The player saw yellow for a late tackle.
see yellow
idiomTo receive a yellow card.
Origin
disputed originModelled on see red.
The referee did not hesitate to make the defender see yellow after that dangerous challenge.
Although the captain argued his case with passion, the official remained unmoved and forced him to see yellow for his persistent dissent.
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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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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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see a man about a dog
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.