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pestering

/ˈpɛstərɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does pestering mean?

verb

To annoy or bother someone repeatedly, often in a persistent or annoying manner. To persist in asking or requesting something.

Example

"She was pestering him to take her to the movies."

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