follow suit

Example Sentences

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Since every major party presidential candidate had voluntarily released their tax returns over the past four decades, it was assumed he would follow suit.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

If interest rates continue to rise, expect sales to follow suit.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Australia became the first country in the world to introduce a ban for under-16s last December and European countries are planning to follow suit.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

If Ukraine did not follow suit, Moscow would respond "in kind", the ministry said.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

But it is no use, we listen for every explosion that comes close, miscount the tricks, and fail to follow suit.

From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque