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 refugee glanced back at his war-torn homeland with keening eyes, filled with longing for a peaceful life.

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

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

The traditional keening at the Irish wake added an emotional element to the farewell ceremony.

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 haunting sound of keening filled the air as the community gathered to mourn the loss of a prominent leader.