Meaning of the word importunity in English

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importunity

US /ˌɪm.pɔːrˈtuː.nə.t̬i/
UK /ˌɪm.pɔːˈtjuː.nə.ti/

Noun

persistence in requesting or demanding something; urgent or repeated solicitation

Example:
His constant importunity eventually wore down her resistance.
Despite her importunity, he refused to change his mind.