Writing Tips vol. 4
See how the isolated sentence contrasts with the surrounding text, bringing out the stark, bleak feeling of the scene? you can use that to really punch your point across.
Brother Light, Brother Dark: In Which a Loose End is Tied Up
As he scanned over his surroundings, taking small and cautious steps back to his horse, another dull thunk revealed another throwing knife embedded in a nearby tree trunk.
Nala's Venture: The Floodlands
Thirst sated, she looked up to observe her surroundings. to her shock, but not incredible surprise, she recognized none of the landmarks surrounding her.
the dark arts
"it would work if we weren't surrounded!" he shouted. "mystic sword art: double twirling vortex!" i threw one sword in front of me and it spun round the outside of the demons surrounding us.
Hunting Death- Ambushed
And much to my own shame, i am so out of it and unaware of my surroundings that it's actually the bat that first notices that we are being surrounded. there is at least a dozen or two of these humans, all well enough armed.
Elisyum: The Great Lords: Prelude
Besides he is surrounded by darkness... i believe it'll not be too long before he falls to evil." "i believe in him! he may be surrounded by darkness, but he is still bearer of a good heart!"
The Elder Scrolls V : Skyrim Chapter 3
He took a deep breath and closed his eyes as he revelled in the cold air that surrounded him. kassi'm chuckled slightly as he slowly rose to his knees.
Triad's Sci-Fi Furry Book Chapter Two (Draft)
-- the ship on the tarmac was surrounded with vulpinasians when it landed.
Chapter 19: An Intruder Is On A Loose.
Al looked at his surroundings and they were completely surrounded. "biyomon, make a path! palmon, cover our escape route! and also invite team!" biyomon and palmon receive a notice and accept it then began the task they were told to.
Invane: ReTree
It was rather impossible to see anything surrounding us which was a surprise even for me. yet despite the forest being dark; it was also noisy.
The Legend of Spyro: Path of Delusions Book VIII Chapter 11
Darkness is in you and it won't let go, it will surround you, pretend to be your friend, protect you.
The Imp
Suddenly a loud snap envelopes the surrounding forest, low omnipresent growls being heard. your heart skips alive, fear and adrenaline overtaking your body as your fight or flight instincts take over.