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The phrase "an old dog" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts discussing age, experience, or the idea of someone being set in their ways, often in relation to learning new things.
Example: "You can't teach an old dog new tricks, but he still has a lot of wisdom to share."
Alternatives: "a seasoned veteran" or "an experienced individual".
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An old lady with an old dog, lying on her bed feeling sorry for herself.
"He's an old dog," she chided.
Can't teach an old dog new tricks?
But I'm an old dog.
Who said you can't teach an old dog new tricks?
Perhaps you can teach an old dog new tricks.
Broadway is an old dog, slow to learn new tricks.
Turns out you can teach an old dog new tricks.
"I guess you can't teach an old dog new tricks.
"Jamie is an old dog of a second-row.
Maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks.
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