in shape

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Synonyms of in shapenext
: in an original, normal, or fit condition
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Musician Benson Boone postponed his Sacramento concert just hours before he was set to take the stage at Golden 1 Center, saying his voice was not in shape to perform. — Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 9 Aug. 2026 Non-hybrid varieties prized for complex flavor and unusual colors, though often less uniform in shape. — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2026 Heirlooms, prized for complex flavor and unusual colors, tend to be less uniform in shape but stand out in Caprese or on a cheese board. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 6 Aug. 2026 After analyzing coprolite samples taken from over 35 sites around the world, researchers documented a clear shift in shape, size, and composition as the Ediacaran gave way to the Cambrian. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in shape

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