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to follow
1.1
to accompany someone or something
Example
She followed her sister everywhere.
Follow me to the park.
I'll follow you to the store.
1.2
to go or move along a particular path, route, river, etc.
Example
We followed the riverbank for miles.
She followed the dog's tracks in the snow.
Follow the trail through the forest to reach the lake.
You need to follow the river downstream to find the hidden cave.
1.3
to go after a particular person to watch or monitor their actions
Example
The detective followed the suspect all day.
The police followed the suspicious car as it sped through the city streets.
The paparazzi followed the celebrity everywhere she went.
We realized we were being followed when the same car appeared behind us every day.
1.4
to pursue the direction or movement of someone or something
Example
She followed the scent of fresh-baked bread to the bakery.
The cat followed the laser pointer, darting around the room.
He followed her gaze, noticing the beautiful sunset on the horizon.
He followed her eyes, spotting the bird in the tree.
She followed his hand, watching as he pointed to the distant mountain.
1.5
(of a path, road, etc.) to go in the same direction as something else or in parallel with something else
Example
The hiking trail follows the ridge of the mountain.
The railway line follows the path of the old trade route.
The bike path follows the shoreline of the lake.
The highway follows the coastline for most of the journey.
2.1
to conform and adhere to the principles, practices, or guidelines established by someone or something
Example
The TV series follows the novel's storyline closely.
They follow the teachings of their spiritual leader.
They follow the traditions and customs of their cultural heritage.
She follows a vegan lifestyle, avoiding all animal products.
She follows Islam and observes the five pillars of faith.
2.2
to do the same as another person or thing
Example
One student started a recycling initiative, and soon others in the school followed suit.
The teacher implemented a new teaching method, and other educators followed her innovative approach.
The company introduced flexible work hours, and other organizations followed their lead.
She made a bold career change, and some of her colleagues followed.
The trendsetter wore a unique fashion style, and soon others began to follow her fashion choices.
3.1
to be a direct or logical consequence of something
Example
If the road is blocked, it follows that we need to find an alternative route.
It doesn't necessarily follow that eating chocolate leads to weight gain.
Attending the seminar does not automatically follow that you'll gain all the knowledge you need.
It's unclear how her promotion follows from her recent performance.
3.2
to do a particular thing after something else
Example
They follow their successful album release with a series of international concerts.
After you finish reading the chapter, follow it with a short reflection.
Give your presentation and follow it with a question-and-answer session.
Please fill out the application form and follow it with your resume.
After completing the marathon, she followed it with a triumphant victory dance.
4.1
to subscribe to a person or organization's account on a social media platform to check everything that they post or publish
Example
We should follow that organization on LinkedIn for updates on job opportunities.
He follows several news outlets on Facebook to stay informed about current events.
I follow my favorite bands on Instagram to stay updated on their latest music releases.
I highly recommend following that artist on YouTube.
If you follow our company's Instagram account, you'll get exclusive sneak peeks of our upcoming products.
4.2
(of a novel, movie, etc.) to be on the subject of the life or development of a particular person or thing
Example
The novel follows the protagonist's transformation from a shy introvert to a confident leader.
The documentary follows the lives of endangered species in their natural habitats.
The book follows the rise and fall of a powerful political figure in a fictional world.
The TV series follows the trials and tribulations of a group of friends living in a bustling city.
The movie follows the journey of a young musician striving for success in the music industry.
4.3
to take an interest in something and its development or progress
Example
Have you been following the developments in the scientific research field?
Have you been following the World Cup matches?
They've been following the progress of their favorite TV series religiously.
She has been following the presidential election closely.
In his free time, he follows the New York Yankees and never misses a game.
4.4
to understand something such as an explanation, story, or the meaning of something
Example
I couldn't follow the professor's complex explanation of quantum physics.
Sorry, I don't follow what you're saying.
The plot of the movie was so confusing that it was almost impossible to follow.
The book's narrative was easy to follow, making it a quick and enjoyable read.
The speaker's accent was strong, making it hard to follow their presentation.
Example
The team followed their leader up the mountain.
The procession moved slowly, and the crowd respectfully followed behind.
She entered the room, and her dog followed obediently.
The children giggled as they followed the leader in a game of "Simon says."
The car in front suddenly stopped, and I had to slam on the brakes to avoid following too closely.
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