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beyond the call of duty

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(above and) beyond the call of duty (spoken)
much more than should be expected If your waiter goes beyond the call of duty, leave a bigger tip.
Related vocabulary: above and beyond something
Etymology: first used about police officers, fire fighters, or soldiers who were injured or killed while doing their jobs
See also: beyond, call, duty


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Store managers will be asked to submit their nominations for the Marketing/Advertising Initiative of the Year and the Sunderland Shooting Star award, dedicated to staff members who go beyond the call of duty.
AaAs the squad takes risks beyond the call of duty.
Despite his fears, he must go beyond the call of duty as a statesman to save the country he loves.
 
 
 
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