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Fair Value Measurements (Change in Fair Value for Level 3 Derivatives) (Detail) $ in Thousands | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2018 USD ($)
Fair Value [Abstract] |
Beginning balance | $ 3,880
Realized gains included in earnings | (2,837)
Unrealized gains included in AOCIL | 2,661
Ending balance | $ 3,704

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