Cryptic crossword clue
Switched on, start to play “Taxman” 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Switched on" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case switched on = activated.
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 ACTIVATED mean?

ACTIVATED verb
  1. To encourage development or induce increased activity; to stimulate.
  2. To put a device, mechanism (alarm etc.) or system into action or motion; to trigger, to actuate, to set off, to enable.
  3. To render more reactive; excite.
  4. To render a molecule reactive, active, or effective in performing its function.
  5. To render a substance radioactive.
  6. To hasten a chemical reaction, especially by heating.
  7. To remove the limitations of demoware by providing a license; to unlock.
  8. To aerate in order to aid decomposition of organic matter.
  9. To organize or create a military unit or station.
  10. To bring a player back after an injury.

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