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Contingencies - Additional Information (Details) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Feb. 28, 2021 USD ($)
Loss Contingency [Abstract] |
Litigation, final settlement amount | $ 35
Attorneys fees recognized in connection with underlying lawsuits | 10
Environmental loss contingencies threshold amount | $ 1

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- Definition Environmental loss contingencies threshold amount. + References No definition available. + Details
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- Definition Amount awarded from other party in judgment or settlement of litigation. + References No definition available. + Details
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- References No definition available. + Details
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