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Nick drank much more water than Joseph did so 
Here's how I want to continue it: Joseph ended up gaining more weight.

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Brett went to a flower store and bought a bouquet of flowers for Nick because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Brett loves him.

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James wore the T-shirt  to the concert and left the jacket at home because the 
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T-shirt was less tight-fitting and he wanted to be comfortable.