How do I use options with time?

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Whenever I try to use options with the time command, such as format (-f, --FORMAT), I get the following error: How do I use options with time?

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bash: -f: command not found

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You are invoking the bash's built-in version of , which has slightly different behavior and options – described in bash's manual as well as . Use to bypass the built-in and execute the external command; or run directly.

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