At dawn the coolies lined up along the dock, ready to haul crates onto the waiting freighter.

A cooly balanced the heavy crates on his shoulders and trudged along the dock without complaint.

In the historical account, the author described several migrant workers as cooli, using the term as it appeared in period sources.

The historian explained that migrants were often labeled coolie, a derogatory term for unskilled Asian workers.

The museum displayed ancient coolis that had been used by traders centuries ago.

Street vendors set up a colorful stall selling coolie hats and handmade fans.

He shaded his face from the sun with a worn coolie hat while walking through the rice paddies.

Every year, the community honors Coolie Christmas with quiet prayers and commemorations.