for a rainy day

phrase

informal

: for a time in the future when something will be needed

saving money for a rainy day

Examples of for a rainy day in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Stowing some in your freezer for a rainy day is always a smart move, and knowing how to freeze soup is an essential skill. — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026

City Manager Peter Iglesias and Lago, who sponsored the ordinance and the ballot question, describe the fund as the city’s emergency savings for a rainy day. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026

Daniel Yergin, one of the world’s foremost energy experts, notes how China has become resilient in a different way, by pouring oil into storage for a rainy day. — Alaa Shahine Salha, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026

In addition, the Legislature could decide to balance the books by spending down the billions of dollars in reserves that the state has set aside for a rainy day, or easing off on the trend of paying down debt. — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026

Rhymes for for a rainy day

• cyperaceae
• immunoassay
• rubiaceae
• umbelliferae
• aaa
• alleyway
• alumnae
• anime
• anyway
• arete
• attache
• axillae