The dice are loaded phrase
It is doubtful that the result will be favorable because circumstances are already considered unfortunate.
I'm 50 years old now, so when it comes to finding a new job, the dice are loaded.
I want to join the marine, but I'm short-sighted, so the dice are loaded.
He felt the dice were loaded and desisted from making any attempts.
This phrase refers to putting a piece of lead (= a heavy metal) inside a dice so that it always falls in a particular way.
Something has too many defects, problems or flaws.
Your essay has more holes than Swiss cheese.