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as in deal
something bought or offered for sale at a desirable price
those shoes were a bargain because the store was going out of business
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2
as in agreement
an arrangement about action to be taken
made a bargain that one would help the other next week
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as in to deal
to talk over or dispute the terms of a purchase
they bargained with the car salesman for half an hour before settling on a price
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as in to agree
to come to an arrangement as to a course of action
I really hadn't bargained on buying a whole case of Girl Scout cookies, just a couple of boxes
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as in to negotiate
to bring about through discussion and compromise
bargained the price of the painting down to a figure that the artist could still live with
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Recent Examples of bargain
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
The movie house reopened under new ownership in 1978 and operated on and off showing second-runs of current movies at bargain prices until about 2000, according to Courier-News reports.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
The workers called for Nike to collectively bargain with workers, though the workers who visited Hayward Field are not employed by Nike, but work at factories in Nike’s supply chain.
—Hannarose McGuinness, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
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Noun
To be sure, at some point in the sales process, advertisers might consider $10 million a bargain.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
The movie house reopened under new ownership in 1978 and operated on and off showing second-runs of current movies at bargain prices until about 2000, according to Courier-News reports.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
Lindsay tries to bargain with him, to no avail.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
The workers called for Nike to collectively bargain with workers, though the workers who visited Hayward Field are not employed by Nike, but work at factories in Nike’s supply chain.
—Hannarose McGuinness, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bargain
Noun
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The Norway international, considered one of the best left-footed wingers in the world, will join the team on loan through July, before signing a multi-year deal to 2029.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Rohan’s view The potential Spirit deal stands in stark contrast with the US government’s 10% stake in Intel, which was a good business move for Americans.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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His starting point was not optimism about the likelihood of human agreement but a sober recognition of its unlikelihood.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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While classes will remain in session, CPS reached an agreement last week to provide transportation to students who chose to participate in an afternoon rally, and to allow teachers to implement a curriculum on civic engagement.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Whether the teams ultimately relocate or negotiate new arrangements to stay, the 2026 World Cup offers a unique moment to experience this venue in a completely different context.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
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Vance had been slated to travel alongside special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior adviser Jared Kushner to lead a US delegation to negotiate with Iranian officials.—
Sophia Saifi,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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If emotions rise, pause and restate what’s been agreed on in simple terms.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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One of the suggestions was a shade of blonde that Hazelton agreed would work well.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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According to court documents, transport for the embryo is being arranged for early May.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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Jones also irritated House leaders by ignoring a plan to continue using Georgia's voting machines for one more year until replacements can be arranged, creating the possibility of a dicey election-season special session.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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White also notched a career-high 88 steals while starting all but five games for the Celtics during the regular season.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
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On a fifth possession, Jokic finally got an awkward touch around the elbow but had to tip the ball to himself multiple times while Minnesota went for a steal.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
23 Apr. 2026
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According to Associated Administrators of Los Angeles/Teamsters Local 2010, which represents about 3,000 LAUSD administrators, roughly 96% of its members voted in favor of the labor pact.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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The pact also calls for strengthening operational capacities of the Haiti National Police and Armed Forces of Haiti, defining cooperation protocols with the Gang Suppression Force and the reactivation of the National Commission for Disarmament, Dismantlement and Reintegration.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The music festival concludes Sunday, with Kenny Chesney expected to close out the concert.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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After months of anticipation, the monumental 10-day Artemis II mission, which sent four astronauts on a record-breaking flyby of the moon, has concluded.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Bargain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bargain. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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