The phrase "old bait" typically refers to someone or something that is no longer interesting, attractive, or effective. It implies that the person or thing has become predictable, outdated, or unoriginal.
Sentences with «old bait»
One wonders whether to think along the lines of, «If it looks too good to be true...»... or that it's just plain old bait and switch. (viewfromthewing.boardingarea.com)
We went to a few other Dealerships closer to our home, before we went here and what a big mistake, the same OLD bait and switch, the OLD run around, and talk about HIGH PRESSURE, and trying to sell you a car you don't need or WANT. (cars.com)
As I say, I still support the war, but even solely on pro-life grounds, if the choice is between the old bait - and - switch cons and the neocons, I'll take my stand with the neocons. (firstthings.com)