see the forest for the trees

charm the birds from the trees

To behave in a very charming manner.

for all the world to see

in plain view; clearly visible

I see, said the blind man

Expressing confusion.

I'd like to see someone try

Expressing a threat or challenge to someone.

kill trees

To use paper.

long time no see

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

miss the forest for the trees

Alternative form of cannot see the forest for the trees.

miss the wood for the trees

Alternative form of cannot see the forest for the trees.