[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: republican
Target surface form: Republicans
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor <t>Republicans</t> more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=republican%1:18:01:: | definition=a member of the Republican Party
2. sense_key=republican%1:18:00:: | definition=an advocate of a republic (usually in opposition to a monarchy)
3. sense_key=republican%1:17:00:: | definition=a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas | synonyms=Republican River

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 word "Republicans" (plural of "republican") based on the provided context.

Context: "As we know, voters tend to favor <t>Republicans</t> more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

Target word: Republicans

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=republican%1:18:01:: | definition=a member of the Republican Party
2. sense_key=republican%1:18:00:: | definition=an advocate of a republic (usually in opposition to a monarchy)
3. sense_key=republican%1:17:00:: | definition=a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas | synonyms=Republican River

Analysis:
1. **Contextual clues:** The text discusses political elections, congressional districts, presidential candidates, the GOP (Grand Old Party, which is the Republican Party), and voting patterns.
2. **Sense 1:** "a member of the Republican Party." This aligns perfectly with the political context (voters favoring a specific political party's members/candidates).
3. **Sense 2:** "an advocate of a republic." While related to the origin of the term, the context is specifically about modern political parties and voting behavior, not philosophical advocacy for republicanism vs. monarchy.
4. **Sense 3:** "a tributary of the Kansas River." This is a geographical sense and is completely irrelevant to the text.

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the best fit.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

[User]
Target lemma: race
Target surface form: races
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in <t>races</t> for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=race%1:11:01:: | definition=any competition | examples=the race for the presidency
2. sense_key=race%1:11:00:: | definition=a contest of speed | examples=the race is to the swift
3. sense_key=race%1:14:00:: | definition=people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock | examples=some biologists doubt that there are important genetic differences between races of human beings
4. sense_key=race%1:14:01:: | definition=(biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species | synonyms=subspecies
5. sense_key=race%1:19:00:: | definition=the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller | synonyms=slipstream, airstream, backwash, wash
6. sense_key=race%1:06:00:: | definition=a canal for a current of water | synonyms=raceway

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 "races" (plural of "race") based on the provided context.

Context: "As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in <t>races</t> for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

The word "races" is used in the phrase "races for president."

Let's analyze the candidate senses:

1. **sense_key=race%1:11:01:: | definition=any competition | examples=the race for the presidency**
   * This sense refers to a competition or contest.
   * The context mentions "races for president," which clearly refers to the electoral contests or elections for the presidency. This aligns perfectly with the definition and example.

2. **sense_key=race%1:11:00:: | definition=a contest of speed | examples=the race is to the swift**
   * This refers to a physical race (running, etc.).
   * The context is political/electoral, not about speed.

3. **sense_key=race%1:14:00:: | definition=people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock | examples=some biologists doubt that there are important genetic differences between races of human beings**
   * This refers to ethnic or racial groups of people.
   * The context is about political elections, not human genetics or ethnicity.

4. **sense_key=race%1:14:01:: | definition=(biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species | synonyms=subspecies**
   * This is a biological classification term.
   * The context is political.

5. **sense_key=race%1:19:00:: | definition=the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller | synonyms=slipstream, airstream, backwash, wash**
   * This is an aviation term.
   * The context is political.

6. **sense_key=race%1:06:00:: | definition=a canal for a current of water | synonyms=raceway**
   * This is a geographical/engineering term.
   * The context is political.

Conclusion: Sense 1, defined as "any competition" and exemplified by "the race for the presidency," is the only appropriate sense for "races for president" in this political context.

currency: USD

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[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: president
Target surface form: president
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for <t>president</t> than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=president%1:18:01:: | definition=an executive officer of a firm or corporation
2. sense_key=president%1:18:04:: | definition=the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government | synonyms=President of the United States, United States President, Chief Executive | examples=the President likes to jog every morning
3. sense_key=president%1:18:00:: | definition=the chief executive of a republic
4. sense_key=president%1:18:03:: | definition=the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | synonyms=chairman, chairwoman, chair, chairperson | examples=address your remarks to the chairperson
5. sense_key=president%1:18:02:: | definition=the head administrative officer of a college or university | synonyms=prexy
6. sense_key=president%1:04:04:: | definition=the office of the United States head of state | synonyms=President of the United States, Chief Executive | examples=a President is elected every four years

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 lemma: `president`
    *   Target surface form: `president`
    *   Context snippet: "...As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for <t>president</t> than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

2.  **Determine the meaning of the target word in context:**
    *   The context discusses "races for president," "presidential election," "White House," "head of state," and "major party popular vote for president."
    *   The word `president` here refers to the highest executive office in the United States government.

3.  **Evaluate the candidate senses:**

    *   **sense_key=president%1:18:01:** | definition=an executive officer of a firm or corporation. (Refers to a corporate president/CEO). *Mismatch.*
    *   **sense_key=president%1:18:04:** | definition=the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government | synonyms=President of the United States, United States President, Chief Executive | examples=the President likes to jog every morning. (Matches the political/US head of state meaning). *Strong match.*
    *   **sense_key=president%1:18:00:** | definition=the chief executive of a republic. (A general political definition). *Plausible, but less specific than 18:04.*
    *   **sense_key=president%1:18:03:** | definition=the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | synonyms=chairman, chairwoman, chair, chairperson | examples=address your remarks to the chairperson. (Refers to a meeting chair/moderator). *Mismatch.*
    *   **sense_key=president%1:18:02:** | definition=the head administrative officer of a college or university | synonyms=prexy. (Refers to a university president). *Mismatch.*
    *   **sense_key=president%1:04:04:** | definition=the office of the United States head of state | synonyms=President of the United States, Chief Executive | examples=a President is elected every four years. (Refers to the *office*). *Very close, but 18:04 refers to the *person* holding the office, which is what "races for president" implies.*

4.  **Compare the best candidates (18:04 vs 18:00 vs 04:04):**
    *   The context uses "races for president" and discusses the election of the individual.
    *   Sense 18:04: "the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government." This perfectly captures the meaning of the individual being elected in a presidential race.
    *   Sense 18:00: "the chief executive of a republic." This is too broad.
    *   Sense 04:04: "the office of the United States head of state." While related, the context is about the *candidate* and the *race*, making the person (18:04) the better fit than the abstract office (04:04).

