hoofprints

noun

plural of hoofprint
as in footprints

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoofprints
  1. footprints
  2. steps
  3. footsteps
  4. ruts
  5. prints
  6. paths
  7. trails
  8. tracks
Noun
  • In New York, even as other mega-galleries trim their footprints, Gagosian recently opening a new flagship in New York.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Wait to water the lawn again until the soil begins to dry, and do not mow until footprints leave deep impressions on it.
    — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of footprints
Noun
  • This two-bedroom loft built in the 1850s is located steps away from Bowen’s Wharf, so all of Newport’s buzziest restaurants, bars, and shops are well within reach.
    — Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Polished yet welcoming, this elegant high-rise places guests steps away from top museums, the famous Recoleta Cemetery, and upscale shopping at Patio Bullrich and Avenida Alvear.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of steps
Noun
  • Kate Dolan’s feature was originally expected to follow in the franchise’s footsteps and debut in theaters.
    — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Carys, who graduated from Brown University last year, is reportedly already following in her parents’ footsteps.
    — Meg Walters, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of footsteps
Noun
  • Neptune retrograde in Aries commences on this day, urging us to break out of our emotional and professional ruts and to reignite our dreams.
    — Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
  • Wet soil is also prone to compaction from the weight of the mower, which may leave ruts in the yard.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Definition of ruts
Noun
  • There are nearly thirty 35mm prints in the program, and for some of them to be seen in original format is a chance of a lifetime.
    — John Bleasdale, Variety, 5 Aug. 2026
  • McLean said the absence of identifiable prints could make jurors wonder whether gloves were used or the items were wiped, potentially viewing the missing prints as evidence of planning.
    — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of prints
Noun
  • Four months later, the minor issue hit, blocking their relatives’ paths to citizenship.
    — Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Their paths later crossed again, eventually culminating in their engagement in July 2025 on the Greek island of Santorini.
    — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of paths
Noun
  • Around Woodland Margins In the wild, poison ivy typically grows best in the dappled light along the edges of forests or along hiking trails that get just a touch of sun.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026
  • At that speed, even tiny particles produce bright streaks, often leaving glowing trails that persist for several seconds.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of trails
Noun
  • That tracks with earlier reports about Iran’s president and central bank chief telling Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei the initial blockade was crippling the economy.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026
  • However, the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner — which uses the same train tracks — is still expected to operate.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of tracks
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“Hoofprints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoofprints. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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