Crossword Genius

Words of comprehension, and a phonetic hint for the answers to the starred clues (1,3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

i see

(Other definitions for i see that I've seen before include "So that's the way the cookie crumbles!" , "Expression of dawning comprehension" , "Got it now!" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.
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