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

Context: The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in <t>attitude</t> across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October.

Senses:
1. definition=a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways | synonyms=mental attitude | examples=he had the attitude that work was fun
2. definition=the arrangement of the body and its limbs | synonyms=position, posture | examples=he assumed an attitude of surrender
3. definition=a theatrical pose created for effect | examples=the actor struck just the right attitude
4. definition=position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion)

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

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   Context snippet: "The democratic routine Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in <t>attitude</t> across the region."
    *   The context discusses polls, findings, support for democracy, backing for private enterprise, worries (crime/unemployment), and influence.
    *   The phrase "tracks changes in attitude across the region" refers to how people *feel* or *believe* about these political and economic issues over time.

3.  **Analyze the Senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways | synonyms=mental attitude | examples=he had the attitude that work was fun.
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the arrangement of the body and its limbs | synonyms=position, posture | examples=he assumed an attitude of surrender.
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=a theatrical pose created for effect | examples=the actor struck just the right attitude.
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion).

4.  **Match Context to Sense:**
    *   The context is about political opinions, support levels, and regional sentiment (mental states/beliefs).
    *   Sense 1 (mental state, beliefs, feelings) perfectly matches the idea of tracking how people's opinions/feelings about democracy and economics change.
    *   Sense 2 (body posture) is irrelevant.
    *   Sense 3 (theatrical pose) is irrelevant.
    *   Sense 4 (aerospace position) is irrelevant.

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

6.  **Format Output:** Return only the number.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

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

Context: Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related <t>things</t> stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Senses:
1. definition=a special situation | examples=this thing has got to end; it is a remarkable thing
2. definition=an action | examples=how could you do such a thing?
3. definition=a special abstraction | examples=a thing of the spirit; things of the heart
4. definition=an artifact | examples=how does this thing work?
5. definition=an event | examples=a funny thing happened on the way to the...
6. definition=a vaguely specified concern | synonyms=matter, affair | examples=several matters to attend to; it is none of your affair
7. definition=a statement regarded as an object | examples=to say the same thing in other terms; how can you say such a thing?
8. definition=an entity that is not named specifically | examples=I couldn't tell what the thing was
9. definition=any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence | examples=the thing I like about her is ...
10. definition=a special objective | examples=the thing is to stay in bounds
11. definition=a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion | examples=he has a thing about seafood; she has a thing about him
12. definition=a separate and self-contained entity

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The phrase is "Two related <t>things</t> stand out in the results of this year's poll..."
2.  **Determine the meaning of "things" in this context:** The context is discussing the findings/results of a poll (Latinobarómetro). The "things" are specific observations or findings derived from the poll data (e.g., "Latin America's fairly sunny mood" is one such "thing").
3.  **Evaluate the senses provided:**

    *   1. a special situation / remarkable thing (Possible, but maybe too strong for just "findings.")
    *   2. an action (No, the findings are not actions.)
    *   3. a special abstraction (Possible, as findings can be abstract concepts, but let's check others.)
    *   4. an artifact (No, not a physical object/device.)
    *   5. an event (Possible, but "findings" are usually summarized observations, not necessarily discrete events.)
    *   6. a vaguely specified concern / matter / affair (The findings are specific observations, not vague concerns.)
    *   7. a statement regarded as an object (This fits well. The findings are statements or observations derived from the data.)
    *   8. an entity that is not named specifically (Too general; the findings *are* specific observations.)
    *   9. any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence (This is very strong. The findings are attributes or qualities of the region/poll results.)
    *   10. a special objective (No, they are results, not goals.)
    *   11. a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion (No, this is about personal preferences.)
    *   12. a separate and self-contained entity (This is a very general definition, but often applies to discrete findings.)

4.  **Compare the best candidates (3, 7, 9, 12):**

    *   The poll results yield *observations* or *findings*.
    *   If we view the findings as abstract concepts (like "sunny mood"), Sense 3 (special abstraction) works.
    *   If we view the findings as specific data points or conclusions drawn from the data, Sense 7 (a statement regarded as an object) works well.
    *   If we view the findings as characteristics of the region (e.g., "sunny mood" is a characteristic), Sense 9 (any attribute or quality) works very well.
    *   Sense 12 (separate and self-contained entity) is too broad.

5.  **Refine the choice based on typical usage in academic/reporting contexts:** When a poll "tracks changes" and "stand out in the results," the "things" are usually key findings, observations, or characteristics. Sense 9 ("any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence") captures the nature of these findings (e.g., the *quality* of the mood, the *attribute* of influence). Sense 7 ("a statement regarded as an object") is also strong, but Sense 9 better describes the *nature* of what is being observed (the characteristics of the region/attitude).

6.  **Final check:** "Two related [characteristics/qualities] stand out in the results..." This aligns perfectly with Sense 9.

