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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Example Sentences

And for good measure, there's already been a very public tiff with the industry, after ministers started talking about price gouging and profiteering.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 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

But Moutet reeled off four straight games from 0-3 down, throwing in some underarm serves, dropshots and tweeners for good measure.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Iowa point guard Bennett Stirtz added a 30-foot three-pointer in the final seconds for good measure.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026

Once everyone was back in their cells, he terminated rec in the gym and the yard for good measure.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover