Follow and Listen

Follow

Follow verb - To act according to the commands of.
Usage example: follow me, and you'll do OK

Listen is a synonym for follow. In some cases you can use "Listen" instead a verb "Follow".

Nearby Words: following, follower, followed

Listen

Listen verb - To pay attention especially through the act of hearing.

Follow is a synonym for listen in pay attention topic. You can use "Follow" instead a verb "Listen".

Nearby Words: listening, listened, listener

Common collocations

heart follow heart listen heart
man follow man listen man
people follow people listen people
time follow time listen time
Other words: way, example, money, advice, directions.

Both words in one sentence

  • Y'know, what started the franchise was, like, this sense of wonder, and what has thus far concluded the franchise as a sense of formality; a predictable, time-consuming mess that asks you not of your sense of adventure or even your wits, but instead your ability to listen and follow directions.
  • Web Video / Sequelitis You know, what started the franchise was like this sense of wonder, and what has thus far concluded the franchise is a sense of formality; a predictable, time consuming mess that asks you not of your sense of adventure, or even your wits, but instead your ability to listen and follow directions.
  • Video Game / BIT.TRIP Though if you listen closely, the bouncing of the ball from the walls and paddles does kinda follow the rhythm.
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