5.  **Conclusion:** Sense 18:04 is the most precise fit for 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: presidential
Target surface form: presidential
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every <t>presidential</t> election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=presidential%3:01:00:: | definition=relating to a president or presidency | examples=presidential aides; presidential veto
2. sense_key=presidential%3:00:00:: | definition=befitting a president | examples=criticized the candidate for not looking presidential

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 "presidential" based on the provided context.

Target word: presidential
Context: "In every <t>presidential</t> election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=presidential%3:01:00:: | definition=relating to a president or presidency | examples=presidential aides; presidential veto
2. sense_key=presidential%3:00:00:: | definition=befitting a president | examples=criticized the candidate for not looking presidential

Analysis:
The word "presidential" modifies "election" ("presidential election"). The context discusses elections, the presidency, the White House, and candidates for president.

Sense 1: "relating to a president or presidency". This fits perfectly. A "presidential election" is an election relating to the presidency.
Sense 2: "befitting a president". This relates to demeanor or quality (e.g., "a presidential manner"). This does not fit the context of an "election."

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: election
Target surface form: election
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential <t>election</t> over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=election%1:04:01:: | definition=a vote to select the winner of a position or political office | examples=the results of the election will be announced tonight
2. sense_key=election%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of selecting someone or something; the exercise of deliberate choice | examples=her election of medicine as a profession
3. sense_key=election%1:26:00:: | definition=the status or fact of being elected | examples=they celebrated his election
4. sense_key=election%1:09:00:: | definition=the predestination of some individuals as objects of divine mercy (especially as conceived by Calvinists)

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 "election" in the provided context.

Context: "In every presidential <t>election</t> over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

Target word: election

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=election%1:04:01:: | definition=a vote to select the winner of a position or political office | examples=the results of the election will be announced tonight
2. sense_key=election%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of selecting someone or something; the exercise of deliberate choice | examples=her election of medicine as a profession
3. sense_key=election%1:26:00:: | definition=the status or fact of being elected | examples=they celebrated his election
4. sense_key=election%1:09:00:: | definition=the predestination of some individuals as objects of divine mercy (especially as conceived by Calvinists)

Analysis:
The context discusses "presidential election," "popular vote for president," "congressional seats," and "popular vote for Congress." This clearly refers to the political process of choosing leaders.

Let's evaluate the senses:
1. **sense_key=election%1:04:01**: "a vote to select the winner of a position or political office." This perfectly matches the context of presidential and congressional races and popular votes.
2. **sense_key=election%1:04:00**: "the act of selecting someone or something; the exercise of deliberate choice." While related, this is a general definition of choice, not specifically the formal political event described.
3. **sense_key=election%1:26:00**: "the status or fact of being elected." This refers to the *result* (being elected), not the *event* (the election itself). The context refers to the event ("In every presidential election...").
4. **sense_key=election%1:09:00**: "the predestination of some individuals as objects of divine mercy." This is theological and irrelevant.

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the best fit, as it defines the political event of voting to select officeholders, which is exactly what the sentence describes.

Wait, the instructions require me to return the JSON object using the index corresponding to the *chosen* sense.

Chosen sense: sense_key=election%1:04:01
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: past
Target surface form: past
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the <t>past</t> half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=past%3:00:00:: | definition=earlier than the present time; no longer current | examples=time past; his youth is past
2. sense_key=past%5:00:00:outgoing:00 | definition=of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office | synonyms=preceding, retiring | examples=a retiring member of the board

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 "past" in the given context.

Context: "In every presidential election over the <t>past</t> half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

Target word: past

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=past%3:00:00:: | definition=earlier than the present time; no longer current | examples=time past; his youth is past
2. sense_key=past%5:00:00:outgoing:00 | definition=of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office | synonyms=preceding, retiring | examples=a retiring member of the board

Analysis:
The phrase is "over the past half century".
"Half century" refers to a period of time (50 years).
"Past" here modifies this time period, indicating a duration leading up to the present moment.

Sense 1 definition: "earlier than the present time; no longer current". This aligns perfectly with describing a period of time that has already occurred (the last 50 years).
Sense 1 examples: "time past", "his youth is past".

Sense 2 definition: "of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office". This relates to people (e.g., a past president, a retiring member). This is clearly irrelevant to the context of "past half century".

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the correct 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: presidential
Target surface form: presidential
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater <t>presidential</t> candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=presidential%3:01:00:: | definition=relating to a president or presidency | examples=presidential aides; presidential veto
2. sense_key=presidential%3:00:00:: | definition=befitting a president | examples=criticized the candidate for not looking presidential

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 target word "presidential" based on the provided context.

Target word: presidential
Context snippet: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater <t>presidential</t> candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=presidential%3:01:00:: | definition=relating to a president or presidency | examples=presidential aides; presidential veto
2. sense_key=presidential%3:00:00:: | definition=befitting a president | examples=criticized the candidate for not looking presidential

Analysis of the context:
The word "presidential" modifies "candidacy" (Goldwater presidential candidacy).
The surrounding text discusses "presidential election," "popular vote for president," and "congressional seats."
The context is entirely about elections and the office of the President.

