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Derivatives - Summary of (Loss) Gain on Derivatives Not Designated as Cash Flow Hedging Instruments (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2021	Mar. 31, 2020
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments Gain Loss Not Designated As Hedging Instruments [Line Items]
Net (loss) gain recognized in income	$ (0.8)	$ 0.2

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Derivative Instruments Gain Loss Not Designated As Hedging Instruments [Line Items]

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Amount of gain (loss) recognized in earnings in the period from the increase (decrease) in fair value of foreign currency derivatives not designated as hedging instruments.

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