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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Parenthetical) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2022 USD ($)
Thunderhead |
Acquisitions |
Cash acquired | $ 0.5

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