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Segment Loss (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Jan. 28, 2012
Schedule Of Dispositions And Reserves Related To Former Operations [Line Items] |
Lease obligations and other closing costs | $ 32,686
Operating losses | 16,605
Total segment loss | $ 49,291

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