game show

noun

: a television program on which contestants compete for prizes in a game (such as a quiz)

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In a moment from the episode, which was shared to the game show's social media accounts on Tuesday, October 29, Seacrest was getting to know two contestants on the episode, Kayley and Caitlyn. Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024 The Fixer Upper star, 49, revealed that one of Kelce’s iconic football moments sparked the idea for his game show Human vs. Hamster during a Tuesday, Oct. 22 appearance on Today alongside wife Joanna Gaines. Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 23 Oct. 2024 Plus, the movie’s recreation required more than just game show’s set. Emiliana Betancourt, Variety, 23 Oct. 2024 In August, media publication Deadline reported that Chick-fil-A has been working with outside production companies for content, including unscripted shows, like a family-friendly game show. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for game show 

Word History

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of game show was in 1958

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“Game show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/game%20show. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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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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