A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

CONES

Wed, 13 Mar '24
Some traffic directors
Fri, 2 Dec '22
Markers used in zigzag drills
Fri, 18 Feb '22
They come in waffle and sugar varieties
Fri, 13 Aug '21
Traffic directors?
Sun, 18 Jul '21
Temporary road markers