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General (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended			6 Months Ended
	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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