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 keening mother clutched her child's lifeless body, unable to contain her grief.

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

The young girl gazed out the window with keening eyes, longing for her father's return.

The keening howl of the lost child echoed through the forest, raising concern among the search party.