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Short-Term Borrowings and Long-Term Debt (Details) $ in Millions	May 31, 2022 USD ($)
3.700% notes due May 2027
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Par Value	$ 600
4.000% notes due May 2029
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	4.00%
Par Value	$ 900
4.200% notes due May 2032
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	4.20%
Par Value	$ 1,500
4.750% notes due May 2052
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	4.75%
Par Value	$ 2,000
4.950% notes due May 2062
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	4.95%
Par Value	$ 1,000

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