The more the merrier

Cultural  

1. The more people there are involved in something, the more fun it will be.

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more the merrier, the Idioms  

1. The larger the number involved, the better the occasion. For example, John's invited all his family to come along, and why not? The more the merrier. This expression was first recorded in 1530, when it was put as “The more the merrier; the fewer, the better fare” (meaning “with fewer there would be more to eat”), an observation that made its way into numerous proverb collections.

2. see more the merrier.

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“The more the merrier” is often used to welcome those who wish to participate in an activity but hesitate to join in uninvited.

Example Sentences

“I’m excited about all the guys. I think you just take the more the merrier the mindset.”

From Seattle Times

“For me, the more the merrier – the more bidders we have, the happier I am,” he said.

From The Guardian

“The more the merrier. The better it is for the economy of Iowa,” he said.

From Washington Post

When it comes to foreign investors, “the more the merrier”, the president says: China has deep pockets.

From Economist

The more the merrier; the fewer the better cheer.

From Project Gutenberg