Many children get chicken pox at some point in their childhood.
smallpox
Frequency:
75
%
Smallpox was declared eradicated in 1980.
pox-ridden
Frequency:
60
%
The town was pock-ridden with disease.
poxy complexion
Frequency:
40
%
Her poxy complexion made her self-conscious about her skin.
Idiomatic Expressions for pox
Phrase: a pox on both your houses
Meaning: expressing equal disdain or disapproval for two parties
Usage: The politician declared, 'A pox on both your houses!' to show his frustration with both political parties.