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On 4 February 2026 the words‑and‑numbers game is presented by Colin Murray and Rachel Riley. In this episode Dr Ranj Singh joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner. It forms part of the regular series aired on the channel.

The broadcast centres on a words‑and‑numbers competition, with the presenting duties shared by Colin Murray and Rachel Riley. Both act as the main faces of the show, steering viewers through each round of the game. Their joint stewardship ensures the programme runs smoothly, with each taking turns to introduce the challenges and keep the pace lively. Complementing the hosting team, Dr Ranj Singh appears in the Dictionary Corner alongside Susie Dent. In this segment, Singh joins Dent, forming a duo that adds a lexical element to the episode. Their presence in the corner provides an additional layer to the format, linking the numerical puzzles with the word‑focused side of the show. Together, the quartet of Murray, Riley, Singh and Dent makes up the core on‑screen personnel for this episode. The combination of two presenters and two Dictionary Corner contributors creates a balanced mix of personalities, linking the game's two halves. This lineup defines the structure of the episode, with the hosts guiding the competition and the Dictionary Corner team offering their expertise in turn.