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Jill poured the brownie mix from the cup into the pan until the 
Here's how I want to continue it: cup was empty.

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The ball shot by John could not escape the grip of the keeper because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: shot is weak.

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The fashionista wanted to store her hats in the closets but the 
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closets were too small.