Keening

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

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

The horror movie was accompanied by a soundtrack of keening voices, adding to the creepy atmosphere.

The traditional keening brought tears to the eyes of all those who listened, capturing the pain of loss in its rawest form.

The old television emitted a high-pitched keening noise whenever it was turned on.

The injured bird emitted a keening cry, signaling its distress.