there for everyone to see

there for everyone to see

A set phrase said about something that has been publicized, exposed, or revealed, often to one's embarrassment or frustration. I can't believe you got a tattoo, and on your arm, no less! It's there for everyone to see—like they need another reason to think I'm a bad parent! Can you believe he put that award on his desk? It's there for everyone to see, so that they think he's some tech visionary.
See also: everyone, see, there
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • hid
  • hide (one's) face
  • hide one's face
  • hide (one's) head
  • hide face in shame
  • hide (one's) face in shame
  • cap in hand
  • Is my face red!
  • (Boy,) is my face red!
  • egg on face