Keening

The keening cries of the bereaved could be heard at the gravesite.

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

The mourners' keening filled the air as they bid farewell to their beloved friend.

The traditional keening at the Irish wake added an emotional element to the farewell ceremony.

The keening of mourners echoed through the somber church as they bid farewell to their beloved pastor.

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

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

The injured bird emitted a keening cry, signaling its distress.