Be set in your ways

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Age Connotation

Often used for older people who are less likely to change their habits.

My grandma is set in her ways and prefers to write letters by hand instead of emailing.

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Resistance to Tech

Commonly applies to reluctance in adopting new technologies.

Even though smartphones are common, he’s set in his ways and only uses a landline.

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Cultural Resistance

May express aversion to different cultures or new social norms.

They're set in their ways and have difficulty accepting new cultural customs.