beyond measure

phrase

formal
: to a very great degree
an artist who is talented beyond (all) measure
Her joy was beyond measure.

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William appreciated their involvement beyond measure, enjoying their company and the normalcy of the environment, whatever the circumstance. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026 The boy is elated beyond measure. — Michel A. Ibrahim, Baltimore Sun, 22 Mar. 2026 In a statement obtained by WCMH-TV in Columbus, Tyler Simmons’ family said it was saddened beyond measure to hear of the fatal crash. — David A. Lieb, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026 In a statement obtained by WCMH-TV in Columbus, Tyler Simmons’ family said they were saddened beyond measure. — ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for beyond measure

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“Beyond measure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beyond%20measure. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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