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What is the origin of the idiom 'fit as a fiddle'?

Fit as a Fiddle - in good health; in fine shape

origin: This expression dates from at least the 1600s. A fiddle that is fit is well-tuned and in good shape and can play terrific music. So , it was combined wth the word 'fit' to become an alliteration.

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