A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

SAKE

Wed, 6 Nov '24
Shot dropped into a glass of beer, in a popular cocktail
Tue, 16 Apr '24
Fermented rice wine
Wed, 31 Jan '24
Japanese rice wine
Sat, 24 Jun '23
Benefit
Sun, 5 Mar '23
Sushi bar drink
Mon, 18 Apr '22
Sushi bar drink
Wed, 9 Mar '22
"For Pete's ___!"
Thu, 16 Dec '21
Drink sometimes served in a masu cup
Tue, 21 Sep '21
Wine often served with 15-Across
Thu, 11 Mar '21
Drink served hot or cold