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

He wishes it weren’t: If each parent has a lane, he says, you’re more likely to appreciate when your partner goes above and beyond.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

“Just do something, even if it’s minimal, above and beyond the minimum payment to try to eradicate that as quickly as possible,” he said.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

A Restore Britain spokesperson said the party had "already refunded every single penny received from this organisation, going above and beyond any necessary rules to ensure that we are fully compliant".

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

"The risk of lasting damage to Iran's infrastructure and the immiseration of the population above and beyond what they're already experiencing is significant," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“There’s been an investment in education here, above and beyond bare bones, and it paid off,” he said.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove