A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

GEMS

Fri, 21 Nov '25
Prized people
Wed, 19 Nov '25
Topaz and turquoise
Tue, 27 Aug '24
Precious stones
Fri, 22 Mar '24
Keepers
Fri, 2 Sep '22
Sparklers
Sat, 4 Jun '22
Beauties
Mon, 6 Dec '21
Pearls and peridots
Sun, 21 Nov '21
Outstanding finds
Wed, 6 Oct '21
Masterpieces
Mon, 25 Jan '21
Insets in a crown