) matches the metaphorical usage perfectly.
    *   Sense 2 (a physical bar/U-shaped object) does not fit the context of financial/political freedom.

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 1 is the correct meaning.

7.  **Final Output Generation:** Return only the number 1.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the <t>support</t> from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support.

Senses:
1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times
2. definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support
3. definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed
4. definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | synonyms=reinforcement, reenforcement | examples=they called for artillery support
5. definition=documentary validation | synonyms=documentation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent; the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones
6. definition=the financial means whereby one lives | synonyms=keep, livelihood, living, bread and butter, sustenance | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support
7. definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | synonyms=supporting | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
9. definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts | synonyms=accompaniment, musical accompaniment, backup
10. definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The goal is to identify which numbered sense of the word "support" (marked by `<t>support</t>`) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the <t>support</t> from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "support" in Context:**
    The context discusses banks repaying money/funds (USD 45 billion) from a fund (TARP) provided by the state. This refers to financial assistance or funding provided by the state to the banks.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times** (Focuses on providing money/necessities or emotional aid.)
    *   **2. definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support** (Focuses on aiding a cause/policy/interests.)
    *   **3. definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed** (Focuses on immaterial assistance/backing.)
    *   **4. definition=a military operation... to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission** (Military context. Irrelevant.)
    *   **5. definition=documentary validation** (Irrelevant.)
    *   **6. definition=the financial means whereby one lives | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support** (Focuses on livelihood/sustenance.)
    *   **7. definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation** (Physical structure. Irrelevant.)
    *   **8. definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | examples=he leaned against the wall for support** (Physical/abstract strengthening.)
    *   **9. definition=a musical part... that supports or provides background for other musical parts** (Musical context. Irrelevant.)
    *   **10. definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing** (Physical device. Irrelevant.)
    *   **11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment** (Focuses on financial resources/funding/backing.)

5.  **Match Context to Sense:**
    The context is about repaying a fund/money (financial resources) provided by the state.
    Sense 11: "financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing" fits perfectly with the idea of repaying a financial fund.

6.  **Final Check:** The context uses "repay the state support," which is a financial transaction. Sense 11 defines financial resources/funding.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the <t>bank</t> protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support.

Senses:
1. definition=sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) | examples=they pulled the canoe up on the bank; he sat on the bank of the river and watched the currents
2. definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | synonyms=depository financial institution, banking concern, banking company | examples=he cashed a check at the bank; that bank holds the mortgage on my home
3. definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth
4. definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches
5. definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)
6. definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo
7. definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force | synonyms=cant, camber
8. definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | synonyms=savings bank, coin bank, money box | examples=the coin bank was empty
9. definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | synonyms=bank building | examples=the bank is on the corner of Nassau and Witherspoon
10. definition=a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) | examples=the plane went into a steep bank

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of the word "bank" (marked with `<t>bank</t>`) is used in the provided context. I must return only the number.

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the <t>bank</t> protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support."

3.  **Examine the Target Word in Context:** The word is "bank" within the phrase "<t>bank</t> protection fund TARP". The context discusses US banks, state support, and financial institutions repaying funds.

4.  **Analyze the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=sloping land... examples=bank of the river. (Irrelevant)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities | synonyms=depository financial institution, banking concern, banking company | examples=he cashed a check at the bank; that bank holds the mortgage on my home. (Highly relevant - relates to financial institutions and money/funds.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=a long ridge or pile | examples=a huge bank of earth. (Irrelevant)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers | examples=he operated a bank of switches. (Irrelevant)
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies). (Possible, but less specific than Sense 2.)
    *   **Sense 6:** definition=the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games | examples=he tried to break the bank at Monte Carlo. (Irrelevant)
    *   **Sense 7:** definition=a slope in the turn of a road or track... (Irrelevant)
    *   **Sense 8:** definition=a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home | synonyms=savings bank, coin bank, money box. (Less relevant than Sense 2, which refers to the institution itself.)
    *   **Sense 9:** definition=a building in which the business of banking transacted | synonyms=bank building. (Relevant, but the context refers to a "protection fund," which is an institution/fund, not just the building.)
    *   **Sense 10:** definition=a flight maneuver... (Irrelevant)

5.  **Compare Best Fits (Sense 2 vs. Sense 9):**
    *   The context is about "bank protection fund." This is a financial entity.
    *   Sense 2: "a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities." (Perfect fit for a "protection fund" or "bank.")
    *   Sense 9: "a building in which the business of banking transacted." (Describes a physical location, not the fund itself.)

