A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

MAVS

Tue, 3 Sep '24
Dallas hoopers, informally
Sat, 17 Feb '24
N.B.A. team that shares an arena with the N.H.L.'s Stars, familiarly
Tue, 14 Nov '23
Dallas five, to fans
Mon, 7 Feb '22
Dallas basketball squad, informally