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IELTS Idiom of the Day: Take a Rain Check

Explore the usage of the "Take a Rain Check" idiom in IELTS. Understand its meaning, and history and see how you can use it for IELTS Speaking
The meaning of the idiom 'Take a Rain Check' refers to postponing your current plan or invitation for a later time.

Meaning

In IELTS Speaking, you can use this idiom when you don't want to cancel a plan entirely.
You can politely reschedule it for a later date.
How to use it in IELTS Speaking?
Hey,so sorry, but I'd love to take a rain check on dinner tonight. I have an IELTS mock test I can't miss. How about we catch up this weekend instead?
Example
Now you know the meaning and usage of" take a rain check". So next time you want to postpone a plan politely, use this idiom and suggest an alternative time to reschedule.
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