What is hands down?

"Hands down" is an idiom that means without a doubt; definitely; undeniably. It implies that something is so clearly the best or most likely option that there is no competition or argument. It can also be used as a synonym for easily or by far.

For example:

• "This is <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/hands%20down">hands down</a> the best pizza in town." (meaning it's definitely the best).
• "She is <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/hands%20down">hands down</a> the most qualified candidate." (meaning she is undeniably the most qualified).
• "He won the race <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/hands%20down">hands down</a>." (meaning he won easily).

The origin of the phrase possibly comes from horse racing, where a jockey would loosen their grip on the reins ( "hands down" ) when victory was certain, indicating an easy win.