Keening

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

The keening cry of the sirens warned us of the approaching storm.

The keening sound of sirens filled the air as the ambulance rushed through the city streets.

The old woman's keening wails pierced the quiet night, mourning the loss of her husband.

The keening wail of the sirens signaled the approach of a dangerous storm.

The women of the village gathered to keening when they heard the news of the shipwreck.

The mother's keening could be heard as she grieved over the loss of her child.