(Dina Rudick/Globe Staff)
Harvard is claiming the rights to common phrases, trademarking the famously familiar and the seemingly mundane, including:
► “Ask what you can do.’’
Used by Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government to tout everything from the school’s emphasis on public service to its fund-raising efforts.
► “Lessons learned.’’
The title of a book series about innovation, leadership and conflict.
► “Memo to the CEO.’’
Refers to a business school blog and series of guides.
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