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Derivatives - Unrealized Gains/(Losses) (Parenthetical) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member] |  |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |  |
Gains/(losses) excluded from effectiveness testing recognized in other comprehensive income | $ (2.4) | $ 0.3 | $ 1.5

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