11.   In some cases, the company also assumes debt.

12.   In the past, companies assumed, often accurately, that most people were too lazy to switch.

13.   Most companies assume that they are already using the least expensive materials and most cost-effective processes.

14.   Most companies assumed that government protection would last forever.

15.   Reinsurance companies assume risk from insurers in exchange for portions of their premium income.

16.   Reinsurance companies assume some of the risks ordinary insurance companies write and the overall industry has been hit with some huge losses in recent years.

17.   Still, investors may demand higher returns because of the added risk even though the insurance company will assume the liability in the case of a default.

18.   Terra Nova writes reinsurance policies, in which a company assumes some of the risk of insurer in exchange for a share of premiums, and primary insurance.

19.   The companies had assumed they would find one after the consent decree but before the deal was completed.

20.   The company assumes that most dancers who have reached the level of being professionals already know how to take care of their own bodies.