hands down
The idiom "hands down" originates from horse racing, where jockeys would lower their hands when a win was assured, indicating an easy victory.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Easily and decisively, without much effort or competition.
Example
- She won the game hands down, leaving all her competitors far behind.
B2General
(informal)Unquestionably, without a doubt.
Example
- That was hands down the best meal I've ever had.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hands down":
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