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Savings and Deferred Compensation Plans Savings and Deferred Compensation Plans (Deferred Compensation Plans) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Sep. 28, 2018 | Sep. 29, 2017 | Sep. 30, 2016
Savings And Deferred Compensation Plans [Abstract] |  |  |
Deferred compensation plans expense | $ 4,445 | $ 4,368 | $ 5,792

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