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Free sign upThe phrase "already in marginal shape" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is in a poor or suboptimal condition, often implying that it was not in good shape to begin with.
Example: "The project was already in marginal shape before the unexpected budget cuts further compromised its viability."
Alternatives: "in poor condition" or "in a bad state".
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The electrical systems of many buildings, already in marginal shape because of delayed maintenance, were also devastated by flooding.
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In agreement with findings in other cichlid species, similar adaptations to specialized feeding mechanisms can consequently lead to marginal shape changes in the trophic apparatus.
Neiman is already in great shape.
The children in Iraq are already in sorrowful shape.
The economy is already in bad shape.
Evans said the squad is already in good shape but feels they cannot be complacent.
The LPGA was already in bad shape.
"It's great if you're already in good shape.
The recent political conflict has severely damaged the health infrastructure, which was already in bad shape.
They are already in the right shape and very absorbent.
It's already in the right shape for making origami, so that part is easy.
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