rain date
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of rain date
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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Appearances by Donald Trump and Derek Jeter, the magazine’s début cover star, were promised, but a rain date in the Yankees’ schedule precluded Jeter’s eventual attendance, and Trump sent Don, Jr., in his stead.
From The New Yorker ● Aug. 8, 2018
There was talk of having a makeup day, a “sun date,” similar to a rain date for good weather, but that never went anywhere, Bauer said.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 20, 2016
A rain date would be the next day, he said.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 22, 2015
On Sunday from 1:30 to 4 p.m., children 2 to 12 can hunt for Easter eggs, meet with the Easter bunny and make crafts; registration is $12, $10 for members; rain date is April 19.
From New York Times ● Apr. 10, 2014
June 20th will serve as the tentative rain date in case the clouds roll in.
From Time Magazine Archive
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