Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To throw or direct something, especially with force, often to decide or change a situation.
Cast
/kɑːst/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
Little Eyes casts about how best to pay you off.
"May I take the cast net?" "Of course."
Great events often cast shadows before them in barbers' shops.
Etymology:
The word cast originates from the Middle English casten, which itself comes from Old Norse kasta meaning to throw. It has been in use since the 13th century.
Usage Statistics:
41 mentions per 1 million words 
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