green light

Example Sentences

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South Korea's parliament on Thursday gave the green light for an investigation into ballot paper shortages that disrupted municipal elections this month and fuelled political tensions.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

"Alongside yesterday's softer inflation figures and the tentative agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, this gives the Bank of England the final green light to vote for a hold this afternoon."

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

For the first time all season, Rojo gave him the green light to swing on a 3-0 count.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Colbert took the reins of Letterman’s comedy tradition once he received the green light from CBS to reclaim the aspects of his Comedy Central self.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

Alex taps his G-glasses, and a green light scans the wall.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas