1. green light - Noun
2. green light - Verb
a signal to proceed
permission to proceed with a project or to take action
Source: WordNetgreen-light
the gave the green light for construction to begin Source: Internet
After being given the green light by referee Edwin van de Graaf, the mascot flipped the coin in his own unique style, choosing to toss it as if he was throwing a frisbee, much to the enjoyment of all involved. Source: Internet
A Middle East “vision” unveiled in January by US President Donald Trump gave a green light to annexations, but Netanyahu’s coalition deal with centrist Benny Gantz said the cabinet would consult Washington before moving forward. Source: Internet
Ant and Dec have been keen to bring back SMTV for some time, and confirmed at the 2017 Baftas that ITV had already given the green light for the series. Source: Internet
Annexation was given a green light under President Trump’s “peace plan” unveiled earlier in the year. Source: Internet
Around 20 stores have reopened since non-essential retailers were given the green light to reopen on June 15 with distancing measures in place. Source: Internet