Describing People - Sound Body & Mind
Dive into English idioms regarding a sound body and mind, like "up to the mark" and "new lease on life".
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the picture of (good) health
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someone who is in a good state of health
Ex: After a month of rest and good food, he was the picture of health again.
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in the land of the living
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used to refer to someone who is in the good state of spirit and health
Ex: I haven't seen you in weeks!Good to know you're still in the land of the living.
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new lease on life
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a situation where someone experiences a positive change in their health, energy levels, or outlook on life
Ex: Moving to the countryside gave our family a new lease on life.
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(as) fit as a fiddle
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used to refer to someone who is very healthy and in good physical condition
Ex: You look fit as a fiddle — what's your secret?
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(as) sound as a roach
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free from illness or injury
Ex: You may be surprised, but at 75, my aunt is as sound as a roach.
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up to the mark
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in a healthy state, both physically and emotionally
Ex: After the treatment, he was finally up to the mark again.
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(of people) still alive and in good health
Ex: Despite his age, my grandfather is still alive and well.
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to keep in (good) trim
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to remain healthy and in good physical shape
Ex: Cycling regularly is an excellent way to keep in trim.
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