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Income Taxes - Summary of Valuation Allowance (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021
Valuation Allowance [Roll Forward] |  |  |
Beginning balance | $ 41,250 | $ 37,143 | $ 32,602
Charges to income tax expense | 4,814 | 4,392 | 4,707
Release of valuation allowance | (360) | (285) | (166)
Ending balance | $ 45,704 | $ 41,250 | $ 37,143

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