Although we hadn't met for 25 years, I recognized him the minute I saw him.
尽管我们有25年未见面了,我一看见他就认出来了。
He can only speculate as to which horse will win the race.
他只能推测那一匹在赛马中会获胜。
The following day, however, the doctor consoled him by telling him that his chances of being able to leave hospital in time for New Year celebrations were good.