| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| never on terms | A clear statement that the horse was never competitive in the race. |
| Towards rear | Running near the back of the field. |
| Ran green | Inexperienced or showed signs of immaturity. |
| Outpaced | Could not keep up with faster horses mid-race. |
| Headway | The horse was moving up through the field. |