Despite not clinching the final puzzle and losing her chance at taking home the grand prize, Nura appeared more than pleased. She was smiling and happy, exhibiting the glow of someone fulfilled.
After all, she was not going home empty-handed. She was assured of nearly $14,000 and everyone cheered for her when the game was over.
The Big Realization
Those who watched the show had given up on trying to get a clear answer from Nura. After a while, it seemed that Nura didn’t have to provide an answer after all, as the audience had already convinced themselves that what happened before their eyes was an act of generosity that deserved praise.
A certain Jeremy Pond went on to express his thoughts on Twitter saying, “just saw the classiest move on Wheel of Fortune. Nura threw the final puzzle to let a fellow military person win it. Much respect.” Retro Roger tweeted, “Never saw someone throw a round so everyone could win some money.” And they were right. This became the most memorable installment in Wheel of Fortune history: a competitive game show that had unexpectedly turned into a venue for charity and humanity.
High Stakes
Proceeding to the final round in spite of her curious performance earlier, Nura was back in her formidable shape. This time there was no doubt that she was going in for the kill. The prize at stake: $33,000.
At this point, there was no doubt in anyone's mind that Nura had, in the previous round, given way for Steve to take home some money. This attitude made them appreciate her more than ever. They wanted her to take home the grand prize for what she did, and Nura did her part by giving it all her attention. However, the war veteran failed to come up with the final puzzle: “by appointment.”
Belize, Here I Come!
She clapped and exclaimed, “I’m going to Belize!” as if to answer the inaudible questions thrown at her regarding his winnings. Pat Sajak congratulated her and said wholeheartedly, “You made us all happy.”
Literally, everyone was happy, especially Nura for not winning, all to gain more.
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The gimmicks in-game shows have changed over the years. The stage designs are different now, the prizes have multiplied considerably. To many people, game shows mean a passing bubble of happiness to be enjoyed at home; a time for families to crowd in the living room and cheer for good old-fashioned fun together. Modern game shows have snatched something from us only to give it back with more color. They have been doing this for decades, and we wonder how life would be without them; if everything we watched on TV were dreary and serious.
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