She ran into the night and the sound followed her.

They are only different depending on what word or sound is following.

They move out of the theater, but the sound follows them.

A sound of many soft feet followed, but soon ceased.

But the other sound did not cease, and followed him even as he climbed.

The sound of them shouting his name followed him through the corridors.

The distant sound of a door opening and closing followed him.

The sound of gunfire followed them as they ran out the gate and down the street.

One made a low, guttural sound and the other followed suit.

This was followed by a more unusual sound: the bolt being drawn across.