Example Sentences

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But I am transgressing the rule I laid down for myself in the outset of these stories—not to prate much about my own pets.

From Stories about Animals: with Pictures to Match by Woodworth, Francis C. (Francis Channing)

"Perhaps I am transgressing, but it seems to me that one living here in comfort, even comparative luxury, might be a little more considerate towards those less fortunate."

From Thurston of Orchard Valley by Dunton, W. Herbert

I am transgressing the doctor's orders in seeing any body.

From Man and Wife by Collins, Wilkie

But in merely mentioning these subjects I am transgressing my proper limits.

From A Critical Examination of Socialism by Mallock, W. H. (William Hurrell)

I know I am transgressing, but, I assure you, the occasion warrants it.

From Lost Man's Lane A Second Episode in the Life of Amelia Butterworth by Green, Anna Katharine