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shape someone up to get someone into good physical shape; to make someone behave or perform better. I've got to shape myself up to improve my health. The trainer was told that he'd have to shape up the boxer before the fight. shape up 1. to improve; to reform. I want to get things shaped up around here. I guess I'd better shape up if I want to stay in school. 2. to assume a final form or structure. The game plan for the election was beginning to shape up. Her objectives began to shape up in her senior year. shape up 1. to develop The state of the economy is shaping up as a major political issue. Everyone's waiting to see how the new football season will shape up in September. 2. to improve your behavior or performance He promised me he was going to shape up and stay out of trouble. 3. to get into better physical condition The astronauts shape up before a mission by working with small weights and doing exercises. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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