in the act of

Example Sentences

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Scientists have, for the first time, clearly captured a subduction zone in the act of breaking apart.

From Science Daily • Apr. 29, 2026

Marsh was fouled in the act of shooting with 8.7 seconds left but missed both attempts.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2026

The Sweden forward was hurt in the act of scoring the opening goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory in London after a sliding challenge from Spurs defender Micky van der Ven.

From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025

A key moment came before Arundell's try when scrum-half Simi Kuruvoli spilled the ball in the act of scoring.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

He might pretend to go and then turn back, and catch me in the act of stealing the cart and suit.

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien