Example sentences for building a descriptive writing

Example sentences
Setting the Scene/Location..........................................................................2
Describing Time...........................................................................................2
Describing Weather.....................................................................................2
Senses - Sight..............................................................................................3
Senses - Sound............................................................................................3
Senses - Smell.............................................................................................3
Senses - Taste..............................................................................................4
Senses - Touch.............................................................................................4
Introducing a Character...............................................................................5
Showing Emotion.........................................................................................5
Using Similes...............................................................................................5
Using Metaphors..........................................................................................6
Using Personification...................................................................................6
Describing Detail.........................................................................................6
Showing Perspective...................................................................................7
Describing Action........................................................................................7
Describing Mood/Atmosphere......................................................................8
Describing Relationships.............................................................................8
Describing Change......................................................................................8
Using Alliteration.........................................................................................9
Setting the Scene/Location
o "Situated amidst the ..........."
o "Tucked away in the heart of ..........."
o "Nestled in the shadow of ..........."
o "Perched precariously on the edge of ..........."
o "Suspended between ........... and ..........."
o "Embedded within the fabric of ..........."
o "Hovering on the outskirts of ..........."
o "Lost within the sprawling expanse of ..........."
o "Located at the intersection of ........... and ..........."
o "Lying beneath the canopy of ..........."

Describing Time
o "In the quiet hush of early ..........."
o "As the first light of ........... painted the sky..."
o "During the height of ..........., when ..........."
o "As the day succumbed to the embrace of ..........."
o "In the stillness of ..........., when ..........."
o "At the stroke of ..........., when ..........."
o "During the fleeting moments of ..........."
o "At the cusp of ..........., just as ..........."
o "In the heart of ..........., when ..........."
o "As the day faded into the tapestry of ..........."

Describing Weather
o "The air was filled with the scent of impending ..........."
o "A sudden ........... began to transform the landscape..."
o "The ........... painted everything in a new light..."
o "A blanket of ........... seemed to mute the world..."
o "The ........... whispered tales of ancient times..."
o "A ........... roared through the landscape, leaving ........... in its
wake..."
 o "The touch of ........... was a gentle caress against the skin..."
o "The ........... seemed to bleach everything a stark white..."
o "A ........... hammered against the earth, reshaping the world
outside..."
o "The ........... danced in the air, creating a spectacle of nature's
wonder..."

Senses - Sight
o "The ........... painted a vivid picture against the backdrop
of ..........."
o "........... stretched as far as the eye could see, a sight to
behold..."
o "The vibrant hues of ........... were a feast for the eyes..."
o "Dark shadows played tricks on the eyes, their forms ..........."
o "The ........... hung in the sky, a beacon against the expanse
of ..........."
o "The ........... lay before me, a vast canvas of ..........."
o "........... was a patchwork quilt of colors and textures..."
o "The ........... was a tapestry of ..........., ever-changing and
mesmerizing..."
o "The ........... bloomed in a riot of colors, their ........... vibrant
and enticing..."
o "The ........... swayed gently in the breeze, a sea of movement
and color..."

Senses - Sound
o "The ........... was a comforting melody in the silence
of ..........."
o "The rustle of ........... was the only sound in the otherwise
silent ..........."
o "The hum of ........... was a constant background noise..."
o "........... filled the air with a symphony of sound..."
o "The murmur of ........... was a soothing lullaby..."
o "The ........... was a deafening crescendo..."
o "The whisper of ........... carried stories from far-off places..."
o "The pounding of ........... against ........... was a rhythmic
tattoo..."
 o "The ........... pierced the quiet of the ..........."
o "The crash of ........... against ........... was a constant reminder
of ........... power..."

Senses - Smell
o "The air was infused with the scent of ..........."
o "There was a lingering aroma of ........... in the air."
o "The fragrance of ........... wafted through the atmosphere."
o "The scent of ........... hung heavy in the air."
o "The sharp tang of ........... teased the nostrils."
o "The smell of ........... was comforting and familiar."
o "The sweet perfume of ........... filled the surroundings."
o "The musky odour of ........... was impossible to ignore."
o "The smell of ........... was a silent testament to ..........."
o "The scent of ........... was a potent reminder of ..........."

