A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

ASST

Sat, 11 Feb '23
Lead-in to ed. or prof.
Mon, 30 Jan '23
Aide: Abbr.
Fri, 29 Jul '22
One who helps out briefly?
Thu, 21 Apr '22
Brief second?
Tue, 28 Dec '21
Helper: Abbr.