Definition of much in English:

much

determiner & pronounmore, most mʌtʃ

1often with negative or in questions A large amount.
as determiner I didn't get much sleep that night
I did so much shopping
as pronoun he does not eat much
they must bear much of the blame
Example sentencesExamples
- Local drivers will bear much of the cost, through road tolls and vehicle licence fees.
- He is thought to have spent much of the previous night at a North Yorkshire guest house.
- How do you disagree with much of what the papers print, yet defend to the death their right to print it?
- There was so much juicy gossip it was hard to pay much attention to the debate.
- I didn't have much interesting news to offer him, but it was nice just to talk to him.
- The whole show was cringingly off the mark and much of the time was just plain boring and pointless.
- So much of modern medicine relies on our understanding of the physiology of the human body.
- Technically that's a good thing, as it means there's not much bad going on in the world.
- These stories are rife on the streets and provoke much fear, among the rich and poor equally.
- Few argue with the need to improve the shabby eyesore which blights much of Piccadilly.
- To be honest I was asleep for much of the flight so I really don't know what happened.
- She didn't say much other than what she was up to professionally, but there you go.
- So much money is going into the city centre and we feel that we're being ignored.
- So much it is possible to learn from reading the newspapers and watching the television.
- The most important thing is that we're here and there isn't much left for the finish.
- I am a little afraid to ask what it is, but I do know I will not be eating much of this.
- He does not have much free time but when he does he enjoys spending time in his garden.
- Often this turns out to be a hoax, clogging up the net and causing much unnecessary anxiety.
- None of the brothers had given much thought to the consequences of their actions.
- It is therefore no wonder that it yields poor crops, in return for much labour and expense.
Synonyms
a lot of, a great/good deal of, a great/large amount of, plenty of, ample, copious, abundant, plentiful, considerable, substantial
informal lots of, loads of, heaps of, masses of, a pile of, piles of, oodles of, tons of, more … than one can shake a stick at
British informal lashings of, a shedload of
North American informal gobs of
vulgar slang a shitload of
a lot, a great/good deal, plenty
informal lots, loads, heaps, masses, oodles, tons
1. 1.1as pronoun, with negative Used to refer disparagingly to someone or something as being a poor specimen.
  I'm not much of a gardener
  Example sentencesExamples
  As anyone can see, I'm not much of a scholar when it comes to writing, maybe when it comes to anything.
  In an escalating situation neither side has much of a reputation for brinkmanship.
  Great person, and a huge influence, but didn't have that much of an effect on the album.
  The idea wasn't at all simple and so I didn't have much of a chance to run with it.
  Well folks, not much of a story, is it?

adverbmore, most mʌtʃmətʃ

1To a great extent; a great deal.
did it hurt much?
thanks very much
they did not mind, much to my surprise
with comparative they look much better
Example sentencesExamples
- So much did he love playing the trumpet that he had bought a new instrument.
- In wealthy areas, the total income available to be taxed is much higher than in poor areas.
- The dog is a much loved family pet and on these two occasions it was allowed to roam on to the street.
- Scotland was a much poorer country than England at the time of the Treaty of Union.
- Michael will miss his adopted home and the camaraderie and will be much missed in turn.
- Their innovative power and tremendous humour and charm are still very much intact.
- The main river is a much different prospect, with a nice variety of fish falling to maggot.
- It is a gesture that is very much appreciated by myself and Dawn's family in Devon.
- Sherry has been much reviled by reviewers and accused of literally losing the plot.
- The rich are much more powerful than the poor and will crush them with a level playing field.
- Will rushed over to check I was ok, and gave me a much-needed hug, stroking my hair as he did so.
- So much so, that when I do have a task to perform, it seems like a really big deal.
- Her shoulders shone with a deepening tan, much different from when he had first seen her.
- McEwan has always had a twinkle in her eyes and this is going to be very much evident with the new series.
- Yet the poor person is much more likely to spend an additional dollar than a rich person.
- He had not much liked the earlier hit he had taken, and he absolutely despised this.
- In his studies he was much influenced by the thinking of Gandhi and Reinhold Niebuhr.
- He was much respected for his willingness to listen, and for the sincerity of his advice.
- Such a screenwriter runs the risk of being accused of much more than just poor taste.
- The meeting of City fans on Monday revealed that the soul of York City is very much alive.
Synonyms
greatly, to a great extent/degree, a great deal, a lot, exceedingly, considerably, appreciably, decidedly, indeed
1. 1.1usually with negative or in questions For a large part of one's time; often.
  I'm not there much
  Example sentencesExamples
  I don't go out much anymore, so a Guide Dog would be wasted on me.
  We don't watch tv much, but we spend all of our time on the Internet.
  He is kind of an egocentric person and I guess if he doesn't read much, he doesn't think anyone does either.
  Synonyms
  often, frequently, many times, on many/numerous occasions, repeatedly, recurrently, regularly, habitually, customarily, routinely, usually, normally, commonly
  for long, for a long time
  informal a lot

Phrases

as much

The same.
I am sure she would do as much for me
Example sentencesExamples
- I hoped as much, thanks for confirming that.
- Those of us who have to travel on the Northern line have suspected as much for years.
- I figured as much: I had a feeling this was the case.

a bit much

informal Somewhat excessive or unreasonable.
his earnestness can be a bit much
Example sentencesExamples
- To describe his uncritical account of the official view as ‘an investigation’ is a bit much.
- I knew drink was dear in the South but 80 euro for a pint of Harp is a bit much.
- I will go out for him for the sake of research but really 3 calls in 2 days is a bit much since we haven't even had a date yet!
- The picture above with all the limousines is maybe a bit much, but hey, that's just the kind of place it is.
- I've also realised that I quite like having people about, as long as I have a room to hide out in when it gets a bit much.
- It may have been a bit much to expect Dixon to visit the jazz clubs or to go up to Harlem to listen to some blues, but there was plenty else to do and see.
- Yes, all this red wine as emblem and object of worship may get a bit much, of course.
- To say that we developed a keen interest in the subject might be stretching credibility a bit much.
- While still a beautiful location, the over-the-top glitz of St. Tropez is a bit much.
- Mind you, while they deserve harsh punishment, nine years might be a bit much.
- The pregnancy storyline was a bit much and definitely unneeded although it added depth to Dan's family life.
- D'you reckon red fishnet sleeves are a bit much for the first day back?
- It probably was a bit much to ask them to do it all over again.
- I think he's trying to insert some humour into what could be a dull text, but the persistent labeling is a bit much.
- I've been in trouble in the past but a three-year ban is a bit much.
- I knew Labour Ministers lie a bit, but accusing two ministers in one week of hypocrisy is a bit much.
- If that brings attention that gets a bit much now and again that's something I'll have to learn to deal with.
- Though I sometimes find Margo a bit much, at least she has something to contribute.
- I don't know exactly what to call what I've just been through in the last 24 hours, but it's all a bit much.
- When the tourists pour in to see the autumn leaves, traffic on Skyline Drive can be a bit much.
Synonyms
unacceptable, intolerable, insufferable, unsatisfactory, undesirable, unreasonable, objectionable, insupportable

