A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

BONA

Mon, 12 Dec '22
___ fide
Wed, 2 Nov '22
___ fide
Sun, 8 May '22
___ gratia (in all kindness: Lat.)
Wed, 23 Mar '22
___ fide
Mon, 14 Feb '22
___ fides (credentials)