Keening

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

The keening cries of the bereaved could be heard at the gravesite.

As the fog rolled in, a keening foghorn warned ships of the treacherous rocks ahead.

The mourners' keening filled the air as they bid farewell to their beloved friend.

The keening of mourners echoed through the somber church as they bid farewell to their beloved pastor.

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