make much of

Give or ascribe a significant amount of attention or importance to.
the island can make much of its history as a trading post between Europe and the Arab world
Mr Smith was glad to be made much of
Example sentencesExamples
- It may be 35 years since the Beatles broke up, but even now Liverpool still makes much of its Fab Four heritage.
- Mr Taylor makes much of what he regards as the failure of the Council to advise him of his right to appeal to the County Court.
- This isn't a huge error on its own, of course, and if it were the only error, I wouldn't make much of it.
- On the news tonight, a reporter made much of a family's grief and joy, somewhere in the heartland.
- The press made much of his motorcycle, leather jackets and T-shirts, his bongo drum playing.
- The Dutch have made much of their fantastic flood preparedness compared to us.
- In discussing the song ‘Watching the River Flow’, he makes much of what he calls the ‘choppy’ arrangement and how it works against the lyric.
- That is what he pushed hardest in the campaign, but it's an issue he never made much of until then.
- As you know, the Democrats are making much of that relationship with your company.
- The incident was made much of in the American newspapers, and there was a general outcry from the U.S. public.
- Burginde made much of very little, but there was wisdom in her ways, I could see.
- Obviously, the defense team is making much of this, the prosecution saying it will have no effect on either case.
- The two senators today made much of their optimism.
- I think he is making much of the relations with neighbouring countries more than anything and is making efforts to deepen mutual understanding.
- No doubt, additionally, Mr Sage was glad to be made much of, and interested to take part in the preparation of the case.
- Hasan makes much of the hijab, worn for reasons of modesty.
- No one will probably make much of his low ethics in the matter, either.
- Of course, her Junoesque figure was exploited in the films and made much of in the media.
- People are making much of Mr Wilson's credibility.
- Mr. Weigel makes much of what he sees as atheistic humanism in Europe, and he calls for a revitalization of Europe's Christian roots.
Synonyms
flatter, compliment, praise, commend, admire, express admiration for, pay tribute to, say nice things about

(as) much as

Even though.
much as I had enjoyed my adventure it was good to be back
Example sentencesExamples
- As much as we all want to party, showing up hungover to the parade can be dangerous.
- I simply have too much stuff in my room to try to vacuum the place, much as it may need it.
- As much as I love going to London, jetting over every other week seemed a bit hectic.
- As much as we'd have liked to win, could you really have seen it happening in your wildest dreams?
- As much as I do love London and do my best not to let my negative experiences get me down, a break is always good.
- As much as I know that we need to take the rough with the smooth, I think some smooth would be very nice right about now.
- As much as I love the fall and its colours and smells, a part of me always dies with the summer.
- This is a bit long, but, much as it pains me to say it, it's my sort of spoof and I wish I'd written it.
- Ambience is important when you're eating out, and much as we tried, it was in short supply.
- The trouble is, I know I will not have enough energy to go to both these events, much as I want to.
- Heavy vehicles, much as they try, find it impossible not to rattle or cause trailers to bounce.
- But much as Murray is revelling in his new status as a tournament champion, he is not daft.
- As much as they were scared initially they were also inspired by the strength they witnessed.
- Which is why I am sick of hearing about the man, much as I like and respect him.
- As much as we joke and laugh about it, it does rule our life, but I never like that.
- As much as he denies it, what was supposed to be a temporary job is becoming a vocation.
- As much as I like staying at my parents' house, I find that I never sleep very well there.
- As much as he enjoyed his career, it paled into insignificance beside the love he felt for his family.
- I make pasta for the others, but I eat it only once a week, much as I'd love to eat tons.
- As much as we could see that this was a good plan, the audience seemed a little confused.

not much in it

Little difference between things being compared.
Example sentencesExamples
- To my eye at least, the new screen is marginally tidier, but there is not much in it.
- With the bat, Flintoff has a slightly more orthodox technique, but there's not much in it.
- We didn't find it suited beginners quite as snugly as the other system, but there's not much in it.
- But I'll freely admit that I'm influenced in part by the fact that I'm more of an X-Men fan than a Spiderman fan anyway; there's not much in it at all.
- I still prefer our version (we've got two out, I think they're both good), but there's not much in it as the Exploited version was very close to ours when they recorded it.

so much the better (or worse)

That is even better (or worse)
we want to hear your say, but if you make it short, so much the better
Example sentencesExamples
- If Asia can focus its limited resources on translating such knowledge into real-life uses, so much the better.
- If the boat requires or solicits rescue prior to arrival so much the better - someone needs to know they're there.
- If you understand enough of the language to appreciate the compact poetry of the original French version, so much the better.
- If you can get both versions of a film so much the better.
- If farmers' incomes are sustained as a side-effect, then so much the better.
- Happiness is watching kids in the water, and if parents can dip their legs in the water, too, so much the better.
- If you can market us in Swindon too, so much the better!
- They would be delighted to welcome any parents who would help out and if you come with some goodies so much the better!
- If you can ride a horse, so much the better; you'll travel far greater distances and reach terrain beyond the scope of most walkers.
- If they were exposed to humiliation or embarrassment in front of their families or colleagues, so much the better.
- If he becomes more reflective, if he becomes nicer to other people, so much the better.
- If the Security Council gives him the mandate, so much the better.
- If you have more, so much the better - we're a little short up here.
- If the celebrations could be associated with a greater awareness of the country's culture, history and traditions, so much the better.
- So yeah, if I broaden my horizons and meet interesting and amusing people, then so much the better.
- And if she chooses to value the book just for its emotional effect, rather than for its insights into the Meaning of Life, so much the better.
- If this means we hear less from them at election time, so much the better.
- If we can gallop past that target, so much the better.
- What then followed was a bundle of falsehoods and bizarre inversions of reality, perhaps retailed in good faith (and so much the worse if they were).
- And surprisingly, if you have some fat to go with it, so much the better.

this much

The fact about to be stated.
I know this much, you would defy the world to get what you wanted
Example sentencesExamples
- I have to hire an entire team of people for a brand new project - this much is true.
- I'll tell you this much, any guy who pulls a stunt like that is coming away with a bloody stump.
- But you accept this much at any rate: you did in fact stab her twice?
- Details of exactly what happened next are murky, but this much is clear.
- I haven't a clue about politics but I do know this much - the country needs us to pay our taxes.

too much

An intolerable, impossible, or exhausting situation or experience.
the effort proved too much for her
Example sentencesExamples
- My father felt like that was maybe a little bit too much for me, but how else do you learn?
- It is too much for us lesser mortals to understand fully what we are supporting and why.
- It was quite good, if you like that sort of thing but it was all too much for the Royal couple.
- Their outstanding quality was a little bit too much for us and it was a fair result.
- Is it too much to ask to have a little drama surrounding my entrance into the world?
- For a few though, the constant pressure gets too much and they have to bow out or fold up.
- She just goes ahead and does it, telling me to swear out loud if the pain gets too much.
- Much as Clune likes stirring up a bit of a buzz, there are times when it can be too much even for her.
- In the first leg of the race, it was very rough and I thought that it was too much for me.
- Sarcasm was obviously too much for his assailant as he jumped off the tube and ran away.

Derivatives

muchly

adverb ˈmʌtʃ(ə)liˈmətʃli

humorous

To a great extent; very much.
thank you muchly for the welcome
Example sentencesExamples
- as submodifier any help or support would be muchly appreciated
- I'll make a few bucks off the sale of each book, which will help out muchly when I join the ranks of the unemployed in mid-December.
- I have Womens Studies and am looking forward to it muchly… that is, if class isn't cancelled tonight.
- I remember thinking that violins would smell of a forest in summer, and was muchly disappointed when it smelt metallic and oily.

Origin

Middle English: shortened from muchel, from Old English micel (see mickle).

Rhymes

clutch, crutch, Dutch, hutch, inasmuch, insomuch, mutch, scutch, such, thrutch, touch

Definition of much in US English:

much

pronoun & determinermətʃməCH

1often with negative or in questions A large amount.
as determiner I did not get much sleep
I did so much shopping
as pronoun he does not eat much
they must bear much of the blame
Example sentencesExamples
- So much of modern medicine relies on our understanding of the physiology of the human body.
- The whole show was cringingly off the mark and much of the time was just plain boring and pointless.
- There was so much juicy gossip it was hard to pay much attention to the debate.
- It is therefore no wonder that it yields poor crops, in return for much labour and expense.
- Few argue with the need to improve the shabby eyesore which blights much of Piccadilly.
- I am a little afraid to ask what it is, but I do know I will not be eating much of this.
- Technically that's a good thing, as it means there's not much bad going on in the world.
- I didn't have much interesting news to offer him, but it was nice just to talk to him.
- Often this turns out to be a hoax, clogging up the net and causing much unnecessary anxiety.
- None of the brothers had given much thought to the consequences of their actions.
- He is thought to have spent much of the previous night at a North Yorkshire guest house.
- Local drivers will bear much of the cost, through road tolls and vehicle licence fees.
- She didn't say much other than what she was up to professionally, but there you go.
- So much money is going into the city centre and we feel that we're being ignored.
- So much it is possible to learn from reading the newspapers and watching the television.
- To be honest I was asleep for much of the flight so I really don't know what happened.
- How do you disagree with much of what the papers print, yet defend to the death their right to print it?
- He does not have much free time but when he does he enjoys spending time in his garden.
- These stories are rife on the streets and provoke much fear, among the rich and poor equally.
- The most important thing is that we're here and there isn't much left for the finish.
Synonyms
a lot of, a good deal of, a great deal of, a great amount of, a large amount of, plenty of, ample, copious, abundant, plentiful, considerable, substantial
a lot, a good deal, a great deal, plenty
1. 1.1as pronoun, with negative Used to refer disparagingly to someone or something as being a poor specimen.
  I'm not much of a gardener
  Example sentencesExamples
  As anyone can see, I'm not much of a scholar when it comes to writing, maybe when it comes to anything.
  Great person, and a huge influence, but didn't have that much of an effect on the album.
  The idea wasn't at all simple and so I didn't have much of a chance to run with it.
  In an escalating situation neither side has much of a reputation for brinkmanship.
  Well folks, not much of a story, is it?

adverbmətʃməCH

1To a great extent; a great deal.
did it hurt much?
thanks very much
they did not mind, much to my surprise
with comparative they look much better
with superlative Nicolai's English was much the worst
Example sentencesExamples
- So much did he love playing the trumpet that he had bought a new instrument.
- Sherry has been much reviled by reviewers and accused of literally losing the plot.
- Scotland was a much poorer country than England at the time of the Treaty of Union.
- He was much respected for his willingness to listen, and for the sincerity of his advice.
- Will rushed over to check I was ok, and gave me a much-needed hug, stroking my hair as he did so.
- Yet the poor person is much more likely to spend an additional dollar than a rich person.
- Their innovative power and tremendous humour and charm are still very much intact.
- The main river is a much different prospect, with a nice variety of fish falling to maggot.
- The rich are much more powerful than the poor and will crush them with a level playing field.
- Her shoulders shone with a deepening tan, much different from when he had first seen her.
- The dog is a much loved family pet and on these two occasions it was allowed to roam on to the street.
- In wealthy areas, the total income available to be taxed is much higher than in poor areas.
- Such a screenwriter runs the risk of being accused of much more than just poor taste.
- In his studies he was much influenced by the thinking of Gandhi and Reinhold Niebuhr.
- It is a gesture that is very much appreciated by myself and Dawn's family in Devon.
- He had not much liked the earlier hit he had taken, and he absolutely despised this.
- McEwan has always had a twinkle in her eyes and this is going to be very much evident with the new series.
- Michael will miss his adopted home and the camaraderie and will be much missed in turn.
- So much so, that when I do have a task to perform, it seems like a really big deal.
- The meeting of City fans on Monday revealed that the soul of York City is very much alive.
Synonyms
greatly, to a great degree, to a great extent, a great deal, a lot, exceedingly, considerably, appreciably, decidedly, indeed
1. 1.1usually with negative or in questions For a large part of one's time; often.
  I'm not there much
  Example sentencesExamples
  He is kind of an egocentric person and I guess if he doesn't read much, he doesn't think anyone does either.
  We don't watch tv much, but we spend all of our time on the Internet.
  I don't go out much anymore, so a Guide Dog would be wasted on me.
  Synonyms
  often, frequently, many times, on many occasions, on numerous occasions, repeatedly, recurrently, regularly, habitually, customarily, routinely, usually, normally, commonly

Phrases

as much

The same.
I am sure she would do as much for me
Example sentencesExamples
- I hoped as much, thanks for confirming that.
- Those of us who have to travel on the Northern line have suspected as much for years.
- I figured as much: I had a feeling this was the case.

a bit much

informal Somewhat excessive or unreasonable.
his earnestness can be a bit much
Example sentencesExamples
- D'you reckon red fishnet sleeves are a bit much for the first day back?
- When the tourists pour in to see the autumn leaves, traffic on Skyline Drive can be a bit much.
- I don't know exactly what to call what I've just been through in the last 24 hours, but it's all a bit much.
- To say that we developed a keen interest in the subject might be stretching credibility a bit much.
- The picture above with all the limousines is maybe a bit much, but hey, that's just the kind of place it is.
- I think he's trying to insert some humour into what could be a dull text, but the persistent labeling is a bit much.
- To describe his uncritical account of the official view as ‘an investigation’ is a bit much.
- If that brings attention that gets a bit much now and again that's something I'll have to learn to deal with.
- Yes, all this red wine as emblem and object of worship may get a bit much, of course.
- It may have been a bit much to expect Dixon to visit the jazz clubs or to go up to Harlem to listen to some blues, but there was plenty else to do and see.
- It probably was a bit much to ask them to do it all over again.
- I knew drink was dear in the South but 80 euro for a pint of Harp is a bit much.
- I will go out for him for the sake of research but really 3 calls in 2 days is a bit much since we haven't even had a date yet!
- The pregnancy storyline was a bit much and definitely unneeded although it added depth to Dan's family life.
- I've also realised that I quite like having people about, as long as I have a room to hide out in when it gets a bit much.
- While still a beautiful location, the over-the-top glitz of St. Tropez is a bit much.
- I've been in trouble in the past but a three-year ban is a bit much.
- I knew Labour Ministers lie a bit, but accusing two ministers in one week of hypocrisy is a bit much.
- Mind you, while they deserve harsh punishment, nine years might be a bit much.
- Though I sometimes find Margo a bit much, at least she has something to contribute.
Synonyms
unacceptable, intolerable, insufferable, unsatisfactory, undesirable, unreasonable, objectionable, insupportable

make much of

Give or ascribe a significant amount of attention or importance to.
the island can make much of its history as a trading post between Europe and the Arab world
Example sentencesExamples
- No one will probably make much of his low ethics in the matter, either.
- On the news tonight, a reporter made much of a family's grief and joy, somewhere in the heartland.
- Burginde made much of very little, but there was wisdom in her ways, I could see.
- The incident was made much of in the American newspapers, and there was a general outcry from the U.S. public.
- Obviously, the defense team is making much of this, the prosecution saying it will have no effect on either case.
- The Dutch have made much of their fantastic flood preparedness compared to us.
- In discussing the song ‘Watching the River Flow’, he makes much of what he calls the ‘choppy’ arrangement and how it works against the lyric.
- Mr Taylor makes much of what he regards as the failure of the Council to advise him of his right to appeal to the County Court.
- Mr. Weigel makes much of what he sees as atheistic humanism in Europe, and he calls for a revitalization of Europe's Christian roots.
- It may be 35 years since the Beatles broke up, but even now Liverpool still makes much of its Fab Four heritage.
- This isn't a huge error on its own, of course, and if it were the only error, I wouldn't make much of it.
- The two senators today made much of their optimism.
- I think he is making much of the relations with neighbouring countries more than anything and is making efforts to deepen mutual understanding.
- That is what he pushed hardest in the campaign, but it's an issue he never made much of until then.
- Of course, her Junoesque figure was exploited in the films and made much of in the media.
- People are making much of Mr Wilson's credibility.
- No doubt, additionally, Mr Sage was glad to be made much of, and interested to take part in the preparation of the case.
- As you know, the Democrats are making much of that relationship with your company.
- Hasan makes much of the hijab, worn for reasons of modesty.
- The press made much of his motorcycle, leather jackets and T-shirts, his bongo drum playing.
Synonyms
flatter, compliment, praise, commend, admire, express admiration for, pay tribute to, say nice things about

(as) much as

Even though.
much as I had enjoyed my adventure it was good to be back
Example sentencesExamples
- As much as we'd have liked to win, could you really have seen it happening in your wildest dreams?
- Heavy vehicles, much as they try, find it impossible not to rattle or cause trailers to bounce.
- I simply have too much stuff in my room to try to vacuum the place, much as it may need it.
- Ambience is important when you're eating out, and much as we tried, it was in short supply.
- This is a bit long, but, much as it pains me to say it, it's my sort of spoof and I wish I'd written it.
- As much as we joke and laugh about it, it does rule our life, but I never like that.
- Which is why I am sick of hearing about the man, much as I like and respect him.
- As much as we all want to party, showing up hungover to the parade can be dangerous.
- As much as he denies it, what was supposed to be a temporary job is becoming a vocation.
- As much as we could see that this was a good plan, the audience seemed a little confused.
- As much as I know that we need to take the rough with the smooth, I think some smooth would be very nice right about now.
- As much as I do love London and do my best not to let my negative experiences get me down, a break is always good.
- I make pasta for the others, but I eat it only once a week, much as I'd love to eat tons.
- The trouble is, I know I will not have enough energy to go to both these events, much as I want to.
- As much as I like staying at my parents' house, I find that I never sleep very well there.
- As much as they were scared initially they were also inspired by the strength they witnessed.
- As much as I love the fall and its colours and smells, a part of me always dies with the summer.
- As much as I love going to London, jetting over every other week seemed a bit hectic.
- As much as he enjoyed his career, it paled into insignificance beside the love he felt for his family.
- But much as Murray is revelling in his new status as a tournament champion, he is not daft.

so much the better (or worse)

That is even better (or worse)
we want to hear what you have to say, but if you can make it short, so much the better
Example sentencesExamples
- If you have more, so much the better - we're a little short up here.
- And surprisingly, if you have some fat to go with it, so much the better.
- If this means we hear less from them at election time, so much the better.
- If they were exposed to humiliation or embarrassment in front of their families or colleagues, so much the better.
- If he becomes more reflective, if he becomes nicer to other people, so much the better.
- If the celebrations could be associated with a greater awareness of the country's culture, history and traditions, so much the better.
- And if she chooses to value the book just for its emotional effect, rather than for its insights into the Meaning of Life, so much the better.
- They would be delighted to welcome any parents who would help out and if you come with some goodies so much the better!
- If Asia can focus its limited resources on translating such knowledge into real-life uses, so much the better.
- If you understand enough of the language to appreciate the compact poetry of the original French version, so much the better.
- If you can ride a horse, so much the better; you'll travel far greater distances and reach terrain beyond the scope of most walkers.
- If the Security Council gives him the mandate, so much the better.
- Happiness is watching kids in the water, and if parents can dip their legs in the water, too, so much the better.
- So yeah, if I broaden my horizons and meet interesting and amusing people, then so much the better.
- If the boat requires or solicits rescue prior to arrival so much the better - someone needs to know they're there.
- If we can gallop past that target, so much the better.
- If you can market us in Swindon too, so much the better!
- If farmers' incomes are sustained as a side-effect, then so much the better.
- What then followed was a bundle of falsehoods and bizarre inversions of reality, perhaps retailed in good faith (and so much the worse if they were).
- If you can get both versions of a film so much the better.

this much

The fact about to be stated.
I know this much, you would defy the world to get what you wanted
Example sentencesExamples
- I haven't a clue about politics but I do know this much - the country needs us to pay our taxes.
- Details of exactly what happened next are murky, but this much is clear.
- I'll tell you this much, any guy who pulls a stunt like that is coming away with a bloody stump.
- But you accept this much at any rate: you did in fact stab her twice?
- I have to hire an entire team of people for a brand new project - this much is true.

too much

An intolerable, impossible, or exhausting situation or experience.
the effort proved too much for her
Example sentencesExamples
- In the first leg of the race, it was very rough and I thought that it was too much for me.
- My father felt like that was maybe a little bit too much for me, but how else do you learn?
- For a few though, the constant pressure gets too much and they have to bow out or fold up.
- She just goes ahead and does it, telling me to swear out loud if the pain gets too much.
- Is it too much to ask to have a little drama surrounding my entrance into the world?
- It is too much for us lesser mortals to understand fully what we are supporting and why.
- It was quite good, if you like that sort of thing but it was all too much for the Royal couple.
- Their outstanding quality was a little bit too much for us and it was a fair result.
- Much as Clune likes stirring up a bit of a buzz, there are times when it can be too much even for her.
- Sarcasm was obviously too much for his assailant as he jumped off the tube and ran away.