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

Context: Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the <t>results</t> of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Senses:
1. 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. 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. definition=something that results | synonyms=resultant, final result, outcome, termination | examples=he listened for the results on the radio
4. 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

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

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   "...Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist." (The context is about a poll/survey.)
    *   "Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region."
    *   "Two related things stand out in the <t>results</t> of this year's poll, taken in September and early October."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "results" in Context:**
    *   The word "results" refers to the data, findings, or outcomes gathered *from* the poll. It is the compiled information derived from the survey process.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | synonyms=consequence, effect, outcome, event, issue, upshot.
        *   *Fit:* "Findings" and "outcomes" are close, but this sense often implies a *causal* relationship (A caused B). While the poll *produces* the results, the results themselves are the data, not necessarily a consequence of a prior event in the way "effect" usually is.

    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | synonyms=solution, answer, resolution, solvent.
        *   *Fit:* No. The results are data, not necessarily a solution.

    *   **Sense 3:** definition=something that results | synonyms=resultant, final result, outcome, termination.
        *   *Fit:* Yes. The results are the final outcome/data gathered from the poll. This sense encompasses the idea of the final output or findings of an activity (the poll).

    *   **Sense 4:** 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.
        *   *Fit:* No. This is a technical linguistic/semantic definition, not the common meaning used here.

5.  **Compare Sense 1 and Sense 3:**
    *   Sense 1 focuses heavily on *consequence* (A leads to B).
    *   Sense 3 focuses on the *output* or *final product* of an action (The poll yields results).
    *   In the context of a survey ("findings of the poll," "results of the poll"), Sense 3 ("something that results," meaning the final data/outcome) is the most accurate and standard usage.

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 3 is the correct fit.

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


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

Context: Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this <t>year</t>'s poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "year" is used in the provided context. The output must be *only* the number.

2.  **Examine the context:**
    "Two related things stand out in the results of this <t>year</t>'s poll, taken in September and early October."

3.  **Analyze the usage:** The word "year" is possessive ("year's") and modifies "poll." The poll is described as being taken in September and early October. This implies the poll is associated with a specific annual cycle or reporting period.

4.  **Evaluate the senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920.
        *   *Fit check:* While the poll happens within a year, the phrase "this year's poll" usually refers to the specific annual iteration of the study, not just the passage of 365 days. It suggests a recurring event tied to a calendar cycle.

    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year.
        *   *Fit check:* This sense describes a defined period (like a fiscal year, academic year, or, in this case, an annual survey cycle). The poll is an activity that occurs during a specific, regular part of the calendar year. This fits well.

    *   **Sense 3:** definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet... to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days.
        *   *Fit check:* Irrelevant.

    *   **Sense 4:** definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High.
        *   *Fit check:* Irrelevant.

5.  **Compare Sense 1 and Sense 2:**
    *   "This year's poll" (Sense 1) is technically correct, but it is a general usage of the word "year" as a unit of time.
    *   "This year's poll" (Sense 2) emphasizes that the poll is part of a *regular, defined activity* (the annual polling cycle). Given the context ("The poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes..."), the emphasis is on the *regularity* and the *activity* (the polling), making Sense 2 the most precise fit for the intended meaning of the phrase "this year's poll" in a recurring study context.

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 2 best captures the meaning of a recurring, scheduled event (the poll) tied to a calendar cycle.

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


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

Context: Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's <t>poll</t>, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Senses:
1. definition=an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people | synonyms=opinion poll, public opinion poll, canvass
2. definition=the top of the head | synonyms=pate, crown
3. definition=the part of the head between the ears
4. definition=a tame parrot | synonyms=poll parrot
5. definition=the counting of votes (as in an election)

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the request:** The user wants to know which numbered sense of the word "poll" (marked with `<t></t>`) is used in the provided context. The output must be *only* the number.

2.  **Analyze the context:**
    *   "...findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries..."
    *   "Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region."
    *   "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's <t>poll</t>, taken in September and early October."

3.  **Determine the meaning of "poll" in the context:** The word "poll" refers to a survey or a study conducted to gauge public opinion (e.g., "Latinobarómetro poll," "tracks changes in attitude").

4.  **Match the meaning to the senses:**
    *   Sense 1: definition=an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people | synonyms=opinion poll, public opinion poll, canvass. (Matches the context perfectly.)
    *   Sense 2: definition=the top of the head | synonyms=pate, crown. (Incorrect.)
    *   Sense 3: definition=the part of the head between the ears. (Incorrect.)
    *   Sense 4: definition=a tame parrot | synonyms=poll parrot. (Incorrect.)
    *   Sense 5: definition=the counting of votes (as in an election). (Related to elections, but the context describes the *act* of gathering opinions/data, not the counting of votes.)

5.  **Select the correct sense number:** Sense 1.

6.  **Format the output:** Return only the number.


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

Context: Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny <t>mood</t>. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions.

Senses:
1. definition=a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling | synonyms=temper, humor, humour | examples=whether he praised or cursed me depended on his temper at the time; he was in a bad humor
2. definition=the prevailing psychological state | synonyms=climate | examples=the climate of opinion; the national mood had changed radically since the last election
3. definition=verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker | synonyms=mode, modality

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

2.  **Analyze the context:**
    *   The text discusses findings from a Latinobarómetro poll.
    *   The poll tracks changes in "attitude across the region."
    *   The specific phrase is: "The first is Latin America's fairly sunny <t>mood</t>."
    *   This "mood" is presented as a characteristic or state of the region (Latin America).

