LA Times Crossword
July 19, 2016
Tony Caruso and C.C. Burnikel

The following phrases should suggest a two-word phrase naming a part of the human body. Can you determine what it is?

1. AREA RUG
2. WHERE ARE YOU?
3. RICE-A-RONI
4. HOUSE ARREST

HINTS:
#1: Hammer
#2: Anvil
#3: Stirrup

Answer:

Hidden in the exact middle of each clue are the letters E A R - MIDDLE EAR