the go-ahead

noun

: permission to do something

We've finally been given the go-ahead for the project.

The company received/got the go-ahead to manufacture the new drug.

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But Taylor came up with the rebound and scored while getting fouled, then converted the go-ahead free throw. —

Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025 After Russell missed what would have been the go-ahead jumper, Fernandez thought Clowney got fouled while crashing the glass. —

C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 18 Jan. 2025 Follow live updates The earliest a ceasefire could go into effect would be Friday, the diplomatic source said, though the truce is expected to begin Sunday if Netanyahu's security Cabinet and the full government Cabinet give the go-ahead. —

Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025 For most people, gargling salt water is generally safe as long as your healthcare provider gives the go-ahead. —

Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the go-ahead