Problem: How does the sentence end?

The desk at the hotel was in better condition than the chair, because the 
Answer: chair was ancient.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

The athlete had to prepare for the final competition with his uniform but not his helmet because the 
Answer: uniform was with him.

Problem: How does the sentence end?

They spent their money on the whistle, instead of the stop watch. The track coach needed a 
Answer: whistle .

Problem: How does the sentence end?

Donald's cat ran faster and won the race against Kenneth's cat, so 
Answer:
Donald won the bet.