Describing People - Healthiness

Explore English idioms that relate to healthiness, including "safe and sound" and "in shape".

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safe and sound [phrase]

not damaged or injured in any way

Ex: After the storm passed , everyone in the neighborhood was relieved to be safe and sound .

(as|) healthy as a horse [phrase]

used to describe someone that is in a prime state of health or physical stability

Ex: Oliver , despite his age , is healthy as a horse .

(as|) right as rain [phrase]

used to suggest that someone or something has fully recovered or is in good working condition

Ex: Laura was sick , but she 's now as right as rain .

(as|) strong as an (ox|oak) [phrase]

used to refer to someone with an immense amount of strength

Ex: Mark , a construction worker , is as strong as an oak .

in the pink (of condition|of health|) [phrase]

(of a person) in a very healthy physical state

Ex: Despite his age , Mr. Thompson was still in the pink .

up and (about|around) [phrase]

used to refer to someone who has recovered from an illness or injury and is no longer in bed

Ex: Despite the recent surgery , Emma was up and around , taking short walks and gradually resuming her daily activities under the guidance of her healthcare provider .

in shape [phrase]

(of a person) having a healthy or fit body

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on {one's} feet [phrase]

in good health after a period of illness or injury

Ex: The accident left Peter with a broken leg , but thanks to a successful surgery and intensive rehabilitation , he was able to get back on his feet and resume his active lifestyle .

(as|) good as gold [phrase]

(of a person) having good health or positive outlook on life

Ex: After recovering from the illness , he 's feeling good as gold and ready to get back to his normal routine .

on the mend [phrase]

used to refer to someone who is starting to get or feel better after a period of illness or injury

Ex: After a few days of rest and medication , Emily is on the mend and expects to be back to work soon .

(rosy|pink) (about|around) the gills [phrase]

healthy or cheerful in appearance

Ex: Jenny 's face was noticeably rosy around the gills after she received the good news about her promotion at work .

to [regain] {one's} feet [phrase]

to manage to stand upright after taking a fall or being knocked down

Ex: He regained his feet and continued on but was hit again , this time in the leg .

beauty sleep [noun]

the sleep that is believed to be necessary for maintaining one's physical appearance and overall health

Ex: After a long day of work , Mark knew he needed a good night 's sleep to recharge and get his beauty sleep .

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