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LEASES (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |  |
Operating lease right-of-use assets | $ 602 | $ 585
Minimum |  |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |  |
Remaining lease term | 1 year |
Maximum |  |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |  |
Remaining lease term | 14 years |
Renewal term | 20 years |

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