Why did Defoe vent his grief at this conduct in such strong language to his son-in-law, at the same time enjoining him to make a prudent use of it?
"Daniel Defoe"
William Minto
The unknown started back, pressed her finger on her lips enjoining silence, and beckoned her to follow.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
Lucien Thurbyfil wanted to help her by wiping the dishes, but she sent him out to the sweet-apple tree with a basket, enjoining him to bring only the mellow ones.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine