to give an assurance of not doing something right now but later
to give a coupon to a customer confirming that they would be able to purchase something at a discounted price that it is being sold for right now but is out of stock
The couple took a rain check today from the school duties because it is their anniversary and they wanted to spend the day together.
I am taking a rain check from having the morning coffee with my husband today because I have to get to a business meeting by 8 am.
The children took a rain check from the exam as they were told that it is an optional but important assessment.
I will have to take a rain check from going to the kitty party because my son is not well.
She always takes a rain check when we have to go out together. Perhaps she does not like our company.
There is no origin for this idiom
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Common phrase that has a specific meaning.