The United States of America together with its allies, viewed as having the qualities characteristic of an empire.

There is a reason behind even the most odd and seemingly unnecessary action.

plural of Streisand effect

(radio) An element of an antenna that receives power directly from the transmitter.

(electronics) A circuit element or property that is present within an electrical component, and has a negative effect on the performance of the circuit.

A deleterious placebo effect.

plural of eight-top

(restaurants) A table seating eight diners.

To the very end; exhaustively; to the last.

(idiomatic) In a situation which is unsuitable, unfamiliar, or unenjoyable.