above and beyond

Idioms  

1. More than is required. This somewhat redundant expression— above and beyond here both denote excess—often precedes the call of duty, which means exceeding what a particular job requires. Thus Putting in overtime without pay is above and beyond the call of duty. Also see over and above.

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Example Sentences

Above and beyond a legal case against your sister and her handling of your father’s estate, the bigger challenge for you will be to live the life that your children would have wanted for you.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 24, 2025

"Above and beyond the rate hike itself, the bank also indicated that they're going to consider whether future rate hikes are needed," said Douglas Porter, chief economist, BMO Capital Markets.

From Reuters • Dec. 7, 2022

Above and beyond the need to address persistent underemployment, we face an urgent imperative to tackle the rapidly escalating climate crisis in a way that responds to the crisis of inequality.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 6, 2021

Above and beyond their economic impact, railroads had a myriad of social and cultural effects.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2020

Above and beyond, like a majestic echo, were the silhouettes of great forest trees.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo