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Business Combinations - STL Acquisition (Details) - STL | 1 Months Ended |
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Jun. 30, 2021 | May 31, 2019
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |  |
Ownership interest acquired (as a percent) |  | 70.00%
Controlling interest acquired, ownership percentage | 30.00% |

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