beyond (all) expectations
idiom
: more than people thought would be the case
The restaurant has succeeded beyond (all) expectations.
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The voyage is exhausting beyond expectations, with hunger and mutiny pushing the crew to their limits.
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 24 Apr. 2025
Several Wall Street analysts lifted their price targets on Netflix after its latest results soared beyond expectations , reporting on Thursday that its revenue grew 13% in the March quarter.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2025
Tamie also faced logistical hurdles as donations grew beyond expectations.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
In This Article The Staterooms Restaurants and Bars Where Disney Dream Sails
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Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream
Entertainment that’s above and beyond expectations, with Disney characters and stars making magic.
—Susan B. Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 24 Apr. 2025
Several Wall Street analysts lifted their price targets on Netflix after its latest results soared beyond expectations , reporting on Thursday that its revenue grew 13% in the March quarter.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2025
Tamie also faced logistical hurdles as donations grew beyond expectations.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
In This Article The Staterooms Restaurants and Bars Where Disney Dream Sails
Shore Excursions
Amenities and Entertainment
Family-friendly Offerings
Accessibility
Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream
Entertainment that’s above and beyond expectations, with Disney characters and stars making magic.
—Susan B. Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
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