bargain on

bargain on (something)

To expect, anticipate, or plan on something or some situation. I didn't bargain on having to look after my daughter's children when I retired. I'm bargaining on having enough money saved by the end of the year to buy a brand new sports car.
See also: bargain, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

bargain on

v.
To expect or be prepared for something: He thought he was on time, but hadn't bargained on waiting 30 minutes for the bus.
See also: bargain, on
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • bargain on (something)
  • expect (something) from (someone or something)
  • expect from
  • expect for
  • expect (someone or something) for (something)
  • reckon upon (someone or something)
  • look ahead
  • reckon on
  • reckon on (someone or something)
  • hold (one's) end of the bargain up