A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

AREARUG

Wed, 18 Mar '26
It covers a fair amount of ground without moving
Sun, 25 May '25
Floor covering in many a living room
Sun, 9 Feb '25
Cover for a hardwood floor
Tue, 26 Apr '22
Partial floor covering
Sat, 5 Feb '22
Throw on the floor
Sun, 28 Nov '21
What may cover some ground