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DEBT - Debt Restrictions Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Restrictive covenants, minimum amount of cash and cash equivalents	$ 50.0

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Debt Instrument, Restrictive Covenants, Minimum Amount of Cash and Cash Equivalents

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