Thesaurus results for FOOTPRINT

footprint

noun

ˈfu̇t-ˌprint

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as in footstep

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

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Recent Examples of footprint Consequences of similar behaviors The loss of behavioral diversity is happening everywhere that humans increase their footprint on nature. —

Daniel T. Blumstein, The Conversation, 8 Apr. 2026 No matter what happens in Hungary’s immediate future, Orbán’s global footprint will surely be felt for years to come. —

Rafi Schwartz, TheWeek, 8 Apr. 2026 Our agency takes its environmental footprint seriously. —

Kimberly Thorner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026 That means up to 4,370 lb (1,982 kg) of payload – more than double what's available across the traditional Ranger lineup – within the same small, nimble footprint as any other Ranger. —

New Atlas, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for footprint

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footstep

Noun

The pop star follows in the footsteps of Cynthia Erivo, who hosted the ceremony last year, and Ariana DeBose, who hosted for three years prior.

— Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2026
The University of Connecticut student, who had been studying dentistry to follow in his parents’ footsteps, died at Bridgeport Hospital Milford Campus in August 2024 after being diagnosed with pancreatitis, dehydration, metabolic acidosis and alcohol withdrawal.

— Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026