Senses - Taste
o "The taste of ........... lingered on the tongue."
o "The ........... was a symphony of flavors."
o "The tangy taste of ........... was a pleasant surprise."
o "Every bite of ........... was a journey of discovery."
o "The bitter taste of ........... served as a harsh reminder
of ..........."
o "The sweet flavor of ........... was a moment of joy."
o "The spicy tang of ........... was a fiery delight."
o "The taste of ........... brought back memories of ..........."
o "The flavor of ........... was a complex blend of ..........."
o "The taste of ........... was as comforting as a warm blanket."

Senses - Touch
o "The ........... felt like a soft caress against the skin."
o "The rough texture of ........... was a stark contrast to ..........."
o "The silky feel of ........... was a luxury to touch."
o "The prickly surface of ........... was a sensory shock."
 o "The cool touch of ........... was a refreshing relief."
o "The warmth of ........... was comforting and familiar."
o "The smooth texture of ........... was akin to running fingers
over glass."
o "The ........... had a gritty feel under the fingertips."
o "The ........... felt heavy and substantial."
o "The touch of ........... was as light as a feather."

Introducing a Character
o "A figure of ..........., with a demeanor that spoke volumes."
o "A person who wore ........... like a second skin."
o "A character shrouded in the mystery of ..........."
o "Someone who carried the burden of ........... on their
shoulders."
o "A person whose eyes held the spark of ..........."
o "An individual with a spirit as free as ..........."
o "A character who was as unpredictable as ..........."
o "A person whose presence was as commanding as ..........."
o "An individual whose life was a testament to ..........."
o "A character who was as resilient as ..........."

Showing Emotion
o "Their eyes held a depth of ........... that was hard to ignore."
o "A wave of ........... washed over them, leaving them ..........."
o "Their heart pounded with the rhythm of ..........."
o "A surge of ........... coursed through their veins."
o "Their spirit was a whirlpool of ........... and ..........."
o "A silent tear traced the path of ........... down their cheek."
o "Their laughter was a melody of pure ..........."
o "Their face was a canvas painted with ..........."
o "The weight of ........... lay heavy on their shoulders."
o "Their soul danced to the tune of ..........."
Using Similes
o "As radiant as ..........., it shone with an inner glow."
o "Like a ..........., it was ever-changing and unpredictable."
o "As relentless as ..........., it refused to be subdued."
o "Like a ..........., it was a source of comfort and solace."
o "As fleeting as ..........., it was here one moment and gone the
next."
o "Like a ..........., it was a beacon of hope amid the chaos."
o "As sturdy as ..........., it withstood the tests of time."
o "Like a ..........., it was a moment of calm in a turbulent sea."
o "As vibrant as ..........., it was a feast for the eyes."
o "Like a ..........., it was full of twists and turns."

Using Metaphors
o "It was a fortress, guarding ........... against the onslaught
of ..........."
o "The ........... was a symphony, a harmonious blend of ...........
and ..........."
o "It was a labyrinth, full of twists, turns, and dead ends."
o "The ........... was a mirror, reflecting the world in all its glory
and despair."
o "It was a beacon, guiding ........... through the storm of ..........."
o "The ........... was a canvas, ready to be painted with the colors
of ..........."
o "It was a tapestry, woven with the threads of ..........."
o "The ........... was a book, each page filled with stories
of ..........."
o "It was a battlefield, where the war of ........... was fought."
o "The ........... was a garden, blooming with the flowers
of ..........."

Using Personification
o "The ........... whispered secrets of the ancient past."
o "The ........... danced in the breeze, their movements graceful
and flowing."
 o "The ........... seemed to sigh in relief as the heat of the day
faded."
o "The ........... groaned under the weight of ..........."
o "The ........... sang a lullaby of rustling leaves and twittering
birds."
o "The ........... murmured softly as it flowed over the rocks."
o "The ........... seemed to hold its breath, waiting for the storm
to pass."
o "The ........... roared in fury, its power undeniable."
o "The ........... seemed to shiver in the cold wind."
o "The ........... blinked with the lights of a thousand windows."

