Our sin, no doubt, hems us round with a thousand disabilities, and fears, and anxieties in this world, often dreadful to bear as the shame of this woman; there gradually gathers round us a brood of mischiefs we have given birth to by Overstepping God's law, a brood that throngs our steps, and makes a peaceful and happy life impossible.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I"
Marcus Dods
A draught of wine steadied him somewhat, and softly Overstepping Christian he roused the Adventurer, to get comfort of human speech.
"The Unknown Sea"
Clemence Housman
The assumption of authority was so unexpected, so complete, and yet not Overstepping one inch the authority which Mrs. Grey really possessed, that both sister-in-law and servant stood petrified, and offered no resistance, until Miss Gascoigne said, quivering with passion.
"Christian's Mistake"
Dinah Maria Mulock Craik