follow suit

Example Sentences

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"If they haven't seen a family member or a friend go down a professional route or go on to study at college then they won't follow suit."

From BBC • May 30, 2026

"I hope this will set a precedent for other people in Thailand to follow suit," he added.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

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

Other people will soon follow suit, and a fad will be born and thrive for a while despite its baselessness.

From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos