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game show
noun
: a television program on which contestants compete for prizes in a game (such as a quiz)
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Many game shows film in L.A., including The Price Is Right, which, per Deadline, also paused production this week to ensure the safety of the cast, crew, and live studio audience.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
Deadline understands that the game show, currently in its 41st season, has paused production this week.
—Peter White, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2025
Rhea Mathew is a former contestant who last appeared on the iconic game show on Oct. 9, 2023.
—Terry Dickerson, NBC News, 10 Jan. 2025
At present, Vieira hosts the daytime game show 25 Words or Less.
—Marc Berman, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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First Known Use
1958, in the meaning defined above
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“Game show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/game%20show. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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game show
noun
: a television program in which contestants compete for prizes in a game (as a quiz)
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