A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

DING

Wed, 25 Oct '23
Fender blemish
Thu, 22 Dec '22
[Correct!]
Tue, 5 Jul '22
Tiny bell sound
Thu, 14 Apr '22
[Correct!]
Mon, 18 Oct '21
Microwave notification
Mon, 29 Mar '21
Minor job at a body shop