goes, went, gone, going

to go through
phrasal verbE

Be officially approved or completed
  • 1The deal went through after months of negotiation.
  • 2Her application went through without any issues.
When something is checked and accepted by the right people, it is finished and allowed to happen. For example, a new rule or plan is looked at by leaders, and if they say yes, it is now ready to be used or done.
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People often use "go through" when talking about paperwork, like when a visa application or a contract needs to be checked and accepted before you can travel or start a new job.
in a restaurant
Cheers to the New Venture
Sandra
I can't believe our business proposal finally went through!
Patricia
I know, it's such a relief. We worked so hard on it.
Sandra
Absolutely! Let's celebrate this milestone tonight.
Patricia
Great idea! Here's to new beginnings and success.
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Similar to "to go through":
  • 1approve
  • 2complete