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Here's What Happens If The Countdown Clock Goes Over 30 Seconds, And I Gasped

My nine-letter word is "surprised."
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Susie Dent's Poll Reveals The Most Annoying English Phrases And, Yes, 'Reach Out' Is In There

The Countdown wordsmith and lexicographer's "unscientific" Twitter survey prompted a lot of suggestions.
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Countdown Announces New Permanent Host Following Anne Robinson's Exit

The seventh permanent host of the Channel 4 gameshow has now been confirmed, after Anne stepped down in 2022.
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Alexander Armstrong Reveals Which Much-Loved Quiz Show He Turned Down To Present Pointless

“It was a really tough call.”
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Alan Carr Jokes About Divorce During 8 Out Of 10 Cats Appearance: 'I Get Custody Of Adele'

The comedian and his ex-husband announced their split earlier this year after 13 years together.
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Anne Robinson Does Little To Dispel Those Rachel Riley Feud Rumours During Piers Morgan Interview

"I think Susie Dent is great. Erm... Rachel Riley is completely brilliant at the maths."
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Anne Robinson Opens Up About Decision To Quit Countdown: 'I've Done Enough'

After stepping down as host of Countdown, Anne now says she's "done" with TV.
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Richard Osman Lists The 3 Reasons Why He Can’t Possibly Be The New Countdown Host

“I keep reading I’m the favourite to be the new Countdown host, but there are 3 problems."
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Countdown's Anne Robinson Dismisses ‘Nonsense’ Rachel Riley ‘Rift’ But They're Not Exactly Best Mates

“I’m not saying I would go on holiday with her."
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Anne Robinson Quits Countdown Presenting Role After One Year

“I stayed longer than I signed up for.”
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