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General (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Aug. 02, 2025 | Aug. 03, 2024 | May 04, 2024 | Aug. 02, 2025 | Aug. 03, 2024
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Interest and other income | $ 1,393 | $ 1,742 |  | $ 2,594 | $ 7,563
Land Held for Investment [Member] |  |  |  |  |
General [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |
Interest and other income |  |  | $ 3,200 |  |

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