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

Jones hasn’t indicated what he’ll be doing next, but he ended his announcement with a big prediction for the future — and threw in his signature phrase for good measure.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2026

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

From Barron's ● Mar. 16, 2026

Zelenskyy should take the first flight to D.C. — and arrive at the West Wing clad in Tom Ford, with a dash of eyeliner for good measure.

From Salon ● Nov. 23, 2025

I was two feet from the water when Zoe bolted across to her own side, slamming into me for good measure.

From "The Titan's Curse" by Rick Riordan