Meaning
- In shape means being physically fit and healthy, often as a result of exercise and good habits.
- It can also mean being in good condition (not only for people, but also for objects, systems, or organizations).
Grammar and Usage
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Part of speech: Adjective phrase
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Common structures:
- "be in shape" → describing physical fitness.
- "get in shape" → become physically fit.
- "stay/keep in shape" → maintain fitness.
- Can also apply to objects: "The car is in good shape."
Common Phrases
- get in shape – to start exercising and become fit
- keep in shape – to continue exercising and remain fit
- stay in shape – to maintain good health and fitness
- be in good/bad shape – to be in good or poor condition
Collocations
- verbs: get in shape, keep in shape, stay in shape, whip into shape
- nouns: good shape, bad shape, physical shape, financial shape
- adjectives: excellent shape, terrible shape, decent shape
Examples
- She goes jogging every morning to stay in shape.
- After the holidays, I need to exercise more to get back in shape.
- The football team is finally in shape for the championship.
- This old bicycle is still in good shape after ten years.
- He worked hard in the gym to be in shape for summer.
- I don’t feel in shape enough to run a marathon yet.
- The company’s finances are not in good shape right now.
- If you want to keep in shape, you should eat healthy foods too.
Synonyms or Related
- fit
- healthy
- well-conditioned
- athletic
- in good condition
Antonym
- out of shape
- unfit
- unhealthy