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Derivative Instruments (Net Cash Received (Paid) Related to Derivatives) (Schedule) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2021 | Mar. 31, 2020
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract] |  |
Operating activities | $ (158.0) | $ (213.7)
Investing activities | 1.6 | 0.0
Financing activities | (11.5) | (27.4)
Total | $ (167.9) | $ (241.1)

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