casting out
Example Sentences
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The casting out of seven demons from Mary Magdalene is not presented as a dramatic scene, but rather a simple case of being "healed."
From Salon • Oct. 8, 2023
For something as unusual as casting out demons, Zuhlsdorf’s performances aren’t flashy; they’re remarkably routine.
From Slate • Jan. 28, 2021
Yet if precedence is any guide, the industry will continue to issue apologies and make earnest-sounding promises — it is already casting out its designated monsters.
From New York Times • Dec. 30, 2018
"For many choirs, Christmas is their main concert of the year, so they start preparing and casting out for ideas in the spring," says Chilcott.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2018
This morning the crappies were best in close to shore and we caught seven or eight good ones by hanging right on the edge of the lily pads and casting out to the deeper side.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
