as in pursues
to go in search of
cast around for a last minute replacement for the lead actor in the movie
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Each pursues the migrant body beyond recognition.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025 -
The decision provides a strong indication of how Lamberth is likely to rule if the government pursues a full trial on the case.—
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
23 Sep. 2025
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This dual-mode calendar seeks to provide users with more options, enrich usage scenarios, and meet personalized needs.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
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At the same time, two teenagers, Abbie (Sydney Topliffe) and Leila (Alyvia Alyn Lind), get drawn into the school’s grip, testing their friendship as one seeks freedom while the other embraces the academy’s promise of transformation.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Casts around (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casts%20around%20%28for%29. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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