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have more money than sense

British pronunciation/hav mˈɔː mˈʌnɪ ðɐn sˈɛns/
American pronunciation/hæv mˈoːɹ mˈʌni ðɐn sˈɛns/
to have more money than sense
[PHRASE]
1

to possess a significant amount of wealth but lack good judgment or wisdom in managing it

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to [have] more money than sense definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "have more money than sense" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "have more money than sense" is not definitively known, but it likely developed as a humorous way to describe someone who is wealthy but lacks good judgment or common sense in managing their finances. This idiom is used to humorously criticize or mock someone who is financially affluent but tends to make impractical or extravagant decisions, often leading to wasteful spending.

Examples
1He has more money than sense.
2Clearly, he has more money than sense.
3They truly have more money than sense.
4You might think Randy has more money than sense, and let's face it, he hasn't managed to make Alexander Weygers and the Discopter household names.
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