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James found that the tank was surprisingly easy to operate and not the vehicle because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: vehicle had complex controls.

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Badminton was a lot easier for Josh than tennis because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: badminton court was smaller.

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William told Brett that he had started taking these pills off of the TV to increase his mental stamina.  
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William was enthusiastic about them.