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game show

American  

noun

  1. a television or radio program in which contestants answer questions or play games of skill or chance in order to win money or other prizes.

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Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Macron said that the former game show host needs to be “serious” and avoid the urge to talk to television cameras.

From Salon • Apr. 2, 2026

His company, Beast Industries, has launched a philanthropic nonprofit, a snack brand and a reality TV game show.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

But England's tighthead prop found himself being identified as his one-time international team-mate Marler, a star of the most recent edition of the popular BBC television reality game show Celebrity Traitors.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

If you were on a game show, and you had to accurately guess at least five things that you could find in your partner’s bag at any given moment, what would those items be?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

The short woman in maroon scrubs standing next to Felix shrieked and bounced around like a game show contestant.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

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