importunity (noun)

1. During the Civil Rights Movement, there was a great importunity for equal rights and justice for African Americans.

2. The movie portrayed the main character's importunity to find her missing daughter, driving the suspense throughout the film.

3. In the science fiction novel, the protagonist's importunity to uncover the truth about an alien invasion led to thrilling discoveries.

4. The superhero utilized his importunity to persuade the villains to give up their evil plans and choose the path of redemption.