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

[User]
Target lemma: brazil
Target surface form: Brazil
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and <t>Brazil</t>, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=brazil%1:15:00:: | definition=the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | synonyms=Federative Republic of Brazil, Brasil
2. sense_key=brazil%1:13:00:: | definition=three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell | synonyms=brazil nut

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "Brazil" based on the provided context.

Context: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and <t>Brazil</t>, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2)."

Target word: Brazil

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=brazil%1:15:00:: | definition=the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | synonyms=Federative Republic of Brazil, Brasil
2. sense_key=brazil%1:13:00:: | definition=three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell | synonyms=brazil nut

Analysis:
The context refers to "Brazil" alongside "Mexico" as "the region's two most populous countries." This clearly indicates that "Brazil" is being used as a sovereign nation/country.

Sense 1 defines Brazil as "the largest Latin American country..." and lists it as a country. This matches the context perfectly.
Sense 2 defines Brazil as a "three-sided tropical American nut." This is incorrect in this context.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the correct choice.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: countries
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous <t>countries</t>, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

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

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "countries" (plural of "country") based on the provided context.

Context snippet:
"...But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous <t>countries</t>, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

The target word is "countries" (in the phrase "the region's two most populous countries").

Let's analyze the candidate senses:

1. **sense_key=country%1:14:00::** | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
    * This definition aligns perfectly with political entities like Mexico and Brazil, which are sovereign states/nations. The context discusses democracy, political stability, and institutions.

2. **sense_key=country%1:15:00::** | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
    * While countries *have* territory, the context focuses on the political entities (Mexico and Brazil) and their political characteristics (democracy, population size), not just the geographical area itself. Sense 1 is more precise for the political discussion.

3. **sense_key=country%1:14:01::** | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
    * This refers to inhabitants (people/nation), not the political entity itself. The context refers to Mexico and Brazil as entities ("the region's two most populous countries").

4. **sense_key=country%1:15:01::** | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
    * This refers to rural areas, which is irrelevant to the discussion of democracy and political stability in Mexico and Brazil.

5. **sense_key=country%1:15:02::** | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country
    * This is a general geographical region, but the context specifies Mexico and Brazil as distinct, populous, politically organized units, making Sense 1 (politically organized body) a better fit than a general geographical region.

Conclusion: The context discusses Mexico and Brazil in the context of democracy, political stability, and population size, clearly referring to them as sovereign political entities. Sense 1 is the best fit.

currency: USD

source: unavailable


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

[User]
Target lemma: democrat
Target surface form: democrats
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced <t>democrats</t>, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=democrat%1:18:01:: | definition=a member of the Democratic Party
2. sense_key=democrat%1:18:00:: | definition=an advocate of democratic principles | synonyms=populist

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
Thinking Process:

1.  **Analyze the Target Word and Context:**
    *   Target surface form: "democrats" (plural).
    *   Context sentence: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced <t>democrats</t>, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2)."
    *   Surrounding context: The passage discusses "support for democracy," "attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions," and how satisfaction with "how their country's democracy works in practice" is measured.

2.  **Analyze the Candidate Senses:**
    *   Sense 1 (democrat%1:18:01): "a member of the Democratic Party." (Political party affiliation).
    *   Sense 2 (democrat%1:18:00): "an advocate of democratic principles." (Ideological stance/belief).

3.  **Evaluate Sense 1 (Party Member):**
    *   If "democrats" means members of a specific political party (like the US Democratic Party), the context would usually refer to political affiliation or voting patterns.
    *   The sentence structure is: "...respondents... are convinced democrats..."
    *   If they are convinced *of* being party members, it's awkward phrasing. More likely, they are convinced *that* something is true, or they *identify* as something.
    *   If the context implies they are convinced *to be* party members, it's highly specific and usually requires more explicit framing.

4.  **Evaluate Sense 2 (Advocate of Democratic Principles):**
    *   The overall theme of the passage is "support for democracy" and "attitudes towards democracy."
    *   The phrase "are convinced democrats" fits well if it means they are convinced *to be* proponents or advocates of democracy.
    *   The context links this group ("democrats") to a measure that "drags down the regional average" of satisfaction with democracy. This suggests that this group's opinion (or lack thereof, if they are skeptical advocates, or if the term is used loosely to mean those who support the *idea* of democracy) is relevant to the overall democratic health of the region.
    *   Given the discussion is about the *concept* of democracy (institutions, support, satisfaction), Sense 2 (advocate of democratic principles) is the most thematically consistent interpretation.

5.  **Refine the Choice (Contextual Fit):**
    *   The passage is discussing the *state* of democracy in South America. The term "democrats" here is used as a descriptor of a group's political philosophy or belief system regarding the system being discussed.
    *   Sense 2 ("an advocate of democratic principles") aligns perfectly with the macro-level discussion of democratic support and institutions. Sense 1 (specific party membership) is too narrow and usually requires a specific political context not provided here.

