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To make words ending in y plural?

Here's how to make words ending in "y" plural:

1. If the "y" is preceded by a consonant:

* Change the "y" to "i" and add "es".

* Example: baby -> babies, fly -> flies, story -> stories

2. If the "y" is preceded by a vowel:

* Simply add an "s".

* Example: boy -> boys, toy -> toys, day -> days

Here are some exceptions:

* Proper nouns: If the word is a proper noun, you typically just add an "s" even if the "y" is preceded by a consonant.

* Example: Mary -> Marys, Henry -> Henrys

* Words ending in "quy": These words usually add an "s" to form the plural.

* Example: attorney -> attorneys

Let me know if you have any other questions about forming plurals!

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