Meaning of the word insistent in English

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insistent

US /ɪnˈsɪs.tənt/
UK /ɪnˈsɪs.tənt/
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Adjective

1.

insisting on or demanding something; not allowing refusal

Example:
She was insistent that they should leave immediately.
The child was insistent on having another cookie.
2.

continuing for a long period of time in a way that cannot be ignored

Example:
There was an insistent knocking at the door.
The insistent buzzing of the fly was very annoying.
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