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Jenne Phuong
2021-10-22 02:10
More than (one) bargained for phrase
The particular object can be mentioned between "more" and "than".
The phrase is often used to refer to trouble or difficulty.
Used to mean that something is much more different than one expected or be prepared for.
Living with my brother is a lot more than I bargained for - he never does the housework.
His labor job involves more work than he bargained for when he decided to take it.
When she started to operate her company, she got more in terms of financial budget and legal aspects than she had bargained for
This expression refers to a transaction's cost that is higher than expected. [The mid-1800s]
Do you see anything wrong?
Men are normally responsible for building the house, while women decorate that house to make it become a home.
A: I built this house; meanwhile, my wife was in charge of designing its interior and exterior.
B: It is true that men make houses, women make homes.
