A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

LADIES

Sun, 8 Feb '26
Set of nine dancing in "The 12 Days of Christmas"
Sat, 5 Nov '22
Word before or after "first"
Tue, 18 Oct '22
The "L" of L.P.G.A.
Sun, 10 Oct '21
Beyoncé chart-topper "Single ___ (Put a Ring on It)"