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In rude health

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Positive Connotation

The phrase 'in rude health' suggests someone is exceptionally well and implies positivity and strength.

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Even after a strenuous hike, he appeared in rude health.
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Informal Usage

'In rude health' is casual and typically used in informal conversations or personal writing.

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At the family reunion, Grandma was clearly in rude health.
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Not Literal

Sometimes used figuratively to describe things that are thriving, not just about people's health.

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The garden was in rude health, with all flowers blooming brightly.
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