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caught red-handed

Idiom Truth

Meaning

to be caught in the act of doing something wrong

Example Sentences

"The thief was caught red-handed stealing the wallet."

Related Expressions

take the lead

to go ahead or be in front in a competition

cut your teeth

to gain initial experience in a particular area or job

kick up a fuss

to make a big complaint or protest about something

clean up your act

to start behaving more responsibly.

put to the test

to see how good someone or something is

have words with someone

to argue with someone verbally