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Term: importune

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To urgently or persistently request, beg, or ask for something from someone.

Sample Sentence: She importuned him for weeks to lend her some money.

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Sense 2:

Definition: To disturb or annoy someone by persistent requests or demands.

Sample Sentence: The salesman importuned the customer with offers even after being told 'no' multiple times.

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Sense 3:

Definition: To urge or solicit someone excessively or inappropriately.

Sample Sentence: The paparazzi importuned the celebrity for an interview, even though they were clearly not interested.

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Describing something that is urgent, persistent, or incessant.

Sample Sentence: He found her importune requests to be irritating and intrusive.

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Sense 2:

Definition: Describing a person who is overly persistent or demanding.

Sample Sentence: Her importune behavior in the office led to conflicts with her colleagues.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A request or petition made with urgency or persistence.

Sample Sentence: The importune of the citizens compelled the government to take action.

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