Problem: Being romantic came naturally to Eric, but Dennis had to put in more effort. 

My choice: Eric was good at expressing emotions.


Problem: The bills of Samuel are unpaid, while Neil paid all of his off. So, 

My choice: Samuel is worse off financially.


Problem: The stick was swallowed in the pot of juice it was meant to be stirred. The 

My choice: stick is short.


Problem: James finished watching the movie while on a journey to his hometown. The 

My choice:
movie is short.