1
as in demand
something that someone insists upon having
overwhelmed by the often conflicting importunities of pressure groups
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2
as in harassment
the act of making unwelcome intrusions upon another
resented the importunity of those annoying telemarketers
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Recent Examples of importunity
Our own house has turned into a kind of office, a site of fax and phone, of administration and importunity.
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Seamus Heaney, Harper's Magazine, 2 June 2024
Seamus Heaney, Harper's Magazine, 2 June 2024
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In recent years, Brazil’s luxury real estate market has been growing increasingly stronger, driven by demand from high-net-worth individuals for beachfront properties, exclusive retreats, and eco-conscious homes.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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As that urgency to sign increases, demands from players and agents must change, as must their willingness to negotiate with teams.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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President Donald Trump approved the state's request for an emergency disaster declaration for the historic flooding, the governor said, adding that rising rivers and snow this week remain a threat.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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However, for Browns general manager Andrew Berry and a franchise at a quarterback crossroads, two things take precedence, both in the building and in external headlines: Myles Garrett’s trade request and the team’s ongoing quarterback search.—
Zac Jackson,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Unlike hemp shops, licensed marijuana shops may sell only to adults 21 and over, must limit their window advertising, must meet expensive licensing and security requirements, and must test and label their products for potency and purity.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Until two weeks ago, DeSantis’ administration had not taken any action against an employer for violating E-Verify requirements.—
Lawrence Mower,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Importunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/importunity. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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