above and beyond
idiom
: far beyond what is required by (something, such as a duty)
He went above and beyond the call of duty.
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PCMAG, 22 Feb. 2025
These stars went above and beyond to turn the page to the next chapter of their love story
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These stars put a ring on it!
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 15 Feb. 2025
From icy dips to linguistic leaps, these lovebirds went above and beyond to pop the question!
—Ronnie Li, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
The award, according to Chief Tate, is open to nominations from anyone within the department and serves as an opportunity to recognize officers who demonstrate exemplary commitment and go above and beyond the call of duty.
—Julia Fomby, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
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PCMAG, 22 Feb. 2025
These stars went above and beyond to turn the page to the next chapter of their love story
Comments
These stars put a ring on it!
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 15 Feb. 2025
From icy dips to linguistic leaps, these lovebirds went above and beyond to pop the question!
—Ronnie Li, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
The award, according to Chief Tate, is open to nominations from anyone within the department and serves as an opportunity to recognize officers who demonstrate exemplary commitment and go above and beyond the call of duty.
—Julia Fomby, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for above and beyond
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“Above and beyond.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/above%20and%20beyond. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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