give the green light
Example Sentences
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By the time you're heading for your kip on Saturday night, a drastic influx of people might be inclined to give the green light to carving Hearts' name on the Scottish Premiership trophy.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
They say that they are in a position to seize the tanker should the White House give the green light to proceed, more than 10 days into a pursuit that began around Venezuelan waters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025
If Bitcoin can break above $90,000, that could give the green light to a more sustained recovery.
From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025
The Commission’s recommendation will be discussed by EU member countries who must give the green light before the executive arm can start negotiations with the UK.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024
Securities and Exchange Commission to give the green light to spot bitcoin ETFs.
From Reuters • Nov. 2, 2023
