green light
Example Sentences
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A successful study would be the green light to develop what the billionaire investor expects will be the largest single gold mine in the U.S.
In laboratory tests, the researchers converted infrared light with a wavelength of about 1530 nanometers, similar to what is used in fiber optic communication systems, into visible green light near 510 nanometers.
From Science Daily
The decision flashed a green light to Silicon Valley indicating favorable financial conditions for equity capital raises.
From MarketWatch
Deep in the center, there was a flicker of green light.
From Literature
“UCLA, Memorial Park, Paul Revere, St. Bernard …” Bryant said, rattling off just a few of the sites his team practiced at while waiting for the green light to return to campus.
From Los Angeles Times
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