Keening

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.

The marathon runner pushed through the pain with a keening determination, longing to cross the finish line.

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

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 haunting sound of keening filled the air as the people paid their respects to the fallen soldiers.

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

The marathon runner felt a keening desire to cross the finish line and claim victory.

The chilling keening of the banshee sent shivers down the spines of those who heard it.

The keening voices of the choir brought tears to the audience's eyes.