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*above and beyond (something) more than is required; greater than the required amount. (*Typically: be ~; go ~.) The English teacher helped students after school every day, even though it was beyond the call of duty. above and beyond something more than The support given to us by the police was above and beyond what we could have expected. She doesn't receive any extra money, above and beyond what she's paid by the council. The number of hours she puts into her job is definitely above and beyond the call of duty. (= more than is expected of her) See be above boardabove and beyond something more than or in addition to something She has things she wants to accomplish above and beyond another championship. Our products are manufactured under the strictest guidelines, above and beyond what government regulations require. Related vocabulary: (above and) beyond the call of dutyHow to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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That''s right -- hidden within the core of your authentic self is the Divine inner wisdom that empowers you to go above and beyond your heart''s desires. They go above and beyond what's required by Oregon law," he said. They have a positive attitude and generally go above and beyond what is expected. |
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