above and beyond

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.

Example Sentences

But until that work is completed, he has made sure that their temporary accommodations are up to snuff as far as luxury is concerned, going above and beyond to transform his third Billionaire Bunker abode.

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In supply-starved Long Island, “prices are still going way above and beyond asking,” Rubin said.

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But there is also an amusing scene of Gibson talking with Falley about their ‘roid rage, and how they ask for something “at the very least” from her, who, Gibson knows, has already gone above and beyond in her caregiving.

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Always pay off your debt first, because you’re losing money on debt above and beyond the current rate of inflation.

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“I think what he did tonight, above and beyond, above and beyond what anybody can expect out of somebody.”

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