Keening

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

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 character in the novel was portrayed as a keening figure, forever yearning for redemption and forgiveness.

The keening aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the bakery.

The scientist dedicated countless hours to research, driven by a keening curiosity to unlock the mysteries of the universe.