Used in casual conversation, often to describe pets or people in a fond way.

Informal Usage

Can be used figuratively to mean someone is greatly influenced or constantly copying another.

Not Literal

Suggests a strong emotional bond when referring to a person being followed.

In academic texts, it's used to discuss detailed understanding of processes or paths.

Used to describe the act of understanding a concept or procedure step by step.

Often associated with sequences in technical or scientific contexts.