NY Times Crossword
May 17, 1995
Ed Early (Ex. and #1-2)

How many familiar phrases can you think of that contain two or more human body parts? For example, given the clue More than ready for battle, the answer could be Armed to the teeth.

1. Emaciated
2. (Living) With nothing in reserve
3. Far more qualified than others
4. Medical device used during by-pass surgery
5. Argue bitterly
6. Very crowded
7. Stay alert
8. What most babies do before walking
9. Medical specialty
10. Children's song with movements

Answers:

1. All skin and bones
2. From hand to mouth
3. Head and shoulders above the rest
4. Heart-lung machine
5. Fight tooth and nail
6. Cheek to jowl
7. Keep your eyes and ears open
8. Crawl on their hands and knees
9. Ear, nose, and throat (ENT)
10. Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes,
      Eyes, Ears, Mouth and Nose