Helaman repeats the idea that they “durst not turn to the right nor to the left” which we also saw in verse 37. This repetition of the same phrase indicates a resumption of the pursuit with the same single-mindedness of purpose as on the previous day. Helaman’s forced march covers another day without an engagement, and they are moving into the wilderness, which is away from any other form of assistance. The only salvation for Helaman’s army will be for the Lamanites to give up, or for Antipus to force the engagement from the rear.