Origin

Middle English: shortened from muchel, from Old English micel (see mickle).

单词	much
释义	Definition of much in English: much determiner & pronounmore, most mʌtʃ 1often with negative or in questions A large amount. as determiner I didn't get much sleep that night I did so much shopping as pronoun he does not eat much they must bear much of the blame Example sentencesExamples Local drivers will bear much of the cost, through road tolls and vehicle licence fees. He is thought to have spent much of the previous night at a North Yorkshire guest house. How do you disagree with much of what the papers print, yet defend to the death their right to print it? There was so much juicy gossip it was hard to pay much attention to the debate. I didn't have much interesting news to offer him, but it was nice just to talk to him. The whole show was cringingly off the mark and much of the time was just plain boring and pointless. So much of modern medicine relies on our understanding of the physiology of the human body. Technically that's a good thing, as it means there's not much bad going on in the world. These stories are rife on the streets and provoke much fear, among the rich and poor equally. Few argue with the need to improve the shabby eyesore which blights much of Piccadilly. To be honest I was asleep for much of the flight so I really don't know what happened. She didn't say much other than what she was up to professionally, but there you go. So much money is going into the city centre and we feel that we're being ignored. So much it is possible to learn from reading the newspapers and watching the television. The most important thing is that we're here and there isn't much left for the finish. I am a little afraid to ask what it is, but I do know I will not be eating much of this. He does not have much free time but when he does he enjoys spending time in his garden. Often this turns out to be a hoax, clogging up the net and causing much unnecessary anxiety. None of the brothers had given much thought to the consequences of their actions. It is therefore no wonder that it yields poor crops, in return for much labour and expense. Synonyms a lot of, a great/good deal of, a great/large amount of, plenty of, ample, copious, abundant, plentiful, considerable, substantial informal lots of, loads of, heaps of, masses of, a pile of, piles of, oodles of, tons of, more … than one can shake a stick at British informal lashings of, a shedload of North American informal gobs of vulgar slang a shitload of a lot, a great/good deal, plenty informal lots, loads, heaps, masses, oodles, tons 1.1as pronoun, with negative Used to refer disparagingly to someone or something as being a poor specimen. I'm not much of a gardener Example sentencesExamples As anyone can see, I'm not much of a scholar when it comes to writing, maybe when it comes to anything. In an escalating situation neither side has much of a reputation for brinkmanship. Great person, and a huge influence, but didn't have that much of an effect on the album. The idea wasn't at all simple and so I didn't have much of a chance to run with it. Well folks, not much of a story, is it? adverbmore, most mʌtʃmətʃ 1To a great extent; a great deal. did it hurt much? thanks very much they did not mind, much to my surprise with comparative they look much better Example sentencesExamples So much did he love playing the trumpet that he had bought a new instrument. In wealthy areas, the total income available to be taxed is much higher than in poor areas. The dog is a much loved family pet and on these two occasions it was allowed to roam on to the street. Scotland was a much poorer country than England at the time of the Treaty of Union. Michael will miss his adopted home and the camaraderie and will be much missed in turn. Their innovative power and tremendous humour and charm are still very much intact. The main river is a much different prospect, with a nice variety of fish falling to maggot. It is a gesture that is very much appreciated by myself and Dawn's family in Devon. Sherry has been much reviled by reviewers and accused of literally losing the plot. The rich are much more powerful than the poor and will crush them with a level playing field. Will rushed over to check I was ok, and gave me a much-needed hug, stroking my hair as he did so. So much so, that when I do have a task to perform, it seems like a really big deal. Her shoulders shone with a deepening tan, much different from when he had first seen her. McEwan has always had a twinkle in her eyes and this is going to be very much evident with the new series. Yet the poor person is much more likely to spend an additional dollar than a rich person. He had not much liked the earlier hit he had taken, and he absolutely despised this. In his studies he was much influenced by the thinking of Gandhi and Reinhold Niebuhr. He was much respected for his willingness to listen, and for the sincerity of his advice. Such a screenwriter runs the risk of being accused of much more than just poor taste. The meeting of City fans on Monday revealed that the soul of York City is very much alive. Synonyms greatly, to a great extent/degree, a great deal, a lot, exceedingly, considerably, appreciably, decidedly, indeed 1.1usually with negative or in questions For a large part of one's time; often. I'm not there much Example sentencesExamples I don't go out much anymore, so a Guide Dog would be wasted on me. We don't watch tv much, but we spend all of our time on the Internet. He is kind of an egocentric person and I guess if he doesn't read much, he doesn't think anyone does either. Synonyms often, frequently, many times, on many/numerous occasions, repeatedly, recurrently, regularly, habitually, customarily, routinely, usually, normally, commonly for long, for a long time informal a lot Phrases as much The same. I am sure she would do as much for me Example sentencesExamples I hoped as much, thanks for confirming that. Those of us who have to travel on the Northern line have suspected as much for years. I figured as much: I had a feeling this was the case. a bit much informal Somewhat excessive or unreasonable. his earnestness can be a bit much Example sentencesExamples To describe his uncritical account of the official view as ‘an investigation’ is a bit much. I knew drink was dear in the South but 80 euro for a pint of Harp is a bit much. I will go out for him for the sake of research but really 3 calls in 2 days is a bit much since we haven't even had a date yet! The picture above with all the limousines is maybe a bit much, but hey, that's just the kind of place it is. I've also realised that I quite like having people about, as long as I have a room to hide out in when it gets a bit much. It may have been a bit much to expect Dixon to visit the jazz clubs or to go up to Harlem to listen to some blues, but there was plenty else to do and see. Yes, all this red wine as emblem and object of worship may get a bit much, of course. To say that we developed a keen interest in the subject might be stretching credibility a bit much. While still a beautiful location, the over-the-top glitz of St. Tropez is a bit much. Mind you, while they deserve harsh punishment, nine years might be a bit much. The pregnancy storyline was a bit much and definitely unneeded although it added depth to Dan's family life. D'you reckon red fishnet sleeves are a bit much for the first day back? It probably was a bit much to ask them to do it all over again. I think he's trying to insert some humour into what could be a dull text, but the persistent labeling is a bit much. I've been in trouble in the past but a three-year ban is a bit much. I knew Labour Ministers lie a bit, but accusing two ministers in one week of hypocrisy is a bit much. If that brings attention that gets a bit much now and again that's something I'll have to learn to deal with. Though I sometimes find Margo a bit much, at least she has something to contribute. I don't know exactly what to call what I've just been through in the last 24 hours, but it's all a bit much. When the tourists pour in to see the autumn leaves, traffic on Skyline Drive can be a bit much. Synonyms unacceptable, intolerable, insufferable, unsatisfactory, undesirable, unreasonable, objectionable, insupportable make much of Give or ascribe a significant amount of attention or importance to. the island can make much of its history as a trading post between Europe and the Arab world Mr Smith was glad to be made much of Example sentencesExamples It may be 35 years since the Beatles broke up, but even now Liverpool still makes much of its Fab Four heritage. Mr Taylor makes much of what he regards as the failure of the Council to advise him of his right to appeal to the County Court. This isn't a huge error on its own, of course, and if it were the only error, I wouldn't make much of it. On the news tonight, a reporter made much of a family's grief and joy, somewhere in the heartland. The press made much of his motorcycle, leather jackets and T-shirts, his bongo drum playing. The Dutch have made much of their fantastic flood preparedness compared to us. In discussing the song ‘Watching the River Flow’, he makes much of what he calls the ‘choppy’ arrangement and how it works against the lyric. That is what he pushed hardest in the campaign, but it's an issue he never made much of until then. As you know, the Democrats are making much of that relationship with your company. The incident was made much of in the American newspapers, and there was a general outcry from the U.S. public. Burginde made much of very little, but there was wisdom in her ways, I could see. Obviously, the defense team is making much of this, the prosecution saying it will have no effect on either case. The two senators today made much of their optimism. I think he is making much of the relations with neighbouring countries more than anything and is making efforts to deepen mutual understanding. No doubt, additionally, Mr Sage was glad to be made much of, and interested to take part in the preparation of the case. Hasan makes much of the hijab, worn for reasons of modesty. No one will probably make much of his low ethics in the matter, either. Of course, her Junoesque figure was exploited in the films and made much of in the media. People are making much of Mr Wilson's credibility. Mr. Weigel makes much of what he sees as atheistic humanism in Europe, and he calls for a revitalization of Europe's Christian roots. Synonyms flatter, compliment, praise, commend, admire, express admiration for, pay tribute to, say nice things about (as) much as Even though. much as I had enjoyed my adventure it was good to be back Example sentencesExamples As much as we all want to party, showing up hungover to the parade can be dangerous. I simply have too much stuff in my room to try to vacuum the place, much as it may need it. As much as I love going to London, jetting over every other week seemed a bit hectic. As much as we'd have liked to win, could you really have seen it happening in your wildest dreams? As much as I do love London and do my best not to let my negative experiences get me down, a break is always good. As much as I know that we need to take the rough with the smooth, I think some smooth would be very nice right about now. As much as I love the fall and its colours and smells, a part of me always dies with the summer. This is a bit long, but, much as it pains me to say it, it's my sort of spoof and I wish I'd written it. Ambience is important when you're eating out, and much as we tried, it was in short supply. The trouble is, I know I will not have enough energy to go to both these events, much as I want to. Heavy vehicles, much as they try, find it impossible not to rattle or cause trailers to bounce. But much as Murray is revelling in his new status as a tournament champion, he is not daft. As much as they were scared initially they were also inspired by the strength they witnessed. Which is why I am sick of hearing about the man, much as I like and respect him. As much as we joke and laugh about it, it does rule our life, but I never like that. As much as he denies it, what was supposed to be a temporary job is becoming a vocation. As much as I like staying at my parents' house, I find that I never sleep very well there. As much as he enjoyed his career, it paled into insignificance beside the love he felt for his family. I make pasta for the others, but I eat it only once a week, much as I'd love to eat tons. As much as we could see that this was a good plan, the audience seemed a little confused. not much in it Little difference between things being compared. Example sentencesExamples To my eye at least, the new screen is marginally tidier, but there is not much in it. With the bat, Flintoff has a slightly more orthodox technique, but there's not much in it. We didn't find it suited beginners quite as snugly as the other system, but there's not much in it. But I'll freely admit that I'm influenced in part by the fact that I'm more of an X-Men fan than a Spiderman fan anyway; there's not much in it at all. I still prefer our version (we've got two out, I think they're both good), but there's not much in it as the Exploited version was very close to ours when they recorded it. so much the better (or worse) That is even better (or worse) we want to hear your say, but if you make it short, so much the better Example sentencesExamples If Asia can focus its limited resources on translating such knowledge into real-life uses, so much the better. If the boat requires or solicits rescue prior to arrival so much the better - someone needs to know they're there. If you understand enough of the language to appreciate the compact poetry of the original French version, so much the better. If you can get both versions of a film so much the better. If farmers' incomes are sustained as a side-effect, then so much the better. Happiness is watching kids in the water, and if parents can dip their legs in the water, too, so much the better. If you can market us in Swindon too, so much the better! They would be delighted to welcome any parents who would help out and if you come with some goodies so much the better! If you can ride a horse, so much the better; you'll travel far greater distances and reach terrain beyond the scope of most walkers. If they were exposed to humiliation or embarrassment in front of their families or colleagues, so much the better. If he becomes more reflective, if he becomes nicer to other people, so much the better. If the Security Council gives him the mandate, so much the better. If you have more, so much the better - we're a little short up here. If the celebrations could be associated with a greater awareness of the country's culture, history and traditions, so much the better. So yeah, if I broaden my horizons and meet interesting and amusing people, then so much the better. And if she chooses to value the book just for its emotional effect, rather than for its insights into the Meaning of Life, so much the better. If this means we hear less from them at election time, so much the better. If we can gallop past that target, so much the better. What then followed was a bundle of falsehoods and bizarre inversions of reality, perhaps retailed in good faith (and so much the worse if they were). And surprisingly, if you have some fat to go with it, so much the better. this much The fact about to be stated. I know this much, you would defy the world to get what you wanted Example sentencesExamples I have to hire an entire team of people for a brand new project - this much is true. I'll tell you this much, any guy who pulls a stunt like that is coming away with a bloody stump. But you accept this much at any rate: you did in fact stab her twice? Details of exactly what happened next are murky, but this much is clear. I haven't a clue about politics but I do know this much - the country needs us to pay our taxes. too much An intolerable, impossible, or exhausting situation or experience. the effort proved too much for her Example sentencesExamples My father felt like that was maybe a little bit too much for me, but how else do you learn? It is too much for us lesser mortals to understand fully what we are supporting and why. It was quite good, if you like that sort of thing but it was all too much for the Royal couple. Their outstanding quality was a little bit too much for us and it was a fair result. Is it too much to ask to have a little drama surrounding my entrance into the world? For a few though, the constant pressure gets too much and they have to bow out or fold up. She just goes ahead and does it, telling me to swear out loud if the pain gets too much. Much as Clune likes stirring up a bit of a buzz, there are times when it can be too much even for her. In the first leg of the race, it was very rough and I thought that it was too much for me. Sarcasm was obviously