see the wood 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

give someone wood

To cause someone to have an erection, usually due to sexual arousal.

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.

knock on wood

To take a customary action to ward off some misfortune that is believed to be attracted by a presumptuous statement.

lay the wood

to deliver a strong, powerful hit or play