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 2 is the correct meaning.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank <t>protection</t> fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support.

Senses:
1. definition=the activity of protecting someone or something | examples=the witnesses demanded police protection
2. definition=a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury | synonyms=protective covering, protective cover | examples=they had no protection from the fallout; wax provided protection for the floors
3. definition=defense against financial failure; financial independence | synonyms=security | examples=his pension gave him security in his old age; insurance provided protection against loss of wages due to illness
4. definition=the condition of being protected | synonyms=shelter | examples=they were huddled together for protection; he enjoyed a sense of peace and protection in his new home
5. definition=kindly endorsement and guidance | synonyms=auspices, aegis | examples=the tournament was held under the auspices of the city council
6. definition=the imposition of duties or quotas on imports in order to protect domestic industry against foreign competition | synonyms=trade protection | examples=he made trade protection a plank in the party platform
7. definition=payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence | synonyms=tribute | examples=every store in the neighborhood had to pay him protection

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of the word "protection" (marked by `<t>protection</t>`) is used in the provided context. I must return only the number.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank <t>protection</t> fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "protection" in Context:** The context discusses banks repaying "state support" (TARP fund). This implies a financial mechanism designed to safeguard the banks or the financial system from failure or loss.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=the activity of protecting someone or something | examples=the witnesses demanded police protection (Focuses on the *activity* of guarding/defending.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury | synonyms=protective covering, protective cover | examples=they had no protection from the fallout; wax provided protection for the floors (Focuses on a physical barrier.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=defense against financial failure; financial independence | synonyms=security | examples=his pension gave him security in his old age; insurance provided protection against loss of wages due to illness (Focuses on financial security/defense against loss.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=the condition of being protected | synonyms=shelter | examples=they were huddled together for protection; he enjoyed a sense of peace and protection in his new home (Focuses on the *state* of being safe.)
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=kindly endorsement and guidance | synonyms=auspices, aegis | examples=the tournament was held under the auspices of the city council (Focuses on endorsement/guidance.)
    *   **Sense 6:** definition=the imposition of duties or quotas on imports in order to protect domestic industry against foreign competition | synonyms=trade protection | examples=he made trade protection a plank in the party platform (Focuses on trade policy.)
    *   **Sense 7:** definition=payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence | synonyms=tribute | examples=every store in the neighborhood had to pay him protection (Focuses on extortion/bribes.)

5.  **Match Context to Sense:** The context involves a "protection fund" (TARP) used by banks to deal with a financial crisis/state support. This aligns perfectly with the idea of "defense against financial failure; financial independence."

    *   Sense 3: definition=defense against financial failure; financial independence. (Strong match.)

6.  **Final Check:** The use of "protection fund" in a financial crisis context strongly points to the financial/security meaning. Sense 3 is the correct fit.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection <t>fund</t> TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support.

Senses:
1. definition=a reserve of money set aside for some purpose | synonyms=monetary fund
2. definition=a supply of something available for future use | synonyms=store, stock | examples=he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars
3. definition=a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies | synonyms=investment company, investment trust, investment firm

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to identify the numbered sense of the word "fund" (marked with `<t></t>`) used in the provided context and return only the number.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection <t>fund</t> TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "fund" in Context:** The context discusses banks repaying "state support" (TARP). TARP is described as "bank protection." The word "fund" here refers to a pool of money set aside or reserved for a specific purpose (bank protection/support).

4.  **Analyze the Senses:**
    *   Sense 1: definition=a reserve of money set aside for some purpose | synonyms=monetary fund. (Matches the context: TARP is a reserve of money set aside for bank protection.)
    *   Sense 2: definition=a supply of something available for future use | synonyms=store, stock. (Less fitting. While money is a supply, the emphasis is on the *set-aside* nature for a specific purpose.)
    *   Sense 3: definition=a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies. (Does not fit the context of TARP being a pool of money.)

