pockmarked

British

/ ˈpɒkˌmɑːkd /

adjective

abounding in pockmarks

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pockmarked

The 25-year-old was picked by coach Brian McDermott as one of three half-back options alongside Harry Smith and captain George Williams, despite a Super League season pockmarked by inconsistency and disciplinary issues.

From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026

Asteroids and meteors have given the satellite its signature pockmarked surface and network of craters.

From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026

Oren Hadar, a Raman supporter who lives in Mid-City, said he is frustrated by his neighborhood’s broken sidewalks, pockmarked streets and decaying infrastructure.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026

Many found a city with barely functioning services, their homes destroyed and neighbourhoods pockmarked by makeshift cemeteries authorities are now exhuming.

From Barron's ● Jan. 11, 2026

Blinking, she tries to make sense of the pockmarked parking lot in front of her.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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