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Property and Leases (Depreciation and Finance Lease Amortization Expense) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Jan. 31, 2021 | Feb. 02, 2020 | Feb. 03, 2019
Property and Leases [Abstract] |  |  |
Depreciation and finance lease amortization expense | $ 2,425 | $ 2,223 | $ 2,076

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