Cryptic crossword clue
Jack’s universal tax problem? Pretend to sit side by side

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word JUXTAPOSE

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The straight part
We know that "sit side by side" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sit side by side = juxtapose.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does JUXTAPOSE mean?

JUXTAPOSE verb
  1. To place side by side, especially for contrast or comparison.

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