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Share Based Compensation (Tables) | 3 Months Ended
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Apr. 29, 2023
Share Based Compensation [Abstract] |
Stock Based Compensation Plans | 2013 2018 Plan Plan Total Options and/or restricted stock initially authorized 1,500,000 4,725,000 6,225,000 Options and/or restricted stock available for grant: April 29, 2023 - 3,473,475 3,473,475
Schedule Of Changes In Restricted Stock Outstanding | Weighted Average Number of Grant Date Fair Shares Value Per Share Restricted stock awards at January 28, 2023 1,059,433 $ 13.10 Granted - - Vested - - Forfeited or expired (12,414) 13.45 Restricted stock awards at April 29, 2023 1,047,019 $ 13.09

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