What does the cryptic crossword clue "Current opposition that is limiting politician and party (9)" mean?

The definition is "Current opposition". The wordplay uses charade, container. IE (synonym of "that is") + MP (synonym of "politician") + DANCE (synonym of "party") [container: "limiting"]; definition: "Current opposition" The answer is IMPEDANCE.

Current opposition that is limiting politician and party (9)

Times Cryptic #28658 | 17 Across | 2023-07-18 flower

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