as in permissions
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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as in permits
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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Recent Examples of green lights
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
Ahead of the endorsement vote, Klobuchar supporters holding batons with flashing green lights dominated the convention floor.
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Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
But the bigger point here is that quite often Disney will defend their green lights of franchise movies for the greater good of the ancillaries.
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
25 May 2026
There are green lights, front and back, which really work to illuminate dust.
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The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
14 May 2026
Some businesses get folks to shine green lights at them to move them.
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Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Feb. 2026
Some educators use images of red traffic lights (no AI) and green lights (yes AI) at the top of worksheets.
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Liz Shulman,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
Naturally, there are certain days of the year that stand out as green lights, but aside from the notable transits ahead, read on for the luckiest days of the year in 2026.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
The operators likely see green lights and stable voltage readings on their screens even as transformers are overloading and breakers are tripping in the physical world.
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Saman Zonouz,
The Conversation,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
Downtown Lawrence is decorated with signs and red and green lights, an homage to Algeria’s colors.
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Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
Ahead of the endorsement vote, Klobuchar supporters holding batons with flashing green lights dominated the convention floor.
—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
But the bigger point here is that quite often Disney will defend their green lights of franchise movies for the greater good of the ancillaries.
—
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
25 May 2026
There are green lights, front and back, which really work to illuminate dust.
—
The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
14 May 2026
Some businesses get folks to shine green lights at them to move them.
—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Feb. 2026
Some educators use images of red traffic lights (no AI) and green lights (yes AI) at the top of worksheets.
—
Liz Shulman,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
Naturally, there are certain days of the year that stand out as green lights, but aside from the notable transits ahead, read on for the luckiest days of the year in 2026.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
The operators likely see green lights and stable voltage readings on their screens even as transformers are overloading and breakers are tripping in the physical world.
—
Saman Zonouz,
The Conversation,
22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for green lights
Noun
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This includes capabilities like just-in-time access, clear ownership models and the ability to rapidly provision and revoke permissions at the same speed these agents operate.
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Bring your diplomatic grace to a money talk, and set clear permissions that protect trust without keeping score.
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.
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New Mexico The New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) currently permits athletic participation based on a student's gender identity.
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This platform streamlines patient access to therapies by connecting drug makers, prescribers, and pharmacies, effectively reducing barriers like financial hurdles and prior authorizations.
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He is accused of not checking work authorizations before hiring laborers, according to the Post.
Verb
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Gallagher's office said the authorization allows Congress to appropriate funds and the Corps to separately expend funds.
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This allows aircraft to strike targets while remaining outside much of the enemy’s air defense envelope.
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For those with an eye on the future and a mindset of settlement and creating homes for others, planning and consents are in place for 400 new beachfront properties.
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This means cost-sharing for stormwater improvements will continue to be structured by the 83/17 split for decades to come – unless GLWA consents to renegotiating the deal.
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Just like white vinegar, lemon juice has an acidity that can get rid of dullness affecting your whites.
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Miami has 12 roster spots filled and will add two or three other players on value deals.
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Even as the communist country proposes reforms, the United States continues a pressure campaign, ramping up economic sanctions and maintaining an oil embargo that has plunged much of the island into darkness.
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Ukraine's attacks damaged specialized equipment that is often sourced abroad, making repairs time-consuming and expensive as workarounds or replacements are sought by evading sanctions.
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“Green lights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/green%20lights. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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