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Egrep Command: Search For Listed Options
Use for search for listed options with Egrep. Exact CLI syntax to search for listed options using Egrep.
When to use this: Use for search for listed options with Egrep.
Command Syntax
egrep '<cat>|<dog>|<mouse>' <path/to/file>egrep '<cat>|<dog>|<mouse>' <path/to/file>Command Breakdown
egrep is the base executable for this command.
FAQ
Purpose: Exact syntax to search for listed options using Egrep.
Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.
Flag behavior: Tool version, platform, and shell can change behavior.
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