Evaluation of senses:
1. sense_key=presidential%3:01:00: "relating to a president or presidency". This fits perfectly. A "presidential candidacy" is a candidacy for the office of president.
2. sense_key=presidential%3:00:00: "befitting a president". This sense relates to demeanor or quality (e.g., "a presidential manner"). This does not fit the context of a "presidential candidacy."

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: percentage
Target surface form: percentage
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater <t>percentage</t> of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=percentage%1:24:00:: | definition=a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred) | synonyms=percent, per centum, pct
2. sense_key=percentage%1:21:00:: | definition=assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group | synonyms=share, portion, part | examples=he wanted his share in cash

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 "percentage" based on the provided context and candidate senses.

Context:
"In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater <t>percentage</t> of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite."

Target word: percentage

Candidate Senses:
1. sense_key=percentage%1:24:00:: | definition=a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred) | synonyms=percent, per centum, pct
2. sense_key=percentage%1:21:00:: | definition=assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group | synonyms=share, portion, part | examples=he wanted his share in cash

Analysis:
The context discusses political elections, specifically comparing the GOP's capture of "major-party popular vote for president" versus "congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress." The word "percentage" here quantifies the proportion of votes or seats captured.

Sense 1 definition: "a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred)". This perfectly matches the usage in the context (e.g., "a greater percentage of the major-party popular vote").
Sense 2 definition: "assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group". This relates to ownership or financial shares, which is irrelevant to the political voting context.

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the correct 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: major
Target surface form: major
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the <t>major</t> - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=major%3:00:06:: | definition=of greater importance or stature or rank | examples=a major artist; a major role
2. sense_key=major%3:00:02:: | definition=greater in scope or effect | examples=a major contribution; a major improvement
3. sense_key=major%3:00:01:: | definition=greater in number or size or amount | examples=a major portion (a majority) of the population; Ursa Major
4. sense_key=major%3:00:05:: | definition=of the field of academic study in which one concentrates or specializes | examples=his major field was mathematics
5. sense_key=major%3:00:04:: | definition=of a scale or mode | examples=major scales; the key of D major
6. sense_key=major%3:00:07:: | definition=of greater seriousness or danger | examples=a major earthquake; a major hurricane
7. sense_key=major%3:00:03:: | definition=of full legal age
8. sense_key=major%5:00:00:senior:00 | definition=of the elder of two boys with the same family name | examples=Jones major

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 "major" in the given context.

Context: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the <t>major</t> - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

Target word: major
Collocation: major-party

Analysis of the context:
The sentence discusses voting patterns in presidential elections. It compares the percentage of the "major-party popular vote for president" captured by the GOP to the percentage captured in congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress.

The phrase "major-party popular vote" refers to the vote cast for the leading political party (or the candidates associated with it) in the presidential election.

Let's examine the candidate senses:

1. sense_key=major%3:00:06:: | definition=of greater importance or stature or rank | examples=a major artist; a major role
2. sense_key=major%3:00:02:: | definition=greater in scope or effect | examples=a major contribution; a major improvement
3. sense_key=major%3:00:01:: | definition=greater in number or size or amount | examples=a major portion (a majority) of the population; Ursa Major
4. sense_key=major%3:00:05:: | definition=of the field of academic study in which one concentrates or specializes | examples=his major field was mathematics
5. sense_key=major%3:00:04:: | definition=of a scale or mode | examples=major scales; the key of D major
6. sense_key=major%3:00:07:: | definition=of greater seriousness or danger | examples=a major earthquake; a major hurricane
7. sense_key=major%3:00:03:: | definition=of full legal age
8. sense_key=major%5:00:00:senior:00 | definition=of the elder of two boys with the same family name | examples=Jones major

The term "major-party" in a political context refers to the dominant or leading political party (e.g., Republican or Democratic). This aligns best with the concept of being of "greater importance or stature or rank" (Sense 1), or perhaps being the largest/most significant (Sense 3).

Let's compare Sense 1 and Sense 3.

Sense 1: "of greater importance or stature or rank" (e.g., a major role). In politics, the "major party" is the party of greatest stature/importance.
Sense 3: "greater in number or size or amount" (e.g., a major portion). This could also apply, as the major party is often the largest party by voter base or seats.

However, when classifying political parties, "major" usually denotes prominence, influence, or status (stature/rank), rather than just sheer numerical size, although the two often overlap.

If I look at the definition of Sense 1: "of greater importance or stature or rank." This perfectly captures the meaning of a "major party" in political discourse (i.e., the dominant, most significant party).

If I look at Sense 3: "greater in number or size or amount." While the major party is often the largest, Sense 1 is a more precise fit for the conceptual meaning of "major" when applied to political entities like parties.

Therefore, Sense 1 is the best fit.

Sense 1: definition=of greater importance or stature or rank.


[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: party
Target surface form: party
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - <t>party</t> popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=party%1:14:01:: | definition=an organization to gain political power | synonyms=political party | examples=in 1992 Perot tried to organize a third party at the national level
2. sense_key=party%1:14:00:: | definition=a group of people gathered together for pleasure | examples=she joined the party after dinner
3. sense_key=party%1:14:02:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=company | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
4. sense_key=party%1:11:00:: | definition=an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment | examples=he planned a party to celebrate Bastille Day
5. sense_key=party%1:18:00:: | definition=a person involved in legal proceedings | examples=the party of the first part

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 "party" in the given context.