5.  **Conclusion:** Sense 1 is the correct meaning.

6.  **Final Output Generation:** Return the number 1.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the <t>amount</t> USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support.

Senses:
1. definition=a quantity of money | synonyms=sum, sum of money, amount of money | examples=he borrowed a large sum; the amount he had in cash was insufficient
2. definition=the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion | examples=an adequate amount of food for four people
3. definition=how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify | synonyms=measure, quantity
4. definition=a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers | synonyms=sum, total

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The goal is to identify which numbered sense of the word "amount" (marked with `<t>amount</t>`) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:** "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the <t>amount</t> USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support."

3.  **Examine the Target Word Usage:** The usage is "in the amount of USD 45 billion." This refers to a specific, quantifiable sum of money.

4.  **Analyze the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a quantity of money | synonyms=sum, sum of money, amount of money | examples=he borrowed a large sum; the amount he had in cash was insufficient. (Focuses specifically on money/financial quantity.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion | examples=an adequate amount of food for four people. (Focuses on relative size/sufficiency.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify | synonyms=measure, quantity. (General quantification.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers | synonyms=sum, total. (Focuses on the result of addition.)

5.  **Match Context to Senses:**
    *   The context is about a financial transaction (repaying support) and specifies a monetary value (USD 45 billion).
    *   Sense 1 explicitly defines "amount" as "a quantity of money" and lists synonyms like "sum of money." This is a perfect match.
    *   Sense 3 is too general ("how much there is or how many there are of something"). While technically true, Sense 1 is much more precise given the financial context.
    *   Sense 4 is about the *process* of getting a quantity (addition), not the quantity itself.

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 1 is the most accurate and specific definition for the usage in the context.

7.  **Final Output Generation:** Return only the number 1.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to <t>reports</t> from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=a written document describing the findings of some individual or group | synonyms=study, written report | examples=this accords with the recent study by Hill and Dale
2. definition=the act of informing by verbal report | synonyms=account | examples=he heard reports that they were causing trouble; by all accounts they were a happy couple
3. definition=a short account of the news | synonyms=news report, story, account, write up | examples=the report of his speech; the story was on the 11 o'clock news
4. definition=a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) | examples=they heard a violent report followed by silence
5. definition=a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment | synonyms=report card | examples=his father signed his report card
6. definition=an essay (especially one written as an assignment) | synonyms=composition, paper, theme | examples=he got an A on his composition
7. definition=the general estimation that the public has for a person | synonyms=reputation | examples=he acquired a reputation as an actor before he started writing; he was a person of bad report

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants me to identify which numbered sense of the word "report" (marked with `<t>reports</t>`) is used in the provided context. I must return only the number.

2.  **Examine the Context:**
    "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to <t>reports</t> from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."

3.  **Analyze the Target Word in Context:** The word is "reports". It appears in the phrase: "according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC".

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a written document describing the findings of some individual or group | synonyms=study, written report | examples=this accords with the recent study by Hill and Dale (Focuses on a formal written document/study.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the act of informing by verbal report | synonyms=account | examples=he heard reports that they were causing trouble; by all accounts they were a happy couple (Focuses on the act of informing/verbal communication.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=a short account of the news | synonyms=news report, story, account, write up | examples=the report of his speech; the story was on the 11 o'clock news (Focuses on a news item/story.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) (Focuses on a sound.)
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment | synonyms=report card | examples=his father signed his report card (Focuses on a school evaluation.)
    *   **Sense 6:** definition=an essay (especially one written as an assignment) (Focuses on a long academic essay.)
    *   **Sense 7:** definition=the general estimation that the public has for a person | synonyms=reputation | examples=he acquired a reputation as an actor before he started writing; he was a person of bad report (Focuses on reputation/estimation.)

5.  **Match Context to Senses:**
    The context uses "reports from US broadcaster CNBC." This refers to information or news being conveyed by a broadcaster.