3.  **Analyze the senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** "a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling | synonyms=temper, humor, humour | examples=whether he praised or cursed me depended on his temper at the time; he was in a bad humor." (Focuses on individual emotional state/temperament).
    *   **Sense 2:** "the prevailing psychological state | synonyms=climate | examples=the climate of opinion; the national mood had changed radically since the last election." (Focuses on the general, collective state of a group or region).
    *   **Sense 3:** "verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker | synonyms=mode, modality." (Grammatical/linguistic sense).

4.  **Match the context to the senses:**
    *   The context refers to "Latin America's fairly sunny mood." This is not about an individual's temper (Sense 1).
    *   It is a description of the general, collective feeling or attitude of the region, which aligns perfectly with "the prevailing psychological state" or "climate of opinion" (Sense 2).
    *   It is clearly not a grammatical term (Sense 3).

5.  **Conclusion:** Sense 2 is the correct fit.

6.  **Format the output:** Return only the number.


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

Context: And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The <t>second</t> is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

Senses:
1. definition=coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude | synonyms=2nd, 2d
2. definition=a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first | examples=second flute; the second violins

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the request:** The user wants to know which numbered sense of the word "second" (marked with `<t>second</t>`) is used in the provided context. The output must be *only* the number.

2.  **Analyze the context:**
    "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The <t>second</t> is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions."

3.  **Analyze the usage of "second":**
    *   The sentence structure is: "The first is [Thing A]. The second is [Thing B]."
    *   "First" and "second" are used to enumerate or list items (Thing A and Thing B) in a sequence or order.

4.  **Analyze the provided senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude | synonyms=2nd, 2d
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first | examples=second flute; the second violins

5.  **Match the usage to the senses:**
    *   The usage ("The first is... The second is...") clearly indicates ordering or sequence (position in a list).
    *   This matches the definition of **Sense 1**: "coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude."

6.  **Formulate the final answer:** The correct sense is 1. (The output must be only the number).


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

Context: And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing <t>stability</t> of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

Senses:
1. definition=the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast | synonyms=stableness
2. definition=a stable order (especially of society)
3. definition=the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation | synonyms=constancy | examples=early mariners relied on the constancy of the trade winds

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

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   The text discusses a poll (Latinobarómetro) tracking changes in attitude across Latin America since 1995.
    *   The second finding mentioned is "the increasing `<t>stability</t>` of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions."
    *   The context emphasizes that support for democracy "has risen noticeably in several countries."

3.  **Analyze the Target Word and Phrase:**
    *   Target phrase: "increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy."
    *   What does "stability of attitudes" mean here? It means that the attitudes are becoming less volatile, less prone to sudden shifts, and more consistent or enduring over time.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast | synonyms=stableness. (This is a general definition of firmness/steadfastness.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a stable order (especially of society). (This refers to a *state* or *system* being stable, e.g., "political stability.")
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation | synonyms=constancy | examples=early mariners relied on the constancy of the trade winds. (This specifically relates to lack of change or variation over time.)

5.  **Match Context to Sense:**
    *   The context is about the *attitudes* becoming more consistent and less variable ("increasing stability of attitudes").
    *   Sense 3 ("the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation") perfectly captures the idea of attitudes becoming more consistent and less prone to fluctuation.
    *   While Sense 1 is related, Sense 3 is much more precise when discussing the *lack of variation* in attitudes over a period of time (which is what "tracking changes" implies).
    *   Sense 2 refers to a societal structure, not the consistency of individual attitudes.

6.  **Conclusion:** Sense 3 is the most accurate fit.

7.  **Final Output Generation:** Return only the number 3.


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

Context: And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of <t>attitudes</t> towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

Senses:
1. definition=a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways | synonyms=mental attitude | examples=he had the attitude that work was fun
2. definition=the arrangement of the body and its limbs | synonyms=position, posture | examples=he assumed an attitude of surrender
3. definition=a theatrical pose created for effect | examples=the actor struck just the right attitude
4. definition=position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion)

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "attitude" (<t>attitudes</t>) is used in the provided context. The output must be *only* the number.

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   The text discusses a Latinobarómetro poll tracking changes in "attitude across the region."
    *   Specifically, it mentions "Latin America's fairly sunny mood."
    *   The second point is "the increasing stability of <t>attitudes</t> towards democracy and its core institutions."
    *   It further elaborates: "Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries..."

