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Revenue Recognition (Narrative) (Details) | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2021
Gift card breakage revenue recognition period | 1 year
Earned Points Expiration Period For Inactivity | 6 months
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Earned rewards, expiration period | 1 month
Maximum [Member] |
Earned rewards, expiration period | 2 months

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