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lean and mean

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lean and mean

Fig. fit and ready for hard, efficient work. Dave got himself lean and mean and is ready to play in Saturday's game. The management is lean and mean and looks to turn a profit next year.

See also: and, lean, mean

lean and mean

mod. capable and ready for hard, efficient work. Ron got himself lean and mean and is ready to play in Saturday’s game.

See also: and, lean, mean