Keening

The keening screech of the brakes startled the pedestrians on the busy street.

The keening screech of the brakes startled the pedestrians on the sidewalk.

The horror movie was accompanied by a soundtrack of keening voices, adding to the creepy atmosphere.

The keening of the steam whistle signaled the departure of the train from the platform.

The keening sound of the foghorn guided ships safely through the thick mist.

The old television emitted a high-pitched keening noise whenever it was turned on.

The injured bird emitted a keening cry, signaling its distress.

The sound of keening could be heard from afar, drawing people to the funeral grounds to pay their respects.

The keening voices of the choir brought tears to the audience's eyes.