The old man sat by the warm fire, reading a book.

Meaning: A man who has lived for a long time was seated next to a fire that was producing heat and light, looking at a book.

Choice of Words: Old means having lived for a long time, while warm means having a comfortable temperature. Sat means to be in a position where your bottom is resting on a surface, and fire is a controlled burning of material that produces heat and light.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The old man sat by the fire, reading a book.
• The old man sat by the fireplace, reading a book.
• The old man sat by the warm fire.
• The old man sat quietly by the fire.
• The old man sat quietly by the crackling fire.
• The old man sat by the fire, lost in thought.
• He glanced at the old man reading a book.
• The old woman sat quietly by the warm fire.
• The old man sat on the comfortable couch and read a fascinating book.
• The old man sat in his rocking chair and read a book.