IN THE PINK Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

in the pink

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Definition of in the pink

as in healthy

enjoying health and vigor They were happy to see their friend was in the pink after the procedure.

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in shape

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This change in shape also limits the amount of venom that can be drawn back from the wound.

— Mike McRae October 12, New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2026
The Finals ran into June, and Brown said the group still arrived in shape.

— James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of in shape

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