chivvy (verb)

1. In the comic strip, the mischievous character would chivvy his older brother constantly.

2. Despite being warned, the persistent suitor continued to chivvy his love interest in hopes of winning her over.

3. The annoying character in the film would chivvy the protagonist throughout the entire movie, providing comic relief.

4. In the novel, the main character had to deal with a neighbor who would chivvy him relentlessly, causing much frustration.