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footstep
[ foot-step ]
noun
- the setting down of a foot, or the sound so produced; footfall; tread.
- the distance covered by a step in walking; pace.
- a footprint.
- a step by which to ascend or descend.
footstep
/ ˈʊˌɛ /
noun
- the action of taking a step in walking
- the sound made by stepping or walking
- the distance covered with a step; pace
- a footmark
- a single stair; step
- to continue the tradition or example of another
51Թ History and Origins
Idioms and Phrases
- follow in someone's footsteps, to succeed or imitate another person.
More idioms and phrases containing footstep
see follow in someone's footsteps .Example Sentences
They aspire to follow in China's footsteps, and have ploughed money and effort into becoming a reliable manufacturing hub, even an alternative to China.
Following in the footsteps of anti-establishment rap groups like NWA and Run The Jewels, the trio present themselves as dissident underdogs, giving a voice to the oppressed.
“Their music gave a voice to generations and influenced countless artists that followed in their footsteps.”
"Their music gave a voice to generations and influenced countless artists that followed in their footsteps."
She follows in the footsteps of other artists promoting new music with surprise gigs, but said she had to be convinced it was a good idea.
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Idioms from The American Heritage® Idioms Dictionary copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
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