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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Detail) | 1 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2022 USD ($) | Apr. 30, 2020 USD ($) | Jan. 31, 2019 USD ($) | May 04, 2024 USD ($) Segment | Apr. 29, 2023 USD ($) | Feb. 03, 2024 USD ($)
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Maximum ownership percentage in consolidated entities and subsidiaries |  |  |  | 100.00% |  |
Number of reportable segments | Segment |  |  |  | 2 |  |
Unrealized loss included in other comprehensive loss |  |  |  | $ 688,000 | $ 5,853,000 |
Weighted average remaining useful life, assets |  |  |  | 6 years |  |
Asset impairment charges |  |  |  | $ 0 | 0 |
Goodwill impairment charge |  |  |  | 0 | 0 |
Definite-lived impairment charges |  |  |  | $ 0 | 0 |
Credit Card Reward Program Description |  |  |  | The Program features both shared and unique benefits for loyalty members and credit card holders. Under the Program, members accumulate points based on purchase activity and earn rewards by reaching certain point thresholds. Members earn rewards in the form of discount savings certificates. Rewards earned are valid through the stated expiration date, which is 60 days from the issuance date of the reward. Rewards not redeemed during the 60-day redemption period are forfeited. |  |
Foreign currency translation adjustments |  |  |  | $ 688,000 | 5,853,000 |
Impairment and restructuring charges |  |  |  |  | 21,275,000 |
Quiet Platforms |  |  |  |  |  |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Asset impairment charges |  |  |  |  | 10,800,000 |
Goodwill impairment charge |  |  |  |  |  | $ 39,600,000
Definite-lived impairment charges |  |  |  |  |  | $ 40,500,000
Credit Agreement | Credit Facilities |  |  |  |  |  |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Loans and letters of credit maximum borrowing capacity | $ 700,000,000 |  | $ 400,000,000 |  |  |
Line of credit facility, expiration date | Jun. 24, 2027 |  | Jan. 30, 2024 |  |  |
Property and Equipment |  |  |  |  |  |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Asset impairment charges |  |  |  | $ 0 | $ 10,800,000 |
2025 Notes |  |  |  |  |  |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Aggregate principal amount of debt issued |  | $ 415,000,000 |  |  |  |
Debt instrument, maturity year |  | 2025 |  |  |  |
Minimum |  |  |  |  |  |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Definite-lived intangibles, useful life |  |  |  | 10 years |  |
Maximum |  |  |  |  |  |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |  |
Definite-lived intangibles, useful life |  |  |  | 15 years |  |

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