1
as in radiates
to throw or give off
spermaceti candles, made from whale oil, are known to cast an exceptionally bright light
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2
as in aims
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
cast her eyes skyward for signs of the rescue plane
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as in prepares
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
carefully cast the letter of complaint as politely as possible
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as in throws
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm
cast a rock into the stream
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as in forecasts
a declaration that something will happen in the future
stock market analysts offered an optimistic cast for the coming year
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as in shades
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
the walls had a slight yellowish cast
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as in looks
an instance of looking especially briefly
a mischievous cast in his eye when we asked what our destination would be
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as in expressions
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
his face took on a somewhat sad cast when we asked how his ill wife was faring
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as in shapes
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance
the lovely cast of the baby's features
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Recent Examples of casts
Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026
The finding casts doubt on previous studies that used these tools without accounting for intelligence and suggests depression screening in doctor’s offices may be flawed.
—Simon Makin, Scientific American, 14 May 2026
But beneath the joy and abandon, the AIDS crisis casts an ever-deepening shadow.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 11 May 2026
With gorgeous period detail, this is a film that casts a spell.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 11 May 2026
Putin, who ordered troops into Ukraine in February 2022, casts European powers as warmongers for supporting Ukraine with tens of billions of dollars in support, weapons and intelligence.
—Guy Faulconbridge, USA Today, 10 May 2026
Parenting naturally casts one partner as the caregiver, but often that role expands beyond the kids to include managing the household and the needs of a spouse — both logistically and emotionally.
—Patricia Neligan, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Standing by the practice ring is a forest green Rolex platform clock that casts a sundial-esque shadow on a basket weave brick path.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 7 May 2026
The documentary casts a wider net.
—Pamela Chelin, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
The genre is varied, the casts inevitably fine and justice almost always prevails.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Ciara and Interracial Dating in the Bravosphere The most thought-provoking moment of the episode concerned the online minefield that is interracial dating in the Bravosphere, a network that features predominantly white casts.
—Marlow Stern, Variety, 3 June 2026
The principals of Midsummer bear more than a passing resemblance to the reality TV casts of the 21st century.
—Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
There have been other casts where people haven’t wanted to film with others, or have walked off reunion sets.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
While the circumstances differ, both scandals fueled already rabid fan bases with deep parasocial investments in the casts.
—Pilar Melendez, NBC news, 27 May 2026
Both are also Netflix original series with starry voice casts for their fast-paced, soft-hearted sitcoms.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 22 May 2026
Seasons 41 and 42 featured really dynamic casts and some really wonky production wrinkles.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
Verb
The film casts Courtenay as Norman, the devoted, slightly fey dresser to a declining Shakespearean actor (Finney) touring England during the Blitz.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026
The finding casts doubt on previous studies that used these tools without accounting for intelligence and suggests depression screening in doctor’s offices may be flawed.
—Simon Makin, Scientific American, 14 May 2026
But beneath the joy and abandon, the AIDS crisis casts an ever-deepening shadow.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 11 May 2026
With gorgeous period detail, this is a film that casts a spell.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 11 May 2026
Putin, who ordered troops into Ukraine in February 2022, casts European powers as warmongers for supporting Ukraine with tens of billions of dollars in support, weapons and intelligence.
—Guy Faulconbridge, USA Today, 10 May 2026
Parenting naturally casts one partner as the caregiver, but often that role expands beyond the kids to include managing the household and the needs of a spouse — both logistically and emotionally.
—Patricia Neligan, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Standing by the practice ring is a forest green Rolex platform clock that casts a sundial-esque shadow on a basket weave brick path.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 7 May 2026
The documentary casts a wider net.
—Pamela Chelin, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Noun
Building on this success, Korkmaz said the mill has further enriched this family with new casts, expanding the color range with greater depth and versatility.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
The genre is varied, the casts inevitably fine and justice almost always prevails.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Ciara and Interracial Dating in the Bravosphere The most thought-provoking moment of the episode concerned the online minefield that is interracial dating in the Bravosphere, a network that features predominantly white casts.
—Marlow Stern, Variety, 3 June 2026
The principals of Midsummer bear more than a passing resemblance to the reality TV casts of the 21st century.
—Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
There have been other casts where people haven’t wanted to film with others, or have walked off reunion sets.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
While the circumstances differ, both scandals fueled already rabid fan bases with deep parasocial investments in the casts.
—Pilar Melendez, NBC news, 27 May 2026
Both are also Netflix original series with starry voice casts for their fast-paced, soft-hearted sitcoms.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 22 May 2026
Seasons 41 and 42 featured really dynamic casts and some really wonky production wrinkles.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for casts
Verb
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Heat radiates from the pages of this extraordinary novel about a poor family in rural Mississippi in the days leading up to Hurricane Katrina.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Your beauty radiates from your core.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
Verb
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The press aims to champion writing that is urgent and insurgent.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The answers are out there, and NewsNation aims to find them.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
Verb
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But as the family prepares to return to the franchise that helped redefine movie parody for a generation, the conversation quickly moves beyond Scary Movie promo talk.—
Datwon Thomas,
VIBE.com,
6 June 2026
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New metal fencing now surrounds the venue as FIFA prepares for the influx of millions of visitors.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
Verb
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That is, until a conversation about having children throws their relationship into a tailspin.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
28 May 2026
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The next season will follow up with the pair after the season-one finale, in which newcomer Hunter Davenport (Charlie Evans) throws a wrench in Dean and Allie’s secret relationship.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Both forecasts can be true at the same time.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Eighty percent of hoteliers across host cities said hotel bookings were below initial forecasts, according to a report released last month by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA).—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Noun
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One of the island’s most iconic (and also inherently romantic) experiences is closing out the day in Mallory Square or aboard a catamaran cruise as the sky turns shades of pink and orange over the Gulf.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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This has a light-medium tan pigment that is quite sheer and therefore can adapt easily to many but not all complexion shades.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
7 June 2026
Noun
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At tight end, Evans, Feleipe Franks and James Mitchell continued to get plenty of looks from the backup QBs.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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From a looks perspective, the XLE blends right in with the rest of the Mammoth lineup.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
Noun
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In the days and weeks that followed, expressions of support poured in, both locally and from communities across the country and around the world.—
David Kay,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 June 2026
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One that leans toward the latter category is President’s Choice, a whiskey collector’s favorite that includes single barrel expressions of bourbon and rye whiskey.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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“Casts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casts. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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