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The 6 February 2026 edition of the programme features Colin Murray and Rachel Riley as presenters of the words‑and‑numbers game. In Dictionary Corner, Dr Ranj Singh appears alongside Susie Dent, offering their linguistic and numerical expertise for the broadcast in this episode.

The broadcast scheduled for 6 February 2026 is a television episode that falls within the words‑and‑numbers genre. Presented as a programme rather than a series, it follows the familiar format of a quiz‑style show where contestants tackle both linguistic and numerical challenges. The episode is structured to blend quick‑fire rounds with more reflective segments, keeping the pace lively throughout. At the heart of the show is the words‑and‑numbers game, a hybrid contest that tests participants' vocabulary knowledge and arithmetic agility. Players are prompted to solve puzzles that require them to decode letters, form words, and perform calculations under time pressure. The blend of wordplay and number work creates a balanced challenge that engages both sides of the brain. The episode is presented by Colin Murray and Rachel Riley, who take on the role of hosts. Murray guides the flow of the game, introducing rounds and keeping contestants on track, while Riley adds her expertise in numerical puzzles, offering insights and encouragement as the competition unfolds. Their combined presence aims to maintain an upbeat atmosphere throughout the broadcast. Joining them in Dictionary Corner are Dr Ranj Singh and lexicographer Susie Dent. Singh contributes medical and scientific perspectives when word meanings intersect with health topics, whereas Dent provides authoritative explanations of word origins and usage. Their collaboration in the corner adds depth to the linguistic portion of the show, offering viewers additional context for the puzzles presented.