as in footstep
the mark or impression made by a foot mysterious footprints along the beach

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Recent Examples of footprint Soundcore reckons that the screen's large footprint should help prevent the odd gust of wind from spoiling the yard or pool party. New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2025 The move marks the latest step in Beijing’s efforts to expand its security footprint across the region, drawing close scrutiny from Western governments. MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025 Katie Sorensen, director of marketing for Burnham-Ward Properties, said the farmer’s market has always been envisioned with the harbor footprint, especially following the parking structure opening. Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 25 Sep. 2025 In mining, extraction and transport make up over 30% of the footprint; Redwood cuts that to under 5%, highlighting the efficiency of its circular supply chain. Larry Magid, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for footprint
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footstep
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  • Her background is in conservation, marine biology and ecology, following in the footsteps of her grandfather, John McConnell, founder and creator of Earth Day.
    Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
  • His oldest son, Jack, has followed in his footsteps and plays competitive football, alongside track and basketball.
    Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025

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“Footprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/footprint. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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