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 2 is the best fit. (Note: The prompt requires returning the index number, but the provided instructions state: "Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}" and the candidates are numbered 1 and 2. I must assume the final output format requires the index corresponding to the chosen sense.)

*Self-Correction/Final Check:* The candidates are numbered 1 and 2. I chose Sense 2.

*Mapping to required output format:* The prompt asks for a JSON object with `sense_index`. Since I chose the second candidate, the index is 2. (Wait, the example output uses `3`. I must ensure I use the index of the chosen sense, which is 2.)

Let's re-read the instructions carefully: "Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}." I will use the index of the chosen sense (Sense 2).


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

[User]
Target lemma: average
Target surface form: average
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional <t>average</t> (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=average%1:09:00:: | definition=a statistic describing the location of a distribution | synonyms=norm | examples=it set the norm for American homes
2. sense_key=average%1:24:00:: | definition=(sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities
3. sense_key=average%1:09:01:: | definition=an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual | examples=he is about average in height; the snowfall this month is below average

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "average" in the given context.

Context snippet: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional <t>average</t> (see chart 2)."

Target word: average

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=average%1:09:00:: | definition=a statistic describing the location of a distribution | synonyms=norm | examples=it set the norm for American homes
2. sense_key=average%1:24:00:: | definition=(sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities | synonyms=N/A | examples=N/A
3. sense_key=average%1:09:01:: | definition=an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual | synonyms=N/A | examples=he is about average in height; the snowfall this month is below average

Analysis:
The context discusses the percentage of respondents who are convinced democrats in Mexico and Brazil. This percentage is described as dragging down the "regional average." Since the preceding discussion involves percentages (40%, 61%, half of respondents, 44%, 25%), the "regional average" most likely refers to the statistical mean or typical value of this percentage across the region.

Let's evaluate the senses:
1. **sense_key=average%1:09:00:** "a statistic describing the location of a distribution." This fits perfectly with calculating the mean percentage across multiple countries/respondents. Synonyms include 'norm', which is related to statistical averages.
2. **sense_key=average%1:24:00:** "(sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities." This is clearly irrelevant to political survey data.
3. **sense_key=average%1:09:01:** "an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual." While 'average' can mean typical (like 'average height'), in the context of calculating a value based on survey results from multiple countries, the statistical meaning (mean) is more precise than the general descriptive meaning of 'usual'.

Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 3:
Sense 1 focuses on the statistical function ("a statistic describing the location of a distribution").
Sense 3 focuses on the descriptive quality ("an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual").

When dealing with data points (percentages of convinced democrats) from multiple entities (Mexico and Brazil, and implicitly the region), the term "average" functions as a statistical measure (mean). Sense 1 captures this statistical function best.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the best fit.


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

[User]
Target lemma: chart
Target surface form: chart
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see <t>chart</t> 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "chart" in the given context.

Context snippet:
"...But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see <t>chart</t> 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

Target word: chart

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

Analysis:
The context refers to data presentation: "regional average (see chart 2)" and "a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)". These charts are used to display statistical information (percentages, averages, trends).

Sense 1: "a visual display of information" perfectly matches the usage of "chart" when referring to graphs, tables, or diagrams presenting data.
Sense 2: "a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea" is a nautical or aeronautical chart, which is irrelevant to the statistical data presented here.

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the correct sense.


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

[User]
Target lemma: respondent
Target surface form: respondents
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of <t>respondents</t> across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=respondent%1:18:01:: | definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent
2. sense_key=respondent%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer

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

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the target word and context:**
    *   Target lemma: respondent
    *   Target surface form: respondents
    *   Context snippet: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats... Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice..."
    *   The context discusses surveys, attitudes towards democracy, and percentages of people holding certain views (convinced democrats, satisfied with democracy).

2.  **Analyze the candidate senses:**
    *   Sense 1: `respondent%1:18:01` | definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent. (Legal/Divorce context)
    *   Sense 2: `respondent%1:18:00` | definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer. (General context of answering/surveying)

3.  **Match context to senses:**
    *   The context clearly refers to people giving opinions or answers about democracy ("support for democracy has risen," "are convinced democrats," "pronounced themselves satisfied").
    *   Sense 1 (divorce/legal) is completely irrelevant to the topic of political attitudes and surveys.
    *   Sense 2 (someone who responds/answerer) perfectly matches the idea of people participating in a survey or poll to give their views.

4.  **Select the best sense:** Sense 2 is the correct choice.

5.  **Format the output:** The instruction requires a JSON object with the sense index. Since the provided candidates are numbered 1 and 2, and Sense 2 is the correct one, the index is 2. (Wait, the instructions ask for the JSON format `{"sense_index": 3}` as an example, but only two candidates are provided. I must use the index corresponding to the chosen sense among the candidates.)

    *   Candidate 1 -> Index 1
    *   Candidate 2 -> Index 2

    The chosen sense is Candidate 2.


