go beyond
verb
went beyond; gone beyond; going beyond; goes beyond
: to do more than (something) : to do more than is expected or required
We need to go beyond merely talking about the problem.
She went beyond the call of duty.
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Still, Harlig said his congregation plans to go beyond the minimum requirements outlined in the law.
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Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
For Maryland, the stakes go beyond healthcare.
—Chris Brandt, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
There’s a love and appreciation of Maryland that goes beyond crab cakes and football; this is a place rich in history, culture, and natural beauty.
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Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
For Maryland, the stakes go beyond healthcare.
—Chris Brandt, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
There’s a love and appreciation of Maryland that goes beyond crab cakes and football; this is a place rich in history, culture, and natural beauty.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
Spotify is going beyond music to expand its wellness offerings, bringing in one of the most popular fitness brands.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
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“Go beyond.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/go%20beyond. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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