Keening

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

The keening whistle of the tea kettle signaled that the water had boiled.

The keening whistle of the teapot signaled that the water was boiling.

The keening notes of the bagpipes resonated through the air during the memorial ceremony.

The lonely lighthouse emitted a keening beam of light that swept across the dark sea.

The character in the horror movie let out a keening scream that sent chills down the audience's spine.

The keening tone of his voice conveyed the depth of his heartbreak.