casting about

Definition of casting aboutnext
present participle of cast about

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for casting about
looking
Verb
  • The district is also looking at how to pay for aging equipment including heating, ventilation and air conditioning, which could require at least $500,000 in budget increases.
    Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Rabell said Hernandez’s mother, who lived at the property and ran it with her boyfriend, brought her before at least one ALF owner who was looking for a new resident.
    Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
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“Casting about.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casting%20about. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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