Problem: How does the sentence end?

John wanted to install a shelf for his cactus but the 
Answer: shelf was too narrow.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

The worker tried to store the paint in the garage but the 
Answer: paint was too large.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

The witnesses at the table were better than the ones at the sidewalk, because the 
Answer: table was close to the crime.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Adam liked to go to the beach on vacation but Lawrence liked to go to the mountains. 
Answer:
Lawrence booked a trip to Denver.