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Leases (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2020 USD ($) option | Sep. 30, 2019 USD ($)
Lessor, Lease, Description [Line Items] |  |
Acquisition of finance leases in connection with acquisitions | $ | $ 103.1 | $ 0.0
Minimum |  |
Lessor, Lease, Description [Line Items] |  |
Number of option to renew | option | 1 |
Lease renewal term | 1 year |
Maximum |  |
Lessor, Lease, Description [Line Items] |  |
Lease renewal term | 25 years |

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