casting about

Definition of casting aboutnext
present participle of cast about

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for casting about
looking
Verb
  • The only black eye on the report was a loss in Reality Labs, but given management’s recent efforts to reduce spending in the division, investors are looking past it.
    , CNBC, 29 Jan. 2026
  • The simple-looking 'speedometer' is actually a touchscreen that can show GPS and a variety of displays for speed, RPM, fuel, music, and more.
    William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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“Casting about.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casting%20about. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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