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Recent Examples of cast about
The expectations for what the ideal Star Wars video-game fantasy even is couldn’t be more diffuse right now, as the post–Skywalker Saga franchise casts about for purpose in movies, television, books, and theme parks alike.
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Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 30 Aug. 2024
Investors concerned about the long-term outlook of an expensive equity market, as well as bond yields that have started to move higher, are casting about for assets that are uncorrelated to either market.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2024
The event featured a sneak peek of the second part of Season 7 and included a conversation with the cast about the series.
—Maggie Clancy, WWD, 17 Oct. 2024
Storylines feel increasingly atomized: Jimmy’s friend Brian (Michael Urie) considers having a baby; Gaby counsels her students; Liz, now an empty nester, casts about for a purpose.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 16 Oct. 2024
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Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 30 Aug. 2024
Investors concerned about the long-term outlook of an expensive equity market, as well as bond yields that have started to move higher, are casting about for assets that are uncorrelated to either market.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2024
The event featured a sneak peek of the second part of Season 7 and included a conversation with the cast about the series.
—Maggie Clancy, WWD, 17 Oct. 2024
Storylines feel increasingly atomized: Jimmy’s friend Brian (Michael Urie) considers having a baby; Gaby counsels her students; Liz, now an empty nester, casts about for a purpose.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 16 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cast about
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Aside from making your spaces look visually exciting, these tools also provide you with a healthier, more productive lifestyle.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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The kid may be dressed up themself — and may be looking forward to trick-or-treating and getting candy.Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 17 Dec. 2024
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By 2021, Scribe Media had reached $21 million in gross sales, and the founders had plans to scale to five times that number.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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The moon is expected to reach its full phase on Sunday, according to the American Meteorological Society.Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Owners hide treats amid tufts of fabric and dogs have a blast hunting for them with their noses and snouts.Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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He was known for hunting squirrels and deer and had a penchant for trouble.Nicole Briese, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Cast about.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cast%20about. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.
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