footsteps

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Benn, 29, has never competed for a world title and is looking to follow in the footsteps of his father Nigel, who was a two-weight world champion.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

In doing so, it would create a powerful incentive for others to follow in their footsteps and potentially reap a lucrative payday.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Pratt is following in the footsteps of those before him who’ve leveraged their reality TV fame into political careers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Ternus called it an “incredible honor” to follow in Cook’s footsteps and touted Apple’s product road map, but was coy about details.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The night was oddly silent, as if the darkness were swallowing all sound, even that of his footsteps.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville