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

Let’s see the Clippers go above and beyond for them.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders told us car makers go "above and beyond regulatory requirements", while Toyota said it "continuously enhances vehicle security".

From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026

"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

Then he went above and beyond, developing some classes just for me.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson

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