Not only theorists of secularization (who presume a decline of religiosity in general) would willingly assume that religious persecution is a thing of the past.

"I would willingly assume that task myself!"

A gesture indicated a guilt willingly assumed; he would be held responsible, even if it hadn't been his idea.

Cristina kept silent but her heart seemed to flutter at the knowledge that Blake was willingly assuming responsibility for her.

And when it comes to tasks from contraception to taking out the garbage, women willingly assume the burden for men who are often too flustered or selfish to be bothered.

Colleagues at McGill recognize Baxter's contribution to their careers, noting that he willingly assumed extra clinical responsibilities to free their time for research.

Mark Hardy gave the Devils the game's critical opportunity, and he willingly assumed the blame.

Both he and Mr. Stiles have described the extra expenses to Senate investigators as a cost overrun that Mr. Stiles willingly assumed.

The borough willingly assumes its responsibilities to help and cope with refugees.

At the most basic, the fireman's rule is based on the notion that public safety officers willingly assume the risks inherent in their duties.