    *   Sense 1 (Written document/study) - Unlikely.
    *   Sense 2 (Act of informing/verbal report) - Possible, but usually "reports" in this context refers to the content.
    *   Sense 3 (Short account of the news/news report) - Highly likely. CNBC provides news reports/stories.
    *   Sense 4 (Sound) - Incorrect.
    *   Sense 5 (Report card) - Incorrect.
    *   Sense 6 (Essay) - Incorrect.
    *   Sense 7 (Reputation) - Incorrect.

6.  **Conclusion:** The usage "reports from US broadcaster CNBC" aligns best with the definition of a short account of the news (Sense 3).


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US <t>broadcaster</t> CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=someone who broadcasts on radio or television
2. definition=a mechanical device for scattering something (seed or fertilizer or sand etc.) in all directions | synonyms=spreader

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to know which numbered sense of the word "broadcaster" is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US <t>broadcaster</t> CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."

3.  **Examine the Target Word in Context:** The word is "<t>broadcaster</t>". It appears in the phrase: "according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC".

4.  **Determine the Meaning of "broadcaster" in Context:**
    *   CNBC is a well-known news channel/media outlet.
    *   The sentence structure implies that CNBC is providing reports.
    *   In this context, "broadcaster" refers to a source of media/news transmission (like a TV or radio station).

5.  **Evaluate the Senses:**
    *   Sense 1: definition=someone who broadcasts on radio or television.
    *   Sense 2: definition=a mechanical device for scattering something (seed or fertilizer or sand etc.) in all directions | synonyms=spreader.

6.  **Match Context to Sense:**
    *   The context uses "broadcaster" to refer to CNBC (a media entity/person who broadcasts).
    *   This matches Sense 1: "someone who broadcasts on radio or television".

7.  **Final Answer Formulation:** The correct sense is 1.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the <t>state</t> support. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The goal is to identify which numbered sense of the word "state" (marked by `<t>state</t>`) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Examine the Context:**
    "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the <t>state</t> support. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."

3.  **Identify the Target Word and its Usage:** The word is "state" in the phrase "repay the state support."

4.  **Analyze the Meaning of "state support":** This refers to financial assistance or aid provided by a governing body (the state/government) to an entity (the banks).

5.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **1. definition=the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation | synonyms=province | examples=his state is in the deep south** (Geographical territory/province). *Does not fit "state support."*
    *   **2. definition=the way something is with respect to its main attributes | examples=the current state of knowledge; his state of health** (Condition/status). *Does not fit "state support."*
    *   **3. definition=the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state | examples=the state has lowered its income tax** (The governing body/government entity). *Fits the context of "state support" (support from the government).*
    *   **4. definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=nation, country, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations** (A political entity/nation/country). *This is related to sense 3, but sense 3 specifically focuses on the *group of people comprising the government*. Sense 4 is broader (nation/country).*
    *   **5. definition=(chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids...** (Physical state of matter). *Irrelevant.*
    *   **6. definition=a state of depression or agitation | examples=he was in such a state you just couldn't reason with him** (Mental/emotional condition). *Irrelevant.*
    *   **7. definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=country, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries** (Geographical territory). *Does not fit "state support."*
    *   **8. definition=the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies | synonyms=Department of State, United States Department of State, State Department, DoS | examples=the Department of State was created in 1789** (Specific US government department). *While the context is US banks, the usage "state support" refers to the general governmental entity providing aid, not specifically the Department of State.*

6.  **Compare Best Fits (3 vs. 4):**
    *   The context uses "state support" as a noun phrase referring to the aid provided by the government.
    *   Sense 3: "the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state." (Focuses on the governmental body).
    *   Sense 4: "a politically organized body of people under a single government." (Focuses on the political entity/nation).

    In the phrase "repay the state support," "state" functions as an adjective modifying "support," referring to the source of the support (the government/state). Sense 3 defines the governmental entity itself.

7.  **Conclusion:** Sense 3 is the most accurate fit for "state" when referring to governmental aid or structure.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state <t>support</t>. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges.

