Keening

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

The keening cries of the bereaved could be heard at the gravesite.

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

The mourners' keening filled the air as they bid farewell to their beloved friend.

The piercing sound of keening could be heard from miles away, signaling the loss of a respected community leader.

The keening shriek of the fireworks lit up the night sky.