follower

Example Sentences

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Iago’s words in the opening moments of “Othello” are directed at his slavish follower Roderigo, conveying that Iago’s public posture of support for the title character is a pose to hide his nefarious intentions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

“So pleased it’s been sedated and removed. Great job!” wrote one Facebook follower.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

“There’s an old adage in the Wall Street community that bad things happen under the 200-day moving average. As a trend follower this rings true,” Woods said.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

This can involve commercials for local businesses — like a car dealership paying a quarterback or providing a car — or generating income through social media based on follower size.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

“It's about Hasidim. Listen. Graetz is talking about Dov Baer, who was the follower of the Besht. He just finished saying that Dov Baer invented the idea of the tzaddik.”

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok