A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

KNEEL

Tue, 16 Dec '25
Prepare to be knighted
Wed, 2 Jul '25
Genuflect
Sat, 22 Mar '25
Show obeisance, in a way
Sun, 28 Apr '24
Prepare to pop the question
Sun, 6 Nov '22
Show submission, in a way