After thinking about it for years, he finally 'threw/flung/cast caution to the wind', quit his job, and started his own company.
The scandal 'cast a cloud' over his presidency. [=people thought the President did something wrong]
The 'cast of characters' includes President Johnson and his top advisers during the Vietnam War.
(..) has not yet learned how to modulate baby gifts. When Steven and Stefan had little Rocco, our friend Longinus sent over the whole cast of "Yo gabba gabba". Now Rocco cries whenever he sees bright colors. I'm not allowed over there. I guess we should donate it somewhere, (..)2012 TvShow: Modern Family Title: Bringing Up Baby Season: 4 Episode 1