A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

BEERME

Wed, 26 Mar '25
"I'd like a brewski"
Wed, 2 Nov '22
Slangy command to someone arriving with a six-pack
Wed, 26 Oct '22
Slangy request at a kegger
Tue, 16 Feb '21
"I'll have a cold one, please" ... or a hint to 17-, 26-, 43- and 57-Across