I see, said the blind man, as he picked up his hammer and saw.
I see, said the blind man
idiomExpressing confusion.
Origin
first recorded 19th c.USA, about 1860. This form of word play is known as a Wellerism.
When the teacher explained the complex math problem for the third time, the student muttered, I see, said the blind man, still looking completely confused.
He offered a weak smile and replied, I see, said the blind man, though it was clear to everyone in the room that he had understood absolutely nothing of the instructions.
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be a man
To put up with something or take responsibility for it; to deal with something, such as pain or misfortune, without complaining.
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be one's own man
To behave independently without the influence of others.
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be the bigger man
To walk away from a conflict to prevent it from escalating.
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blind date
A date (romantic meeting) between two people who have never met before.
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blind leading the blind
A situation in which an unqualified person is attempting to guide, advise, or train others.
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blind with science
To overwhelm someone with details in order to influence or mislead them.
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boldly go where no man has gone before
To break new ground.
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broken man
A man who has suffered significant and enduring emotional pain as a result of a highly unpleasant or traumatic event.