beyond the call of duty


beyond the call of duty

Exceeding the expectations of one's job, position, or role. Wow, I can't believe you finished our whole report while I was out sick. You really went beyond the call of duty on this one!See also: beyond, call, duty, of

beyond the call of duty

see under above and beyond. See also: beyond, call, duty, of

beyond the call of ˈduty

(formal) used for describing a greater degree of courage or effort than is usual or expected in a job, etc: The young policeman later received an award for bravery beyond the call of duty.See also: beyond, call, duty, of