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
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
Leana Kuster shows a greater flamingo in the act of scratching its head with one of its unmistakably long legs.
From BBC • Aug. 26, 2025
He was leaning down in the act of wringing out his mop when he saw Jamie’s legs appear from nowhere and then saw Jamie emerge.
From "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler" by E.L. Konigsburg
