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Fair Value Measurements and Derivative Instruments - Non-Derivative Net Investment (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2019 | Sep. 30, 2018 | Sep. 30, 2019 | Sep. 30, 2018
Foreign Currency Debt |  |  |  |
Net investment hedge |  |  |  |
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) | $ 12,811 | $ 1,700 | $ 15,519 | $ 9,309

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