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in condition

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  1. Also,; in shape. Physically fit; also, in a state of readiness. For example, I've got to get in condition before the next road race, or This project's in good shape now, or Is this report in shape to show to the president? The first expression dates from the late 1700s; the use of shape for “a state of health or repair” dates from the mid-1800s. The antonyms of these expressions, out of condition and out of shape, date from the mid-1800s. For example, Their stock was out of condition and not suitable for selling, or I'm so out of shape that I can barely run a mile.


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He added that McLaren had some upgrades coming "in the next two races, we will see if we are in condition to alter the competitiveness of the car."

From BBC Oct. 20, 2024

Virtual classes have been "really a great lifeline for keeping me in condition and having interaction," she said.

From Salon Jan. 19, 2023

Laboratory experiments have demonstrated that the abiotic synthesis of organic molecules in condition similar to those of early Earth is possible.

From Textbooks Jun. 9, 2022

It was from Hrytsiv with a dire subject-heading: “ICU — critical change in condition of Lilia’s health.”

From New York Times May 3, 2022

Then he took a last, long look at his injured finger, as if to see whether it was in condition to make the trip back to his room.

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger

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