in the act of

Example Sentences

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Capturing a comet in the act of fragmenting is something the team had long hoped to achieve.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 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

"This is the first time we have a clear picture of a subduction zone caught in the act of dying," said Shuck.

From Science Daily • Oct. 25, 2025

Mr Daulby's family, said he "lost his life in the act of courage to save others" and his final act "was one of profound courage and he will forever be remembered".

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2025

Milo had been caught red-handed in the act of plundering his countrymen, and, as a result, his stock had never been higher.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller