Enjoining
[en'dʒɔɪnɪŋ]
Definition
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Enjoin
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Examples
- Of which,' pursued the cherub, enjoining patience with his hand, 'a certain mercenary young person distantly related to myself, could not approve? Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- Likewise, on John's offering a suggestion which didn't meet his views, his face became overcast and reproachful, as enjoining penance. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
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