The punctuation mark \.
Used erroneously in reference to, or in reading out, the ordinary slash, that is, the punctuation mark /.
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To escape (a metacharacter) by prepending a backslash that serves as an escape character, thereby forming an escape sequence.
A feeble utterance or complaint.
The sound of a steam engine's whistle; typically shrill.
A quick look or glimpse, especially a furtive one.
A sandpiper or other small wader.
The first partial appearance of something; a beginning to appear.
A short, soft, high-pitched sound, as made by a baby bird.
person.
To look, especially through a narrow opening, or while trying not to be seen or noticed.
To speak briefly with a quiet voice.
To make a soft, shrill noise like a baby bird.
To begin to appear; to look forth from concealment; to make the first appearance.
To take a look at; check out.