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Leases, Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018 | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] |  |  |
Rent expense | $ 118 | $ 126 | $ 117
Subscriber funds | $ 2,100 |  |

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- Definition Amount of rent expense incurred for leased assets, including but not limited to, furniture and equipment, that is not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. + References No definition available. + Details
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