[ xiāoguīcáosuí ] (a han dynasty prime minister) followed the rules set by xiao (his predecessor) -- to follow established rules; follow [tread] in sb.'s footsteps; follow sb. exactly; move in a rut
Example Sentences:
1.
Such an unfair social phenomenon must be dealt with . the government should no longer follow the established practice of leaving these people to fend for themselves 不公平的社会现象，已到了政府不能萧规曹随、坐视不理的阶段了。
2.
However , hong kong has its uniqueness and strengths , there is no need to be a follower ; instead , hong kong should be a leader or role model 香港可能需要向其他城市借镜，但谨记香港有其独特及优胜之处，毋须萧规曹随。反之，香港应成为其他城市的先驱或典范。
