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castaway

[kast-uh-wey, kahst-] / ˈkæst əˌweɪ, ˈkɑst- /


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The Seahawks were paced by a brilliant performance by quarterback Sam Darnold, a Jets castaway who rebuilt himself in Minnesota before landing in Seattle this past offseason.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

Elmhirst, a journalist, came across the Baileys on a website dedicated to castaway stories, and set about researching their journey using Maralyn's diary and books Maurice published after their rescue.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2025

Villain vs. victim in some folks’ minds, but at the very least — survivor vs. castaway.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023

Six wasn’t only small for a Lab; he has a leaky heart valve, lowering his value and turning him into a castaway.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 23, 2023

Oft Scyld Shefing shattered the forces of kjnsman-marauders, dragged away their meadhall-benches, terrified earls—after first men found him castaway.

From "Grendel" by John Gardner




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