Keening

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

The refugee glanced back at his war-torn homeland with keening eyes, filled with longing for a peaceful life.

The patient lay in the hospital bed, his keening thoughts consumed by the desire to be healthy again.

The mournful keening of the women in black veils set a somber tone for the entire funeral procession.

The haunting melody of the keening bagpipes played at the memorial service brought a sense of solemnity to the occasion.

The keening of the grieving widow touched the hearts of everyone present, evoking a sense of empathy and compassion.