In The Pink

Pronunciation: /ɪn ðə pɪŋk/

Definitions of in the pink

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

Example Sentences

A1 The baby's cheeks were in the pink.

A2 After a good night's sleep, she woke up feeling in the pink.

B1 Despite the long hike, he was still in the pink of health.

B2 The athlete's performance was in the pink, winning the gold medal.

C1 The company's financial status was in the pink, with record profits.

C2 Her presentation skills were in the pink, impressing the entire board.

Examples of in the pink in a Sentence

formal After her successful surgery, the doctor confirmed that she was in the pink of health.

informal I just got my test results back and I'm in the pink, everything's good!

slang She's feeling in the pink after acing her exams.

figurative Despite the challenges, he remained in the pink and kept a positive attitude.

Grammatical Forms of in the pink

• past tense: was in the pink
• plural: are in the pink
• comparative: more in the pink
• superlative: most in the pink
• present tense: am in the pink
• future tense: will be in the pink
• perfect tense: have been in the pink
• continuous tense: is being in the pink
• singular: is in the pink
• positive degree: in the pink
• infinitive: to be in the pink
• gerund: being in the pink
• participle: been in the pink

Origin and Evolution of in the pink

First Known Use: 0016 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'in the pink' originated from the old English word 'pynca', meaning to decorate or adorn. Over time, it evolved to mean in perfect health or condition.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something adorned or decorated, 'in the pink' eventually shifted to refer to someone being in good health or condition.