go above

Example Sentences

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"Followers will still feel, as a matter of conscience, that they still need to abstain because of the pressure to go above and beyond in showing their loyalty to the organisation," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

"Unfortunately for Steven, I expect Mo to go above him. I don't expect, but I hope he goes above him."

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

"We are deeply moved by Pakistan's efforts to go above and beyond in supporting Bangladesh during this period. Long may our brotherhood flourish," he added.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“And so we have the opportunity to go above $5 as long as we jam that item with value.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

What I’ve always found ironic about Sweet 16 is that they don’t go above a size twelve.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy