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Reserves Related to Former Operations - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 9 Months Ended
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Oct. 27, 2012 | Nov. 02, 2013 BJ's Wholesale Club | Nov. 02, 2013 Bob's Stores
Schedule Of Reserves Related To Former Operations [Line Items] |  |  |
Increase in reserve for lease related obligations of former operations classified as discontinued operations | $ 16,000 |  |
Former operations reserve to be paid, in years | 3 years |  |
Number of leases on which company is liable |  | 12 | 4

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