Behind and at her right, almost hidden by the amplitude of her mantle, kneels a poor wretch who is introduced here by some necessity of the commission itself, but is skilfully prevented from Obtruding his needs on the serene beauty of the scene.
"Holbein"
Beatrice Fortescue
I know that I am taking a great liberty in Obtruding this request upon you; but I am very friendless, and very little versed in worldly knowledge.
"That Boy Of Norcott's"
Charles James Lever
It will not involve my remaining on the spot, or Obtruding myself in any way.
"Peccavi"
E. W. Hornung