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Reserve Activity (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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May 03, 2014 | May 04, 2013
Schedule Of Dispositions And Reserves Related To Former Operations [Line Items] |  |
Balance at beginning of year | $ 31,363 | $ 45,229
A.J. Wright closing costs | (1,400) |
Interest accretion | 360 | 360
Lease-related obligations | (2,079) | (4,775)
Termination benefits and all other | (4) | (490)
Balance at end of period | $ 28,240 | $ 40,324

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