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What is the Greek root word for stop?

The Greek root word for "stop" is στα- (pronounced "sta-").

Here are some examples of words derived from this root:

* Static: meaning "at rest" or "not moving"

* Stasis: meaning "a state of balance or equilibrium"

* Stationary: meaning "not moving"

* Stagnant: meaning "not flowing"

* Stay: meaning "to remain in one place"

* Stand: meaning "to remain upright"

While "στα-" itself isn't a full word, it's a common element in many Greek-derived words related to stopping or being still.

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