In 1993, a moment on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ left contestants and viewers alike scratching their heads over one of the show’s most perplexing puzzles. The word in question, “BUTTINSKY,” was a nine-letter slang term that stumped three contestants for over three minutes, leading to a mix of awkward laughter and confusion. This incident not only highlights the challenges of game show puzzles but also raises questions about the producers’ choices in word selection.