shape up or ship out
idiomTo either improve one's behavior or else be required to leave; to either improve one's performance in an activity or else withdraw from that activity completely.
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bash into shape
Of an item, to fix or build it; often in a rough and ready fashion.
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get bent out of shape
To take offense; to become angry, agitated, or upset.
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in any way, shape, or form
In any way at all; whatsoever.
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lick into shape
To exert considerable effort to change (someone or something) into a desired state.
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one's ship comes in
One makes or comes into possession of a significant amount of money.
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shape up
To improve; to correct one's bad habits or behavior.
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sinking ship
Something which is doomed; an impending debacle; an ongoing disaster.
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steady the ship
To bring under control.