go above and beyond

go above and beyond

To act in a way that exceeds expectations or requirements. The young officer went above and beyond when he repaired the old woman's home so that the township wouldn't condemn it. I will award extra credit to anyone who goes above and beyond the parameters of the assignment with their researching.
See also: above, and, beyond, go
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

go above and beyond

(something) Go to above and beyond (something).
See also: above, and, beyond, go
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • above and beyond
  • above and beyond something
  • home
  • repair to
  • repair to (some place)
  • repair to some place
  • beyond help
  • repair
  • bottom drawer
  • the carpet matches the drapes
References in periodicals archive
BIRMINGHAM residents are being urged to nominate Birmingham City Council workers who go above and beyond the call of duty for an award.
After eight years in business, their mantra is to go above and beyond expectations with an extensive sewing product line, quality service, seasoned advice and a true passion for all things sewing.
"On numerous occasions, our employees go above and beyond to help make our customers' experiences positive.
"We succeed at that because strategic supply chain partners like CB Richard Ellis consistently go above and beyond in meeting our needs."
'Go above and beyond the call of a smoothly functioning conscience and help those who aren't likely to help you in return and do so even if nobody is watching.' Sam Mockbee