shape up
phrasal verbPart ofshape
shape up — phrasal verb
1. to start behaving or performing better, especially after a warning that things a
1.phrasal verb
Definition
to start behaving or performing better, especially after a warning that things are not good enough; also used about a plan or situation that is gradually turning out well.
Example
Joshua's coach told him to shape up or lose his place on the team.
The festival programme is really shaping up — three new bands signed last week.