A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

BID

Fri, 9 Aug '24
Prospective Olympic city's campaign
Wed, 7 Aug '24
Put in an offer
Mon, 20 May '24
Show interest at an auction
Tue, 27 Feb '24
Make an offer at an auction
Sun, 21 Jan '24
Bridge component
Fri, 8 Dec '23
What a nod might indicate
Wed, 11 May '22
Auction action