Meaning of 'Shape up or ship out'
What does the saying 'Shape up or ship out' mean?
Idiom: Shape up or ship out
Meaning:
If someone has to shape up or ship out, they have to improve or leave their job, organisation, etc.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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