# guess_18_discern_extract Prompts and Outputs

## Prompts

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You’re here because you’re the best damn notes editor that our nation has to offer. Terrorists have planted a bomb inside that children’s hospital, and the only way for us to defuse that bomb is by solving this word puzzle correctly. If we fail, thousands of innocent children will die.

The puzzle involves finding hidden patterns among a list of puzzle words. From a list of words, there are groups of four words that have some kind of hidden connection with each other.

Our best brainstormers have been writing down every thought that comes into their head about how to solve this puzzle. Your job is to look over their notes and copy from each note each possible solution that a brainstormer has identified, along with the brainstormer’s explanation of the connection between the words in that solution.


 
 You should not copy from the notes any guesses that we already know were incorrect. 
 The following guesses were incorrect: 
CORE DEMI PUSH-UP SPORTS


Here are the brainstormers’ notes:


 ## Brainstorming Note #1 
 
Alright, let's tackle this step by step. We need to find four words from the list that each connect to different meanings of the same word or letter. Let's start by examining each word and see if we can find any connections.

1. **THRUST**: 
   - Could relate to a forceful push or shove.
   - Could also refer to the main point or essence of an argument.

2. **CORE**:
   - Could refer to the central part of something, like an apple core.
   - Could also mean the most essential or important part of something.

3. **MEAT**:
   - Could refer to the flesh of an animal used as food.
   - Could also mean the main part or substance of something, like the "meat" of an argument.

4. **SPORTS**:
   - Could refer to physical activities or games.
   - Could also mean to wear or display something, as in "sporting a new hat."

5. **PUSH-UP**:
   - Could refer to the exercise.
   - Could also mean to increase or raise something, like "push up the volume."

6. **SUBSTANCE**:
   - Could refer to a particular kind of matter with uniform properties.
   - Could also mean the essence or most important part of something.

7. **DEMI**:
   - Could refer to something that is half or partial, like "demigod."
   - Could also be a prefix used in various contexts, like "demitasse."

8. **WIRELESS**:
   - Could refer to technology that operates without wires, like Wi-Fi.
   - Could also mean a radio or communication system that doesn't use wires.

Now, let's try to find a common word or letter that connects different meanings for four of these words:

- **CORE** and **SUBSTANCE** both connect to the idea of the "essence" or "main part" of something.
- **THRUST** and **PUSH-UP** both connect to the idea of a "forceful movement" or "increase."

Let's see if we can find a word that connects these meanings:

- The word "ESSENCE" could connect CORE and SUBSTANCE.
- The word "FORCE" could connect THRUST and PUSH-UP.

However, we need four words that connect to different meanings of the same word. Let's try another approach:

- **CORE** (central part)
- **MEAT** (main part)
- **SUBSTANCE** (essence)
- **THRUST** (main point)

These could all connect to different meanings of the word "ESSENCE" or "MAIN PART."

Let's see if this fits the pattern:

- CORE: Central part of something.
- MEAT: Main part or substance of something.
- SUBSTANCE: Essence or most important part.
- THRUST: Main point or essence of an argument.

This seems to fit the pattern of different meanings of the word "ESSENCE" or "MAIN PART." Let's go with this combination:

CORE, MEAT, SUBSTANCE, THRUST

If this doesn't work, we can try another approach. Let me know if you want to explore other possibilities!
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 ## Brainstorming Note #2 
 
Let's tackle this puzzle by analyzing potential phrases that can follow each puzzle word in the list. The objective is to identify any common phrase that can logically append to each puzzle word.

### Initial Brainstorming:

- **DEMI** - god, Moore, lovato, tasse
- **MEAT** - loaf, ball, market, grinder
- **SPORTS** - car, center, bar, team
- **WIRELESS** - network, connection, technology, router
- **CORE** - strength, apple, group, values
- **PUSH-UP** - bra, challenge, exercise, bar
- **SUBSTANCE** - abuse, use, matter, control
- **THRUST** - vector, force, stage, bearing

### Observations:

Let's look for a common word or phrase that can follow four of these puzzle words.

1. **DEMI** - "god" is a strong candidate (demigod).
2. **MEAT** - "loaf" or "ball" are common (meatloaf, meatball).
3. **SPORTS** - "car" or "bar" are common (sports car, sports bar).
4. **WIRELESS** - "network" or "router" are common (wireless network, wireless router).
5. **CORE** - "strength" or "values" are common (core strength, core values).
6. **PUSH-UP** - "bra" or "challenge" are common (push-up bra, push-up challenge).
7. **SUBSTANCE** - "abuse" or "control" are common (substance abuse, substance control).
8. **THRUST** - "vector" or "force" are common (thrust vector, thrust force).

### Potential Matches:

- **DEMI** - "god" (demigod)
- **CORE** - "strength" (core strength)
- **SUBSTANCE** - "abuse" (substance abuse)
- **THRUST** - "force" (thrust force)

Unfortunately, these don't share a common word or phrase that follows all four. Let's try another approach:

- **DEMI** - "tasse" (demitasse)
- **MEAT** - "ball" (meatball)
- **SPORTS** - "bar" (sports bar)
- **WIRELESS** - "network" (wireless network)

Again, no commonality among four words. Let's try one more grouping:

- **DEMI** - "god" (demigod)
- **MEAT** - "market" (meat market)
- **SPORTS** - "car" (sports car)
- **WIRELESS** - "technology" (wireless technology)

No clear pattern emerges here either. 

### Conclusion:

For this set, I haven't found a strong pattern match involving four words that can logically be followed by the same word or phrase. We might need to consider a different pattern or set of words. If you have any other ideas or need further assistance, let me know!
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 ## Brainstorming Note #3 
 
Let's break down the puzzle words and see if we can find a connection between them that fits the pattern of being parts of the same thing or process.

