Problem: Continue the following story.

Donald swam faster than Leslie so
Here's how I want to continue it: Leslie fell behind them in their swimming match at the water front.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Balloons were a much worse hit at the party than the games, because the
Here's how I want to continue it: balloons were boring.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Tanya declined to join the singing club after the club leader Maria invited her.
Here's how I want to continue it:
Tanya abhorred the spotlight.