A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

FAN

Fri, 16 Jan '26
Tai chi accessory
Thu, 20 Nov '25
Summer cooler
Thu, 31 Jul '25
Item for which "This thing blows" would be a positive review
Mon, 2 Dec '24
Swiftie, e.g.
Tue, 19 Nov '24
Admirer
Tue, 29 Oct '24
Devotee
Sat, 7 Sep '24
Cool off, in a way
Mon, 24 Jun '24
Ceiling spinner
Wed, 3 May '23
Pamphlet or palm leaf, in a pinch
Sun, 30 Apr '23
Groupie
Tue, 18 Apr '23
Enthusiast
Wed, 22 Mar '23
Completely miss the ball
Mon, 17 Jan '22
Aid on a hot summer day
Sat, 4 Dec '21
Deadly household appliance, according to Korean urban legend
Tue, 20 Jul '21
Cheery sort?