put in good shape
Example Sentences
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The army was now being rapidly put in good shape; a complete re-organization was being effected, and all were feeling less discouraged.
From Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles by John McElroy
The engine, which had been put in good shape, was ready for them.
From The Young Firemen of Lakeville; or, Herbert Dare's Pluck by Frank V. Webster
Here the regiments were thoroughly organized and put in good shape for the next campaign.
From History of Kershaw's Brigade by D. Augustus Dickert
A little later the second tent was in position, and everything about the camp was put in good shape.
From The Bobbsey Twins on the Deep Blue Sea by Laura Lee Hope
It had been put in good shape for the trip, but before starting Bert and Harry looked over all the ropes to make sure none were frayed, or had been cut.
From The Bobbsey Twins at Snow Lodge by Laura Lee Hope
