leaving a mark

Related
  • imprintMark from applied pressure
  • traceMinute remnant or pursue
  • stampMark-making device
  • scarPermanent mark from healing
  • stainLasting surface discoloration

bruise · scratch · indent · footprint · signature · tattoo · impression · brand · etching · residue · smudge · streak · dent · carve · engrave · legacy · impact · fingerprint

Opposites
permanence of impact

leaving a markleaving no trace

Departing without residual evidence

impermanence · transience · ephemerality · dissolving · evaporating

visibility/recognition

leaving a markslipping through the cracks

Escaping detection or aid

agency/intentionality

leaving a markgoing through the motions

Performing without genuine effort

treading lightly

Familiarity
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