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

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: country
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their <t>country</t>'s democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The target word is "country" in the phrase "their country's democracy works in practice." The surrounding text discusses democracy, political institutions (Congress, government), economic growth, and specific nations (Peru, Mexico, Brazil) in South America.

2.  **Analyze the target phrase meaning:** "Country's democracy" refers to the political system and governance structure of a specific nation.

3.  **Examine the candidate senses:**

    *   **sense_key=country%1:14:00:** Definition: "a politically organized body of people under a single government." Synonyms: state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic. *This aligns perfectly with the concept of a nation-state whose political system (democracy) is being discussed.*
    *   **sense_key=country%1:15:00:** Definition: "the territory occupied by a nation." Synonyms: state, land. *While a country has territory, the focus here is on the *democracy* (the political system), not just the physical land.*
    *   **sense_key=country%1:14:01:** Definition: "the people who live in a nation or country." Synonyms: nation, land. *The possessive 'country's' refers to the entity whose democracy is functioning, not the people themselves.*
    *   **sense_key=country%1:15:01:** Definition: "an area outside of cities and towns." Synonyms: rural area. *This is the geographical/rural sense, completely irrelevant to the political context.*
    *   **sense_key=country%1:15:02:** Definition: "a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary..." Synonyms: area. *This is a general geographical region, too vague and not specific enough to capture the political entity being discussed.*

4.  **Select the best sense:** Sense 1 (country%1:14:00) is the most appropriate because it defines a "politically organized body of people under a single government," which is the entity whose "democracy" is being evaluated.

5.  **Format the output:** Return the selected sense index in the required JSON format.


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

[User]
Target lemma: democracy
Target surface form: democracy
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's <t>democracy</t> works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=democracy%1:09:00:: | definition=the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
2. sense_key=democracy%1:14:00:: | definition=a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them | synonyms=republic, commonwealth
3. sense_key=democracy%1:09:01:: | definition=the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group | synonyms=majority rule

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "democracy" in the provided context.

Context snippet: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's <t>democracy</t> works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=democracy%1:09:00:: | definition=the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
2. sense_key=democracy%1:14:00:: | definition=a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them | synonyms=republic, commonwealth
3. sense_key=democracy%1:09:01:: | definition=the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group | synonyms=majority rule

Analysis:
The context discusses satisfaction with "how their country's democracy works in practice." This refers to the functioning structure or system of governance in a country.

Sense 1: "the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives." This refers to the *attitude* or *belief* (e.g., being a democrat), not the system itself. The context is about the system's performance ("how it works").
Sense 2: "a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them." This perfectly describes the political system of a country, which is what "how their country's democracy works in practice" refers to. Synonyms like 'republic' fit this concept.
Sense 3: "the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group." This is specifically about majority rule, which is a principle *within* a democracy, but Sense 2 is the broader, more accurate description of the overall political system being evaluated.

Conclusion: Sense 2 is the best fit as it defines the political system being evaluated in the context.


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

[User]
Target lemma: figure
Target surface form: figure
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same <t>figure</t> as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=figure%1:10:00:: | definition=a diagram or picture illustrating textual material | synonyms=fig | examples=the area covered can be seen from Figure 2
2. sense_key=figure%1:08:00:: | definition=alternative names for the body of a human being | synonyms=human body, physical body, material body, soma, build, physique | examples=Leonardo studied the human body; he has a strong physique
3. sense_key=figure%1:23:00:: | definition=one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration | synonyms=digit | examples=0 and 1 are digits
4. sense_key=figure%1:06:00:: | definition=a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) | examples=he made a figure of Santa Claus
5. sense_key=figure%1:18:00:: | definition=a well-known or notable person | synonyms=name, public figure | examples=they studied all the great names in the history of France; she is an important figure in modern music
6. sense_key=figure%1:25:00:: | definition=a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape
7. sense_key=figure%1:21:00:: | definition=an amount of money expressed numerically | examples=a figure of $17 was suggested
8. sense_key=figure%1:07:00:: | definition=the impression produced by a person | examples=he cut a fine figure; a heroic figure
9. sense_key=figure%1:07:01:: | definition=the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals | synonyms=number | examples=he had a number of chores to do; the number of parameters is small
10. sense_key=figure%1:10:01:: | definition=language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense | synonyms=trope, figure of speech, image
11. sense_key=figure%1:09:00:: | definition=a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground
12. sense_key=figure%1:06:01:: | definition=a decorative or artistic work | synonyms=design, pattern | examples=the coach had a design on the doors
13. sense_key=figure%1:04:00:: | definition=a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating | examples=she made the best score on compulsory figures

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "figure" in the provided context.

Context snippet: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same <t>figure</t> as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

The word "figure" here follows a percentage (44%) and is compared to another percentage ("the same... as last year") and a specific number (25%).

Let's examine the candidate senses:

1. sense_key=figure%1:10:00:: | definition=a diagram or picture illustrating textual material | synonyms=fig | (Relates to charts/diagrams, but the usage here is referring to the numerical value itself, not the visual representation.)
2. sense_key=figure%1:08:00:: | definition=alternative names for the body of a human being | (Irrelevant)
3. sense_key=figure%1:23:00:: | definition=one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration | synonyms=digit | (Too narrow; it refers to the total value, not just a digit.)
4. sense_key=figure%1:06:00:: | definition=a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) | (Irrelevant)
5. sense_key=figure%1:18:00:: | definition=a well-known or notable person | (Irrelevant)
6. sense_key=figure%1:25:00:: | definition=a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape | (Irrelevant)
7. sense_key=figure%1:21:00:: | definition=an amount of money expressed numerically | (Possible, as percentages are numerical amounts, but the context is general statistics, not specifically money.)
8. sense_key=figure%1:07:00:: | definition=the impression produced by a person | (Irrelevant)
9. sense_key=figure%1:07:01:: | definition=the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals | synonyms=number | (This sense relates to a numerical value or quantity, which fits perfectly with "the same [numerical value] as last year.")
10. sense_key=figure%1:10:01:: | definition=language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense | (Irrelevant)
11. sense_key=figure%1:09:00:: | definition=a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground | (Too abstract/perceptual, doesn't fit the statistical context.)
12. sense_key=figure%1:06:01:: | definition=a decorative or artistic work | (Irrelevant)
13. sense_key=figure%1:04:00:: | definition=a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating | (Irrelevant)

The context clearly uses "figure" as a synonym for a numerical value or statistic (44%).

Sense 9: "the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals" (synonyms: number). This is the best fit for referring to a statistical percentage.

Sense 7: "an amount of money expressed numerically." While percentages are numerical amounts, Sense 9 is broader and more accurate for general statistics/quantities.

I choose Sense 9.


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

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last <t>year</t> but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "year" in the provided context.
The context is about political attitudes and economic growth in South American countries (Peru, Mexico, Brazil).

The specific instance of "year" is: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last <t>year</t> but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

Let's analyze the candidate senses:

1. **sense_key=year%1:28:01**: definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920.
   * This is the standard definition of a calendar year.
   * In the context, "last year" refers to the previous 365/366-day period relative to the time the survey was conducted. This fits perfectly.

2. **sense_key=year%1:28:02**: definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year.
   * This refers to specific periods like academic years or fiscal years. While possible, the context ("last year") suggests the general calendar year, not a specific institutional period.

3. **sense_key=year%1:28:00**: definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days.
   * This is astronomical. It is clearly irrelevant here.

4. **sense_key=year%1:14:00**: definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High.
   * This refers to a cohort of students. It is clearly irrelevant here.

The phrase "last year" in the context of statistics and time series data (comparing current figures to previous figures, like 2001) strongly indicates the standard calendar year (Sense 1).

Therefore, Sense 1 is the best fit.


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

[User]
Target lemma: increase
Target surface form: increase
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big <t>increase</t> on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=increase%1:23:00:: | definition=a quantity that is added | synonyms=addition, gain | examples=there was an addition to property taxes this year; they recorded the cattle's gain in weight over a period of weeks
2. sense_key=increase%1:11:00:: | definition=a change resulting in an increase | examples=the increase is scheduled for next month
3. sense_key=increase%1:22:00:: | definition=a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important | synonyms=increment, growth | examples=the increase in unemployment; the growth of population
4. sense_key=increase%1:07:00:: | definition=the amount by which something increases | synonyms=increment | examples=they proposed an increase of 15 percent in the fare
5. sense_key=increase%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of increasing something | synonyms=step-up | examples=he gave me an increase in salary

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "increase" in the provided context.
The context is: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big <t>increase</t> on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."

The target word "increase" is used here to describe the difference or change in the percentage of satisfied respondents, comparing the current figure (44%) to the figure in 2001 (25%).

Let's analyze the candidate senses:

1. **sense_key=increase%1:23:00::** | definition=a quantity that is added | synonyms=addition, gain | examples=there was an addition to property taxes this year; they recorded the cattle's gain in weight over a period of weeks. (Focuses on the resulting quantity/addition.)
2. **sense_key=increase%1:11:00::** | definition=a change resulting in an increase | examples=the increase is scheduled for next month. (Focuses on the event/change itself.)
3. **sense_key=increase%1:22:00::** | definition=a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important | synonyms=increment, growth | examples=the increase in unemployment; the growth of population. (Focuses on the dynamic process of growth/becoming larger.)
4. **sense_key=increase%1:07:00::** | definition=the amount by which something increases | synonyms=increment | examples=they proposed an increase of 15 percent in the fare. (Focuses on the magnitude/amount of the change.)
5. **sense_key=increase%1:04:00::** | definition=the act of increasing something | synonyms=step-up | examples=he gave me an increase in salary. (Focuses on the action/verbial sense, though used here as a noun.)

In the context: "...a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."
The word "increase" refers to the magnitude of the rise from 25% to 44%. It is the *amount* of the change.

Let's compare the best fits:
*   Sense 3 (process of becoming larger/growth): While the change is a result of growth, the phrasing "a big increase on the 25%" emphasizes the measurable difference (the amount).
*   Sense 4 (the amount by which something increases): This perfectly captures the meaning of a measurable difference or magnitude ("a big increase on the 25%").

Sense 4 is the most precise fit for describing the magnitude of the change in this specific sentence structure.

Therefore, sense_key=increase%1:07:00 is the best choice.


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

[User]
Target lemma: chart
Target surface form: chart
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (<t>chart</t> 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation (WSD) for the target word "chart" in the given context.
The context is about political attitudes, democracy, and economic growth in South America.
The specific instance is: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (<t>chart</t> 3)."

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

Analysis:
The sentence refers to a comparison of percentages (44% vs 25% in 2001) and mentions "(chart 3)". In the context of presenting statistical data (percentages, economic growth, support for democracy), a "chart" almost certainly refers to a graphical representation of that data.

Sense 1: "a visual display of information" (e.g., a bar chart, line graph). This fits perfectly with presenting statistical data like percentages over time.
Sense 2: "a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea." This is a nautical or aeronautical map and is irrelevant to the statistical discussion of democracy support.

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the correct interpretation.


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

[User]
Target lemma: confidence
Target surface form: confidence
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had <t>confidence</t> in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=confidence%1:09:00:: | definition=freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities | synonyms=assurance, self-assurance, self-confidence, authority, sureness | examples=his assurance in his superiority did not make him popular; after that failure he lost his confidence
2. sense_key=confidence%1:12:00:: | definition=a feeling of trust (in someone or something) | examples=I have confidence in our team; confidence is always borrowed, never owned
3. sense_key=confidence%1:26:02:: | definition=a state of confident hopefulness that events will be favorable | examples=public confidence in the economy
4. sense_key=confidence%1:26:03:: | definition=a trustful relationship | synonyms=trust | examples=he took me into his confidence; he betrayed their trust
5. sense_key=confidence%1:10:00:: | definition=a secret that is confided or entrusted to another | examples=everyone trusted him with their confidences; the priest could not reveal her confidences

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the target word and context:**
    *   Target word: "confidence"
    *   Context sentence: "Some 34% said they had <t>confidence</t> in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively)."
    *   Surrounding context: The passage discusses support for democracy, economic growth, and satisfaction with how the country's democracy works. The percentages refer to how people feel about political institutions (Congress, government).

2.  **Determine the meaning in context:**
    *   The people are expressing a feeling or belief regarding the competence, integrity, or future success of their government/Congress. This is a feeling of trust or belief in the system/institutions.

3.  **Evaluate the candidate senses:**

    *   **sense_key=confidence%1:09:00:** | definition=freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities | synonyms=assurance, self-assurance, self-confidence, authority, sureness | *Focuses heavily on self-belief (internal).* While confidence can be related to belief, the context is about belief *in* external entities (Congress, government).
    *   **sense_key=confidence%1:12:00:** | definition=a feeling of trust (in someone or something) | examples=I have confidence in our team; confidence is always borrowed, never owned | *This perfectly matches the context. The people have a feeling of trust/belief in their government.*
    *   **sense_key=confidence%1:26:02:** | definition=a state of confident hopefulness that events will be favorable | examples=public confidence in the economy | *This is close, as political trust often relates to hopefulness, but sense %1:12:00 (feeling of trust) is a more direct and general fit for "confidence in their country's Congress."*
    *   **sense_key=confidence%1:26:03:** | definition=a trustful relationship | synonyms=trust | *This refers to the relationship itself (e.g., a relationship between two people), not the feeling an individual holds toward an institution.*
    *   **sense_key=confidence%1:10:00:** | definition=a secret that is confided or entrusted to another | examples=everyone trusted him with their confidences; the priest could not reveal her confidences | *This is the noun meaning 'secret' (confidences), which is irrelevant here.*

4.  **Select the best fit:**
    *   Sense %1:12:00 ("a feeling of trust (in someone or something)") is the most accurate description of having "confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government."

5.  **Format the output:**
    *   The chosen sense index is 2 (corresponding to sense_key=confidence%1:12:00).


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

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: country
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their <t>country</t>'s Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
4. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the target word and context:**
    *   Target word: "country"
    *   Context sentence: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)."
    *   Surrounding context: The text discusses democracy support, economic growth, and political structures (Congress, government) in Latin American nations (Peru, Mexico, Brazil).

2.  **Determine the meaning of "country" in this context:**
    *   "their country's democracy" refers to the political system and governance of the specific nation where the respondents live. It refers to the sovereign political entity.

3.  **Evaluate the candidate senses:**

    *   **sense_key=country%1:14:00:** | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations.
        *   *Match:* This perfectly matches the concept of a sovereign political entity whose democracy is being evaluated.

    *   **sense_key=country%1:15:00:** | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries.
        *   *Match:* This is related (the territory of the nation), but sense 14:00 is more precise when discussing "democracy" and "government."

    *   **sense_key=country%1:14:01:** | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation.
        *   *Match:* Incorrect. The context refers to the *system* ("country's democracy"), not the *people*.

    *   **sense_key=country%1:15:01:** | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country.
        *   *Match:* Incorrect. This is the geographical/rural sense.

    *   **sense_key=country%1:15:02:** | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country.
        *   *Match:* Incorrect. This is a general regional sense, not the specific political entity being discussed.

4.  **Select the best sense:**
    *   Sense 14:00 ("a politically organized body of people under a single government") is the most accurate fit for "country's democracy" in a political/sociological context.

5.  **Format the output:** (The instruction requires returning the JSON object with the sense index, which is 14:00 in this case, but the prompt asks for the index number corresponding to the chosen sense. Since the provided list uses sequential numbering (1, 2, 3, 4, 5), I must map 14:00 to its position.)
    *   Sense 14:00 is the first candidate listed.
    *   Index: 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: congress
Target surface form: Congress
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's <t>Congress</t> and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=congress%1:14:01:: | definition=the legislature of the United States government | synonyms=United States Congress, U.S. Congress
2. sense_key=congress%1:14:00:: | definition=a meeting of elected or appointed representatives
3. sense_key=congress%1:14:02:: | definition=a national legislative assembly
4. sense_key=congress%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman; the man's penis is inserted into the woman's vagina and excited until orgasm and ejaculation occur | synonyms=sexual intercourse, intercourse, sex act, copulation, coitus, coition

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "Congress" in the given context.

Context: "Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's <t>Congress</t> and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively)."

Target lemma: congress
Target surface form: Congress

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=congress%1:14:01:: | definition=the legislature of the United States government | synonyms=United States Congress, U.S. Congress
2. sense_key=congress%1:14:00:: | definition=a meeting of elected or appointed representatives
3. sense_key=congress%1:14:02:: | definition=a national legislative assembly
4. sense_key=congress%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman; the man's penis is inserted into the woman's vagina and excited until orgasm and ejaculation occur | synonyms=sexual intercourse, intercourse, sex act, copulation, coitus, coition

Analysis:
1. The context discusses public confidence in "their country's Congress" and "their government."
2. "Government" and "Congress" are related political entities.
3. Sense 4 is clearly incorrect (sexual act).
4. Sense 1 is too specific (only the US legislature). The context refers to "their country's" Congress, implying a general or regional context (Latin America, Mexico, Brazil, Peru).
5. Sense 2 ("a meeting of elected or appointed representatives") is plausible, but often refers to a specific session or gathering.
6. Sense 3 ("a national legislative assembly") refers to the permanent body that makes laws (like a parliament or congress). This fits perfectly with the concept of a national political institution that citizens would have confidence in, alongside the "government."

Comparing Sense 2 and Sense 3:
Sense 3, "a national legislative assembly," is the standard term for the institution (the body) that functions as the legislature of a country, which is what is typically referred to when discussing public confidence in a country's political structure. Sense 2 is broader and could refer to a temporary gathering.

Therefore, Sense 3 is the best fit.


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

[User]
Target lemma: government
Target surface form: government
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their <t>government</t>, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=government%1:14:00:: | definition=the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit | synonyms=authorities, regime | examples=the government reduced taxes; the matter was referred to higher authorities
2. sense_key=government%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of governing; exercising authority | synonyms=governing, governance, government activity, administration | examples=regulations for the governing of state prisons; he had considerable experience of government
3. sense_key=government%1:09:00:: | definition=(government) the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed | examples=tyrannical government
4. sense_key=government%1:09:01:: | definition=the study of government of states and other political units | synonyms=politics, political science

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "government" based on the provided context.

Context snippet: "Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their <t>government</t>, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively)."

Target word: government

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=government%1:14:00:: | definition=the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit | synonyms=authorities, regime | examples=the government reduced taxes; the matter was referred to higher authorities
2. sense_key=government%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of governing; exercising authority | synonyms=governing, governance, government activity, administration | examples=regulations for the governing of state prisons; he had considerable experience of government
3. sense_key=government%1:09:00:: | definition=(government) the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed | examples=tyrannical government
4. sense_key=government%1:09:01:: | definition=the study of government of states and other political units | synonyms=politics, political science

Analysis:
The context discusses public confidence in political institutions: "Congress" and "government".
The phrase "confidence in their country's government" refers to the entity or body that holds power and governs the country.

Let's evaluate the senses:
1. **sense_key=government%1:14:00**: "the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit". This fits well. The government is the specific body/organization (like Congress) that people have confidence in.
2. **sense_key=government%1:04:00**: "the act of governing; exercising authority". This refers to the *process* or *activity*, not the institution itself. While related, the context refers to the institution (like Congress).
3. **sense_key=government%1:09:00**: "the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed". This refers to the *structure* or *type* of rule (e.g., democratic government, totalitarian government). While the government *is* the system, when people express confidence in "their government," they usually mean the current governing body/administration (Sense 1), rather than the abstract system itself (Sense 3). However, Sense 3 is also a strong candidate for political entities.
4. **sense_key=government%1:09:01**: "the study of government...". This is clearly incorrect (political science).

Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 3:
Sense 1 focuses on the *organization* (the people/institutions in power).
Sense 3 focuses on the *system* (the structure of rule).

In the phrase "confidence in their country's government," the government is functioning as the governing authority/organization. Sense 1 ("the organization that is the governing authority") is the most precise fit for the entity being evaluated for confidence, especially when contrasted with "Congress" (another specific governing body).

Let's re-examine the provided solution structure. The user provided a target index of 3 in the prompt's example structure, but I must choose the best fit based on my analysis.

If I strictly follow the definition and context:
Context: Confidence in the governing body.
Sense 1: The organization that is the governing authority. (Best fit)
Sense 3: The system or form by which a community... is governed. (Plausible, but less specific than Sense 1 in this context of institutional confidence).

I will select Sense 1 as the best fit.

Wait, the user provided a specific instruction format: "Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}." This implies I must map my chosen sense to the index number (1, 2, 3, or 4).

My choice is Sense 1.
Index for Sense 1 is 1.

Let me double-check if there is any reason to prefer Sense 3. Sometimes, in political discourse, "government" is used interchangeably for the system (Sense 3) and the administration (Sense 1). However, since the context is about confidence in *how* it works ("how their country's democracy works in practice" is mentioned earlier, and they are comparing confidence in Congress vs. government), Sense 1 (the organization/authority) is the most direct interpretation of the object of confidence.

I stick with Sense 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last <t>year</t> in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "year" in the provided context.

Context snippet: "Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last <t>year</t> in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively)."

Target word: "year" (specifically "last year").

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

Analysis:
The phrase is "last year". This refers to the previous calendar period (the previous 365/366 day cycle).

1. sense_key=year%1:28:01: This definition ("a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days") perfectly matches the common usage of "year" when referring to a specific calendar period (like "last year").
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02: This refers to specific periods within a year (like "school year"). This is not the case here.
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00: This refers to astronomical years (orbital periods). This is irrelevant to the context of political polling data.
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00: This refers to a cohort of students. This is irrelevant to the context.

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the best fit.


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

[User]
Target lemma: case
Target surface form: cases
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both <t>cases</t> but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=case%1:11:00:: | definition=an occurrence of something | synonyms=instance, example | examples=it was a case of bad judgment; another instance occurred yesterday
2. sense_key=case%1:26:00:: | definition=a special set of circumstances | synonyms=event | examples=in that event, the first possibility is excluded; it may rain in which case the picnic will be canceled
3. sense_key=case%1:04:00:: | definition=a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy | synonyms=lawsuit, suit, cause, causa | examples=the family brought suit against the landlord
4. sense_key=case%1:09:00:: | definition=the actual state of things | examples=that was not the case
5. sense_key=case%1:06:00:: | definition=a portable container for carrying several objects | examples=the musicians left their instrument cases backstage
6. sense_key=case%1:18:03:: | definition=a person requiring professional services | examples=a typical case was the suburban housewife described by a marriage counselor
7. sense_key=case%1:18:02:: | definition=a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation | synonyms=subject, guinea pig | examples=the subjects for this investigation were selected randomly; the cases that we studied were drawn from two different communities
8. sense_key=case%1:10:02:: | definition=a problem requiring investigation | examples=Perry Mason solved the case of the missing heir
9. sense_key=case%1:10:01:: | definition=a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument | examples=he stated his case clearly
10. sense_key=case%1:23:00:: | definition=the quantity contained in a case | synonyms=caseful
11. sense_key=case%1:10:00:: | definition=nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence | synonyms=grammatical case
12. sense_key=case%1:26:02:: | definition=a specific state of mind that is temporary | examples=a case of the jitters
13. sense_key=case%1:18:04:: | definition=a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) | synonyms=character, eccentric, type | examples=a real character; a strange character
14. sense_key=case%1:10:03:: | definition=a specific size and style of type within a type family | synonyms=font, fount, typeface, face
15. sense_key=case%1:08:00:: | definition=an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part | synonyms=sheath
16. sense_key=case%1:06:06:: | definition=the housing or outer covering of something | synonyms=shell, casing | examples=the clock has a walnut case
17. sense_key=case%1:06:07:: | definition=the enclosing frame around a door or window opening | synonyms=casing | examples=the casings had rotted away and had to be replaced
18. sense_key=case%1:06:03:: | definition=(printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers | synonyms=compositor's case, typesetter's case | examples=for English, a compositor will ordinarily have two such cases, the upper case containing the capitals and the lower case containing the small letters
19. sense_key=case%1:06:02:: | definition=bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow | synonyms=pillowcase, slip, pillow slip | examples=the burglar carried his loot in a pillowcase
20. sense_key=case%1:06:01:: | definition=a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home | synonyms=display case, showcase, vitrine

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "cases" (plural of "case") based on the provided context.

