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 keening notes of the bagpipes resonated through the air during the memorial ceremony.

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

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

The character in the horror movie let out a keening scream that sent chills down the audience's spine.