casting

noun

cast·ing ˈka-stiŋ

: something (such as the excrement of an earthworm) that is cast out or off

: the act of one that casts: such as

: the throwing of a fishing line by means of a rod and reel

: the assignment of parts and duties to actors or performers

: something cast in a mold

Example Sentences

The workers make metal castings for truck engines.

Recent Examples on the Web One person who was less than impressed, however, was Sweaty Oracle, aka Jonathan Lewis, who has been vocal about his distaste for Michele’s casting.

Ej Dickson, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2022 The commanding presence and exacting singing of Eric Owens, the chaplain Raimondo who tries to bring a sense of reason to the community, is luxury casting.

Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2022 Rumors that followed the D23 event claimed that Feige didn’t want to make big casting decisions without the director’s involvement.

Chris Smith, BGR, 18 Sep. 2022 Whatever your thoughts on the aboriginal allegory, there's a clarity in this casting.

Darren Franich, EW.com, 16 Sep. 2022 Granted, the casting probably represents half the battle, and Mendes and Hawke have a solid showcase, if one that doesn't depart much from their series personas.

Brian Lowry, CNN, 16 Sep. 2022 Furthermore, in defense of Bailey’s casting, Ariel is a mermaid.

Brooklyn White, Essence, 15 Sep. 2022 Bailey also overcame the backlash by thinking about how such a casting would’ve impacted her as a young girl.

Zack Sharf, Variety, 14 Sep. 2022 More information on Unexpected Redemption, including casting and production will be announced in due course.

Alex Ritman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Sep. 2022 See More

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