as in footprints
the mark or impression made by a foot
saw muddy footsteps on the just-cleaned stairs
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Recent Examples of footsteps
Culpo followed in her parents' footsteps and was classically trained on the cello as a child.
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Catherine Messier, The Providence Journal, 19 Mar. 2026
On Baywatch, the wild child Hobie Buchannon (Amell) from the original series is now a Baywatch captain, following in the footsteps of his legendary father Mitch (played by David Hasselhoff in the OG series).
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Now, Cyrus hopes to be a mentor to those following in her footsteps.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Boozer was a unanimous choice among the 61 voters who select the weekly AP Top 25, following in the footsteps of Cooper Flagg, who also was a unanimous choice as a Duke freshman last season.
—Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Boozer was a unanimous choice among the 61 voters that select the weekly Top 25 for The Associated Press, following in the footsteps of Cooper Flagg, who also was a unanimous choice as a freshman for the Blue Devils last season.
—Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
With 170 straight weeks on the Billboard 200, SOS is following in its predecessor’s footsteps.
—Annie Harrigan, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2026
Draw footsteps along the outside sidewalk or pavement with green chalk.
—Amanda Rock, Parents, 16 Mar. 2026
Originally, Ming Tai prepared to follow in their footsteps.
—Charlotte Brooks, Big Think, 13 Mar. 2026
Catherine Messier, The Providence Journal, 19 Mar. 2026
On Baywatch, the wild child Hobie Buchannon (Amell) from the original series is now a Baywatch captain, following in the footsteps of his legendary father Mitch (played by David Hasselhoff in the OG series).
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Now, Cyrus hopes to be a mentor to those following in her footsteps.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Boozer was a unanimous choice among the 61 voters who select the weekly AP Top 25, following in the footsteps of Cooper Flagg, who also was a unanimous choice as a Duke freshman last season.
—Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Boozer was a unanimous choice among the 61 voters that select the weekly Top 25 for The Associated Press, following in the footsteps of Cooper Flagg, who also was a unanimous choice as a freshman for the Blue Devils last season.
—Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
With 170 straight weeks on the Billboard 200, SOS is following in its predecessor’s footsteps.
—Annie Harrigan, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2026
Draw footsteps along the outside sidewalk or pavement with green chalk.
—Amanda Rock, Parents, 16 Mar. 2026
Originally, Ming Tai prepared to follow in their footsteps.
—Charlotte Brooks, Big Think, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for footsteps
Noun
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Scientists found echoes of human presence dating back to around 14,500 years ago, including footprints, wooden tools, foundations for a building and the remains of an ancient fire pit.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
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As remote and hybrid work models gained traction, several tenants have reduced their footprints or relocated entirely.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Your quick mind can connect the dots and name next steps, while kindness keeps the conversation light, productive, and surprisingly fun.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
22 Mar. 2026
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The hard-throwing righty sprinted up the dugout steps for one more out after his first three outs on Thursday.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Footsteps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/footsteps. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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