How to describe a situation in writing

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;

- how the scenario appears,
- sounds during situation
- feelings during situation
- tastes and smells etc during the situation

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

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 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.”