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noun

ˈbär-gən How to pronounce bargain (audio)
Definition of bargainnext
1
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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bargain

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verb

1
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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3
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
Noun
As part of their plea bargain, prosecutors insisted the Mitchells sign a statement. — Noelle Crombie, ProPublica, 11 Nov. 2026 The analogy has limits, but the bargain confronting swing-state governors is recognizable. — Anna Rahmanan, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2026
Verb
Members overwhelmingly voted to authorize the strike earlier this month, accusing the state of failing to bargain in good faith after their contract expired in June. — ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026 Something like this wouldn’t happen in the major pro leagues, since eligibility rules are collectively bargained between leagues and unions and are thus exempt from antitrust scrutiny. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bargain
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bargain
  1. deal
  2. agreement
  3. negotiate
  4. agree
  5. arrange
  6. steal
  7. pact
  8. contract
Noun
  • In a similar situation last year, the Dodgers brought him back on a one-year deal.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The Russian and Ukrainian governments remain far apart on key elements of any prospective deal.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of deal
Noun
  • The talks produced no major breakthrough, aside from an agreement to swap a large number of prisoners, with the exact figure still to be announced.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The latest diplomatic developments also included progress toward giving European representatives a place in future negotiations, an issue Kyiv has repeatedly said is essential to any lasting peace agreement.
    — Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of agreement
Verb
  • This arrangement combines a larger front wheel for negotiating uneven surfaces with smaller overall proportions suited to tighter riding environments.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2026
  • According to various reports, Joe went out and negotiated a new contract without telling Troy.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of negotiate
Verb
  • Lawmakers would still need to agree on how to pay for the program and what would happen to existing insurance.
    — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Before adding another obligation, ask what has actually been agreed.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of agree
Verb
  • The displays can be arranged in either landscape or portrait orientation, depending on your preferences.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Paddle surf excursions can be booked via the concierge, as well as leather workshops, wine or olive oil tastings, vineyard tours, and boat trips—all are arranged via local third-party companies to ensure the most authentic experience possible.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of arrange
Noun
  • Adonis Ratliff shot seven of 10 from the field, including five of seven from three-point range, and added six rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Witt recorded 45 steals in 53 attempts — his most since the 2023 campaign.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of steal
Noun
  • The two Syrian officials said that a decision had already been made — but not publicly announced — for Syria to join the Mecca pact, while the regional official said talks were still ongoing.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The three members have since held emergency talks — Türkiye’s parliament ratified the pact on Thursday.
    — Damian Zane, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of pact
Verb
  • The firm subsequently contracted with Raki McGregor’s company, Qonnect, under an agreement calling for $30,000 in monthly payments.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Proposal 2 streamlines contracting with the city so that a hot dog cart and a multibillion-dollar conglomerate don’t both have to fill out the same paperwork.
    — Ryder Kessler, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026
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“Bargain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bargain. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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