A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

MINT

Sat, 25 Mar '23
Facility that deals with change
Tue, 31 Jan '23
Item that might be left on a hotel pillow
Sun, 6 Nov '22
Bread maker?
Thu, 2 Dec '21
Mojito ingredient
Wed, 28 Apr '21
Ideal condition for collectibles