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What does the suffix ancy mean?

The suffix "-ancy" typically indicates state, quality, or act of.

Here are some examples:

* Constancy: The state of being constant or unchanging.

* Accuracy: The quality of being accurate or correct.

* Reluctancy: The act of being reluctant or unwilling.

* Sufficiency: The state of being sufficient or enough.

It's important to note that "-ancy" is often used with words that already have a noun form, such as "constant," "accurate," "reluctant," and "sufficient."

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