Keening

The abandoned dog let out a keening howl, yearning for a loving home.

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

The mourners joined in a collective keening, their voices blending in a sorrowful chorus that echoed through the valley.

The old man sat by the grave, keening softly for his departed wife.

The keening cry of the wolf in the distance sent shivers down their spines.

The wounded animal emitted a haunting keening sound in the distance.