as in to permit
to give permission for or to approve of
as soon as the project is green-lighted, we'll schedule a planning meeting
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as in permission
the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something
we were given the green light to use the town commons for our fund-raiser
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Recent Examples of green-light
Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2025
Later Wednesday, the Trump administration asked a federal appeals court for a green light for the president to unilaterally deport noncitizens under the Alien Enemies Act.
—Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2025
After identifying a possible loss of pulse, the watch turns on an infrared light that penetrates deeper into the skin than the standard green light thatis always on to detect pulse.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Mar. 2025
The Tesla collided with a car crossing the intersection — which was traveling northbound and had a green light — before spinning out and crashing into two additional cars, including an Aurora police vehicle, according to the department.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 25 Mar. 2025
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The driver was traveling east on Missouri 210 Highway, just east of North Eldon Avenue, around 10:30 p.m. through a green light just as the pedestrian crossed the street south in front of the them, according to Alayna Gonzalez, spokesperson for the Kansas City Police Department.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2025
Later Wednesday, the Trump administration asked a federal appeals court for a green light for the president to unilaterally deport noncitizens under the Alien Enemies Act.
—Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2025
After identifying a possible loss of pulse, the watch turns on an infrared light that penetrates deeper into the skin than the standard green light thatis always on to detect pulse.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Mar. 2025
The Tesla collided with a car crossing the intersection — which was traveling northbound and had a green light — before spinning out and crashing into two additional cars, including an Aurora police vehicle, according to the department.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for green-light
Verb
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The Court does not express an opinion on whether the Alien Enemies Act actually permits Trump to deport anyone.—
Ian Millhiser,
Vox,
8 Apr. 2025
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Under former trade agreements, China committed to releasing 34 foreign films per year under revenue-share terms, with overseas studios permitted to a 25 percent share of ticket sales.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2025
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Entering someone’s boat without permission qualifies as burglary under Florida law when accompanied by threats or aggression.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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They can be given away by their owner or by bishops, while significant relics, such as hearts and organs, cannot be given away without permission from the Vatican.—
Barbie Latza Nadeau,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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Alcantara struck out four and didn’t allow a single walk in 70 pitches, while Senga struck out eight and walked one using 77 pitches.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2025
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All but seven states allow car insurance companies to consider gender when determining premiums and, as recently as 2018, women paid more than men in half of U.S. states.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2025
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With recipient authorizations, FedEx couriers can deliver the parcel to customers’ doorsteps and take a real-time photo showing its exact position, according to the company.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Apr. 2025
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Prior authorization has become a pain point for patients and doctors.—
Lauren Sausser | KFF Health News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2025
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Nick Jonas had someone special by his side at the Broadway opening of The Last Five Years on Sunday, April 6, 2025 in New York City.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Downsides While apple cider vinegar has potential benefits, taking it before bed can have some downsides.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
7 Apr. 2025
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With the new features announced Tuesday, teens under 16 will be prevented from using the Instagram Live feature without parental consent.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Senate version co-sponsored by Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) was approved in the Senate by unanimous consent in February and is nearing passage in the House.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
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After years of targeting founders and developers of crypto infrastructure for allegedly operating unlicensed money services and violating U.S. sanctions, the Department of Justice is shifting its approach.—
Andrea Tinianow,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The impact of the U.S. sanctions extends beyond Venezuela’s borders.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Green-light.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/green-light. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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