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Revenue Recognition - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Nov. 27, 2021 | Nov. 28, 2020
Revenue From Contract With Customer [Abstract] |  |
Percentage of revenues derived from route servicing fees | 91.20% | 91.00%
Current assets related to deferred commissions | $ 14.6 | $ 14.2
Noncurrent assets related to deferred commissions | 62.6 | 60.6
Amortization expense related to deferred commissions | $ 3.8 | $ 3.5

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