Here are some writing guidelines and examples for summarizing a situation:
- Use figurative language:
- The author can describe the situation with similes and expressions etc.
- Include sensory details:
The author can describe the followings;
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- how the scenario appears,
- sounds during situation
- feelings during situation
- tastes and smells etc during the situation
- Use dialogue:
Dialogue can assist to bring a situation to life and give the reader a sense of what is going on.
- Use adjectives:
- Adjectives can help the author to describe the situation. For example, a situation can be described as
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- Peaceful
- Chaotic
- tense
- calming
- Serene
- Stressful
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- Consider the perspective:
- The way a scenario or situation is portrayed can vary depending on the writer’s perspective.
Examples of describing situations in writing
- “The soothing sound of trickling water and lavender scent filled the place.”
- The room was full of yelling and smoke as the fire raged.
- “The storm’s arrival was anxious and exhilarating.”
- As we awaited the results, the mood was tense and full of anticipation.
- “The birdsong and lavender scent created a peaceful atmosphere.”
- “The room was peaceful with soft music and lavender scent.”
- “People shouted and sweated as we prepared for the big event.”
- As we prepared for the big event, the room was full of people hustling and perspiration.
- “As we awaited the other shoe, the mood was tight and nasty.”
- “Soft music and the lavender scent created a peaceful atmosphere.”
- Smoke flooded the student housing as the fire continued.
- “The atmosphere was tense and expectant as we awaited the findings.”
- “The room was peaceful with gentle music and lavender aroma.”
- “The room was filled with people hurrying and the smell of terror when the earthquake struck.”
- “Friends chatted and laughed peacefully at the hostel.”
- “The mood was tense because we anticipated the judgement.”
- The music was calming.
- “Cries flooded the room as Robert entered.”
- “As we faced off, the air was thick with unsaid emotions.”
- As we awaited the results, the mood was tense and full of anticipation.
- “Birds chirping and freshly cut grass filled the room, creating a peaceful atmosphere.”
- “The air was thick with unspoken emotions as we awaited the other shoe to drop.”
- “Soft music and freshly cut grass filled the space.”
- “The fire filled the room with screams and smoke.”