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present participle of shape (up)
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(Entry 1 of 2)
to take on a definite form
- this group of summer interns is shaping up to be one of the best we've ever hired
Synonyms for shaping (up)
- crystallizing
- (also crystalizing),
- forming,
- jelling,
- solidifying
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shaping up
verb (2)present participle of shape up
Synonyms & Antonyms of shaping up (Entry 2 of 2)
to change one's behavior or character for the better
- told his son that if he didn't shape up, he'd be grounded for a month
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