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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The shades are available in many elegant designs, all of which have a stainless steel coating that protects the light come rain or shine.
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Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
The concerts will be held rain or shine at the museum, 500 S. Center St., Westminster.
—Allana Haynes, Baltimore Sun, 21 June 2024
The church is planning to hold the event rain or shine.
—Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 20 June 2024
Gates open at the rain or shine event at 5 p.m. and music begins at 6 p.m. Alcohol, coolers, glass, and pets are not allowed.
—Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 28 May 2024
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Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
The concerts will be held rain or shine at the museum, 500 S. Center St., Westminster.
—Allana Haynes, Baltimore Sun, 21 June 2024
The church is planning to hold the event rain or shine.
—Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 20 June 2024
Gates open at the rain or shine event at 5 p.m. and music begins at 6 p.m. Alcohol, coolers, glass, and pets are not allowed.
—Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 28 May 2024
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“Rain or shine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rain%20or%20shine. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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