go-ahead

Example Sentences

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Tesla Energy Ventures received the go-ahead to provide electricity to domestic and nondomestic consumers in England, Scotland and Wales, but not Northern Ireland.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

That set the stage for Nick Suzuki’s go-ahead goal 49 seconds later, following a Moore turnover deep in the Kings’ end.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

The Barbican Centre is to get a £231m overhaul after plans to upgrade the Grade II listed arts venue were given the go-ahead.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Dillon Brooks led the Suns with 24 points but missed a potential go-ahead basket in the waning seconds as the Warriors, with star Stephen Curry sidelined by a sore knee, escaped with the win.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

To see a whole group of kids so excited about a school activity that they howl with joy when we get the go-ahead is a dream come true.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman