cast about

verb

Definition of cast aboutnext
as in to seek (out)

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Recent Examples of cast about In the vacuum created by Swalwell’s collapse, his Democratic rivals frenetically cast about for momentum. — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026 There were misgivings among the cast about signing on to something as common as (gasp) a reality-television program, but most of them revel in spending time — and money — with each other. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 1 May 2026 However, towards the end of The Story of Ireland’s first run of shows, a producer on the show told the cast about Ryan’s true identity. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026 In August 2025, the Star-Telegram visited the show’s set to chat with the cast about season 6, which will cover the crucifixion. — Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cast about
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cast about
  1. look
  2. reach
  3. hunt
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  • The same California Craftsman look; almost identical plank siding; a similar tasteful yet cheery color palette.
    — Julie Z. Weil, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Retail flows look very different now compared with prior years, Meng said.
    — Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of look
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  • With emergency services unable to reach them, Waiohinu residents have been forced to rely on each other.
    — Jonathan Vigliotti, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The two sides have yet to reach agreement on a more lasting peace settlement.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of reach
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  • The herder cared for Pantoja, keeping him warm with animal skins, teaching him to milk the goats, and how to hunt rabbits with a stick.
    — Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Hickey’s case comes to light on the heels of another poaching case also involving hunting content creators out of Ohio.
    — Kris Millgate, Outdoor Life, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of hunt

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