rain check
Example Sentences
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I thought, “Do you need a rain check or to reschedule? You were just attacked by appetizers.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
And she advises that if the holiday itself feels too difficult, consider offering a rain check.
From Salon • Nov. 22, 2023
It used to be that when items you wanted were on sale but not available until after the sale ended, you would be able to get a rain check.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 11, 2022
Given the cold weather, we took a rain check.
From Washington Post • Mar. 10, 2022
“Well, if you’re otherwise committed, a rain check it is.”
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
