take a rain check

Значение

to refuse an invitation politely but suggest another time

Вежливо отказаться от приглашения, предложив перенести.

Примеры

1. 1Thanks for the invite, but I'll take a rain check — I've got an early shift tomorrow.
2. 2Maria took a rain check on the cinema because her little brother was ill.
3. 3Can I take a rain check on lunch today and meet you on Friday instead?
4. 4Tom never says no to a party, so I was surprised when he took a rain check last night.
5. 5Aisha had to take a rain check on the camping trip after hurting her ankle, but she's coming next time.

Грамматика

Меняется только take: took, taken. Приглашение обычно ставится после on: take a rain check on dinner.