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WORLDWIDE PANDEMIC - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
COVID - 19 |
Unusual or Infrequent Item, or Both [Line Items] |
Proceeds from PSP2 payroll support program | $ 2,700

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