Viral Puzzle Stumps Nation
A Wheel of Fortune puzzle had the entire nation puzzled simultaneously, sparking a viral sensation when a podcast host shared a screenshot of the puzzle on Twitter. This post gained traction with over 40,000 likes and 13,000 retweets.
Creative Guesses Flood In
In response, hundreds offered their guesses to unravel the puzzle, suggesting phrases like “Suck it dork,” “Duck at work,” “Lick it fork,” and “Pick at pork,” along with the nonsensical “Return to Zork.” Some ventured into inappropriate territory. Observers amusedly watched as Twitter users speculated, drawing even more attention to the tweet, even from those indifferent to the show.
Appreciation for Alternate Jokes
Expressing gratitude, the podcast host welcomed the flood of replies and quote tweets with alternate jokes, reveling in the amusement. Twitter users chimed in, with one expressing frustration at missing such entertaining moments, while another, despite disliking the show, found the situation humorous.
The Correct Answer Revealed
Remarkably, the correct answer, “back at work,” was swiftly deduced by a sharp Wheel of Fortune contestant within one minute.
Wheel of Fortune’s Internet Stardom
This wasn’t the first time Wheel of Fortune had caused a stir online in the year. In March, a contestant named Kevin made waves by confusing “A Streetcar Named Desire” with “A Streetcar Naked Desire,” amusing even the show’s host, according to TIME Magazine. Social media platforms buzzed with reactions.
Continued Internet Frenzy
In April, another Wheel of Fortune puzzle grabbed national attention. Under the category “living things,” contestants faced the challenge of unscrambling the phrase “O_EYS_CK_E B_S.” Amusement ensued when one contestant suggested “popsicle bike,” whereas the correct answer was “honeysuckle bush.” The contestant later confessed her confusion, attributing it to a fleeting thought about a letter ‘K,’ as reported by the Dallas Observer.