bargain for

phrase

: expect

more work than I bargained for

Examples of bargain for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Goedert signed a one-year, $7 million contract, which is a relative bargain for Goedert’s contributions. — Zach Berman, New York Times, 16 July 2026

Mosley’s attorney, Paul London, said his client posted the video to social media looking for attention — but didn’t bargain for the outraged response from animal lovers that forced him to flee his Bronx apartment. — Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026

That’s just $12,000 more than the cost of an annual, all-access membership to a longevity clinic in El Segundo, California—a real bargain for a health center that boasts reiki, acupuncture, and a 6,500-square-foot pickleball facility. — Hunter Lacey, Allure, 7 July 2026

Having a stranger peering into your home – even if their field of view is limited – may not be what some potential buyers bargain for when ponying up US$8,000 for the privilege of never having to fold laundry again. — Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 2 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bargain for

• albacore
• alongshore
• antiwar
• anymore
• carnivore
• commodore
• dinosaur
• evermore
• furthermore
• guarantor
• herbivore
• heretofore