out of shape
phrase
1
: not in the usual shape
The bike's rim was all out of shape.
: so as not to be in the usual shape
The wire cage was all twisted out of shape.
2
: not in a physically strong and healthy condition
out of shape from lack of exercise
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“Out of shape.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/out%20of%20shape. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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