1. **SUBSTANCE**: This could refer to a material or matter, but it's quite broad.
2. **SPORTS**: This refers to physical activities or games, but it's also broad.
3. **WIRELESS**: This could refer to technology that operates without wires, such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
4. **PUSH-UP**: This is a type of exercise.
5. **DEMI**: This is a prefix meaning "half" or "partial," often used in terms like "demigod" or "demitasse."
6. **MEAT**: This refers to animal flesh used as food.
7. **CORE**: This could refer to the central part of something, like the core of an apple or the core muscles in the body.
8. **THRUST**: This refers to a forceful push or drive, often used in contexts like engines or physical movements.

Let's try to find connections:

- **CORE** and **THRUST**: These could be related to physical exercise or movements, as core exercises often involve thrusting motions.
- **PUSH-UP**: This is directly related to exercise, specifically targeting the core and upper body.
- **WIRELESS**: This could be a stretch, but if we think of wireless technology in terms of fitness, it could relate to wireless fitness trackers or devices used during exercise.

Let's see if we can find a group of four words that fit a specific theme:

1. **CORE**, **PUSH-UP**, **THRUST**, **WIRELESS**: These could all relate to a modern fitness routine or gym setting. Core exercises, push-ups, and thrusts are common exercises, and wireless technology is often used in fitness tracking.

This is a bit of a stretch, but it could be a possible connection. If this doesn't work, we might need to consider a different pattern or set of connections. Let me know if you want to explore another angle or if you have any other ideas!
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 ## Brainstorming Note #4 
 
Let's tackle this step by step. We need to find four words from the list that can be synonymous verbs. 

1. **Identify potential verbs:**
   - PUSH-UP: This is typically a noun referring to an exercise, but "push" can be a verb.
   - DEMI: This is usually an adjective meaning "half" or "partial," not a verb.
   - WIRELESS: This is typically an adjective or noun, not a verb.
   - CORE: This can be a verb meaning "to remove the core from something," like an apple.
   - SUBSTANCE: This is typically a noun, not a verb.
   - MEAT: This is typically a noun, not a verb.
   - SPORTS: This is typically a noun, but "sport" can be a verb meaning "to wear or display."
   - THRUST: This can be a verb meaning "to push or drive with force."

2. **Identify potential synonyms:**
   - PUSH (from PUSH-UP) and THRUST are synonymous verbs meaning "to apply force."
   - CORE doesn't seem to have a direct synonym among the other words.
   - SPORT (from SPORTS) doesn't seem to have a direct synonym among the other words.

3. **Re-evaluate and try different combinations:**
   - Let's focus on PUSH and THRUST as a starting point. We need two more words that can be synonymous verbs with these.
   - Consider other meanings or less common uses of the words:
     - WIRELESS: Could it be used as a verb in a specific context? Not typically.
     - SUBSTANCE: Could it be used as a verb in a specific context? Not typically.
     - MEAT: Could it be used as a verb in a specific context? Not typically.
     - DEMI: Could it be used as a verb in a specific context? Not typically.

4. **Conclusion:**
   - It seems challenging to find four words that fit the pattern of synonymous verbs from this list. PUSH and THRUST are a pair, but we need two more words to complete the set.

Since we can't find a complete set of four synonymous verbs, we might need to consider a different pattern or re-evaluate the list for other potential verb meanings. Let me know if you want to try a different approach or if there are any other words to consider.
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 ## Brainstorming Note #5 
 
Let's go through the list of words and identify potential homophones. Then, we'll narrow down the list to actual homophones and see if any group of four words shares a common connection.

**Step 1: Identify Homophones**

1. Wireless - No homophone comes to mind.
2. Meat - Possible homophone "meet."
3. Core - Possible homophone "corps."
4. Demi - No homophone comes to mind.
5. Thrust - No homophone comes to mind.
6. Substance - No homophone comes to mind.
7. Push-up - No homophone comes to mind.
8. Sports - No homophone comes to mind.

**Step 2: Narrow down list**

From the list, the potential homophones are:

- Meat - "meet"
- Core - "corps"

**Step 3: Extract connection from list**

Unfortunately, we only have two words that are potential homophones, and we need a group of four. Let's try to think of other possible homophones or connections:

- Meat ("meet") and Core ("corps") could be part of a theme related to gatherings or groups, but we need more words to fit this pattern.

Since we don't have enough words to form a group of four with a common connection, it seems this set of words might not contain the solution. We may need to consider a different pattern or list of words. If you have another list or pattern in mind, please share it, and we can try again.
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Your response should consist of each possible solution that a brainstormer has identified, along with the brainstormer’s explanation of the connection between the words in that solution. Good luck, godspeed, and God bless America. We’re all counting on you.

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user: From your brainstorming notes, extract viable answers for this puzzle: MEAT WIRELESS PUSH-UP SUBSTANCE DEMI CORE SPORTS THRUST

## Output

Here are the possible solutions identified in the brainstorming notes:

1. **Brainstorming Note #1:**
   - **Solution:** MEAT, CORE, SUBSTANCE, THRUST
   - **Explanation:** These words could all connect to different meanings of the word "ESSENCE" or "MAIN PART."
     - CORE: Central part of something.
     - MEAT: Main part or substance of something.
     - SUBSTANCE: Essence or most important part.
     - THRUST: Main point or essence of an argument.

2. **Brainstorming Note #3:**
   - **Solution:** CORE, PUSH-UP, THRUST, WIRELESS
   - **Explanation:** These could all relate to a modern fitness routine or gym setting. Core exercises, push-ups, and thrusts are common exercises, and wireless technology is often used in fitness tracking.

These are the viable solutions extracted from the brainstorming notes.

