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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Leases Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($) lease renewal_option
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Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Renewal option | renewal_option | 1
Number of leases not yet commenced | lease | 4
Total undiscounted lease payment | $ | $ 239,146
Minimum |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Lessee, operating lease, term | 5 years
Lessee, operating lease, renewal term | 1 year
Operating leases not yet commenced, term | 14 years
Minimum | Vehicle And Equipment |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Lessee, operating lease, term | 1 year
Maximum |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Lessee, operating lease, term | 10 years
Lessee, operating lease, renewal term | 5 years
Operating leases not yet commenced, term | 25 years
Maximum | Vehicle And Equipment |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Lessee, operating lease, term | 7 years

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