to come true (of a wish, prayer, etc.); to be realized; to suit (e.g. a purpose); to meet (wishes, ideals, etc.); to match (implies competition); to rival
to dominate; to prevail; to be superior to; to get ahead of; to get the upper hand
an order of magnitude higher; off by a digit; in a different league; unbelievable; incomparable; unimaginable
with a pitter-patter; choked up (with emotion); heart-wringing; momentary tightening of one's chest caused by powerful feelings (e.g. parting with a loved one)
to poke fun at; to make fun of; to send up