to beat the band

== English == === Etymology === Jonathon Green suggests that it means to drown out the band, that is, talk or sing louder than the band. See also beat the band. === Pronunciation === === Adverb === to beat the band (idiomatic) In such a way as to surpass all competition; hence, contextually, very vigorously, at a frantic pace, to a high degree. ==== Synonyms ==== a lot (adverb) beyond compare (adverb) like the new time (adverb) ==== References ====