What is another word for follow the footsteps of?
Pronunciation: [fˈɒlə͡ʊ ðə fˈʊtstɛps ɒv] (IPA) 
Following in someone else's footsteps can be a great way to learn, grow and progress. There are many different expressions we can use to describe this concept. Some alternatives to "follow the footsteps of" include "emulate", "mimic", "mirror", "replicate", "trace the path of", "walk in the same direction as", "tread the same ground as", or even "be inspired by". Of course, the right choice of phrase depends on the context of the situation at hand. Whatever the situation, finding the right way to describe following in someone's footsteps can help us learn better from our mentors and guide our own success.
