The salesman saw green in my eye and tried to overcharge me.
see something green in one's eye
idiomTo notice or detect signs of gullibility in a person.
He thought he could trick me with that fake story, but he clearly saw green in my eye.
The seasoned con artist scanned the crowd for a mark, hoping to find someone who would reveal they saw green in their eye.
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
Last updated July 12, 2026