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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into the bargain

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

Keeper Sels also falls into the bargain basement category, costing only £5m from Strasbourg in February this year.

From BBC ● Jan. 14, 2025

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

"Hmm. That is a nasty bump you've suffered, though. Come. No use getting drenched into the bargain."

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood

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