Spectators observed the race with rapt attention.

Meaning: People watching the race were very focused and interested in it.

Choice of Words: Spectators means people who are present at an event to watch it. Observed means to watch or look at something carefully. Race is a competition where people run, drive, or ride vehicles to see who is the fastest. Rapt means very interested or focused. Attention means the act of giving your mind to something.

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