NY Times Crossword
January 13, 2020
Alan Arbesfeld

The first five phrases below each conceal a related word, which is hinted at by the answer to the 6th clue. Can you determine the hidden words and their relationship?

1. PIPE WRENCH
2. IT'S TOO LATE
3. COMES OF AGE
4. DUTCH AIRPLANE
5. A LOT TO MANAGE
6. Cramped spot for a plane passenger and puzzle title

Answers:

Each of the first five clues conceals a type of seat:

1. piPE Wrench 
2. it'S TOO Late
3. comeS OF Age
4. dutCH AIRplane
5. a lOT TO MANage  (ottoman) - - - places to sit
6. MIDDLE SEAT