Keening

The mournful sound of keening filled the air as the funeral procession made its way to the cemetery.

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

The keening shriek of the fireworks lit up the night sky.

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

The sailor set sail with a keening longing for adventure, eager to explore uncharted waters.