3.  **Determine the Meaning of "Attitudes" in Context:**
    *   The context refers to the *opinions*, *feelings*, and *support levels* (e.g., support for democracy, sunny mood) that people in Latin America hold regarding political systems and institutions.
    *   This is a psychological or sociological concept, not a physical posture or a theatrical pose.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways | synonyms=mental attitude | examples=he had the attitude that work was fun.
        *   *Match?* Yes. "Attitudes towards democracy" perfectly aligns with a complex mental state (beliefs, values, support levels).
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the arrangement of the body and its limbs | synonyms=position, posture | examples=he assumed an attitude of surrender.
        *   *Match?* No. This is physical posture.
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=a theatrical pose created for effect | examples=the actor struck just the right attitude.
        *   *Match?* No. This is performance/acting.
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion).
        *   *Match?* No. This is aviation terminology.

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

6.  **Format the Output:** Return only the number.


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

Context: And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core <t>institutions</t>. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The phrase is "increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core <t>institutions</t>."
2.  **Determine the meaning of "institutions" in this context:** When discussing democracy, political systems, and attitudes, "institutions" refers to the established structures, rules, and practices (like elections, legislative bodies, judicial systems) that govern the country.
3.  **Evaluate the provided senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** "an organization founded and united for a specific purpose | synonyms=establishment." (This is too narrow; it usually refers to a specific company or NGO, not the general political framework.)
    *   **Sense 2:** "an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated." (This refers to a physical location, like a headquarters or a specific facility. Incorrect.)
    *   **Sense 3:** "a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society | examples=the institution of marriage; the institution of slavery." (This refers to deeply ingrained social practices or traditions. While political institutions are *part* of society, the core meaning here—stability of *attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions*—points more toward the formal structures than just customs.)
    *   **Sense 4:** "the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new | synonyms=initiation, founding, foundation, origination, creation, innovation." (This is the noun form of 'to institute' (to start), not the established structures themselves. Incorrect.)
    *   **Sense 5:** "a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person | synonyms=mental hospital, psychiatric hospital, mental institution, mental home, insane asylum, asylum." (This is a specific type of facility. Incorrect.)
4.  **Re-evaluate the best fit:** The context requires a sense that covers established, long-standing structures of governance (e.g., the democratic institution of elections, the institution of the parliament).
    *   Sense 3 ("a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society") is the closest fit among the options provided, as political institutions are fundamental, long-standing features of a society. While the definition of Sense 3 might be slightly broader (covering customs like marriage), it is the only sense that captures the idea of a deeply embedded, societal structure, which is what "core institutions" of democracy refers to.
    *   *Self-Correction/Refinement:* In standard lexical databases (like OED or specialized corpora), the meaning of "institution" used in political science (e.g., "democratic institutions") is often categorized as a formal structure or established practice. Sense 3, while using "custom," is the only option that addresses the *societal* and *long-term* nature of these structures, distinguishing them from temporary organizations (Sense 1) or physical buildings (Sense 2/5).

5.  **Conclusion:** Sense 3 is the intended meaning, referring to established societal structures and practices.


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

Context: Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. <t>Support</t> for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The sentence is: "<t>Support</t> for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries..."
2.  **Determine the meaning of "support" in this context:** It refers to the level of approval, backing, or agreement that people have for the concept of democracy.
3.  **Examine the provided senses:**
    *   1. Providing necessities/money (Financial/Emotional aid). (Doesn't fit "support for democracy" meaning approval.)
    *   2. Aiding the cause or policy or interests of. (Fits perfectly: "Support for democracy" means backing the cause/policy of democracy.)
    *   3. Immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest. (This is close, but Sense 2 is more precise regarding *backing* a cause/policy.)
    *   4. Military operation/reinforcement. (Irrelevant.)
    *   5. Documentary validation. (Irrelevant.)
    *   6. Financial means/livelihood. (Irrelevant.)
    *   7. Supporting structure/foundation. (Physical structure, irrelevant.)
    *   8. Act of bearing weight/strengthening. (Physical action, irrelevant.)
    *   9. Musical part. (Irrelevant.)
    *   10. Device that bears weight. (Physical object, irrelevant.)
    *   11. Financial resources/funding. (Irrelevant, as the context is political approval, not money.)
4.  **Compare Sense 2 and Sense 3:**
    *   Sense 2: definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support. (This directly matches the political context: "Support for democracy" = backing the cause.)
    *   Sense 3: definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed. (This also fits, but Sense 2 is the standard definition used when discussing political or ideological backing.)
5.  **Select the best fit:** Sense 2 is the most accurate and standard definition for "support" when referring to public opinion or political backing for an idea or system (like democracy).

6.  **Final check:** "Support for democracy" means people are aiding/backing the cause of democracy. This matches Sense 2.


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

Context: Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several <t>countries</t> on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The sentence is: "Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several <t>countries</t> on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1)."
2.  **Analyze the surrounding information:** The text discusses a poll (Latinobarómetro) tracking attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions in Latin America. It mentions specific countries (Peru) and a geographical location (Pacific rim of South America).
3.  **Determine the meaning of "countries" in this context:** Here, "countries" refers to sovereign political entities (nations/states) located in South America.
4.  **Evaluate the senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations. (Matches the political/governmental entity meaning.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries. (Focuses on the physical territory, but often overlaps with Sense 1. However, Sense 1 is more precise for the political context.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation. (Refers to the inhabitants, not the political entity.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country. (Refers to the countryside.)
    *   **Sense 5:** definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country. (Refers to a general region, not necessarily a sovereign state.)
5.  **Select the best fit:** Since the text is discussing "Support for democracy" and "core institutions," the reference is clearly to political entities (states/nations). Sense 1, which defines a "politically organized body of people under a single government," is the most accurate fit.

