- present participle of cast.
casting
Example Sentences
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The amount of money in leveraged exchange-traded funds is also at historic highs External link, casting a sinister shadow.
From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026
“We needed an actress who could carry the entire show on their shoulders,” said Quintrell who admitted to having “sweaty palms” when the casting process stretched longer than she expected.
From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026
We have spoken to several further Australian cast members who have concerns about the casting process on the show.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026
His “Age of Bronze” famously appeared so naturalistic that critics accused him of casting from his male model’s body.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
“Will soon come to London,” said I, after casting about for a precise form of words, “or summon me anywhere else?”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
Vocabulary lists containing casting
Theater - Introductory
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Theater - Middle School
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Theater - High School
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