in condition

Idioms  

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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Example Sentences

“Seventy-eight years is a long time to keep these ships in condition to be floating, especially when we want to use them as a museum piece and use them as an educational tool.”

From Seattle Times

Despite the pandemic, they had to keep dancing, keep in condition, keep teaching.

From Washington Times

“We’re playing in the Champions League, in our stadium, against Liverpool. That alone should put us in condition to play a great game, just like we were able to do against Ajax.”

From Seattle Times

Carroll said Harrison needs a little more time to get in condition because he hasn’t played since last season with Detroit.

From Seattle Times

“Me and my stepdad just found different ways to stay in condition on the court, off the court, wherever we could find it. I do feel like I’m in good shape right now.”

From Seattle Times