All the better, harder, etc.

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adverb

Much more good, effective, or useful, because of something that has happened or something you have done.

If he can bring some extra funding to the project, so much the better.
Visual representation of "all the better, harder, etc." - Much more good, effective, or useful, because of something that has happened or something you have done

Often appears as...

  • so much the better
  • all the better for

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Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "all the better, harder, etc."
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Positive Reinforcement

Used to emphasize a benefit or bonus when an action has a favorable outcome.

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She studied daily, and her English improved all the better for it.
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Regarding Improvements

Typically applies when something is already good and gets even better.

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The app was useful, and with the new update, it's all the better.
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Adding Value

Can also express that an additional factor will increase something's value or quality.

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If the shoes are comfortable and stylish, that's all the better.
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