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(Canada) In some jurisdictions, a type of traffic light signal, in which the green light initially flashes while the matching light for oncoming traffic remains red, signalling drivers that they may m

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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(Canada) In some jurisdictions, a type of traffic light signal, in which the green light initially flashes while the matching light for oncoming traffic remains red, signalling drivers that they may make an unobstructed turn across the oncoming lane while the flashing continues.

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Advanced green means: In some jurisdictions, a type of traffic light signal, in which the green light initially flashes while the matching light for oncoming traffic remains red, signalling drivers that they may make an. It is mainly Canadian English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour.

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advanced green means: In some jurisdictions, a type of traffic light signal, in which the green light initially flashes while the matching light for oncoming traffic remains red, signalling drivers. Register: informal, Canadian English. Often not understood outside its region; gloss the word on first use when writing for an international audience. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself.

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Advanced green means: In some jurisdictions, a type of traffic light signal, in which the green light initially flashes while the matching light for oncoming traffic remains red, signalling drivers that they may make an. It is mainly Canadian English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour.

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Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.

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