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 cries of the wounded soldier could be heard from the battlefield.

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

The air raid siren's keening pierced through the city, signaling imminent danger.

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

As the funeral procession passed by, the sound of keening echoed through the streets.

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

The women gathered in the cemetery, their voices intertwining in a mournful keening that honored the departed.

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

The haunting melody of keening echoed through the ancient ruins, commemorating the souls who had departed.