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Idiom: Shape Up

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To improve; to correct one's bad habits or behavior.

Example: "He'd better shape up soon, or he'll fail the class."

To take shape; to transform into or become.

Example: "The fog has vanished and it's shaping up to be a beautiful day."

Example Sentences

1
If you want to keep your job, you need to shape up and start meeting deadlines.
2
My parents told me I need to shape up and improve my grades.
3
The coach cautioned the team to shape up and give their best in the upcoming match.
4
The employees were given a warning to shape up or face the consequences.
5
After realizing he was out of shape, he decided to join a gym and shape up.

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