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Derivatives - Unrealized Gains/(Losses) (Parenthetical) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2023 | Mar. 31, 2022
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member] |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Gains/(losses) excluded from effectiveness testing recognized in other comprehensive income | $ 1.8 | $ (4.2)

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