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in good sorts

idiom
Meaning

Healthy, functional; in good condition.


Origin

disputed origin

See the more common out of sorts.

Examples
SIMPLE

After a long rest, I feel in good sorts again.

CONTEXTUAL

The old car had been sitting in the garage for years, but the mechanic got it back in good sorts.

COMPLEX

Despite the grueling journey across the mountains, the travelers arrived at the village in surprisingly good sorts, ready to continue their expedition.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    a good deal

    Very much; to a great extent; a lot; lots.

  2. 02

    all good

    It's all good.

  3. 03

    bill of goods

    A set of misleading or deceptive claims.

  4. 04

    but good

    To a high degree; very thoroughly; in a most definite manner.

  5. 05

    come from a good place

    To be motivated by decency, kindness, or good intentions.

  6. 06

    come up with the goods

    To produce what was expected or required.

  7. 07

    deal a good hand

    To assign favorable circumstances in life to someone.

  8. 08

    deliver the goods

    To do what was promised or expected.

Last updated April 17, 2026