1. make an extra effort to do something
Professional
Social
don't go out of your way, went out of my way
When you 'go out if your way' you make a special effort or go beyond what is expected in order to do something. 'To go out of your way' implies that the extra effort may be inconvenient or difficult. You will hear this used often in social contexts. "I would love to visit you for dinner, but please don't go out of your way." It can also be used to talk about travel plans. You might 'go out of your way' if you chose not to take the direct route somewhere.