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Leases - Schedule of Components of Lease Expense (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Occupancy and Equipment [Member] |  |
Schedule Of Operating Lease Expense [Line Items] |  |
Operating lease cost | $ 43,726 | $ 47,908

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