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
Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
While red and blue light (and their combination, purple) are most well-known for their use in treating signs of aging and blemishes, respectively, the Age-R Booster Pro also offers inflammation-reducing green light and radiance-boosting orange light.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
Red and green lights can be seen twinkling on the trees and eaves of nearby homes, giving every neighborhood a uniquely festive feel.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
Even though the shows are computer-controlled, a pilot typically has to be present at all times to carry out technical checks, ensure the flight area is clear and give the final green light.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Even before stepping inside, red and green lights illuminate its exterior, while the entrances and parts of its interior are decked out with subtly classy white lights and wreaths.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
While red and blue light (and their combination, purple) are most well-known for their use in treating signs of aging and blemishes, respectively, the Age-R Booster Pro also offers inflammation-reducing green light and radiance-boosting orange light.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
Red and green lights can be seen twinkling on the trees and eaves of nearby homes, giving every neighborhood a uniquely festive feel.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
Even though the shows are computer-controlled, a pilot typically has to be present at all times to carry out technical checks, ensure the flight area is clear and give the final green light.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for green-light
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The study instantly became a formal part of DOE permit proceedings that Trump would have to address, Public Citizen attorney Tyson Slocum told Axios' Ben Geman. 2.Ben Geman, Axios, 14 Jan. 2025
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Most Japanese stars who leave for the United States do so after 25, when they are permitted to sign a free-agent contract like Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s $325 million megadeal with the Los Angeles Dodgers.Stephen J. Nesbitt, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
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An asylum-seeker may be able to stay in the U.S. and receive permission to work while their case is pending, which requires them to show up for interviews.Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, The Denver Post, 12 Jan. 2025
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Tides turned in February 2020, when the agency received the federal government’s permission to use some leftover grant money to kick-start the project.Jaime Moore-Carrillo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Jan. 2025
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Seen in recent years on the engagement rings of stars like Lily Collins and Kate Hudson, horizontal settings like east-west mark a strikingly modern choice that allows more light to enter the stone, increasing radiance.Kate Matthams, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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The Dolphins defense quietly put together an impressive season, finishing in the top 10 in total yards and points allowed.Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2025
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Freeze your credit: A credit freeze prevents anyone from opening new credit accounts in your name without your authorization, reducing the risk of identity theft.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 18 Dec. 2024
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That includes a one-year extension of the 2018 farm bill, and an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program’s authorization.Aris Folley, The Hill, 17 Dec. 2024
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Even in that drive, the Broncos had a pair of rushing attempts that went for 5 yards or more.Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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Sometimes, massive fires have multiple origin points, especially amid the sort of weather L.A. has experienced recently, with Santa Ana winds blowing at unusually high speeds.Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Another law sponsored by SAG-AFTRA, AB 1836, aims to prevent dead actors’ voices from being exploited by requiring a $10,000 fine for using their voice without consent from their estate.Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2025
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The new Siri lawsuit alleges that Apple didn’t inform people they were regularly being recorded without consent.Kate O'Flaherty, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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This has, among other things, entailed a rollback of sanctions on Syria's de facto new power broker.Paul du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
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Georgian Dream officials have repeatedly downplayed the prospect of U.S. sanctions.Nana Sajaia, Fox News, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Green-light.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/green-light. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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