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Segment Information Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 USD ($)
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |
Write-off for accrued rent | $ 67,700
Write-off for accounts receivable | 22,600
Parking and Other [Member] |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |
Increase (decrease) in parking and other revenue primarily related to COVID-19 | $ 32,900

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