Keening

The ancient ritual of keening has been passed down through generations in our family.

The piercing sound of keening could be heard from miles away, signaling the loss of a respected community leader.

In ancient Celtic rituals, women would often keening during funeral rites to honor the departed.

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

The keening smell of rotten eggs filled the kitchen, indicating a gas leak.

The artist's brush moved across the canvas with a keening grace, expressing her deep longing for freedom.