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LEASES - Narrative (Details) ft² in Millions, $ in Millions | Oct. 26, 2018 USD ($) | Oct. 23, 2018 USD ($) property | Aug. 03, 2019 ft²
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Sale Leaseback Transaction [Line Items] |  |  |
Sale leaseback transaction, gross proceeds | $ 49 | $ 101 |
Number of distribution centers | property |  | 8 |
Gain or loss on sale of facilities | $ 0 |  |
New Distribution Facility |  |  |
Sale Leaseback Transaction [Line Items] |  |  |
Area of real estate property (in square feet) | ft² |  |  | 1.2

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