Context: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - <t>party</t> popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

Target word: party

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=party%1:14:01:: | definition=an organization to gain political power | synonyms=political party | examples=in 1992 Perot tried to organize a third party at the national level
2. sense_key=party%1:14:00:: | definition=a group of people gathered together for pleasure | examples=she joined the party after dinner
3. sense_key=party%1:14:02:: | definition=a band of people associated temporarily in some activity | synonyms=company | examples=they organized a party to search for food; the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
4. sense_key=party%1:11:00:: | definition=an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment | examples=he planned a party to celebrate Bastille Day
5. sense_key=party%1:18:00:: | definition=a person involved in legal proceedings | examples=the party of the first part

Analysis:
The context discusses "presidential election," "GOP" (Grand Old Party, a political entity), "popular vote," "congressional seats," and "political" themes (e.g., "ticket splitting," "political party" mentioned earlier in the passage).
The phrase is "major -party popular vote." This clearly refers to the major political organizations competing in the election.

Comparing with senses:
1. sense_key=party%1:14:01: Definition is "an organization to gain political power." Synonyms include "political party." This matches the context perfectly (GOP, elections, popular vote).
2. sense_key=party%1:14:00: Refers to a social gathering for pleasure. Incorrect.
3. sense_key=party%1:14:02: Refers to a temporary group/company. Incorrect.
4. sense_key=party%1:11:00: Refers to a social occasion/event. Incorrect.
5. sense_key=party%1:18:00: Refers to a legal participant. Incorrect.

The best sense is sense 1.


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

[User]
Target lemma: popular
Target surface form: popular
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party <t>popular</t> vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=popular%3:00:00:: | definition=regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public | examples=a popular tourist attraction; a popular girl
2. sense_key=popular%5:00:00:democratic:00 | definition=carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large | examples=the popular vote; popular representation
3. sense_key=popular%5:00:01:common:01 | definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | synonyms=democratic | examples=democratic art forms; a democratic or popular movement
4. sense_key=popular%5:00:00:nonclassical:00 | definition=(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) | synonyms=pop

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: "popular"
    *   Context sentence: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party <t>popular</t> vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."
    *   Surrounding text discusses voting patterns, presidential elections, congressional seats, and the "popular vote."

2.  **Analyze the candidate senses:**

    *   **Sense 1 (popular%3:00:00):** "regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public." (e.g., a popular tourist attraction; a popular girl).
        *   *Fit check:* While voting is related to favor, the phrase "popular vote" here refers to the *total count* of votes cast for a party, not necessarily the *degree of affection* for the party.

    *   **Sense 2 (popular%5:00:00:democratic:00):** "carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large." (e.g., the popular vote; popular representation).
        *   *Fit check:* This sense explicitly includes the example "the popular vote." The context is discussing the "popular vote for president" and "the popular vote for Congress." This is a very strong match.

    *   **Sense 3 (popular%5:00:01:common:01):** "representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large." (Synonyms: democratic). (e.g., democratic art forms; a democratic or popular movement).
        *   *Fit check:* This sense is closely related to Sense 2, focusing on appeal to the masses. It also includes the concept of "popular movement." However, Sense 2 is a more direct fit for the specific phrase "popular vote," which is a technical term in elections referring to the aggregate count of votes cast by the populace.

    *   **Sense 4 (popular%5:00:00:nonclassical:00):** "(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)." (Synonyms: pop).
        *   *Fit check:* Irrelevant. The context is politics and elections.

3.  **Compare the best candidates (Sense 2 vs. Sense 3):**
    *   The phrase is "major-party popular vote."
    *   Sense 2 definition: "carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large." Example: "the popular vote."
    *   Sense 3 definition: "representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large." Example: "a democratic or popular movement."
    *   In the context of elections, "popular vote" refers to the total number of votes cast by the general populace, which aligns perfectly with the definition and example provided in Sense 2. While Sense 3 captures the *idea* of appealing to the people, Sense 2 captures the *mechanism* (the vote itself) as used in political science.

4.  **Conclusion:** Sense 2 is the most precise fit for "popular vote" in an electoral 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: vote
Target surface form: vote
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular <t>vote</t> for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=vote%1:04:00:: | definition=a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative | synonyms=ballot, voting, balloting | examples=there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion; they allowed just one vote per person
2. sense_key=vote%1:04:01:: | definition=the opinion of a group as determined by voting | examples=they put the question to a vote
3. sense_key=vote%1:07:00:: | definition=a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment | synonyms=right to vote, suffrage | examples=American women got the vote in 1920
4. sense_key=vote%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of voters who have the same interests | examples=he failed to get the Black vote
5. sense_key=vote%1:09:00:: | definition=the total number of voters who participated | synonyms=voter turnout | examples=they are expecting a large vote

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: "vote"
    *   Context sentence: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular <t>vote</t> for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."
    *   Surrounding context: The passage discusses political trends, "ticket splitting," congressional districts, presidential candidates, and popular support/elections.

2.  **Analyze the candidate senses:**

    *   **sense_key=vote%1:04:00:** Definition: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative." Synonyms: ballot, voting, balloting. Examples: "there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion."
        *   *Relevance:* This relates to the *act* or *result* of counting choices/ballots. The context mentions "popular vote," which aligns with counting choices.

    *   **sense_key=vote%1:04:01:** Definition: "the opinion of a group as determined by voting." Examples: "they put the question to a vote."
        *   *Relevance:* This is more about the *process* of determining opinion (e.g., "put it to a vote"), rather than the quantified result of a large-scale election.

    *   **sense_key=vote%1:07:00:** Definition: "a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment." Synonyms: right to vote, suffrage. Examples: "American women got the vote in 1920."
        *   *Relevance:* This refers to the *right* to participate, not the aggregated result of the election ("popular vote").

    *   **sense_key=vote%1:14:00:** Definition: "a body of voters who have the same interests." Examples: "he failed to get the Black vote."
        *   *Relevance:* This refers to a *group* of voters (e.g., "the Latino vote"), not the overall electoral count.

