for a rainy day
idiom
informal
: for a time in the future when something will be needed
saving money for a rainy day
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Who knew that Devo’s signature red energy dome plastic hats would turn out to be the perfect accessory for a rainy day?
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Chris Willman, Variety, 19 May 2025
Financial experts advise having an emergency fund with three to six months' worth of expenses set aside for a rainy day.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
Here are some independent activities that are perfect for a rainy day.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 25 Apr. 2025
Conventional wisdom suggests saving three to six months of expenses to prepare for a rainy day and avoid more bad debt.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
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Chris Willman, Variety, 19 May 2025
Financial experts advise having an emergency fund with three to six months' worth of expenses set aside for a rainy day.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
Here are some independent activities that are perfect for a rainy day.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 25 Apr. 2025
Conventional wisdom suggests saving three to six months of expenses to prepare for a rainy day and avoid more bad debt.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for for a rainy day
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“For a rainy day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20a%20rainy%20day. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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