Now, however, with heightened intensity, considerable energy is devoted, to competing for position and a definite undercurrent of competition permeates the relationship.
Whether it's the minimalism evoked by economic downturns or the exuberance of post-war prosperity, fashion becomes a mirror, reflecting societal undercurrents.
The strong surface currents that can carry boats and swimmers off course are probably more familiar to us, but the deep ocean is scoured by underwater currents too.