Pronunciation: /ˈbɑrɡən fɔr/
noun a thing that is bought or offered for sale at a price that is lower than the actual value
A1 I didn't know what to bargain for at the flea market.
A2 She got more than she bargained for when she bought that old book.
B1 The car salesman tried to convince me that I was getting a good bargain for the price.
B2 I got a great bargain for this designer handbag at the outlet store.
C1 The negotiation resulted in a bargain for both parties involved.
C2 He knew he had struck a bargain for the rare painting at the auction.
preposition used to indicate that something is included as part of an agreement or arrangement
A1 I didn't bargain for this rainy weather on our picnic.
A2 She didn't bargain for the long hours when she took the job.
B1 I didn't bargain for the traffic on my way to the airport.
B2 They didn't bargain for the unexpected expenses during their vacation.
C1 The company didn't bargain for the negative publicity after the scandal.
C2 He didn't bargain for the level of responsibility that came with the promotion.
formal When purchasing a car, you must be aware of all the costs involved and not just the initial price that you bargain for.
informal I didn't realize there would be so many extra fees to bargain for when buying this phone.
slang I thought I was getting a great deal on this jacket, but there were some hidden defects that I didn't bargain for.
figurative She never expected to fall in love with him, it was a twist she hadn't bargained for.
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