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in any way, shape, or form

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in any way, shape, or form

In any way, style, or manner at all. I've been doing this job for 30 years, so I know I'm the most qualified candidate in any way, shape, or form! I will not tolerate rudeness in any way, shape, or form.

See also: any, form

in any way, shape, or form

Fig. in any manner. I refuse to tell a lie in any way, shape, or form!

See also: any, form

in any way, shape, or form

in any possible manner or under any conditions Neither Bill nor Ann is prepared for this in any way, shape, or form.

Usage notes: often used in the form not in any way, shape, or form: The new principal said that she would not in any way, shape, or form tell teachers how to teach their subjects.

See also: any, form