A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

NINJA

Thu, 27 Mar '25
Fabled figure in feudal Japan
Tue, 25 Jun '24
One who historically didn't wear all black, despite popular depiction
Wed, 12 Apr '23
Sword-wielding fighter of feudal Japan
Tue, 28 Sep '21
"American ___ Warrior"
Mon, 16 Aug '21
Assassin of old Japan