cast about (for)

as in to pursue
to go in search of cast about for an answer to the question of why so many people had ignored the victim's cries for help

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  • The New York Times, have pursued legal action over unauthorized use of their content.[^4] For most businesses, especially small and mid-sized companies, appearing in AI answers represents valuable free exposure and brand recognition.
    John Werner, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
  • Gene Hackman pursued anonymity and a private artist life in Santa Fe.
    Caren Bohan, USA Today, 3 May 2025
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  • Today’s digital nomads are seeking remote work destinations that offer reliable Wi-Fi, inspiring workspaces, and even enriching learning environments for their children.
    Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
  • According to authorities, the group sought to radicalize and recruit teens to carry out attacks using Molotov cocktails and improvised explosives.
    Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 4 May 2025
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“Cast about (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cast%20about%20%28for%29. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

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