Problem: Continue the following story.

The cleanser was a better solution to the acne than the cream, so the 
Here's how I want to continue it: cleanser is probably stronger.

Problem: Continue the following story.

The cookies had a smoother texture than the brownies because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: brownies had walnuts in them.

Problem: Continue the following story.

John cannot walk the length of the whole yard without stopping. It was nothing like walking in the lawn. The 
Here's how I want to continue it:
yard is wide.