According to Quinn(1987), the main metaphors with which Americans conceptualize MARRIAGE are: MARRIAGE IS A MANUFACTURED PRODUCT e. g. We want to work hard at making our marriage strong. MARRIAGE IS AN ONGOING JOURNEY e. g. We went in a common direction. MARRIAGE IS A DURABLE BOND BETWEEN TWO PEOPLE e. g. They are tied to each other. Find other linguistic expressions which reflect these three metaphors.