As the 10-second timer began, Abbott wasted no time. With confidence, she blurted out the correct answer: “Making an Appointment.”
Her reaction was pure joy. “No!” she yelled in disbelief as host Ryan Seacrest confirmed her win. Seacrest opened the prize envelope to reveal she had just added $40,000 to her total winnings. The studio erupted in cheers, and even the iconic Vanna White joined in celebrating Abbott’s big moment.
The clip of Abbott’s stellar solve quickly made waves online, with fans applauding her strategic letter picks.
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“Fantastic letter choices! The ‘M’ and ‘A’ were absolutely crucial,” one viewer commented. Another wrote, “If she hadn’t picked ‘A,’ she might not have cracked it. Great job!”
Fans noted the puzzle’s difficulty, with one user remarking, “It was a tough one, but she nailed it! $68,729 well-deserved!” Others praised her poise and quick thinking under pressure.
The win capped off a high-energy episode and highlighted host Ryan Seacrest’s growing popularity in his first season on the show. Seacrest, who took over from the legendary Pat Sajak, has drawn positive attention for his warm interactions with contestants, contributing to the show’s best ratings in three years.
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Still, his debut hasn’t been without hiccups. Earlier in December, Seacrest faced criticism for denying a contestant’s solve due to a buzzer error, and more recently, fans accused him of nearly costing another player $50,000 by mishearing her answer.
Abbott’s win, however, was a clear highlight of the season. Did you guess the puzzle correctly? Share your thoughts in the comments!
