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z: List all directories in `z`'s database matching "foo".
$ z -l ${foo}
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The command "z -l ${foo}" is using the "z" command with the "-l" option and a variable called "foo."

Here's a breakdown of the command:

  • "z" is the name of the command/utility being executed.
  • "-l" is an option/flag for the "z" command, which typically stands for "list" or "long listing." It instructs the "z" command to display items in a list format.
  • "${foo}" is a variable being used as an argument to the "z" command. The use of curly braces and the prefix "$" indicates that "foo" is a variable whose value needs to be substituted in the command. The actual value of "foo" would be specific to the context in which this command is being used.

Overall, this command is invoking the "z" command, telling it to list something, and using the value of the variable "foo" as part of the command's execution.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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