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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The Rams are coming off a 19-9 victory over the New York Jets, a win highlighted by the return of veteran tight end Tyler Higbee, who scored the go-ahead touchdown on a pass from Matthew Stafford. —

Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024 Paramount feels there’s more life in this spiky haired hedgehog, having recently given the go-ahead to another sequel that will open in 2027. —

Brent Lang, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024 Yet Washington gave the go-ahead for Ukraine to use American weapons across its border in recent months, especially after Trump’s electoral victory. —

Melik Kaylan, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024 Jefferson spun in the air, caught the pass and galloped into the end zone for the go-ahead touchdown. —

Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the go-ahead