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What does "take a rain check" mean?

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take a rain check

Definition:

decline an invitation or offer now, hoping it will be offered again in the future

Usage:

often interrogative; "Can I take a rain check?"

Sample Dialogue:

A: Hi, Anna. Want to meet me for lunch?
B: I can't today. My babysitter is sick, so I'm working from home and watching the baby. Can I take a rain check?
A: Sure, no problem.





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