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

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Recent Examples of footprint For fall 2025, wholesale bookings are up and the company is expanding its retail footprint as Shumavon begins to execute on her growth plan for the brand. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025 That footprint far exceeds the longtime 39% limit on ownership of stations, which had been kept in place by both Republican and Democratic administrations over the past three decades. Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025 The cruise line designs experiences with a small footprint, ensuring that travel supports the region without overwhelming cultural heritage and resources. Uncruise Adventures, AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025 Compressing models is standard practice these days, thanks to growing concerns around the energy and hardware footprints of the largest models. IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for footprint
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footstep
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  • Both men follow in the elder Paul’s footsteps, not always to the benefit of Republican congressional leaders trying to whip votes for must-pass legislation.
    W. James Antle III, The Washington Examiner, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Clinton has previously passed on the chance to follow in her parents' footsteps.
    Jay Stahl, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025

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“Footprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/footprint. Accessed 6 Sep. 2025.

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