A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

ANKLE

Mon, 5 Feb '24
Commonly sprained joint
Mon, 3 Apr '23
Commonly sprained joint
Mon, 20 Jun '22
Joint just above the heel
Tue, 7 Dec '21
Place to attach a surfboard leash
Mon, 5 Jul '21
What a maxi dress reaches