Why are swing-wing fighter jets obsolete?

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Why are swing-wing fighter jets obsolete?

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Why adjust wing sweep when they can just adjust thrust vectors?

The F-14 needed the low speed lift specifically for carrier landings and takeoff, the maneuverability was a bonus. The F-35 variants used on carriers today can just takeoff vertically.

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