go above

Example Sentences

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"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

“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

He needs 30 runs in his final Test to go above Mike Hussey and into 14th on Australia's all-time run-scorers list, behind the great Donald Bradman in 13th.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026

“I feel like everyone, when I go above their face, I can see a little smile,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 3, 2025

The commander says it’s safe enough for his men to cook, for us to go above deck, for all to smile a little.

From "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhha Lai