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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above and beyond

"We are planning to invest in new clean energy projects -- built above and beyond what regulations require -- in Visakhapatnam," Smith said.

From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026

Elon Musk knows that many investors will go above and beyond to participate in his companies.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 6, 2026

You’ll have to trust me when I tell you that she had love, support and opportunities above and beyond what most kids receive.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 21, 2026

In his ruling, Lord Braid said clinicians had gone "above and beyond" to avoid the need for blood products and he was satisfised they would only be used as a last resort.

From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026

“We went above and beyond for you, Simon.”

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli

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