6.  **Final check:** The context refers to specific political units (countries in South America) where democratic support is measured. This aligns perfectly with Sense 1.


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

Context: Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of <t>South America</t> (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Senses:
1. definition=a continent in the western hemisphere connected to North America by the Isthmus of Panama
2. definition=the nations of the South American continent collectively | examples=South America is an important market for goods from the United States

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the Request:** The user wants to know which numbered sense of "South America" is used in the provided context. The output must be *only* the number.

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   The text discusses a poll (Latinobarómetro) tracking changes in attitude across a region.
    *   It mentions "Latin America's fairly sunny mood."
    *   It discusses support for democracy rising in "several countries on the Pacific rim of <t>South America</t> (see table 1)."
    *   It gives a specific example: "For example in Peru..." (Peru is a country in South America).

3.  **Analyze the Senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a continent in the western hemisphere connected to North America by the Isthmus of Panama (Focuses on the geographical landmass).
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the nations of the South American continent collectively | examples=South America is an important market for goods from the United States (Focuses on the collective political/economic entity/group of nations).

4.  **Determine Usage in Context:**
    *   The phrase "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America" is used.
    *   The context is discussing political attitudes, democracy, and specific countries (Peru).
    *   When referring to "South America" in the context of political polls, economic markets, or groups of nations, it is being used as a collective entity representing its constituent countries.

5.  **Match Context to Sense:**
    *   Sense 1 (Geographical continent) is too broad and doesn't capture the political/national focus.
    *   Sense 2 (The nations of the South American continent collectively) perfectly matches the usage when discussing country-specific data (Peru) and regional political trends.

6.  **Final Output Generation:** The correct sense is 2. (Return only the number).


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

Context: Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see <t>table</t> 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Senses:
1. definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | synonyms=tabular array | examples=see table 1
2. definition=a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs | examples=it was a sturdy table
3. definition=a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it | examples=I reserved a table at my favorite restaurant
4. definition=flat tableland with steep edges | synonyms=mesa | examples=the tribe was relatively safe on the mesa but they had to descend into the valley for water
5. definition=a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game | examples=he entertained the whole table with his witty remarks
6. definition=food or meals in general | synonyms=board | examples=she sets a fine table; room and board

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "table" (<t>table</t>) is used in the provided context. The output must be only the number.

2.  **Analyze the context:** The relevant phrase is "(see <t>table</t> 1)". This phrase appears after discussing data (support for democracy rising in several countries) and before providing specific data points (Peru's rise from 40% to 61%).

3.  **Analyze the word "table" in this context:** When referring to "Table 1" in a research or journalistic report (like The Economist), "table" refers to a structured presentation of data.

4.  **Evaluate the senses:**
    *   1. definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | synonyms=tabular array | examples=see table 1
    *   2. definition=a piece of furniture...
    *   3. definition=a piece of furniture with tableware...
    *   4. definition=flat tableland...
    *   5. definition=a company of people assembled at a table...
    *   6. definition=food or meals in general...

5.  **Match the context to the sense:** The context ("see table 1") clearly refers to a structured presentation of data, which matches Sense 1.

6.  **Formulate the final answer:** The correct number is 1.


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

Context: Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a <t>year</t> since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

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

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

2.  **Examine the Context:**
    *   "Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region."
    *   "Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October." (Refers to the current calendar year).
    *   "...For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a <t>year</t> since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year." (The target phrase is "a year since 2002").
    *   "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year."

3.  **Focus on the Target Phrase:** "economic growth has averaged 6% a <t>year</t> since 2002."

4.  **Analyze the Usage:** The word "year" here refers to a standard unit of time (365/366 days) used to measure the rate of economic growth (an average over a period of time).

5.  **Evaluate the Senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920. (Matches the usage of a standard calendar/chronological period.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year. (Does not fit; this is a general time unit, not a specific activity period like school or fiscal year, although fiscal year is related, the definition here is too narrow.)
    *   **Sense 3:** definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet... to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days. (Does not fit; this is astronomical.)
    *   **Sense 4:** definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High. (Does not fit; this is a group of people.)

6.  **Conclusion:** The usage "a year since 2002" refers to a standard chronological period of 365/366 days. This corresponds to Sense 1.

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


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

Context: Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, <t>support</t> for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The sentence is: "For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, <t>support</t> for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year."
2.  **Determine the meaning of "support" in this context:** "Support for democracy" refers to the level of approval, backing, or endorsement that the population gives to the democratic system. It is a measure of public opinion or acceptance.
3.  **Examine the senses provided:**
    *   1. Providing money/necessities (Financial/Emotional aid). (No)
    *   2. Aiding the cause or policy or interests of. (Yes, support for democracy means backing the cause/policy of democracy.)
    *   3. Something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest. (This is very close to 2, focusing on the abstract nature of the assistance/backing.)
    *   4. Military operation/reinforcement. (No)
    *   5. Documentary validation. (No)
    *   6. Financial means/livelihood. (No)
    *   7. Supporting structure/foundation. (No)
    *   8. Act of bearing weight/strengthening. (No)
    *   9. Musical part. (No)
    *   10. Device that bears weight. (No)
    *   11. Financial resources/funding. (No)
4.  **Compare Senses 2 and 3:**
    *   Sense 2: "aiding the cause or policy or interests of" (Examples: "the president no longer has the support of his own party"). This perfectly matches the idea of political/ideological backing.
    *   Sense 3: "something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest" (Examples: "the policy found little public support"). This also fits, but Sense 2 is more precise regarding the *action* of backing a cause/policy.
5.  **Select the best fit:** Sense 2 ("aiding the cause or policy or interests of") is the most accurate definition for "support for democracy" in a political polling context.

6.  **Final check:** The context is about the percentage of people who back democracy. Sense 2 covers this meaning.


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

Context: Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a <t>low</t> of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Senses:
1. definition=an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation | synonyms=depression | examples=a low moved in over night bringing sleet and snow
2. definition=British political cartoonist (born in New Zealand) who created the character Colonel Blimp (1891-1963) | synonyms=David Low, Sir David Low, Sir David Alexander Cecil Low
3. definition=a low level or position or degree | examples=the stock market fell to a new low
4. definition=the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving | synonyms=first gear, first, low gear

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

2.  **Analyze the context:** The relevant sentence is: "For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a <t>low</t> of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year."

3.  **Determine the meaning of "low" in the context:** "Low" refers to a percentage (40%) representing the starting point of support for democracy. It signifies a small amount, a minimal level, or a poor state relative to the later measurement (61%).

4.  **Evaluate the senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** An air mass of lower pressure (meteorological). *Does not fit.*
    *   **Sense 2:** British political cartoonist (proper noun). *Does not fit.*
    *   **Sense 3:** A low level or position or degree (e.g., stock market fell to a new low). *Fits perfectly. 40% is a low level of support.*
    *   **Sense 4:** The lowest forward gear ratio (automotive). *Does not fit.*

5.  **Conclusion:** Sense 3 is the correct meaning.

6.  **Format the output:** Return only the number.


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

Context: Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this <t>year</t>. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "year" is used in the provided context, specifically the instance marked with `<t>year</t>`. The output must be only the number.

2.  **Examine the context:**
    *   "...For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this <t>year</t>."

3.  **Analyze the target word usage:** The phrase is "this year." This refers to the current calendar period (the period in which the statement is being made or the poll is being conducted).

4.  **Evaluate the senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920.
        *   *Match?* Yes. "This year" refers to the current calendar year (a period of 365/366 days).

    *   **Sense 2:** definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year.
        *   *Match?* No. The context is about general calendar time, not a specific academic or operational cycle (like a fiscal or school year).

    *   **Sense 3:** definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet... to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days.
        *   *Match?* No. This is astronomical time.

    *   **Sense 4:** definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High.
        *   *Match?* No. This refers to a cohort of people.

5.  **Conclusion:** The usage "this year" aligns perfectly with Sense 1 (a standard calendar period of 365/366 days).

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


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

Context: Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the <t>economy</t> has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Senses:
1. definition=the system of production and distribution and consumption | synonyms=economic system
2. definition=the efficient use of resources | examples=economy of effort
3. definition=frugality in the expenditure of money or resources | synonyms=thriftiness | examples=the Scots are famous for their economy
4. definition=an act of economizing; reduction in cost | synonyms=saving | examples=it was a small economy to walk to work every day; there was a saving of 50 cents

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "economy" is used in the provided context. The output must be only the number.

2.  **Examine the context:** The relevant sentence is: "It also rose in Mexico, where the <t>economy</t> has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year."

3.  **Analyze the usage:**
    *   "The economy has recovered..."
    *   "...after suffering a big drop in output..."
    *   "Output" refers to production/economic activity.
    *   The context links "economy" to "output" and "recovery" from a "drop," which are standard terms in macroeconomics.

4.  **Evaluate the senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=the system of production and distribution and consumption | synonyms=economic system.
        *   *Match?* Yes. "The economy" (referring to the national system of production/activity) recovering from a drop in output fits this definition perfectly.

    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the efficient use of resources | examples=economy of effort.
        *   *Match?* No. The context is about national recovery/output, not efficiency of effort.

    *   **Sense 3:** definition=frugality in the expenditure of money or resources | synonyms=thriftiness.
        *   *Match?* No. This refers to personal thriftiness (e.g., "the Scots are famous for their economy").

    *   **Sense 4:** definition=an act of economizing; reduction in cost | synonyms=saving.
        *   *Match?* No. This refers to a specific saving or reduction in cost (e.g., "a saving of 50 cents").

