Keening

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

The keening wail of the baby echoed through the nursery, causing concern among the caregivers.

The keening screech of the brakes startled the pedestrians on the busy street.

The keening screech of the brakes startled the pedestrians on the sidewalk.

As the fog rolled in, a keening foghorn warned ships of the treacherous rocks ahead.

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

The keening of the steam whistle signaled the departure of the train from the platform.

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

The keening sound of the foghorn guided ships safely through the thick mist.