    *   **sense_key=vote%1:09:00:** Definition: "the total number of voters who participated." Synonyms: voter turnout. Examples: "they are expecting a large vote."
        *   *Relevance:* This refers to *turnout* (how many people showed up). The context uses "popular vote," which is the *total count of choices* made, not just the number of participants.

3.  **Compare and select the best fit:**
    *   The phrase is "popular vote." This refers to the aggregate result of the election—the total number of choices cast for a specific candidate or party.
    *   Sense 1 (04:00) defines the vote as "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative." This perfectly matches the concept of a "popular vote" in an election context.
    *   Sense 5 (09:00) is "voter turnout" (number of participants), which is distinct from the total count of choices (popular vote).
    *   Sense 3 (07:00) is the legal right.
    *   Sense 1 is the most accurate description of the quantified electoral result mentioned in the text.

4.  **Final check:** The sentence discusses the GOP capturing a "greater percentage of the major - party popular vote." This is a measure of electoral success based on the count of choices, aligning 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: president
Target surface form: president
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for <t>president</t> than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=president%1:18:01:: | definition=an executive officer of a firm or corporation
2. sense_key=president%1:18:04:: | definition=the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government | synonyms=President of the United States, United States President, Chief Executive | examples=the President likes to jog every morning
3. sense_key=president%1:18:00:: | definition=the chief executive of a republic
4. sense_key=president%1:18:03:: | definition=the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization | synonyms=chairman, chairwoman, chair, chairperson | examples=address your remarks to the chairperson
5. sense_key=president%1:18:02:: | definition=the head administrative officer of a college or university | synonyms=prexy
6. sense_key=president%1:04:04:: | definition=the office of the United States head of state | synonyms=President of the United States, Chief Executive | examples=a President is elected every four years

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 "president" in the given context.

Context: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for <t>president</t> than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress."

The target word is "president".

Let's analyze the context:
1. The context discusses "presidential election" and "Goldwater presidential candidacy".
2. It compares the vote share for "president" to the vote share for "congressional seats" and "popular vote for Congress".
3. This clearly refers to the head of the executive branch of the US government, specifically in the context of US elections.

Now let's evaluate the candidate senses:

1. `sense_key=president%1:18:01`: "an executive officer of a firm or corporation". (Incorrect - corporate context)
2. `sense_key=president%1:18:04`: "the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government". (Highly relevant - US head of state)
3. `sense_key=president%1:18:00`: "the chief executive of a republic". (Relevant, but potentially too general compared to the specific US context)
4. `sense_key=president%1:18:03`: "the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization". (Incorrect - meeting chair)
5. `sense_key=president%1:18:02`: "the head administrative officer of a college or university". (Incorrect - academic context)
6. `sense_key=president%1:04:04`: "the office of the United States head of state". (Relevant - the office itself, not necessarily the person, but closely related to the election context).

Comparing the best candidates (2, 3, 6):

*   Sense 2 (`president%1:18:04`): "the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government". This is the most precise fit, as the context is explicitly about US presidential elections and candidates (Goldwater).
*   Sense 3 (`president%1:18:00`): "the chief executive of a republic". While the US is a republic, Sense 2 is much more specific to the US context provided.
*   Sense 6 (`president%1:04:04`): "the office of the United States head of state". The context refers to the vote *for* the president, implying the person or the office being contested. Sense 2 focuses on the person holding the office, which aligns well with "popular vote for president."

Sense 2 is the most accurate and specific description of the usage in the provided text.


[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: seat
Target surface form: seats
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional <t>seats</t> or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=seat%1:15:01:: | definition=a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) | synonyms=place | examples=he booked their seats in advance; he sat in someone else's place
2. sense_key=seat%1:08:00:: | definition=the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on | synonyms=buttocks, nates, arse, butt, backside, bum | examples=he deserves a good kick in the butt; are you going to sit on your fanny and do nothing?
3. sense_key=seat%1:06:01:: | definition=furniture that is designed for sitting on | examples=there were not enough seats for all the guests
4. sense_key=seat%1:06:00:: | definition=any support where you can sit (especially the part of a chair or bench etc. on which you sit) | examples=he dusted off the seat before sitting down
5. sense_key=seat%1:15:00:: | definition=a center of authority (as a city from which authority is exercised)
6. sense_key=seat%1:15:02:: | definition=the location (metaphorically speaking) where something is based | examples=the brain is said to be the seat of reason
7. sense_key=seat%1:07:00:: | definition=the legal right to sit as a member in a legislative or similar body | examples=he was elected to a seat in the Senate
8. sense_key=seat%1:06:03:: | definition=a part of a machine that supports or guides another part
9. sense_key=seat%1:06:02:: | definition=the cloth covering for the buttocks | examples=the seat of his pants was worn through

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 sentence is: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional <t>seats</t> or the popular vote for Congress."
2.  **Identify the target word and its usage:** The target word is "seats," used in the phrase "congressional seats."
3.  **Determine the meaning of "congressional seats":** In a political context, "congressional seats" refers to the positions or offices held by members of Congress (the legislative body).
4.  **Examine the candidate senses:**
    *   1. a space reserved for sitting (physical object) - Incorrect.
    *   2. the fleshy part of the human body (anatomical) - Incorrect.
    *   3. furniture that is designed for sitting on (physical object) - Incorrect.
    *   4. any support where you can sit (physical object) - Incorrect.
    *   5. a center of authority (city/metaphorical) - Incorrect.
    *   6. the location (metaphorically speaking) where something is based - Incorrect.
    *   7. the legal right to sit as a member in a legislative or similar body - This refers to the position or office held in a legislative body (like Congress). This matches "congressional seats."
    *   8. a part of a machine that supports or guides another part (mechanical) - Incorrect.
    *   9. the cloth covering for the buttocks (physical object) - Incorrect.
5.  **Select the best sense:** Sense 7, "the legal right to sit as a member in a legislative or similar body," is the precise meaning of "congressional seats" in this political context.
6.  **Format the output:** Create the required JSON object.