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

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


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

Context: Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big <t>drop</t> in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Senses:
1. definition=a shape that is spherical and small | synonyms=bead, pearl | examples=he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops; beads of sweat on his forehead
2. definition=a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid); ; ; ; --Kipling | synonyms=drib, driblet | examples=he had a drop too much to drink; a drop of each sample was analyzed
3. definition=a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity | synonyms=dip, fall, free fall | examples=a drop of 57 points on the Dow Jones index; there was a drop in pressure in the pulmonary artery
4. definition=a steep high face of rock | synonyms=cliff, drop-off | examples=he stood on a high cliff overlooking the town; a steep drop
5. definition=a predetermined hiding place for the deposit and distribution of illicit goods (such as drugs or stolen property)
6. definition=a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity | synonyms=fall | examples=it was a miracle that he survived the drop from that height
7. definition=a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage from the flies; often used as background scenery | synonyms=drop curtain, drop cloth
8. definition=a central depository where things can be left or picked up
9. definition=the act of dropping something | examples=they expected the drop would be successful

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The sentence containing the target word is: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big <t>drop</t> in output last year."
2.  **Determine the meaning of "drop" in this context:** The word "drop" refers to a decrease in "output" (economic production).
3.  **Examine the senses provided:**
    *   1. Spherical shape (bead, pearl). (Incorrect)
    *   2. Small indefinite quantity (drib, driblet). (Incorrect)
    *   3. A sudden sharp decrease in some quantity (dip, fall). (Matches the context: a decrease in economic output.)
    *   4. Steep high face of rock (cliff, drop-off). (Incorrect)
    *   5. Hiding place for illicit goods. (Incorrect)
    *   6. Free and rapid descent by gravity (fall). (Incorrect, this is physical movement, not economic decline.)
    *   7. Stage curtain. (Incorrect)
    *   8. Central depository. (Incorrect)
    *   9. The act of dropping something. (Incorrect, it refers to the *result* of the action, not the action itself.)
4.  **Select the best match:** Sense 3, "a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity," perfectly describes a "big drop in output."
5.  **Format the output:** Return only the number.


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

Context: Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in <t>output</t> last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The sentence containing the target word is: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in <t>output</t> last year."
2.  **Determine the meaning of "output" in this specific context:** The context is about the Mexican economy recovering after a "big drop in output." When discussing an economy, "output" refers to the total goods and services produced.
3.  **Examine the senses provided:**
    *   1. final product; the things produced (General product, but often used for a single item or project).
    *   2. production of a certain amount; yield (Focuses on the *act* or *amount* of production, often used in agriculture/science).
    *   3. signal that comes out of an electronic system (Irrelevant to economics).
    *   4. the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time); synonyms=yield, production; examples=production was up in the second quarter (This perfectly matches the economic definition of GDP/production volume over a period).
    *   5. what is produced in a given time period; synonyms=outturn, turnout (Similar to 4, but 4 is more precise regarding the *quantity* of commodities/goods, which is what economic output measures).
4.  **Compare the best fits (4 and 5):**
    *   The phrase "suffering a big drop in output" refers to a decline in economic activity/production volume.
    *   Sense 4: "the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time)." This is the standard definition of economic output (e.g., GDP).
    *   Sense 5: "what is produced in a given time period." This is also very close, but Sense 4 emphasizes the *quantity* of commodities, which is the core concept when discussing economic downturns.
5.  **Conclusion:** Sense 4 is the most accurate and standard definition for "output" when discussing an economic recovery or decline.


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

Context: Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last <t>year</t>. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

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

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

2.  **Examine the context:**
    *   The phrase is: "...where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last `<t>year</t>`."
    *   The context discusses economic performance ("drop in output") over a recent, unspecified period.

3.  **Analyze the senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** A period of time containing 365 (or 366) days (e.g., "she is 4 years old," "in the year 1920"). This is the standard definition of a calendar year.
    *   **Sense 2:** A period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year used for a particular activity (e.g., "a school year").
    *   **Sense 3:** The period of time for a planet's revolution around the sun (e.g., "a Martian year").
    *   **Sense 4:** A body of students who graduate together (e.g., "the class of '97").

4.  **Match the context to the senses:**
    *   "Last year" in the context of economic output refers to the most recent 12-month period (or the most recent calendar year).
    *   This aligns perfectly with Sense 1: a standard period of time (a calendar year).

5.  **Conclusion:** The correct sense is 1.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=one of two equal parts of a divisible whole | synonyms=one-half | examples=half a loaf; half an hour
2. definition=one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval

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

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   The relevant sentence is: "But only around <t>half</t> of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2)."
    *   The word "half" is modifying "of respondents."
    *   The context is discussing percentages and proportions of a group (respondents).

3.  **Analyze the Senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=one of two equal parts of a divisible whole | synonyms=one-half | examples=half a loaf; half an hour. (This relates to proportion/fraction.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval. (This relates to halves of a performance/game.)

4.  **Match Context to Sense:**
    *   In the context, "half of respondents" means approximately 50% of the total group of respondents. This is a proportion of a whole group.
    *   This matches the definition of Sense 1 (one of two equal parts of a divisible whole).

