Cryptic crossword clue
She was tempted to hoard discarded mobiles etc 1-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word E-WASTE

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The straight part
We know that "discarded mobiles etc" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case discarded mobiles etc = e-waste.
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 E-WASTE mean?

E-WASTE noun
  1. Discarded electrical and electronic equipment.

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