follow in footsteps
- emulateCopy with aspiration
- legacyWhat's passed down
- traditionCustom passed through generations
- heirOne who receives legacy
- predecessorOne who came first
succeed · imitate · inherit · path · trail · footprints · shadow · lineage · dynasty · apprentice · protégé · torch · mantle · shoes · steps · guidance · example · role model
path originality
follow in footstepsblaze a trail
Create a new route
break new ground · pioneer · go one's own way · march to one's own drum · innovate
relational direction
follow in footstepspave the way
Prepare conditions for advancement
lead the way · mentor · come before · precede
conformity vs. rebellion
follow in footstepsturn one's back on