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Restructuring - Additional Information (Detail) - MAP to Growth $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Aug. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Restructuring Cost And Reserve [Line Items] |
Decrease in current total expected costs | $ 1.6
Severance and Benefit Charges |
Restructuring Cost And Reserve [Line Items] |
Decrease in current total expected costs | 0.8
Facility Closure and Other Related Costs |
Restructuring Cost And Reserve [Line Items] |
Decrease in current total expected costs | $ 0.8

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