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"Not in the same league" means unparalleled in number, size, quality, etc.
Bling refers to the heavy, ostentatious ornamental pieces people wear.
To be under someone's thumb is to be totally controlled by that person.
If you do somebody a favor, you offer them some sort of help.
"Lay an egg" means for someone to embarrass or disappoint with their performance.
"Cream of the crop" is another creative way of saying you're best of the bunch.
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