Drifts west after following the shoreline at first Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

SHORELINE (noun)
1. a boundary line between land and water
FOLLOWING (noun)
1. a group of followers or enthusiasts
2. the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
FOLLOWING (adjective)
1. immediately following in time or order
2. about to be mentioned or specified

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