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Revenue Recognition - Summary of Contract Liabilities (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($)
Change In Contract Liabilities [Roll Forward] |
Contract liability balance, beginning of period | $ 88.2
Liabilities recognized during the period | 53.7
Amounts recognized in revenue from beginning balance | (44.8)
Contract liability balance,end of period | $ 97.1

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