into the bargain

Idioms  

1. Also, in the bargain. In addition, over and above what is expected. For example, The new researcher was an excellent chemist and a good programmer in the bargain, or It was very cold, and then rain and sleet were added into the bargain. These expressions transfer bargain in the sense of “a business agreement” to what is anticipated.

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Example Sentences

He would obviously have to include private mortgage insurance, property taxes, closing costs, lawyer fees etc., into the bargain too.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 15, 2025

She conceded just 17 runs in her 10 overs, three of which were maidens and into the bargain accounted for four wickets.

From Barron's • Oct. 11, 2025

"The people selling overpriced and often out-of-date sweets are cheating the UK taxpayer and very often swindling their customers into the bargain."

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2022

The Blockhead was as talented at making money as his old man, and into the bargain, he was well-liked.

From Washington Post • Sep. 23, 2021

In his opinion this takes some doing, as the stuff is weaker than shampoo and tastes like it into the bargain.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood

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