Idioms

into tip-top shape

into tip-top shape

1. Into excellent, ideal, or pristine condition or appearance. The last owners really let the yard get overgrown, so I bought all sorts of gardening equipment put it into tip-top shape again. This house is a total mess! Come on, we're going to whip it into tip-top shape before your parents get here! Mom can't expect us to get the garage into tip-top shape overnight. It's a total mess!
2. Into a state or condition of perfect or ideal function. Don't worry, we'll get your computer back into tip-top shape in no time. You're pretty handy—think you can get my blender back in tip-top shape? We could definitely get this gate into tip-top shape. It would only take some new hinges.
3. Having exceptional, robust health or fitness. I want to run a triathlon this year, so I'll need to get into tip-top shape! Our personal trainers are committed to getting you into tip-top shape. A: "No, John's still struggling to get around." B: "Wow. Well, it is hard to get in tip-top shape after a major surgery like he had."
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