cast about (for) (Meaning)

cast about (for)

to look in many places for (something)

FAQs About the word cast about (for)

to look in many places for (something)

seek, shop (for), chase (down),pursue, search (for or out), look up, cast around (for), hunt, look for,forage (for)

lose, hide,ignore,neglect

The actress cast about for a suitable role that would showcase her abilities.

The politician cast about for a way to appease both sides of the issue.

The detective cast about for any clues that could lead him to the suspect.

The writer cast about for inspiration for his next book.