The crossword solutions for the term 'up to one's ears' are 'AWASH' and 'indeep'. 'AWASH' is an adjective meaning to be flooded or covered with water, while 'indeep' is an adverb meaning deeply or profoundly. The phrase 'up to one's ears' is a figurative expression meaning to be overwhelmed or inundated with something, usually work or responsibilities. Therefore, the two crossword solutions together suggest that someone is overwhelmed with work or responsibilities to the point of being flooded or inundated.