[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: popular
Target surface form: popular
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the <t>popular</t> vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=popular%3:00:00:: | definition=regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public | examples=a popular tourist attraction; a popular girl
2. sense_key=popular%5:00:00:democratic:00 | definition=carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large | examples=the popular vote; popular representation
3. sense_key=popular%5:00:01:common:01 | definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | synonyms=democratic | examples=democratic art forms; a democratic or popular movement
4. sense_key=popular%5:00:00:nonclassical:00 | definition=(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) | synonyms=pop

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 "popular" in the given context.

Context: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the <t>popular</t> vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite."

Target word: "popular" (specifically referring to "popular vote for Congress").

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=popular%3:00:00:: | definition=regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public | examples=a popular tourist attraction; a popular girl
2. sense_key=popular%5:00:00:democratic:00 | definition=carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large | examples=the popular vote; popular representation
3. sense_key=popular%5:00:01:common:01 | definition=representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large | synonyms=democratic | examples=democratic art forms; a democratic or popular movement
4. sense_key=popular%5:00:00:nonclassical:00 | definition=(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) | synonyms=pop

Analysis:
The phrase is "the popular vote for Congress."
In political contexts, "popular vote" refers to the total number of votes cast for a candidate or party, representing the will of the electorate.

Let's evaluate the senses:
1. (Regarded with great favor): This relates to popularity in terms of approval (e.g., a popular movie). While a winning candidate is popular, "popular vote" here refers to the count of votes, not the sentiment towards the candidate.
2. (Carried on by or for the people): This definition is very close to the concept of "popular vote" in a democratic sense. The example provided is "the popular vote."
3. (Representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large): This is synonymous with democratic/common. It fits the political context well, emphasizing that the vote reflects the people's choice.
4. (New and of general appeal - music/art): This is clearly irrelevant to political voting.

Comparing 2 and 3:
Sense 2: "carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large" (Example: the popular vote)
Sense 3: "representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large" (Synonym: democratic)

Both 2 and 3 are highly relevant. However, Sense 2 explicitly uses "the popular vote" as an example, which is the exact phrase used in the context. Sense 3 emphasizes the *nature* of the appeal (democratic), while Sense 2 describes the *function* of the vote (for the people). Given the direct match in the example provided for Sense 2 ("the popular vote"), it is the most precise fit for the usage in this political text.

I will choose 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: vote
Target surface form: vote
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular <t>vote</t> for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=vote%1:04:00:: | definition=a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative | synonyms=ballot, voting, balloting | examples=there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion; they allowed just one vote per person
2. sense_key=vote%1:04:01:: | definition=the opinion of a group as determined by voting | examples=they put the question to a vote
3. sense_key=vote%1:07:00:: | definition=a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment | synonyms=right to vote, suffrage | examples=American women got the vote in 1920
4. sense_key=vote%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of voters who have the same interests | examples=he failed to get the Black vote
5. sense_key=vote%1:09:00:: | definition=the total number of voters who participated | synonyms=voter turnout | examples=they are expecting a large vote

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 sentence containing the target word is: "...the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular <t>vote</t> for Congress."
2.  **Analyze the surrounding text/topic:** The passage discusses political trends, specifically "ticket splitting" (where voters choose different parties for different offices—President vs. Congress). It compares the GOP's performance in presidential elections versus congressional elections.
3.  **Analyze the target word's usage:** "the popular vote for Congress." This refers to the collective choice or preference expressed by the electorate in a congressional race.
4.  **Evaluate the candidate senses:**

    *   **sense_key=vote%1:04:00:** "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative." (Synonyms: ballot, voting, balloting). This fits the idea of counting choices in an election.
    *   **sense_key=vote%1:04:01:** "the opinion of a group as determined by voting." (Examples: they put the question to a vote). This is more about the *act* of deciding or the *result* of a group decision, but less specific to the *count* of preferences in an election.
    *   **sense_key=vote%1:07:00:** "a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment..." (Synonyms: right to vote, suffrage). This refers to the *right* to participate, not the *result* of the participation (the popular vote).
    *   **sense_key=vote%1:14:00:** "a body of voters who have the same interests." (Examples: he failed to get the Black vote). This refers to a *group* of voters, not the collective preference count.
    *   **sense_key=vote%1:09:00:** "the total number of voters who participated." (Synonyms: voter turnout). This refers to *turnout* (how many people showed up), not the *preference* (who they voted for).

5.  **Compare the best fits (1:04:00 vs. 1:04:01):**
    *   The phrase is "popular vote for Congress." "Popular vote" specifically means the total number of votes received by a candidate or party, reflecting the collective preference.
    *   Sense 1: "a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative." This perfectly describes the mechanism of a "popular vote."
    *   Sense 2: "the opinion of a group as determined by voting." While related, Sense 1 is more precise for the quantitative measure implied by "popular vote."

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 1 is the most accurate representation of "popular vote" in the context of election results.


[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: opposite
Target surface form: opposite
Context:
Tuesday's rout of a GOP congressional hopeful in a Mississippi district that hasn't backed a Democratic presidential candidate since Adlai Stevenson is another reminder that, at least at the federal level, political "ticket splitting "has been on the rise over the past half century. In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the <t>opposite</t>. What accounts for the results of recent decades?

