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Joel didn't want to let Logan play with the slot machine even though 
Here's how I want to continue it: Logan was on a cold streak.

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Sarah was able to get a car payment reduction without a refinanced loan unlike Kayla because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Sarah had a better credit score.

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She bought a bike instead of a car because she is living on a budget and the 
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bike is less expensive.