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 happens
I'll always love you, come rain or (come) shine.

Examples of rain or shine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Ok, catching a home run ball is not a guarantee, but rain or shine, baseball fans can watch the Marlins play in a nice climatized environment, thanks to the stadium's air conditioning and retractable roof. Jessica Poitevien, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2024 While pure talent plays its role in every facet of business, a commitment to putting in the hours rain or shine is what filters winners from the rest. Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 The sight is the same, through rain or shine, dependable as death and taxes. Luca Evans, Orange County Register, 14 Feb. 2024 Weather conditions may cause changes, but the show will go on rain or shine. Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2024 This event will occur rain or shine as the museum has indoor viewing opportunities. John Coffren, Baltimore Sun, 12 Feb. 2024 Tickets are rain or shine, and rescheduling a ticket costs $5. Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2024 These rides are rain or shine thanks to the comfortable, beautiful (and enclosed) antique coaches. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2023 Wear it daily without that greasy feel, rain or shine. Cristian Esteban, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2023

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“Rain or shine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rain%20or%20shine. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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