hands down
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Buchholz confirmed that indeed was the case: “I can tell you absolutely that it was the bold choices and big swings that made Jessica absolutely the hands-down choice of our search committee.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025
The belated follow-up to 1988's “Beetlejuice” owes much of its charm to its supporting cast, which is hands-down one of the most strikingly entertaining ensembles of the past decade.
From Salon • Sep. 9, 2024
With his hands-down, bouncing stance, Page delivered an array of strikes on Holland in the first round, including a big straight right hand, a body kick and a spinning back elbow.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2024
Bite into this strata of buttery dough, and you’ll agree this is hands-down the best caramel dessert.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 12, 2023
Christian Brothers, hands-down, by the biggest margin of all.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
