Choose the option from the following which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase:

shape up or ship out.

The correct answer is: Option 1.

Key Points

• The phrase "shape up or ship out" means to improve one's performance or behavior or else leave the place or position. (बेहतर काम करें या छोड़ दें)
  • Example: The manager told the team that they need to shape up or ship out if they want to keep their jobs.
• "Work better or leave" means to improve your work performance or face the consequence of being asked to leave the job. (बेहतर काम करें या छोड़ दें)
  • Example: The coach warned the players to work better or leave the team.
• Hence, the phrase 'shape up or ship out' is best expressed by the option 'Work better or leave'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Do it slowly and carefully (धीरे और सावधानी से करें): Taking one's time to perform a task with caution.
  • Example: It's important to do it slowly and carefully to avoid mistakes.
• Something common (कुछ सामान्य): Referring to something usual or frequently encountered.
  • Example: Rain during the monsoon season is something common.
• Don't be so critical (इतना आलोचनात्मक मत बनो): Advising someone not to be overly judgemental or harsh.
  • Example: Don’t be so critical of her efforts; she is doing her best.