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

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Recent Examples of footprint Its small footprint could also support dense arrangements of optical emitters. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026 With good looks, accurate audio, a small footprint, and a generous set of inputs, the Edifier MR3 speakers are an easy recommendation for your desk or bookshelf. — Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 30 Oct. 2026 The physical footprint of the data center probably isn’t going to change dramatically, but the design thinking has to. — Xin Guo, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026 Other California grocery chains have also had to make major changes to their store footprints. — Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for footprint
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  • But remarkably few agents followed in Childress’s footsteps; Farris, for example, refused to participate in separations but did not quit, asking his supervisor to assign him elsewhere instead.
    — Francisco Cantú, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026
  • When asked about the best way for people to advocate for Colombians, Rúa recommended people follow in his footsteps, using social media as a way to call for government action.
    — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 30 Oct. 2026

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“Footprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/footprint. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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