A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

ASST

Wed, 25 Oct '23
Helper: Abbr.
Tue, 26 Sep '23
Helper: Abbr.
Sun, 13 Aug '23
Part of T.A.: Abbr.
Thu, 6 Jul '23
Appt. scheduler, say
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.