5.  **Formulate the Output:** The correct sense is 1. (The output must be only the number.)


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent
2. definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer

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

2.  **Analyze the context:**
    *   The text discusses political attitudes, specifically "support for democracy" in countries like Peru, Mexico, and Brazil.
    *   It mentions percentages: "But only around half of <t>respondents</t> in Mexico and Brazil... are convinced democrats..."
    *   It continues: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice..."
    *   The word "respondents" is used in the context of surveys, polls, or studies measuring public opinion.

3.  **Analyze the senses provided:**
    *   Sense 1: definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent. (Legal/Marital context)
    *   Sense 2: definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer. (Survey/Poll/General response context)

4.  **Match the context to the senses:**
    *   The context involves measuring public opinion ("support for democracy," "convinced democrats," "pronounced themselves satisfied").
    *   People who provide answers in a survey or poll are "respondents" (Sense 2).
    *   Sense 1 (legal/adultery) is completely irrelevant to the text.

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

6.  **Format the output:** Return only the number.


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

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

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the request:** The user wants to identify which numbered sense of the word "Brazil" is used in the provided context. The output must be only the number.

2.  **Analyze the context:**
    *   The text discusses political attitudes, democracy, economic growth, and regional averages in South America.
    *   The specific sentence containing "Brazil" is: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and <t>Brazil</t>, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2)."
    *   The context refers to Brazil as a "country" and one of the "two most populous countries" in the region (South America/Latin America).

3.  **Analyze the senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | synonyms=Federative Republic of Brazil, Brasil. (This is the country.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell | synonyms=brazil nut. (This is the nut.)

4.  **Match the context to the senses:**
    *   The context refers to Brazil as a country ("the region's two most populous countries").
    *   Sense 1 refers to Brazil as a country.
    *   Sense 2 refers to the nut.

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

6.  **Format the output:** Return only the number.


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

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

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

reasoning_content:
1.  **Analyze the context:** The word "countries" appears twice:
    *   "...several countries on the Pacific rim of South America..." (Referring to Peru, Mexico, Brazil).
    *   "...the region's two most populous countries..." (Referring to Mexico and Brazil).
    *   "...how their country's democracy works in practice..." (Referring to the specific nation/state of the respondent).

2.  **Determine the meaning of "countries" in the context:** In all instances, "country" refers to a sovereign political entity, a nation-state, or a defined political region (like South America, which is composed of countries).

3.  **Evaluate the provided senses:**

    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations.
        *   *Match:* This perfectly matches the usage (Peru, Mexico, Brazil are political bodies/states).

    *   **Sense 2:** definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries.
        *   *Match:* This is also a strong candidate, as the political body (Sense 1) occupies a territory (Sense 2). However, Sense 1 focuses on the *political organization* (which is the primary focus when discussing democracy, institutions, and population). Sense 2 focuses purely on the physical landmass.

    *   **Sense 3:** definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation.
        *   *Mismatch:* The context is discussing the *political entity* (Peru, Mexico), not the population itself (though the population is contained within it).

    *   **Sense 4:** definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country.
        *   *Mismatch:* The context is clearly about political nations, not rural areas.

    *   **Sense 5:** definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country.
        *   *Mismatch:* While "region" is mentioned (South America), the specific use of "countries" refers to defined, sovereign political units, not vague geographical areas.

4.  **Select the best fit:** Since the text discusses "democracy," "core institutions," "economic growth," and "populous" entities, the primary meaning is the political entity/nation-state. Sense 1 ("a politically organized body of people under a single government") is the most precise fit for this political context. Sense 2 is acceptable but less specific to the *political* nature of the discussion.

5.  **Final Check:** The context is about political stability and democracy in Peru, Mexico, and Brazil. These are nation-states. Sense 1 defines a nation-state.

6.  **Output the result:** 1.


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

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

Senses:
1. definition=a member of the Democratic Party
2. definition=an advocate of democratic principles | synonyms=populist

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

2.  **Analyze the Context:**
    *   The text discusses "democracy," "core institutions," "support for democracy," "economic growth," and "how their country's democracy works in practice."
    *   The specific sentence is: "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced <t>democrats</t>, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2)."
    *   The surrounding text clarifies the topic: satisfaction with "how their country's democracy works in practice."

3.  **Analyze the Target Word and Usage:**
    *   Target word: `<t>democrats</t>` (plural).
    *   Contextual meaning: The respondents are "convinced democrats." This implies they hold strong beliefs in or support democratic ideals/systems.

4.  **Evaluate the Senses:**
    *   **Sense 1:** definition=a member of the Democratic Party. (This refers to a specific political party affiliation, usually in the US context, and doesn't fit the general discussion of support for democratic *principles* in Mexico/Brazil.)
    *   **Sense 2:** definition=an advocate of democratic principles | synonyms=populist. (This refers to someone who supports democracy itself. This perfectly matches the context where people are being measured on their belief in or support for the functioning of their country's democracy.)

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

6.  **Format the Output:** Return only the number.