Senses:
1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times
2. definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support
3. definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed
4. definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | synonyms=reinforcement, reenforcement | examples=they called for artillery support
5. definition=documentary validation | synonyms=documentation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent; the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones
6. definition=the financial means whereby one lives | synonyms=keep, livelihood, living, bread and butter, sustenance | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support
7. definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | synonyms=supporting | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
9. definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts | synonyms=accompaniment, musical accompaniment, backup
10. definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The goal is to identify which numbered sense of "support" (marked by `<t>support</t>`) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Examine the Context:**
    "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state <t>support</t>. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of the Target Word ("state support"):**
    The context discusses banks repaying money (TARP fund) provided by the state. This is a financial provision or aid given by one entity (state) to another (banks) to help them survive a crisis.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses against the Context:**

    *   **1. definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times** (Focuses on providing money/necessities.)
    *   **2. definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support** (Focuses on aiding a cause/interest/policy.)
    *   **3. definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed** (Focuses on immaterial assistance/faith.)
    *   **4. definition=a military operation... to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission** (Military context. Irrelevant.)
    *   **5. definition=documentary validation** (Irrelevant.)
    *   **6. definition=the financial means whereby one lives | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support** (Focuses on livelihood/sustenance.)
    *   **7. definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation** (Physical structure. Irrelevant.)
    *   **8. definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | examples=he leaned against the wall for support** (Physical/abstract bearing weight. Less fitting for financial aid.)
    *   **9. definition=a musical part... that supports or provides background for other musical parts** (Musical context. Irrelevant.)
    *   **10. definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing** (Physical device. Irrelevant.)
    *   **11. definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment** (Focuses on financial resources/funding/backing.)

5.  **Compare Best Fits:**
    *   The context is about a financial transfer (repaying a fund).
    *   Sense 1 (providing money/necessities) is plausible.
    *   Sense 11 (financial resources/funding/backing) is the most precise fit for "state support" in a financial/economic context.

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 11 aligns best with the meaning of financial aid/funding.


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

Context: US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support. The <t>institutions</t> thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges. Bank of America had raised some USD 19 billion from investors through convertible loans.

Senses:
1. definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose | synonyms=establishment
2. definition=an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated
3. definition=a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society | examples=the institution of marriage; the institution of slavery
4. definition=the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new | synonyms=initiation, founding, foundation, origination, creation, innovation | examples=she looked forward to her initiation as an adult; the foundation of a new scientific society
5. definition=a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person | synonyms=mental hospital, psychiatric hospital, mental institution, mental home, insane asylum, asylum

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "institution" (marked with `<t>institutions</t>`) is used in the provided context.

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    "US banks repay state support The crisis-hit US major banks are breaking free from their state shackles. On Wednesday Bank of America repaid the support from the bank protection fund TARP in the amount USD 45 billion (nearly EUR 30 billion) in one go. And, according to reports from US broadcaster CNBC, Citigroup is also planning to repay the state support. The institutions thereby want to wiggle themselves free from the restrictions going hand-in-hand with the acceptance of the money, such as the limits on manager bonuses and the paying of high charges. Bank of America had raised some USD 19 billion from investors through convertible loans."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "institutions" in Context:**
    The context refers to "US major banks" (Bank of America, Citigroup) and their actions (repaying state support, breaking free from restrictions). The word "institutions" here refers to the established organizations or systems (the banks, the financial system, the regulatory structures) that have a specific function or purpose.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose | synonyms=establishment
        *   *Fit:* Banks are organizations founded for a specific purpose (financial services). This seems highly relevant.

    *   **Sense 2:** definition=an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated
        *   *Fit:* While banks have buildings, the focus of the sentence is on the *organization* and its *function* (repaying support, dealing with restrictions), not just the physical structure.

    *   **Sense 3:** definition=a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society | examples=the institution of marriage; the institution of slavery
        *   *Fit:* Not applicable. The context is about financial/political organizations, not social customs.

    *   **Sense 4:** definition=the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new | synonyms=initiation, founding, foundation, origination, creation, innovation
        *   *Fit:* Not applicable. The context is about existing organizations, not the act of starting something new.

    *   **Sense 5:** definition=a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person | synonyms=mental hospital, psychiatric hospital, mental institution, mental home, insane asylum, asylum
        *   *Fit:* Not applicable.

5.  **Conclusion:** Sense 1 (an organization founded and united for a specific purpose) is the best fit, as it accurately describes the banks and financial systems mentioned in the text.