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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
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, TIME, 24 Mar. 2025
This bill casts an alternative vision for Florida immigrants, emphasizing fairness, economic growth and supporting immigrant communities critical to our economy.
—Carlos Guillermo Smith and Dotie Joseph, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2025
And even now, that loss casts a pall over his personal achievements that year, his first of nine consecutive All-Star seasons, first of four Gold Glove awards, and becoming the first player ever to win both Rookie of the Year and MVP.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 23 Mar. 2025
Dell, of course, is and has long been a pillar of the tech community, and Michael Dell casts a gigantic shadow of success and entrepreneurial grit.
—Amir Husain, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Probably, but there would be an outpouring of resistance from local union members and the politicians are sensitive to who casts ballots.
—Harvey Levine, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
When the moon is in the shadow, or the umbra, of the Earth, our planet casts an orange-reddish shadow.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
As Khalil’s arrest in New York casts confusion and unease, educators and international students in the Chicago area and beyond are sounding the alarm and bracing for unprecedented intellectual repression.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
This delineation casts other digital assets as more speculative instruments, lacking the unique status afforded to bitcoin.
—Edan Yago, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Verb
The ouster of nine veteran FBI leaders, including the heads of the Washington and New York field offices, removes respected leaders from their posts and casts doubt across the organization.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, TIME, 24 Mar. 2025
This bill casts an alternative vision for Florida immigrants, emphasizing fairness, economic growth and supporting immigrant communities critical to our economy.
—Carlos Guillermo Smith and Dotie Joseph, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2025
And even now, that loss casts a pall over his personal achievements that year, his first of nine consecutive All-Star seasons, first of four Gold Glove awards, and becoming the first player ever to win both Rookie of the Year and MVP.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 23 Mar. 2025
Dell, of course, is and has long been a pillar of the tech community, and Michael Dell casts a gigantic shadow of success and entrepreneurial grit.
—Amir Husain, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Probably, but there would be an outpouring of resistance from local union members and the politicians are sensitive to who casts ballots.
—Harvey Levine, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
When the moon is in the shadow, or the umbra, of the Earth, our planet casts an orange-reddish shadow.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
As Khalil’s arrest in New York casts confusion and unease, educators and international students in the Chicago area and beyond are sounding the alarm and bracing for unprecedented intellectual repression.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
This delineation casts other digital assets as more speculative instruments, lacking the unique status afforded to bitcoin.
—Edan Yago, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for casts
Verb
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Instead, progress begins locally and radiates outward.—
Claire Foley,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Jan. 2025
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As the calendar turns its page from 2024 to 2025, the astronomical energy that radiates the cosmos will have a different effect on each of our lives.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
29 Dec. 2024
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Shannon Felton Spence noted that meetings between the heir and the president are essential, especially as William prepares to be king.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
Fox News,
7 Mar. 2025
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Alejandra Rubio To help gather sacred items, the family prepares for the dance a year in advance.—
Alejandra Rubio,
NPR,
29 Mar. 2025
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More than once, Mariana emits an exasperated scream that goes on and on and on, almost like an operatic aria.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
19 Mar. 2025
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The mouth of each tube emits a steady stream of flame, certainly sufficiently powerful to demolish several inches of ice or snow by merely passing over.—
Mark Fischetti,
Scientific American,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Wade Hair directs the musical for the theater, 6900 Aloma Ave.—
Matthew J. Palm,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
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Missy Barnes directs the production, which tells the story of the title character, a teenage girl who endures relentless bullying at school and a fanatically religious mother at home.—
Matthew J. Palm,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
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Moody’s predictions show that disruptions due to global conflicts will continue.—
Paresh Sagar,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Additional resources Read more about solar and lunar eclipses on Eclipse Wise — a website dedicated to predictions of eclipses.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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Sometimes life hands you a case of the blues that can only be cured by watching Ben Affleck line dance while doing his best to convey autism with his facial expressions.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
9 Mar. 2025
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Dramatic expressions of grief and anger over Lorca’s murder mark the first and third movements.—
Jane Levere,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The year also began with a strong El Niño event, which occurs when the ocean in the Eastern Pacific releases large amounts of heat to the atmosphere, raising global temperatures.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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Humiliated when Iran releases the hostages minutes after Reagan is inaugurated.—
Bradley Tusk,
New York Daily News,
23 Dec. 2024
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His size is a tool that sets him apart from his teammates.—
Joshua Kloke,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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Tennis was invented as a sport in which sets last 20 minutes.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Casts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casts. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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