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shape up

shape up


intransitive verb 
Definition:
 
1. reach acceptable standard: to reach an acceptably high standard of behavior, skill, or attitude

2. develop in particular way: to seem to be developing in a particular way
It's shaping up to be an environmental disaster.

3. improve: to improve or develop in the way that is wanted ( informal )

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