Keening

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

The keening wail of the baby echoed through the nursery, causing concern among the caregivers.

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

The old haunted house echoed with the keening cries of unseen spirits.

The abandoned graveyard was filled with the keening of the wind passing through the tombstones.

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

As the funeral procession passed by, the sound of keening echoed through the streets.