Context snippet: "Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both <t>cases</t> but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively)."

The word "cases" refers to "Congress" and "government" in this context. These are institutions or political bodies.

Let's analyze the candidate senses:

1. case%1:11:00: an occurrence of something (instance, example). (Doesn't fit political institutions.)
2. case%1:26:00: a special set of circumstances (event). (Doesn't fit political institutions.)
3. case%1:04:00: a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law (lawsuit, suit, cause, causa). (Relates to legal proceedings, not general political bodies like Congress/government.)
4. case%1:09:00: the actual state of things. (Too abstract, doesn't refer to specific institutions.)
5. case%1:06:00: a portable container for carrying several objects. (Physical container.)
6. case%1:18:03: a person requiring professional services. (A person.)
7. case%1:18:02: a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures (subject). (A person.)
8. case%1:10:02: a problem requiring investigation. (A problem.)
9. case%1:10:01: a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument. (Argument structure.)
10. case%1:23:00: the quantity contained in a case. (Quantity.)
11. case%1:10:00: nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence (grammatical case). (Grammar.)
12. case%1:26:02: a specific state of mind that is temporary. (State of mind.)
13. case%1:18:04: a person of a specified kind (character, type). (A person/type.)
14. case%1:10:03: a specific size and style of type within a type family (font). (Typography.)
15. case%1:08:00: an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part (sheath). (Biological covering.)
16. case%1:06:06: the housing or outer covering of something (shell, casing). (Physical covering.)
17. case%1:06:07: the enclosing frame around a door or window opening (casing). (Architectural frame.)
18. case%1:06:03: (printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type. (Printing tool.)
19. case%1:06:02: bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow (pillowcase). (Linen.)
20. case%1:06:01: a glass container used to store and display items. (Display container.)

Wait, none of the provided senses explicitly cover "political institution" or "instance/example" in a general sense that would encompass "Congress" and "government" as examples of types of cases.

Let's re-examine the context: "...the same as last year in both cases..."
Here, "cases" functions as a placeholder referring back to the two preceding items: "their country's Congress and 45% in their government". It means "in both instances/areas (Congress and government)".

This usage aligns best with the general meaning of "instance" or "example."

Sense 1: case%1:11:00:: | definition=an occurrence of something | synonyms=instance, example | examples=it was a case of bad judgment; another instance occurred yesterday.

This sense, "an occurrence of something" or "instance/example," perfectly matches the function of "cases" here, referring to the two specific areas (Congress and government) mentioned immediately before.

Therefore, sense_key=case%1:11:00 is the best fit.


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

[User]
Target lemma: decade
Target surface form: decade
Context:
For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A <t>decade</t> ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery.

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

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation for the target word "decade" based on the provided context.

Context: "A <t>decade</t> ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy."

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

Analysis:
The phrase is "A decade ago". This phrase refers to a point in time, specifically 10 years prior to the present.
Sense 1 defines "a period of 10 years". This fits the temporal meaning of "a decade ago".
Sense 2 defines "the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system" (i.e., the number 10). While "decade" is related to 10, in the phrase "a decade ago," it functions as a unit of time, not just the number itself.

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the correct interpretation.


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

[User]
Target lemma: woe
Target surface form: woes
Context:
For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic <t>woes</t> in Latin America undermined support for democracy. That it has held up during the world financial crisis is probably because many Latin American countries suffered only a brief recession and have enjoyed a strong recovery.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=woe%1:26:00:: | definition=misery resulting from affliction | synonyms=suffering
2. sense_key=woe%1:12:00:: | definition=intense mournfulness | synonyms=woefulness

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

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

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

reasoning_content:
The user wants me to perform Word Sense Disambiguation (WSD) for the word "woes" (plural of "woe") in the given context.
The target lemma is "woe".
The context sentence is: "A decade ago economic <t>woes</t> in Latin America undermined support for democracy."

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=woe%1:26:00:: | definition=misery resulting from affliction | synonyms=suffering
2. sense_key=woe%1:12:00:: | definition=intense mournfulness | synonyms=woefulness

Analysis of the context:
The phrase is "economic woes".
"Woes" here refers to problems or difficulties related to the economy.
The context discusses economic growth, recovery, drops in output, and financial crises in Latin America.
"Economic woes" is a common collocation meaning economic difficulties or hardships.

Evaluation of senses:
1. sense_key=woe%1:26:00:: | definition=misery resulting from affliction | synonyms=suffering. This sense relates to suffering and affliction, which aligns perfectly with economic difficulties (misery resulting from economic affliction).
2. sense_key=woe%1:12:00:: | definition=intense mournfulness | synonyms=woefulness. This sense relates to emotional sadness or grief (mournfulness). This does not fit the context of "economic woes."

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the correct fit.

The required output format is a JSON object with the sense index. Since the candidates are numbered 1 and 2, I must choose the index corresponding to Sense 1.