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Aristotle perceived the importance of water in shaping the land.
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We (have come to) realize that geology is a dynamic science.
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As time passed, aircraft builders became cognizant (or aware) of the importance of aircraft fastener fatigue testing.
Русско-английский научно-технический словарь переводчика. Михаил Циммерман, Клавдия Веденеева. 2003.