A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

ABETS

Wed, 3 Apr '24
Aids in wrongdoing
Fri, 22 Mar '24
Assists on offense?
Sat, 20 Jan '24
Plans a getaway for, perhaps
Mon, 19 Jun '23
Helps with a heist, say
Thu, 16 Jun '22
Provides a hideout for, maybe
Sun, 27 Feb '22
Drives the getaway car for, say
Sun, 6 Feb '22
Gives a bad hand?
Fri, 23 Apr '21
Gives some badly needed help?