He hit his head and started to see stars.
see stars
idiomTo experience apparent flashing lights in one's field of vision, especially after receiving a blow to the head.
After the boxer took a heavy punch to the jaw, he stumbled back and began to see stars.
The sudden impact against the wall left him momentarily disoriented, his vision blurred as he began to see stars.
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for all the world to see
in plain view; clearly visible
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I see, said the blind man
Expressing confusion.
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I'd like to see someone try
Expressing a threat or challenge to someone.
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long time no see
I (or we) have not seen you for a long time.
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not see someone for dust
To not see someone at all; implying a hasty departure.
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raise the flag and see who salutes
To float an idea, (or otherwise do some action) to see what response or controversy (if any) it generates, usually as a preliminary step.
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reach for the stars
To have high hopes; to be ambitious.
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see a man
Used in place of a real explanation when excusing oneself for a short period of time, particularly (euphemistic) to use the toilet or (historical) drink alcohol.