swept on / given out

[genatrigo]

In the flw. situation what is the right expression that we can use.

The local newspaper ran the story, wich was then swept on / given out vy the naational and international press.

I use swept on, but can i also use the .. given out.

What is the diference?

Thanks

[Anglika]

Originally Posted by genatrigo

In the following situation what is the right expression that we can use?

The local newspaper ran the story, which was then swept on / given out by the national and international press. Neither is a term I have met. "picked up" is the term I would use in this sentence.

I use swept on, but can I also use the .. given out.

What is the difference?

Thanks

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