THE IDIOM COLLECTION LEARN & PRACTISE
Come rain or shine
Understand the meaning. See it in context. Make it yours.
01 / UNDERSTAND
Meaning in plain English
No matter the circumstances.
Usage note: keep in mind
Come rain or shine expresses a firm intention to do something regardless of difficulties. It can include literal weather, but often has a broader meaning. The expression normally stays unchanged and works at the beginning or end of a sentence.
02 / SEE IT IN CONTEXT
The expression in a sentence
- He jogs every morning, come rain or shine.
03 / CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
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Can you recall the expression?
Complete the example using the expression from this lesson.
He jogs every morning, ________.
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Come rain or shine — No matter the circumstances.
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Write one sentence using “Come rain or shine” about your own life.
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No matter the circumstances.
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More examples in context
- Come rain or shine, we meet for our weekly reading group.
- I'll be there to support your presentation, come rain or shine.
Check your understanding
Does 'I'll attend, come rain or shine' describe uncertainty or determination?
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Determination. The speaker expresses a strong intention to attend despite obstacles, rather than making attendance depend on ideal conditions.
Use it in your own words
Write one new situation where come rain or shine fits. Explain the situation in plain English first, then rewrite it using the expression. Check that the tone and meaning suit your audience.