| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Switched right | Moved to find a clear run or better ground. |
| never on terms | A clear statement that the horse was never competitive in the race. |
| Mid-division | Running in the middle of the pack. |
| Kept on | The horse maintained its speed well to the finish. |
| Furlong | Unit of distance; one furlong is 1/8 of a mile (approx. 200 meters). |