Describing Detail
o "The intricate pattern of ........... was a testament to the skill of
..........."
o "The fine details of ........... were a marvel to behold."
o "The subtle nuances of ........... were a reflection of ..........."
o "The delicate intricacies of ........... were a sight to behold."
o "The intricate details of ........... told a story of ..........."
o "The simplicity of ........... was a stark contrast to the
complexity of ..........."
o "The ........... was a mosaic of intricate details and patterns."
o "Each detail of ........... was crafted with precision and care."
o "The ........... was adorned with elaborate details, each one
telling a story."
o "The careful detailing of ........... was a tribute to the
craftsmanship of ..........."

Showing Perspective
o "Through the lens of ..........., the world looked very different."
o "From the vantage point of ..........., one could see the true
scale of ..........."
o "Looking through the prism of ..........., it was easy to see the
complexity of ..........."
o "From the viewpoint of ..........., the situation was far from
simple."
 o "Through the eyes of ..........., the world was a place of wonder
and discovery."
o "From their perspective, ........... was not a hurdle but an
opportunity."
o "Looking at it from ...........'s point of view, it was easy to
understand their frustration."
o "From the standpoint of ..........., the decision was justified."
o "Seeing it through the filter of ..........., it was a completely
different picture."
o "From the angle of ..........., it was a challenge that needed to
be addressed."

Describing Action
o "With a swift motion, they ..........."
o "Slowly but surely, they began to ..........."
o "With a sudden burst of energy, they ..........."
o "In a calculated move, they decided to ..........."
o "With a grace that belied their size, they ..........."
o "In a flurry of activity, they managed to ..........."
o "With a precision that was awe-inspiring, they ..........."
o "In a desperate attempt, they tried to ..........."
o "With a determination that was palpable, they ..........."
o "In a move that took everyone by surprise, they ..........."

Describing Mood/Atmosphere
o "The atmosphere was charged with ..........."
o "A sense of ........... hung in the air."
o "The mood was decidedly ..........., reflecting the situation."
o "A feeling of ........... permeated the surroundings."
o "The atmosphere was thick with ..........., making everyone
uneasy."
o "A wave of ........... swept through the crowd."
o "The mood was infectious, filled with ..........."
o "A sense of ........... was evident, despite the circumstances."
o "The atmosphere was buzzing with the energy of ..........."
 o "A feeling of ........... was palpable, touching everyone
present."

Describing Relationships
o "Their relationship was a delicate balance of ..........."
o "The bond between them was as strong as ..........."
o "Their connection was a complex web of ..........."
o "The ties that bound them were woven with the threads
of ..........."
o "Their relationship was a tapestry of ..........., each thread
telling a story."
o "The bond they shared was as deep as ..........., and as
enduring."
o "Their connection was a puzzle, full of intricate and complex
pieces."
o "The relationship was a dance of ..........., each move echoing
the other."
o "Their bond was as enduring as ..........., tested by time and
circumstance."
o "The ties that held them together were as delicate as ...........,
yet as strong as steel."

Describing Change
o "The change was as sudden as ..........., catching everyone off
guard."
o "The transformation was as slow as ..........., but equally
noticeable."
o "The shift was as subtle as ..........., yet it made all the
difference."
o "The change was as inevitable as ..........., and just as
impactful."
o "The transformation was a process, each stage marked
by ..........."
o "The shift was as dramatic as ..........., altering everything in its
path."
o "The change was as constant as ..........., shaping and
reshaping everything."
o "The transformation was as profound as ..........., leaving
nothing untouched."
 o "The shift was as unpredictable as ..........., keeping everyone
on their toes."
o "The change was as relentless as ..........., refusing to be
ignored."

Using Alliteration
o "The ........... babbled beneath the ........... bridge."
o "She sold ........... by the ........... shore."
o "........... danced in the ........... dawn light."
o "........... whispered in the ........... wind."
o "The ........... fluttered in the ........... forest."
o "........... shimmered in the ........... sunlight."
o "The ........... hummed a ........... harmony."
o "........... rustled in the ........... reeds."
o "........... twinkled in the ........... twilight."
o "........... sparkled in the ........... snow."