too much for his assailant as he jumped off the tube and ran away. Derivatives muchly adverb ˈmʌtʃ(ə)liˈmətʃli humorous To a great extent; very much. thank you muchly for the welcome Example sentencesExamples as submodifier any help or support would be muchly appreciated I'll make a few bucks off the sale of each book, which will help out muchly when I join the ranks of the unemployed in mid-December. I have Womens Studies and am looking forward to it muchly… that is, if class isn't cancelled tonight. I remember thinking that violins would smell of a forest in summer, and was muchly disappointed when it smelt metallic and oily. Origin Middle English: shortened from muchel, from Old English micel (see mickle). Rhymes clutch, crutch, Dutch, hutch, inasmuch, insomuch, mutch, scutch, such, thrutch, touch det.1 phr. Definition of much in US English: much pronoun & determinermətʃməCH 1often with negative or in questions A large amount. as determiner I did not get much sleep I did so much shopping as pronoun he does not eat much they must bear much of the blame Example sentencesExamples So much of modern medicine relies on our understanding of the physiology of the human body. The whole show was cringingly off the mark and much of the time was just plain boring and pointless. There was so much juicy gossip it was hard to pay much attention to the debate. It is therefore no wonder that it yields poor crops, in return for much labour and expense. Few argue with the need to improve the shabby eyesore which blights much of Piccadilly. I am a little afraid to ask what it is, but I do know I will not be eating much of this. Technically that's a good thing, as it means there's not much bad going on in the world. I didn't have much interesting news to offer him, but it was nice just to talk to him. Often this turns out to be a hoax, clogging up the net and causing much unnecessary anxiety. None of the brothers had given much thought to the consequences of their actions. He is thought to have spent much of the previous night at a North Yorkshire guest house. Local drivers will bear much of the cost, through road tolls and vehicle licence fees. She didn't say much other than what she was up to professionally, but there you go. So much money is going into the city centre and we feel that we're being ignored. So much it is possible to learn from reading the newspapers and watching the television. To be honest I was asleep for much of the flight so I really don't know what happened. How do you disagree with much of what the papers print, yet defend to the death their right to print it? He does not have much free time but when he does he enjoys spending time in his garden. These stories are rife on the streets and provoke much fear, among the rich and poor equally. The most important thing is that we're here and there isn't much left for the finish. Synonyms a lot of, a good deal of, a great deal of, a great amount of, a large amount of, plenty of, ample, copious, abundant, plentiful, considerable, substantial a lot, a good deal, a great deal, plenty 1.1as pronoun, with negative Used to refer disparagingly to someone or something as being a poor specimen. I'm not much of a gardener Example sentencesExamples As anyone can see, I'm not much of a scholar when it comes to writing, maybe when it comes to anything. Great person, and a huge influence, but didn't have that much of an effect on the album. The idea wasn't at all simple and so I didn't have much of a chance to run with it. In an escalating situation neither side has much of a reputation for brinkmanship. Well folks, not much of a story, is it? adverbmətʃməCH 1To a great extent; a great deal. did it hurt much? thanks very much they did not mind, much to my surprise with comparative they look much better with superlative Nicolai's English was much the worst Example sentencesExamples So much did he love playing the trumpet that he had bought a new instrument. Sherry has been much reviled by reviewers and accused of literally losing the plot. Scotland was a much poorer country than England at the time of the Treaty of Union. He was much respected for his willingness to listen, and for the sincerity of his advice. Will rushed over to check I was ok, and gave me a much-needed hug, stroking my hair as he did so. Yet the poor person is much more likely to spend an additional dollar than a rich person. Their innovative power and tremendous humour and charm are still very much intact. The main river is a much different prospect, with a nice variety of fish falling to maggot. The rich are much more powerful than the poor and will crush them with a level playing field. Her shoulders shone with a deepening tan, much different from when he had first seen her. The dog is a much loved family pet and on these two occasions it was allowed to roam on to the street. In wealthy areas, the total income available to be taxed is much higher than in poor areas. Such a screenwriter runs the risk of being accused of much more than just poor taste. In his studies he was much influenced by the thinking of Gandhi and Reinhold Niebuhr. It is a gesture that is very much appreciated by myself and Dawn's family in Devon. He had not much liked the earlier hit he had taken, and he absolutely despised this. McEwan has always had a twinkle in her eyes and this is going to be very much evident with the new series. Michael will miss his adopted home and the camaraderie and will be much missed in turn. So much so, that when I do have a task to perform, it seems like a really big deal. The meeting of City fans on Monday revealed that the soul of York City is very much alive. Synonyms greatly, to a great degree, to a great extent, a great deal, a lot, exceedingly, considerably, appreciably, decidedly, indeed 1.1usually with negative or in questions For a large part of one's time; often. I'm not there much Example sentencesExamples He is kind of an egocentric person and I guess if he doesn't read much, he doesn't think anyone does either. We don't watch tv much, but we spend all of our time on the Internet. I don't go out much anymore, so a Guide Dog would be wasted on me. Synonyms often, frequently, many times, on many occasions, on numerous occasions, repeatedly, recurrently, regularly, habitually, customarily, routinely, usually, normally, commonly Phrases as much The same. I am sure she would do as much for me Example sentencesExamples I hoped as much, thanks for confirming that. Those of us who have to travel on the Northern line have suspected as much for years. I figured as much: I had a feeling this was the case. a bit much informal Somewhat excessive or unreasonable. his earnestness can be a bit much Example sentencesExamples D'you reckon red fishnet sleeves are a bit much for the first day back? When the tourists pour in to see the autumn leaves, traffic on Skyline Drive can be a bit much. I don't know exactly what to call what I've just been through in the last 24 hours, but it's all a bit much. To say that we developed a keen interest in the subject might be stretching credibility a bit much. The picture above with all the limousines is maybe a bit much, but hey, that's just the kind of place it is. I think he's trying to insert some humour into what could be a dull text, but the persistent labeling is a bit much. To describe his uncritical account of the official view as ‘an investigation’ is a bit much. If that brings attention that gets a bit much now and again that's something I'll have to learn to deal with. Yes, all this red wine as emblem and object of worship may get a bit much, of course. It may have been a bit much to expect Dixon to visit the jazz clubs or to go up to Harlem to listen to some blues, but there was plenty else to do and see. It probably was a bit much to ask them to do it all over again. I knew drink was dear in the South but 80 euro for a pint of Harp is a bit much. I will go out for him for the sake of research but really 3 calls in 2 days is a bit much since we haven't even had a date yet! The pregnancy storyline was a bit much and definitely unneeded although it added depth to Dan's family life. I've also realised that I quite like having people about, as long as I have a room to hide out in when it gets a bit much. While still a beautiful location, the over-the-top glitz of St. Tropez is a bit much. I've been in trouble in the past but a three-year ban is a bit much. I knew Labour Ministers lie a bit, but accusing two ministers in