as in pursuing
to go in search of
cast around for a last minute replacement for the lead actor in the movie
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Now prosecutors pursuing the threats case face their own challenge of proving that Comey intended to communicate a true threat or at least recklessly discounted the possibility that the statement could be understood as a threat.—
Eric Tucker,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026 -
America should be pursuing policies that ease the burden on US manufacturers to become the dominant force in this race, not increase it.—
Alex Durante,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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It's all led to more Latinos seeking office to defend their communities and give voice to those who may be afraid to speak out in the current political climate.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Sheehy is seeking unanimous consent for legislation that would provide express approval for the construction of the ballroom.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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This suggestion is a personal choice because, for some, looking up information on the internet might be the easier decision.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
26 Apr. 2026
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Some travel areas are looking up already, with hotel room revenue up 4% year over year in the county in the first quarter of 2026.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Casting around (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casting%20around%20%28for%29. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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