B2verbartspolitics
US/kæst/
UK/kɑːst/
to choose actors for a film or play; also to send light, doubt or a vote in a direction
In context
The director cast an unknown student in the lead role.
Millions of citizens cast their votes in yesterday's election.
New evidence has cast doubt on the official story.
Words that go with cast
verb + noun
- cast doubt onThe new data casts doubt on the minister's claims.
- cast a voteEvery adult citizen has the right to cast a vote.
- cast a shadowThe tall buildings cast long shadows over the park.
- cast light onThe letters cast new light on her early life.
- cast a spellIn the story, a witch casts a spell on the prince.
- cast a glanceShe cast a nervous glance at the clock.
verb + preposition
- cast asHe was cast as the villain in the new series.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The director casted her in the film.Correct: The director cast her in the film.