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in shape

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as in healthy

enjoying health and vigor The older he got the more he cared about staying in shape.

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Recent Examples of in shape The pair’s massive back tattoos both feature a giant cross alike in shape, though their respective pieces are each filled with different patterns. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Sep. 2026 The smooth, unique stones naturally vary in shape, color and texture. — Yvonne Villasenor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026 Simple in shape, being straight, these trumpets have remarkable embellishments depicting Egyptian gods and hieroglyphs. — Kara Rogers, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Sep. 2026 The leaves of chestnut oaks, however, are similar to the late, great American chestnut (hence the name), though more oval in shape. — Colin Moore, Outdoor Life, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in shape

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