Price Is Right

Definition

A long-running American game show where contestants bid on the prices of consumer goods and participate in pricing games to win prizes, typically featuring a large spinning wheel and a showcase showdown at the end. The show has been a cultural phenomenon since its debut in 1956.

Example Usage

My grandmother watches The Price Is Right every morning without fail.

Origin

Created by Mark Goodson and Bill Todman; the original version debuted in 1956, with the modern revival beginning in 1972.

Fun Fact

The famous catchphrase 'Come on down!' spoken by the announcer is one of the most recognizable phrases in television history, and the show's Showcase Showdown with its dramatic pricing wheel has been virtually unchanged for over 50 years.

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