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 cries of the wounded soldier could be heard from the battlefield.

The marathon runner pushed through the pain with a keening determination, longing to cross the finish line.

The air raid siren's keening pierced through the city, signaling imminent danger.

The marathon runner felt a keening desire to cross the finish line and claim victory.

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

The keening voices of the choir brought tears to the audience's eyes.