To be caught 'red-handed' means to be apprehended in the act of committing a crime or wrongdoing.
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| Idiom | red-handed |
|---|---|
| Definition | in the act of doing something wrong |
| Examples | - She was caught red-handed as she tried to leave the store with the stolen watch. - The robbers were caught red-handed on video as they walked into the bank with their guns. |
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