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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One of his top tips for being successful is to volunteer for something above and beyond the call of duty, or to raise your hand for something exceedingly difficult.
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Sydney Lake, Fortune, 14 Nov. 2025
Like the main event at the ancient Abbey, the community carol services will honor those who have gone above and beyond to show love and uplift others.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025
In addition to the tougher outer skin, OnePlus seals up the innards above and beyond what the competition offers.
—PC Magazine, 13 Nov. 2025
And Biltmore Estate goes above and beyond on the festive front.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2025
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Sydney Lake, Fortune, 14 Nov. 2025
Like the main event at the ancient Abbey, the community carol services will honor those who have gone above and beyond to show love and uplift others.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025
In addition to the tougher outer skin, OnePlus seals up the innards above and beyond what the competition offers.
—PC Magazine, 13 Nov. 2025
And Biltmore Estate goes above and beyond on the festive front.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 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 18 Nov. 2025.
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