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
Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 5 June 2025
The production team augments the cast’s over-the-top performances with floor-to-ceiling tentacles (set designer Lindsay Mummert), bursts of green light from the heat rays (lighting designer Sarah Riffle) and warbling sound effects that evoke a 1950s sci-fi film (sound designer Joe Griffin).
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025
Senators from both parties are itching to move a bill to impose harsh sanctions on Russia but GOP leaders are waiting for Trump’s green light.
—The Hill Staff, The Hill, 3 June 2025
The first quarter moon in your sign on June 2 serves as your personal green light to realign, refresh and possibly even rebrand.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 June 2025
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Noun
The images of glittering lawn parties, dapper millionaires and the glowing green light across the water have become iconic — but beyond the glamorous façade lies a story that is far more intimate, raw and deeply personal.
—Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 5 June 2025
The production team augments the cast’s over-the-top performances with floor-to-ceiling tentacles (set designer Lindsay Mummert), bursts of green light from the heat rays (lighting designer Sarah Riffle) and warbling sound effects that evoke a 1950s sci-fi film (sound designer Joe Griffin).
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025
Senators from both parties are itching to move a bill to impose harsh sanctions on Russia but GOP leaders are waiting for Trump’s green light.
—The Hill Staff, The Hill, 3 June 2025
The first quarter moon in your sign on June 2 serves as your personal green light to realign, refresh and possibly even rebrand.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for green-light
Verb
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Under state law, the inclusion of affordable housing permits the project to have more homes than otherwise allowed by city zoning on the property.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 June 2025
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There’s still a lot to learn about Wuchang: Fallen Feathers - how far will upgrades and progression permit you to diversify your playstyle?—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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That information is anonymized, and participants have to give permission for their data to be included at all.—
Laura Tillman,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2025
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Prior authorization varies by plan but often requires patients or their providers to get permission (also called precertification, preauthorization, or preapproval) before filling prescriptions, scheduling imaging, surgery, or an inpatient hospital stay, among other expenses.—
Lauren Sausser,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2025
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But the parliamentarian did allow Republicans to keep a 10-year moratorium on state laws regulating artificial intelligence.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
24 June 2025
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2025
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Frightened for her daughter’s life, Paulina’s mother did not sign the authorization.—
Rebecca Grant
June 24,
Literary Hub,
24 June 2025
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At a press conference, Johnson said the War Powers Act of 1973, which limits presidential military action without congressional authorization, is unconstitutional.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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In addition to having extra savings, users also benefit from an enhanced shopping experience.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
17 June 2025
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However, it was noted that the victim had a low resting heart rate, dental phobia and had a history of fainting, which the complaint said Watkins did not investigate or document.—
Stepheny Price , Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2025
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The administration made those moves without the consent or request of Newsom; the Democratic governor later sued, requesting a temporary restraining order to halt the National Guard troops from being used to enforce immigration or civil laws in the state.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
20 June 2025
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For instance, during cross-examination, the defense had witness 'Jane' read text messages between herself and Diddy aloud, suggesting consent or friendliness — a tactic often used to undermine credibility without expert context on trauma or coercion.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The Biden administration had punished Belarus with sanctions and isolation, but the Trump administration’s willingness to send an envoy took a turn away from that approach.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
21 June 2025
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Advertisement China has developed strong economic ties with Iran over the years, becoming Iran’s largest trading partner and export market, especially for oil—a critical lifeline for Iran as the U.S. has placed severe economic sanctions on the country.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
20 June 2025
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