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Consolidated Statements of Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest and Stockholders' Equity (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2019 | Jun. 30, 2019
Statement Of Stockholders Equity [Abstract] |  |
Common stock issued, per share | $ 243.00 | $ 243.00
Common stock public offering issuance costs | $ 15,140 | $ 15,140

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