Follow around

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verb

To go wherever another person goes, often in a way that is annoying.

My little sister won't stop following me around.
Visual representation of "follow around" - To go wherever another person goes, often in a way that is annoying

Often appears as...

  • follow someone around
  • follow around like a puppy

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Colloquial

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Nuisance Nuance

Implies annoying behavior, often by someone who seemingly doesn't understand social boundaries.

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He's always following me around and it's starting to get on my nerves.
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Affection Misread

Sometimes used to show unwanted attention that could be mistaken for care or affection.

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My puppy keeps following me around even when I trip over him.
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Exaggeration Alert

Can be used hyperbolically when someone doesn't literally follow you everywhere.

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My boss keeps following me around with requests; I can't catch a break!
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