footsteps

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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

With Wu following in his footsteps, it suggests that a golden period has arrived for players from the Asian country and possibly a new chapter for the sport as a whole.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

The “Office” star on his pursuit of comedy, following in Conan O’Brien’s footsteps at Harvard and his friendship with Mindy Kaling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

As the guard’s footsteps died away down the corridor, I leaned against the cold metal of the door.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom