green light

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In March 2020, Fifa gave the green light to the southern city of Basra, meaning that, at last, crucial home games did not have to take place in Jordan, Malaysia, Iran and elsewhere.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 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

Four years later, in December 2023, it gave the green light to a delivery of 787 Dreamliners, and for 737 MAXs one month later.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The red light went out and the green light went on, and Wilson opened the door.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman