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footstep

noun

ˈfu̇t-ˌstep

Definition of footstep

as in footprint

the mark or impression made by a foot saw muddy footsteps on the just-cleaned stairs

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Recent Examples of footstep Perhaps this kid can follow in Tua's footsteps at 'Bama next season? — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026 Open Command is following the same footsteps a scout might — does the pitcher hit the target? — Eno Sarris, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 He was always destined to follow in the footsteps of another tyrannical, ruthless Don – Michael Corleone. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 Sep. 2026 As for whether Summer will be following in her footsteps, Aguilera recently revealed that her daughter inherited her creativity. — Daysia Tolentino, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for footstep

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When a data center’s energy use, environmental footprint, or safety record draws scrutiny, assigning responsibility may be surprisingly murky.

— Petala Ironcloud, ArsTechnica, 7 Sep. 2026
Although the convent was demolished in the 16th century and hundreds of thousands of its bricks were removed, much of its underground footprint survived.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026

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Potentially the final step before Aaron Judge returns to the majors is happening on Monday in an empty Yankee Stadium.

— Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
As a 6-foot, 165-pound senior receiver for Moorpark, his quick first step combined with his jumping ability is making Musketeer fans think of their greatest athlete, NFL receiver Drake London.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026

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