in good shape

in good shape
*in good shape & *in good condition
physically and functionally sound and sturdy. (Used for both people and things. *Typically: be \in good shape; get \in good shape; keep \in good shape.) •

This car isn't in good shape. I'd like to have one that's in better condition.

Mary is in good condition. She exercises and eats right to stay healthy.

You have to make an effort to get into good shape.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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