Keening

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

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

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

The widow sat alone in her empty house, keening softly for the husband she had lost.

The young child stood by the graveside, keening for his pet dog that had passed away.

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

The haunting melody of keening echoed through the ancient ruins, commemorating the souls who had departed.