See stars phrase
To feel like you are seeing small bright lights in front of your eyes, especially after getting a hit on the head.
I saw stars when I fell, striking my head on the edge of the table.
The fighter received a blow to the head and couldn't continue to fight because of seeing stars.
I've seen stars. There must be something wrong with my eye health.
The verb "see" must be conjugated according to its tense.
This phrase dates from the late 1800s.
Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.
Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.