释义 |
whip something into shape whip (someone or something) into shapeTo return someone or something into acceptable condition or behavior, especially through direct, efficient, and practical means. The president won the election on his promise to whip the economy into shape by overhauling outdated or inefficient legislation. What he really needs is a mentor who will whip him into shape.See also: shape, whipwhip something into shape verbSee lick something into shapeSee also: shape, something, whip |