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go the extra mile

GOH thuh EK-strah MYL

ɡoʊ ðə ˈɛkstrə maɪl

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Syllable breakdown

gotheextramile

Dictionary meaning

To put in more effort than is required.

Examples

  • The team went the extra mile to ensure every customer was satisfied.

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