cast a shadow
To dampen future events.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“His bad mood casts a shadow over the party.”
“The sudden news of the budget cuts cast a shadow over our plans for the company retreat.”
“The lingering scandal cast a shadow over the candidate's campaign, making it difficult for her to regain the trust of the voters.”
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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cast a chill
To provoke an uneasy feeling which stops a conversation, as by an uncalled act or word.
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cast aside
Synonym of discard.
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cast aspersions
To make damaging or spiteful remarks.
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cast in concrete
solidly established, very difficult to alter
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cast in someone's teeth
To accuse someone of something, or reproach them for it.
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cast loose
To unfasten, loosen, or set free.
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cast of thousands
A large number of people in one place or carrying out one action.
Last updated August 10, 2026