Idiom: for good measure
Meaning
Idiom: for good measure
- an extra above the minimum, to make something better or ensure it's successful
Example sentences
— I’ve cooked a pork roast for our dinner tonight as well as grilled stuffed portobello mushrooms for good measure in case anyone’s vegetarian.
— She not only won the race but set a world record for good measure!
— This is tasty but add a little more cheese for good measure.
— We want their anniversary date to memorable so we also hired them a limousine for good measure.
— For good measure, in the welcome packet we provided information about good restaurants in the area.
— Try this wine with your steak for good measure.
— I memorized my lines for the play weeks ago and then practiced them with several different people for good measure.
Synonyms
- as a bonus
- to boot
- as well
- into the bargain
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