[Slang] GIVE THE GREEN LIGHT. - Navigate Decision Making with Ease: Understand This Key Phrase!

Authorize or approve.

Give the green light" is a common expression used to indicate that permission has been granted to proceed with a project or action. Originating from the green traffic light which signals 'go', using this slang in a business context or everyday decisions means that the initiatives have been approved and can move forward without hindrance.

Example Sentences

1. Once they give the green light, we can start.

   Once they approve, we can start.

2. He's just waiting for his boss to give the green light before he launches the new campaign.

   He's waiting for his boss's approval before launching the new campaign.

3. When the city council gives the green lights, the construction company will begin the bridge project.

   When the city council approves, the construction company will begin the bridge project.