So he runs away from the issue; if he tells you a story of married life, it is a story of a "triangle"-the thrills of love Imperiling marriage, and either crushed out, or else wrecking the lives of the victims.
"The Book of Life: Vol. I Mind and Body; Vol. II Love and Society"
Upton Sinclair
I have no right, however," he added gravely, "to keep Miss Dows from Imperiling them by her social relations."
"Sally Dows and Other Stories"
Bret Harte
Placing his hands on the negro's shoulders, he shoved him forwards, falling into a "lock step" so close behind him that it became impossible for the most expert marksman to fire at one without Imperiling the other's life.
"Sally Dows and Other Stories"
Bret Harte