as in pursuing
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for casting about (for)
Verb
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Even so, he was discouraged from pursuing a career in music.—
Jim Dudlicek,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026 -
Prosecutors disagree, insisting that Brown recklessly communicated a threat on X (formerly Twitter) and that the First Amendment does not prevent them from pursuing the case.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2026
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However, as part of its go-forward strategy, Authentic is seeking to return to the brand’s roots and will reintroduce its First Ascent elite performance line this month.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
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State police offer forensic services programs The Indiana State Police (ISP) will offer a new program targeted toward those interested in seeking a career in forensic services.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Dostál can remember looking up to the goalies on his hometown professional team, HC Kometa Brno.—
Jesse Granger,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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So many kids see adults with their noses in their phones in public places, and Kid VPs helped create a video about the importance of looking up.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Casting about (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casting%20about%20%28for%29. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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