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=opposite%1:10:00:: | definition=a word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word, in which case the two words are antonyms of each other | synonyms=antonym, opposite word | examples=to him the antonym of `gay' was `depressed'
2. sense_key=opposite%1:24:03:: | definition=a relation of direct opposition | synonyms=reverse, contrary | examples=we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true
3. sense_key=opposite%1:18:00:: | definition=a contestant that you are matched against | synonyms=opposition, opponent
4. sense_key=opposite%1:24:04:: | definition=something inverted in sequence or character or effect | synonyms=inverse | examples=when the direct approach failed he tried the inverse

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 "opposite" in the given context.

Context: "Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the <t>opposite</t>."

The context discusses political voting patterns:
1. Modern pattern (post-1932): Voters tend to favor Republicans more in presidential races than in congressional races (or vice versa, depending on the specific comparison, but the text describes a trend where the GOP captures a greater percentage of the popular vote for president than of congressional seats).
2. The pattern prior to 1932 was "nearly the opposite."

This means the pattern before 1932 was the reverse of the current pattern described.

Let's analyze the candidate senses:

1. **sense_key=opposite%1:10:00:** a word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word (antonym). (This is about linguistic opposition, not a pattern or state of affairs.)
2. **sense_key=opposite%1:24:03:** a relation of direct opposition (reverse, contrary). (This fits the idea of a pattern being the reverse of another pattern.)
3. **sense_key=opposite%1:18:00:** a contestant that you are matched against (opponent). (This is about competition, not a statistical pattern.)
4. **sense_key=opposite%1:24:04:** something inverted in sequence or character or effect (inverse). (This also fits the idea of a pattern being reversed or inverted.)

Comparing Sense 2 and Sense 4:
* Sense 2: "a relation of direct opposition" (synonyms: reverse, contrary).
* Sense 4: "something inverted in sequence or character or effect" (synonyms: inverse).

The phrase "the pattern was nearly the opposite" refers to the *nature* or *character* of the pattern being reversed. Both Sense 2 and Sense 4 are strong candidates.

Sense 2 ("a relation of direct opposition") captures the idea that the relationship (the pattern) was contrary to the current relationship.
Sense 4 ("something inverted in sequence or character or effect") captures the idea that the pattern was inverted.

In the context of statistical or behavioral patterns, "the opposite" usually means the reverse trend or the contrary outcome. Sense 2, "a relation of direct opposition," seems slightly more general and fitting for describing a relationship (the pattern) being contrary to another. Sense 4 focuses heavily on inversion in sequence or character, which is also applicable, but Sense 2 is a very direct match for describing a contrasting relationship.

Let's re-examine the usage: "the pattern was nearly the opposite." This means the pattern was contrary to the modern pattern.

If I choose Sense 2 (relation of direct opposition), it means the pattern was contrary.
If I choose Sense 4 (something inverted), it means the pattern was inverted.

Since the context is about a shift in a relationship (who wins/who gets the vote), "contrary" (Sense 2) is perhaps the most precise fit for describing the relationship between the two historical patterns.

I will select 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: account_for
Target surface form: accounts for
Context:
In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What <t>accounts for</t> the results of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=account_for%2:42:00:: | definition=be the reason or explanation for | examples=The recession accounts for the slow retail business
2. sense_key=account_for%2:32:00:: | definition=give reasons for | examples=Can you account for all these absences?

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:
1.  **Analyze the target phrase and context:**
    *   Target phrase: "accounts for"
    *   Context sentence: "What accounts for the results of recent decades?"
    *   Surrounding context: The passage discusses voting patterns in US elections (President vs. Congress), noting a shift in how voters behave and the resulting electoral outcomes ("the results of recent decades"). The next sentence suggests an "economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth."

2.  **Determine the meaning required by the context:**
    *   The question "What accounts for the results...?" is asking for the *reason* or *explanation* behind those results.

3.  **Evaluate the candidate senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** `sense_key=account_for%2:42:00:: | definition=be the reason or explanation for | examples=The recession accounts for the slow retail business`
        *   This definition ("be the reason or explanation for") perfectly matches the context. The results need an explanation.
    *   **Sense 2:** `sense_key=account_for%2:32:00:: | definition=give reasons for | examples=Can you account for all these absences?`
        *   This definition ("give reasons for") is also related, but Sense 1 ("be the reason or explanation for") is a more direct fit when the phrase is used in the structure "What accounts for X?" (i.e., X is the thing being explained).

4.  **Select the best sense:**
    *   Both senses are close, but Sense 1, "be the reason or explanation for," is the most idiomatic and precise fit for the question "What accounts for the results...?"

5.  **Format the output:**
    *   The chosen sense is Sense 1.
    *   The required output format is a JSON object with the sense index. (Note: The provided candidate senses are numbered 1 and 2 in the list, so Sense 1 corresponds to 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: result
Target surface form: results
Context:
In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the <t>results</t> of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=result%1:19:00:: | definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | synonyms=consequence, effect, outcome, event, issue, upshot | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise; his decision had depressing consequences for business
2. sense_key=result%1:10:00:: | definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | synonyms=solution, answer, resolution, solvent | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution; the answers were in the back of the book
3. sense_key=result%1:11:00:: | definition=something that results | synonyms=resultant, final result, outcome, termination | examples=he listened for the results on the radio
4. sense_key=result%1:10:01:: | definition=the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause | synonyms=resultant role

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 "results" in the given context.

Context: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the <t>results</t> of recent decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth."

Target word: results (plural of result)

Analysis of the context:
The preceding sentences discuss voting patterns, specifically how the GOP's performance in presidential elections differs from its performance in congressional elections over recent decades. The question "What accounts for the results of recent decades?" asks for an explanation of these observed patterns or outcomes.

