What does the cryptic crossword clue "Current obligation to adopt tax move (8)" mean?

The definition is "move". The wordplay uses charade, container. AC (synonym of "Current") + TIE (synonym of "obligation") + VAT (synonym of "tax") [container: "to adopt"]; definition: "move" The answer is ACTIVATE.

Current obligation to adopt tax move (8)

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