Keening

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

The abandoned puppy let out a keening howl, desperately yearning for someone to rescue it.

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

The wounded animal emitted a keening cry, pleading for help.

The keening howls of the wolf pierced the silence of the night.

The keening aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the bakery.

The traveler explored foreign lands with a keening spirit, constantly seeking new experiences.