above and beyond

idiom

: far beyond what is required by (something, such as a duty)
He went above and beyond the call of duty.

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Sara Gibbs, executive director of Escondido Community Child Development Center, and Danielle Rush, HR director, graciously thanked Saint Helen Philoptochos and were very appreciative for their generous donation which was above and beyond their expectations, the news release stated. News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025 The service Attentive and friendly, going above and beyond to ensure your stay is perfect. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025 Paws Up is not the only property that went above and beyond to create holiday magic this year. Wendy O'Dea, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2025 National parks often go above and beyond with night excursions. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for above and beyond

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“Above and beyond.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/above%20and%20beyond. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.

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