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"plain old" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is typically used to describe something as simple or basic, without any special features or qualities. Example: "I don't need any fancy gadgets or tools, just give me a plain old hammer and I can get the job done." Here, "plain old" is used to emphasize that a simple, regular hammer is all that is needed, without any extra features or enhancements.
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Use plain old common sense.
Then there's plain old lying.
Back to plain old rehab?
Napping pretzeled in plain old coach class,.
It's plain old product, and proud.
Plain old dumb Gold Toe from Target.
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Plain old-fashioned hooliganism is widely blamed.
Plain, old-fashioned, unrelenting, compelling storytelling.
I like plain, old-fashioned home food".
You want plain, old-fashioned bar soap.
Could it be plain-old good luck?
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