rain or shine
idiom
—used to say that something will happen even it rains
The party will be on Tuesday, rain or shine.
—sometimes used figuratively for no matter what happensI'll always love you, come rain or (come) shine.
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Is West Wind affordable? Trust me (and Annette) and put West Wind on your list of affordable family-friendly activities — rain or shine.
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Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 14 Mar. 2025
Then, visit the Port Royal Farmers Market — which comes alive every Saturday, rain or shine, starting at 9 a.m. in the Naval Heritage Park.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2025
Note that the fair takes place rain or shine; the weather report is indicating the former.
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2025
Weather The Electric Light Parade will take place rain or shine, so be sure to dress warmly for the cool evening temperatures!
—Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 7 Dec. 2024
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Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 14 Mar. 2025
Then, visit the Port Royal Farmers Market — which comes alive every Saturday, rain or shine, starting at 9 a.m. in the Naval Heritage Park.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2025
Note that the fair takes place rain or shine; the weather report is indicating the former.
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2025
Weather The Electric Light Parade will take place rain or shine, so be sure to dress warmly for the cool evening temperatures!
—Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 7 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for rain or shine
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“Rain or shine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rain%20or%20shine. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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