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Inventory (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract] |  |
Write-offs of deposits and pre-acquisition costs | $ 3,990 | $ 5,683

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