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Restructuring - Additional Information (Detail) - MAP to Growth $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended
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Nov. 30, 2021 USD ($)
Restructuring Cost And Reserve [Line Items] |
Increase in current total expected costs | $ 1.9
Severance and Benefit Charges |
Restructuring Cost And Reserve [Line Items] |
Increase in current total expected costs | 1.2
Facility Closure and Other Related Costs |
Restructuring Cost And Reserve [Line Items] |
Increase in current total expected costs | $ 0.7

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