Analysis of candidate senses:

1. sense_key=result%1:19:00:: | definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | synonyms=consequence, effect, outcome, event, issue, upshot | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise; his decision had depressing consequences for business
    * This sense relates to consequences or outcomes. The voting patterns are the phenomenon/outcome being discussed. This fits well.

2. sense_key=result%1:10:00:: | definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | synonyms=solution, answer, resolution, solvent | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution; the answers were in the back of the book
    * This sense means 'answer' or 'solution'. The context is asking *what accounts for* the results, not what the results *are* in the sense of an answer. This is less likely.

3. sense_key=result%1:11:00:: | definition=something that results | synonyms=resultant, final result, outcome, termination | examples=he listened for the results on the radio
    * This sense also relates to outcomes or final products. "The results of recent decades" refers to the observed outcomes/patterns of those decades. This is a very strong candidate.

4. sense_key=result%1:10:01:: | definition=the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause | synonyms=resultant role
    * This is a technical linguistic sense (resultant role). It is highly unlikely to be the intended meaning in this general context.

Comparison between Sense 1 and Sense 3:
Sense 1: "a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon" (consequence, effect, outcome).
Sense 3: "something that results" (resultant, final result, outcome).

Both senses capture the idea of an 'outcome' or 'effect'.
The phrase "What accounts for the results of recent decades?" implies asking about the observed outcomes (the patterns of voting) that have occurred over that time period.

Sense 3, with its focus on "something that results" and synonyms like "final result" and "outcome," seems slightly more direct and idiomatic for referring to the observed patterns or data points of a period ("the results of recent decades"). Sense 1 emphasizes the *causal* relationship ("follows and is caused by"), which is relevant to the *question* ("What accounts for..."), but Sense 3 better describes the *nature* of the "results" themselves (the observed outcomes).

Let's re-examine the examples:
Sense 1 example: "his decision had depressing consequences for business." (Focus on the negative effect/consequence).
Sense 3 example: "he listened for the results on the radio." (Focus on the final outcome/score).

In the context, "results of recent decades" refers to the observed voting patterns (the outcomes). Sense 3 aligns perfectly with this interpretation of observed outcomes/final data.

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: recent
Target surface form: recent
Context:
In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of <t>recent</t> decades? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=recent%5:00:00:new:00 | definition=new | examples=recent graduates; a recent addition to the house
2. sense_key=recent%5:00:00:past:00 | definition=of the immediate past or just previous to the present time | synonyms=late | examples=a late development; their late quarrel

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:
1.  **Analyze the target word and context:**
    *   Target word: "recent"
    *   Context sentence: "What accounts for the results of <t>recent</t> decades?"
    *   Surrounding text discusses voting patterns, presidential elections, congressional districts, and trends over time (e.g., "over the past half century," "Prior to 1932").

2.  **Analyze the candidate senses:**
    *   Sense 1: `recent%5:00:00:new:00` | definition=new | synonyms=N/A | examples=recent graduates; a recent addition to the house. (Focuses on novelty/newness).
    *   Sense 2: `recent%5:00:00:past:00` | definition=of the immediate past or just previous to the present time | synonyms=late | examples=a late development; their late quarrel. (Focuses on proximity to the present time).

3.  **Determine the meaning in context:**
    *   "recent decades" refers to a span of time immediately preceding the present moment (the time of writing/discussion). It refers to the past, but specifically the recent past.

4.  **Compare context meaning with senses:**
    *   Sense 1 (new): While the results might be "new" findings, the word "recent" here modifies "decades," indicating a time frame, not necessarily a state of being new.
    *   Sense 2 (of the immediate past or just previous to the present time): This perfectly matches the usage "recent decades," meaning the decades leading up to now.

5.  **Select the best sense:** Sense 2 is the best fit.

6.  **Format the output:** The instruction requires returning a JSON object with the sense index. Since the provided candidates are numbered 1 and 2, and Sense 2 is the correct choice, the index is 2. (Wait, the prompt asks for the JSON structure `{"sense_index": 3}` in the example, but only provides two candidates. I must assume the index corresponds to the order provided, so Sense 2 is index 2).

*Self-Correction/Review:* The prompt example uses `{"sense_index": 3}` but only provides two candidates. I will use the index corresponding to the chosen sense (Sense 2 = index 2).

*Final check of instructions:*
1. Choose single best sense (Sense 2).
2. Do not hedge.
3. Return only a JSON object exactly like `{"sense_index": X}`.


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

[User]
Target lemma: decade
Target surface form: decades
Context:
In only one presidential election year prior to 1948 did more than 20% of the nation's congressional districts choose a different party's candidate for the White House than for the House of Representatives. Now that percentage routinely equals a third and twice has been above 40%. As we know, voters tend to favor Republicans more in races for president than in those for Congress. In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent <t>decades</t>? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth.

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 word "decades" (plural of "decade") based on the provided context.

Target lemma: decade
Target surface form: decades
Context: "In every presidential election over the past half century, except for the Goldwater presidential candidacy, the GOP has captured a greater percentage of the major - party popular vote for president than it has of congressional seats or the popular vote for Congress. Prior to 1932, the pattern was nearly the opposite. What accounts for the results of recent <t>decades</t>? A simple economic theory may provide at least a partial explanation for the split personality displayed by Americans in the voting booth."

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 context discusses historical patterns in US elections ("over the past half century," "Prior to 1932"). The phrase is "What accounts for the results of recent decades?".
"Decades" here refers to periods of time (e.g., the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, etc.).

Sense 1: "a period of 10 years". This matches the temporal context of the discussion (historical trends over time).
Sense 2: "the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system" (i.e., the number ten). This is clearly incorrect in this context.

Conclusion: Sense 1 is the correct interpretation.