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have one's act together

To be serious, organized, worthwhile, etc.

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  • Figuratively, a comparison with the achieved result and the preparation involved in creating, producing, rehearsing, and polishing a theatrical act or similar performance.
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Teresa also shows us that to have one's act together and stay within the boundaries of conventional piety is not the goal of the spiritual life.

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