A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

RILEY

Wed, 9 Jul '25
Pat ___, three-time N.B.A. Coach of the Year
Sat, 6 Jul '24
N.B.A. coach Pat who trademarked the term "three-peat"
Thu, 15 Feb '24
Life of ___
Sat, 3 Apr '21
Pat ___, three-time N.B.A. Coach of the Year