whip into shape

bash into shape

Of an item, to fix or build it; often in a rough and ready fashion.

fair crack of the whip

Let's have an equitable attempt, match, or process. Used as an appeal for reasonableness.

get bent out of shape

To take offense; to become angry, agitated, or upset.

in any way, shape, or form

In any way at all; whatsoever.

lick into shape

To exert considerable effort to change (someone or something) into a desired state.

pencil whip

To approve a document without actually knowing or reviewing what it is that is being approved.

shape up

To improve; to correct one's bad habits or behavior.

shape up or ship out

To 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.