A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

PIES

Fri, 9 Feb '24
Stephen Sondheim's "The Worst ___ in London"
Mon, 24 Jul '23
Lemon meringue and banana cream
Mon, 15 May '23
Desserts that may be served à la mode
Thu, 9 Mar '23
"Whoopie" treats
Fri, 25 Nov '22
Quiches, e.g.
Sat, 12 Nov '22
Some budget graphics
Fri, 5 Aug '22
Round holiday fare
Mon, 1 Aug '22
Desserts with crusts
Fri, 29 Jul '22
Dishes served in the final scene of "Titus Andronicus"
Tue, 17 Aug '21
Things set on windowsills to cool
Wed, 3 Mar '21
Traditional Thanksgiving desserts
Wed, 17 Feb '21
Pizzas, e.g.