'Jeopardy!' contestants criticized for missing Taylor Swift clue

Taylor Swift’s clue was: 'Shut the whole show down’

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The clue was a reference to Swift's hit song 'You Need to Calm Down'

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The clue left all three contestants stumped on Wednesday night's show.

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Contestant Matt Mierswa chose a clue in the "Title That Completes the Rhyme" category for $400, and it just happened to be Swift-related.

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Fans were quick to jump on Twitter and complain about the contestants not recognizing one of Swift's famous songs.

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"THE WAY NO ONE KNEW?!?!?" one user said.

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Mierswa still finished in first place during the "Jeopardy!" episode

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Mierswa had his winnings reaching $26,644

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