The odds are stacked against (someone or something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "the odds are stacked against (someone or something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-07-31 04:07

Meaning of The odds are stacked against (someone or something)

Synonyms:

the cards are stacked against (someone or something)

The odds are stacked against (someone or something) phrase

The opposite phrase: the cards/odds are stacked in favour of somebody/something

One has little chance of success because the current circumstance or conditions do not aid or benefit him.

She wants to advance her career, but she couldn't hire someone trustworthy enough to look after her baby, so the odds are stacked against her.

When I was about to cross the finish line, suddenly I tripped over a rock, fell over, and ended up being the last one to finish the race. I felt the odds are stacked against me.

Origin of The odds are stacked against (someone or something)

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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