doesn't hold a candle

Is not nearly as good or desirable as someone or something else. Can also be used with "can't." The sequel wasn't bad, but it doesn't hold a candle to the original. John's fast all right, but he can't hold a candle to Louise!

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Thanatos	-	Greek Mythology
Asterix	[asteriks]
Vercingetorix	wer-keeng-GE-to-reeks (Ancient Roman), vur-sin-JET-ə-riks (English)	Ancient Celtic
Vinnie	VIN-ee	English
Afonso	a-FAWN-saw (Galician)	Portuguese, Galician
Redd	RED	English (Rare)