What does the cryptic crossword clue "Currently blocking chesspiece showing cunning (7)" mean?

The definition is "showing cunning". The wordplay uses charade, container. NOW (synonym of "Currently") + KING (synonym of "chesspiece") [container: "blocking"]; definition: "showing cunning" The answer is KNOWING.

Currently blocking chesspiece showing cunning (7)

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