green light

Example Sentences

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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

“This time around the green light has been fully given to a younger generation to put this content out. And they are using global pop culture to do so,” said Bajoghli.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Citing unnamed security sources, Israel's Channel 12 News has reported that Washington may give Israel the "green light" to resume "operations".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Sometimes they’re like, yeah, say whatever, and then it’s a green light, go!

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

He set his two large flat hands on his shrunken belly, and a pale green light came into his eyes.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien