wave through
The term "wave through" involves signaling or allowing passage, often with a hand gesture.
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Definition
B1General
(common)To signal someone to proceed or pass by making a waving gesture.
Example
- The security guard waved the car through the gate.
B1Traffic Control
(technical)To direct a vehicle or person to move forward by making a hand gesture.
Example
- The officer waved through the line of cars at the checkpoint.
B2Administrative
(figurative, formal)To approve or authorize something quickly without detailed examination.
Example
- The committee waved through the new policy without much discussion.
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