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What is the medical terminology combining form meaning standing still?

The medical terminology combining form meaning "standing still" is -stasis.

Here are some examples of how it's used:

* Hemostasis: The stopping of bleeding.

* Homeostasis: The state of steady internal, physical, and chemical conditions maintained by living systems.

* Stasis: A condition of equilibrium or inactivity, often referring to a lack of movement in a bodily fluid.

* Atherosclerosis: A disease where plaque builds up inside arteries, hindering blood flow.

The combining form -stasis is often used in conjunction with other combining forms to create specific medical terms.

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