Personification is a technique in literature, where non human subjects are depicted with human features, activities or properties. It is used to enhance the readers’ mental picture of the subject under discussion and to make them understand the non-human entities in a more personal manner.
100 Examples of Personification Sentences
- The wind whispered secrets to the trees.
- The sun smiled warmly upon the meadow.
- The old house howled under the weight of its memories.
- The stars winked mischievously at the couple below.
- The flowers danced in the pleasant breeze.
- The ocean waves sang a lullaby to the shore.
- The autumn leaves gestured goodbye as they fell.
- The mirror declined to show her reflection.
- The thunder grumbled its discontent.
- The car shouted and coughed before dying on the roadside.
- The teapot whistled happily, ready for tea time.
- The clock hands marched commonly onward.
- The raindrops tapped a rhythm on the windowpane.
- The moon glanced shyly from behind the clouds.
- The book breathed as it was finally opened after years on the shelf.
- The vegetables cowered at the back of the refrigerator.
- The sunflowers craned their necks to watch the journey of the sun.
- The city never slept, always crowded with energy.
- The ancient oak tree stood guardian over the forest.
- The fire danced cheerfully in the hearth.
- The mountain stood tall, demanding climbers to conquer its peak.
- The fog crawls silently through the streets.
- The computer threw a tantrum, refusing to start.
- The chocolate cake tempted dieters from its display case.
- The scissors snipped off happily through the wrapping paper.
- The old sweater embraced its wearer, offering comfort.
- The willow tree wept over the still pond.
- The storm clouds gathered, plotting their next move.
- The daffodils nodded their approval of the spring weather.
- The coffee maker bubbled and sizzled, brewing liquid energy.
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- The floorboards squeaked, complaining under heavy footsteps.
- The shadow sneaked in the corner, waiting for nightfall.
- The pencil rocked across the page, bringing stories to life.
- The alarm clock squealed, shattering the morning silence.
- The washing machine hummed a tune as it worked.
- The autumn wind playfully tousled the leaves.
- The snowflakes waltzed gracefully to the ground.
- The camera winked, capturing the moment forever.
- The lighthouse beam swept the ocean, searching for lost ships.
- The falling star streaked across the sky, waving goodbye to the heavens.
- The needle winced as it pierced the fabric.
- The stairs groaned under the weight of heavy footsteps.
- The old rocking chair creaked with contentment as someone sat down.
- The keyboard clicked away, telling its own story.
- The mirror pool reflected the sky, drinking in the clouds.
- The candle flame danced merrily, casting playful shadows.
- The worn path meandered lazily through the forest.
- The curtains fluttered excitedly as the window opened.
- The morning fog hugged the landscape tightly.
- The rusty gate whined in protest as it was pushed open.
- The ancient tome whispered forgotten secrets to its reader.
- The moonlight tiptoed across the sleeping town.
- The broken watch sighed, its time finally run out.
- The falling leaves pirouetted gracefully to the ground.
- The old violin sang mournfully under the musician’s bow.
- The winter wind howled its displeasure through bare branches.
- The moss crept slowly up the stone wall.
- The ocean waves clapped against the shore in applause.
- The stars gossiped in twinkling whispers across the night sky.
- The thundercloud grumbled threats of an impending storm.
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- The sunbeam gently caressed the sleeping cat’s fur.
- The old floorboard groaned, betraying the midnight snacker’s presence.
- The raindrops raced each other down the windowpane.
- The autumn leaves blushed a deep red as the season changed.
- The lonely sock sulked at the bottom of the laundry basket.
- The stubborn stain refused to budge from the carpet.
- The hungry stomach growled its impatience.
- The city lights winked at the travelers as they approached.
- The ancient redwood trees whispered tales of centuries past.
- The crumpled paper wept inky tears in the wastebasket.
- The morning dew kissed the petals of blooming flowers.
- The rusty hinge screamed in protest as the door opened.
- The loyal dog’s tail wagged a cheerful greeting.
- The stubborn zipper finally relented and slid into place.
- The impatient traffic light blinked rapidly, urging cars to move.
- The old photograph faded, its memories slowly slipping away.
- The untamed ivy climbed ambitiously up the brick wall.
- The mismatched socks danced awkwardly in the dryer.
- The frozen pond shivered under the winter’s icy grip.
- The flowers felt it worth it to experience the warmth provided by the sun.
- There was a gentle breeze blowing as the leaves of the trees gave their voices, making a hissing sound.
- The waves of the ocean was playful and singing under the light of the moon that was up in the sky.
- The fire burnt with bright flames and it was emitting crackling sound that threw sparks up into the dark heavens above.
- The rain was falling rather aggressively, and it seemed that the drops themselves want to get inside, hammering on the metal roof.
- The sting of the wind was bitter, and its wrath rose with the force of a storm and tore wildly through the vast expanse of the earth.
- The coy pond giggled as I threw pebbles into its water which formed minute ripples on the surface.
- The popcorn danced around the pan popping out so excitedly, it seemed to be waiting to be eaten.
- The alarm clock was especially loud and harsh to disturb me from a sound slumber that I truly deserved.
- The clouds sailed majestically across the sky almost in synchrony to the rhythm of the wind.
- The smile of the pumpkin carved on the face was very big and the carved eyes just twinkled in the silent darkness.
- The trees started reaching for the sky, the great blue expanse above them.
- The stars pissed at the two young couples holding hand and walking together under one roof.
- The mouse greedily took bites off the cheese as small as possible, almost swallowing them with delight.
- The waves mounted the shore so lightly that they seemed to gently kiss the sandy beach.
- The house was desolate, and echoed even the small sounds that were produced, having been devoid of inhabitants for quite some time.
- Some of the activities that took place in the meeting room included the following: The teachers were all over discussing and planning on various ideas.
- The thunder murmurs complaining that people disturbs its sleep in the early morning.
- These alarms started screaming when they found something burning.
- As I strolled to school, the chilly wind, prickled my nose and my cheeks.
- The flowers danced gracefully in the wind.
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