in condition

Idioms and Phrases

Also, in good condition or shape ; 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 .

Example Sentences

Once he had thought that this shut-in condition was due to the strange views of Big Tom.

From Project Gutenberg