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To harass (someone) persistently for, or to do, something
“Lydia is fending off the latest reporter trying to importune her for information.”
To implore someone to do something
“We will then begin to importune him for alms, flattering him with fine language, as though we knew his plans.”
To make or offer inappropriate proposals or services
“Roxanne, you don't have to put on the red light. Those days are over. You don't have to importune the gentlemen tonight.”
To detain (a person) in conversation against their will
To tease, typically in a good-natured way
To effectively force (someone) to do something
To cajole or convince someone with flattery
To (attempt to) influence, persuade or pressure someone, typically politically
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