Keening

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

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

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

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

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

As the funeral procession passed by, the mourners let out keening wails of grief, filling the air with a somber atmosphere.

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