Problem: How does the sentence end?

Samuel likes to rollerblade a lot, but Brett is more of a skateboarder, so
Answer: Brett dislikes the skating rink.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

My doctor told me to use an ointment on my hip pain instead of a patch. The
Answer: patch worked poorly on easing the pain.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Neil was having trouble dealing with death and asked Nelson for advice for
Answer: Neil had never dealt with this issue.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

This was Brian's first child but not Donald so
Answer:
Brian had no idea what to do with the contractions.