A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

CREEP

Tue, 24 Feb '26
Inch (up)
Fri, 26 Jul '24
Radiohead's highest-selling single
Sun, 4 Sep '22
Skulk
Fri, 3 Jun '22
Proceed during rush hour, say
Wed, 3 Nov '21
Advance slowly