A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

SNOGS

Thu, 9 Nov '23
Makes out, in Britain
Fri, 2 Dec '22
Makes out in England
Fri, 25 Nov '22
Canoodles, in England
Mon, 11 Jul '22
Kisses and caresses, in British lingo
Sat, 6 Mar '21
Busses near Paddington Station?
Sun, 3 Jan '21
Makes out, in Manchester