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Show- don’t tell

Compiled By:Rufus Yousuf 03334467159


The phrases below can be tailored and woven into your
narrative to create a compelling and immersive experience for
the reader. Remember, the key to effective narrative writing
lies in showing rather than telling, and these phrases can help
you do just that.

1. Capturing Emotions:

• "Her heart raced like a drumbeat in her chest."

• "Tears welled up in his eyes, a silent testament to his


unspoken grief."

• "A wave of nostalgia washed over her, as poignant as the


scent of rain on dry earth."

2. Describing Settings and Atmosphere:

• "The moon hung low, a silvery guardian in the night sky."

• "Shadows danced on the walls, playing a silent melody of


the forgotten."

• "The sun set in a blaze of glory, painting the sky in hues


of orange and pink."

3. Illustrating Action and Movement:

• "He darted through the alleyways like a shadow chased


by the light."

• "Her fingers flew across the piano keys, weaving a


tapestry of sound."
• "Leaves rustled underfoot, whispering secrets of the
ancient forest."

4. Conveying Thoughts and Reflections:

• "Memories flickered in her mind, elusive and tantalizing."

• "He pondered the mysteries of the universe, lost in a sea


of thoughts."

• "Questions echoed in her mind, a relentless tide seeking


answers."

5. Creating Suspense or Mystery:

• "A chill ran down his spine, a prelude to the unknown."

• "Whispers in the dark hinted at secrets too dangerous to


be spoken aloud."

• "Something lurked in the shadows, unseen but deeply


felt."

6. Depicting Relationships and Interactions:

• "Their hands met, a silent language of comfort and


understanding."

• "Eyes locked, they shared a moment of unspoken


connection."

• "He watched her, a mix of longing and admiration in his


gaze."

7. Introducing Characters:

• "She entered the room with an aura of confidence that


commanded attention."

• "His smile was a beacon in the gloom, warm and inviting."


• "A stranger with eyes like storm clouds, holding stories
yet to be told."

8, Happiness:

• "Her laughter echoed like music in the air."

• "A smile spread across his face, bright as the summer


sun."

• "Eyes twinkling with unspoken joy, she radiated


happiness."

9. Sadness:

• "Tears streamed down her face, each a silent bearer of


sorrow."

• "He carried a weight in his heart, heavy with unshed


grief."

• "In her eyes lay a sea of sadness, deep and uncharted."

10. Anger:

• "His words were sharp as daggers, cutting through the


silence."

• "Fury blazed in her eyes, a fire unquenchable."

• "He clenched his fists, anger simmering beneath the


surface."

11. Fear:

• "Her breath hitched, held captive by a tide of fear."

• "Shadows loomed, stirring the embers of his deepest


fears."
• "A shiver of fear trickled down her spine, cold and
unyielding."

• Surprise:

• "His eyes widened, shock painting his features."

• "A gasp escaped her lips, a testament to her


astonishment."

• "Surprise flickered across his face, quick and


unexpected."

12. Love:

• "Her heart fluttered, a delicate dance of love."

• "He gazed at her, eyes alight with the warmth of


affection."

• "In his embrace, she found a haven of love."

13. Loneliness:

• "A cloak of loneliness enveloped her, isolating and cold."

• "He stood alone, a solitary figure in a sea of faces."

• "In the silence, her loneliness whispered tales of


solitude."

14. Confusion:

• "Questions swirled in her mind, a maelstrom of


confusion."

• "His brows furrowed, lost in a labyrinth of uncertainty."

• "A puzzled look crossed her face, a mirror of her inner


turmoil."

15. Determination:
• "Eyes set with steely resolve, she faced her challenges
head-on."

• "With a determined step, he walked towards his


destiny."

• "Resolve hardened in her heart, unyielding and strong."

16. Relief:

• "A sigh of relief escaped him, light as a feather."

• "Tension melted from her shoulders, washed away by


waves of relief."

• "In that moment of relief, her world righted itself once


more."

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