I can see P (small change) in DELETE (take out) and DEPLETE (use up)- but I don't see why the clue includes 'pocketed' unless it means P is contained within DELETE
Thanks- I'm still learning on cryptics. I enjoy them but only dip in and out occasionally via AB or when helping my mum with The Guardian on Saturdays. I can't see me ever getting to the standard of bibblebub, Lie-in king, etc.