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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 01, 2023 USD ($) wk | Dec. 02, 2022 USD ($) wk | Dec. 03, 2021 USD ($) wk
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |  |
Number of weeks in current fiscal year | wk | 52 | 52 | 53
Capitalized contract acquisition costs, amortization period | 5 years |  |
Operating Lease, maximum remaining term | 8 years |  |
Operating lease, option to renew, maximum remaining term | 14 years |  |
Operating lease, option to terminate, minimum remaining term | 1 year |  |
Advertising expense | $ | $ 970 | $ 1,040 | $ 865
Minimum |  |  |
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |  |
Contract service term | 1 month |  |
Maximum |  |  |
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |  |
Contract service term | 36 months |  |

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