Go the Extra Mile.
English
idiom
Do more than what is expected.
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Do more than what is expected.
Trusted by1.5M+English learners & teachers worldwide
To put in more effort than what is expected or required.
When you go the extra mile, you do more than the minimum to achieve a better result.
It's used to describe someone who works harder than necessary to help others or to excel.
"Go Above and Beyond"
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To exceed expectations significantly, often in a visible or formal context
"Give It Your All"
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To use every bit of effort and energy you have on something
"Go the Extra Mile"
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Doing more than required to achieve a better result for others
You stayed late to fix the client's issue — that wasn't in your job description.
I just wanted to go the extra mile — it was the right thing to do.
You drove two hours just to help me move — you didn't have to do that.
That's what friends do — I wanted to go the extra mile for you.
Do you think the effort is really worth it for this project?
Always — going the extra mile is what makes the difference.
