Keening

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 keening voices of the choir conveyed the deep sorrow of the funeral service.

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

The ancient ritual involved participants keening together to honor their ancestors.

The somber, keening notes of the bagpipes filled the air at the memorial service, evoking a sense of solemnity and remembrance.