So much the better/worse
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Emphasis
Shows optimism or satisfaction with potential improvement. 
Our team is fast, but if you can make it faster, so much the better.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Emphasis
Highlights a potential downside or makes a bad situation seem worse. 
If the weather turns bad on our trip, so much the worse for our plans.
Pro Tip 3/3Conditional Improvement
Often follows 'if' to illustrate that an action will lead to a better outcome. 
If you've studied hard for the exam, so much the better.
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