But beyond one's own backyard also lies a fierce competitive streak that results from the pressure to keep up with the Joneses - a mere garden patch away.
Throughout its history, the NBL had a fierce independent streak.
This time, though, a fierce independent streak won the day; it remains to be seen whether it gets lonely later.
A broken home, interrupted education, a fierce independent streak, a conspiratorial mind, and a clear desire to be in the limelight.
It did not take long for the youngster known as Billy Clyde to show the traits that define him today - hard work and a fierce competitive streak.
Amon is depicted in Amon: Apocalypse of Devilman as a red-skinned demon with black fur and a fierce violent streak.
That is an understatement for Ms. Zicu, who admits to a fierce competitive streak but an even stronger work ethic.
But he has also displayed a fierce streak of independence that may not sit well with Mr. Bush, who places top value on unflinching loyalty.
His fierce competitive streak often leads to friction with his teammates.
His tech spec was similar to his original G1 bio in that Thundercracker believed in the Decepticon cause, still possessed of a fierce independent streak.
