Keening

The keening stench of decay emanated from the garbage dumpster, making it difficult to pass by.

The marathon runner pushed through the pain with a keening determination, longing to cross the finish line.

As the casket was lowered into the ground, the mourners erupted in heart-wrenching keening, expressing their sorrow.

The traditional keening brought tears to the eyes of all those who listened, capturing the pain of loss in its rawest form.

The ancient ritual involved participants keening together to honor their ancestors.

The marathon runner felt a keening desire to cross the finish line and claim victory.