hands down

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Performing longer stints in one city also makes it "hands-down" easier for artists to secure good support acts, says Reilly.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

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

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