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Commitment and Contingencies - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($) civil_complaint
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Increase in operating lease assets | $ 1.1
Increase in operating lease liabilities | $ 1.1
US District Court for the Northern District of Ohio |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Number of civil complaints filed against entity | civil_complaint | 3

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