see the light

amber light

Hesitance to proceed; limited approval or permission to proceed.

bring to light

To expose, disclose or reveal something that was hidden or unknown.

come to light

To become known; to be revealed.

false light

A point of view resulting in a misleading or inaccurate representation of a person, situation, or fact.

for all the world to see

in plain view; clearly visible

give a light

To care.

green light

Approval, or permission to proceed.

hide one's light under a bushel

To conceal one's positive qualities or talents, especially due to modesty or shyness; to avoid attention.