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

“We have some incredible cities around Illinois that have gone above and beyond in allowing for attainable housing to be built,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

"I took great pride in my work and always went above and beyond to provide an excellent service," he said, earning him commendations on local community sites.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

“With that, we want to make sure that we are going above and beyond on what these markets should be.”

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

“It’s a whole system above and beyond what we normally do, which is to teach children. Now we’re doing this as well.”

From Salon • Mar. 2, 2026

But I seemed to have a knack for it above and beyond my natural penchant for absorbing knowledge, so there was never too long a wait.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss