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Derivative Instruments (Narrative) (Details) | May 02, 2020 USD ($)
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Notes due 2021 [Member] |
Derivative [Line Items] |
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | $ 650,000,000
Notes due 2028 [Member] |
Derivative [Line Items] |
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | $ 500,000,000

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