Problem: How does the sentence end?

The new speed boat Julie purchased for herself would not fit in her garage, the 
Answer: boat was too large.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

There was only a little fuel left in the tank, so to travel a far distance was out of the question, since the 
Answer: distance was too great.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Sarah found the sound of the sax peaceful but Maria found it grating. 
Answer: Sarah bought a Kenny G album.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Kenneth tries to always think positive compared to Michael because 
Answer:
Michael is a very pessimistic person.