| Idiom | to take a raincheck |
|---|---|
| Definition | this expression is used to politely reject an offer or invitation |
| Examples | - Would you like to go to the movies tonight? - I'll have to take a raincheck; I've got too much work to do. - I'm completely exhausted. Do you mind if I take a raincheck. |
| Note | This is much more common in American English than British English. |
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