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see stars

idiom

To experience apparent flashing lights in one's field of vision, especially after receiving a blow to the head.


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Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    for all the world to see

    in plain view; clearly visible

  2. 02

    I see, said the blind man

    Expressing confusion.

  3. 03

    I'd like to see someone try

    Expressing a threat or challenge to someone.

  4. 04

    long time no see

    I (or we) have not seen you for a long time.

  5. 05

    not see someone for dust

    To not see someone at all; implying a hasty departure.

  6. 06

    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.

  7. 07

    reach for the stars

    To have high hopes; to be ambitious.

  8. 08

    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.

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