one week of hypocrisy is a bit much. Mind you, while they deserve harsh punishment, nine years might be a bit much. Though I sometimes find Margo a bit much, at least she has something to contribute. Synonyms unacceptable, intolerable, insufferable, unsatisfactory, undesirable, unreasonable, objectionable, insupportable make much of Give or ascribe a significant amount of attention or importance to. the island can make much of its history as a trading post between Europe and the Arab world Example sentencesExamples No one will probably make much of his low ethics in the matter, either. On the news tonight, a reporter made much of a family's grief and joy, somewhere in the heartland. Burginde made much of very little, but there was wisdom in her ways, I could see. The incident was made much of in the American newspapers, and there was a general outcry from the U.S. public. Obviously, the defense team is making much of this, the prosecution saying it will have no effect on either case. The Dutch have made much of their fantastic flood preparedness compared to us. In discussing the song ‘Watching the River Flow’, he makes much of what he calls the ‘choppy’ arrangement and how it works against the lyric. Mr Taylor makes much of what he regards as the failure of the Council to advise him of his right to appeal to the County Court. Mr. Weigel makes much of what he sees as atheistic humanism in Europe, and he calls for a revitalization of Europe's Christian roots. It may be 35 years since the Beatles broke up, but even now Liverpool still makes much of its Fab Four heritage. This isn't a huge error on its own, of course, and if it were the only error, I wouldn't make much of it. The two senators today made much of their optimism. I think he is making much of the relations with neighbouring countries more than anything and is making efforts to deepen mutual understanding. That is what he pushed hardest in the campaign, but it's an issue he never made much of until then. Of course, her Junoesque figure was exploited in the films and made much of in the media. People are making much of Mr Wilson's credibility. No doubt, additionally, Mr Sage was glad to be made much of, and interested to take part in the preparation of the case. As you know, the Democrats are making much of that relationship with your company. Hasan makes much of the hijab, worn for reasons of modesty. The press made much of his motorcycle, leather jackets and T-shirts, his bongo drum playing. Synonyms flatter, compliment, praise, commend, admire, express admiration for, pay tribute to, say nice things about (as) much as Even though. much as I had enjoyed my adventure it was good to be back Example sentencesExamples As much as we'd have liked to win, could you really have seen it happening in your wildest dreams? Heavy vehicles, much as they try, find it impossible not to rattle or cause trailers to bounce. I simply have too much stuff in my room to try to vacuum the place, much as it may need it. Ambience is important when you're eating out, and much as we tried, it was in short supply. This is a bit long, but, much as it pains me to say it, it's my sort of spoof and I wish I'd written it. As much as we joke and laugh about it, it does rule our life, but I never like that. Which is why I am sick of hearing about the man, much as I like and respect him. As much as we all want to party, showing up hungover to the parade can be dangerous. As much as he denies it, what was supposed to be a temporary job is becoming a vocation. As much as we could see that this was a good plan, the audience seemed a little confused. As much as I know that we need to take the rough with the smooth, I think some smooth would be very nice right about now. As much as I do love London and do my best not to let my negative experiences get me down, a break is always good. I make pasta for the others, but I eat it only once a week, much as I'd love to eat tons. The trouble is, I know I will not have enough energy to go to both these events, much as I want to. As much as I like staying at my parents' house, I find that I never sleep very well there. As much as they were scared initially they were also inspired by the strength they witnessed. As much as I love the fall and its colours and smells, a part of me always dies with the summer. As much as I love going to London, jetting over every other week seemed a bit hectic. As much as he enjoyed his career, it paled into insignificance beside the love he felt for his family. But much as Murray is revelling in his new status as a tournament champion, he is not daft. so much the better (or worse) That is even better (or worse) we want to hear what you have to say, but if you can make it short, so much the better Example sentencesExamples If you have more, so much the better - we're a little short up here. And surprisingly, if you have some fat to go with it, so much the better. If this means we hear less from them at election time, so much the better. If they were exposed to humiliation or embarrassment in front of their families or colleagues, so much the better. If he becomes more reflective, if he becomes nicer to other people, so much the better. If the celebrations could be associated with a greater awareness of the country's culture, history and traditions, so much the better. And if she chooses to value the book just for its emotional effect, rather than for its insights into the Meaning of Life, so much the better. They would be delighted to welcome any parents who would help out and if you come with some goodies so much the better! If Asia can focus its limited resources on translating such knowledge into real-life uses, so much the better. If you understand enough of the language to appreciate the compact poetry of the original French version, so much the better. If you can ride a horse, so much the better; you'll travel far greater distances and reach terrain beyond the scope of most walkers. If the Security Council gives him the mandate, so much the better. Happiness is watching kids in the water, and if parents can dip their legs in the water, too, so much the better. So yeah, if I broaden my horizons and meet interesting and amusing people, then so much the better. If the boat requires or solicits rescue prior to arrival so much the better - someone needs to know they're there. If we can gallop past that target, so much the better. If you can market us in Swindon too, so much the better! If farmers' incomes are sustained as a side-effect, then so much the better. What then followed was a bundle of falsehoods and bizarre inversions of reality, perhaps retailed in good faith (and so much the worse if they were). If you can get both versions of a film so much the better. this much The fact about to be stated. I know this much, you would defy the world to get what you wanted Example sentencesExamples I haven't a clue about politics but I do know this much - the country needs us to pay our taxes. Details of exactly what happened next are murky, but this much is clear. I'll tell you this much, any guy who pulls a stunt like that is coming away with a bloody stump. But you accept this much at any rate: you did in fact stab her twice? I have to hire an entire team of people for a brand new project - this much is true. too much An intolerable, impossible, or exhausting situation or experience. the effort proved too much for her Example sentencesExamples In the first leg of the race, it was very rough and I thought that it was too much for me. My father felt like that was maybe a little bit too much for me, but how else do you learn? For a few though, the constant pressure gets too much and they have to bow out or fold up. She just goes ahead and does it, telling me to swear out loud if the pain gets too much. Is it too much to ask to have a little drama surrounding my entrance into the world? It is too much for us lesser mortals to understand fully what we are supporting and why. It was quite good, if you like that sort of thing but it was all too much for the Royal couple. Their outstanding quality was a little bit too much for us and it was a fair result. Much as Clune likes stirring up a bit of a buzz, there are times when it can be too much even for her. Sarcasm was obviously too much for his assailant as he jumped off the tube and ran away. Origin Middle English: shortened from muchel, from Old English micel (see mickle). pron.1 phr.
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