for good measure

Idioms  

1. In addition to the required amount. For example, Whenever she bakes she adds a little more cinnamon for good measure, or He didn't argue with my price, so I gave him some extra supplies for good measure.

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for good measure

Its signature breakfast included two sausages, two rashers of bacon and two fried eggs, with sautéed potatoes, baked beans and a grilled tomato for good measure.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026

If he can fire Real Madrid or France to glory in the next few months, setting new milestones for good measure, his Ballon d'Or credentials could become irresistible.

From BBC ● Apr. 7, 2026

Then there is the looming specter of a private credit lending crisis for good measure.

From Barron's ● Mar. 16, 2026

Rocket repackaged highlights from the 10cc records as “Sedaka’s Back,” adding “Laughter in the Rain” for good measure.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2026

And I let a few more tears fall for good measure.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau