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casting about

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present participle of cast about

as in seeking (out)

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Ceramides support the skin barrier, while squalane and fatty acids help lock in moisture for a smoother, glowier-looking neck.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 23 Oct. 2026
Researchers found that some counterfeit devices even reported legitimate looking Samsung model identifiers.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026

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